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Music Consumption: Now vs. Then
Music Consumption Today: Spotify vs. Previous Generations The music industry has undergone significant transformations over the past few decades, with the advent of streaming platforms like Spotify revolutionizing the way music is created, distributed, and consumed. While these changes have brought numerous advantages, they have also introduced new challenges and things that anger many artists…
The Loudness Wars: A Battle for Volume in the Digital Age
The term “Loudness Wars” refers to the increasing competition in the music industry to produce louder recordings. This phenomenon, which began in earnest in the late 20th century, has had profound implications for music production, audio quality, and listener experience. With the discovery of extra headroom in the digital age, the dynamics of this battle…
Cover Art Requirements For TuneCore and Ditto
Cover Art Requirements for Distributing Music through TuneCore and DittoMusic Distributing music digitally has become more accessible through platforms like TuneCore and DittoMusic. However, to ensure your music is accepted and looks professional, it’s crucial to adhere to their cover art requirements. This article will detail the specific guidelines you need to follow for both…
Spotify and YouTube Use Limiters: What It Means for Mixing Your Own Music
In the digital age, streaming platforms like Spotify and YouTube have revolutionized the way we consume music and video content. An essential part of their service is ensuring a consistent listening experience across various tracks and videos, achieved through the use of loudness normalization and limiters. Understanding how these platforms process audio can significantly impact…
Navigating Music Distribution: A Music Producer’s Overview
From the studio to the streaming platforms, the journey of a song is an intricate dance of creativity, technology, and strategy. As music producers we’ve navigated the shifting sands of music distribution alongside our diverse roster of artists. The transition from physical mediums to the digital realm has revolutionized how music reaches listeners, presenting both…