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UnitedMasters gets your tracks on Apple Music and other major platforms; Apple Music for Artists gives you access to even more data-backed insights and promotional tools to help you market like a pro.
UnitedMasters is giving artists instant access to Spotify for Artists. This allows artists more control over their presence on one of the biggest streaming platforms in the world.
UnitedMasters, the leading platform for independent artists to distribute, monetize, and market their music globally, introduced two innovative features today with Blueprint AI and Real-Time Royalties, changing the landscape of how independent artists can get personalized career coaching and immediate access to their earnings.
Meta & TikTok now separate fingerprint and audio library rights. Here’s how that impacts your royalties and what you can do about it.
At UnitedMasters, we’re committed to empowering artists by offering tools that amplify their creativity and expand their opportunities. Today, we’re spotlighting an exciting feature: Dual Primary, now available on iOS, making it easier than ever to build collaborative releases.
Following copyright and other intellectual property rules is essential when you distribute music. But we know these rules can be complicated and even intimidating for independent artists so we’ve created some tips to help your distribution process be as smooth as possible.
UnitedMasters is proud to announce an exciting partnership with Arturia, a global leader in music production technology, to provide SELECT members with free access to Analog Lab Play and the premium Inner City Soul Preset Bank (a $30 value). Together, we’re putting the power of professional music production directly into the hands of independent artists worldwide.
Straight out of Cincinnati and now based in Atlanta, Dono stood out from the very beginning. Her raw energy, melodic sound, and undeniable talent captured the attention of our judges and our community. Dono’s artistry transcends genres, blending lyrical vulnerability with charismatic stage presence. She embodies everything UnitedMasters stands for: independence, hustle, and tenacity.
Winning the Make Your Debut Challenge means more than just a title for Dono. She’s now signed to a $250K artist development deal, granting her access to a full-service music team, A&R and marketing resources, and a personalized plan to elevate her career. She also performed live at SELECTCON in New York City, cementing her place among the UnitedMasters family.
Today, UnitedMasters, the industry’s premium music distribution platform for independent artists, announced the extension of its existing agreement with the National Football League (“NFL”) through the end of the 2027 season. The agreement, which follows an original three-year deal that began in 2023, will expand UnitedMasters’ existing track delivery – allowing the NFL to continue providing music to its fans via UnitedMasters’ fully cleared sync library.
UnitedMasters, the industry’s premium music distribution platform for independent artists, today announced it is entering into a direct partnership with TikTok. The multi-year agreement will provide TikTok with UnitedMasters' full, expansive catalog of music, and provide additional commercial opportunities to UnitedMasters artists via TikTok's Commercial Music Library.
From manifesting his debut on Wild N’ Out to building a name in the music industry through UnitedMasters, Christian Crosby's journey is a masterclass in resilience, creativity, and self-empowerment.
Meet the rising Latin Pop star out of Venezuela with a loyal fan community and big aspirations.
UnitedMasters’ artists will now be able to master their tracks and produce studio-quality sound through the UnitedMasters web platform and iOS app, which is integrated with RoEx’s intelligent audio engine Tonn. This finetunes sonic elements such as dynamics, EQ and compression to ensure that distributed tracks sound balanced and cohesive. Mastering is priced at $4.99 per track.
UnitedMasters is looking to add to their expansive roster and give independent artists a chance to join the software and service platform’s team. Billboard learned on Tuesday (Aug. 13) that UnitedMasters has launched the DEBUT+ subscription tier in the United States, which will equip emerging artists with UM’s resources and forward-thinking tools needed to properly elevate in the industry.
Priced at $19.99 annually, artists can access the UnitedMasters library through the new subscription tier and upload their music to all streaming platforms while retaining 100 percent of their royalties.
As of this month, UnitedMasters' PARTNER artists can cash out their monthly royalty payments in real-time with a debit card through Visa Direct.
With his relentless creative vision, work ethic and entrepreneurialism, he scaled the charts, scored a lucrative UnitedMasters partnership — and became one of today's most successful indie acts.
UnitedMasters, the leading software and services platform for independent artists, today announced the appointment of LaTrice Burnette as Executive Vice President/Head of Music. In this newly created role, Burnette will spearhead UnitedMasters' artist services division, amplifying the company's global roster of independent talent.
From manifesting his debut on Wild N’ Out to building a name in the music industry through UnitedMasters, Christian Crosby's journey is a masterclass in resilience, creativity, and self-empowerment.
Meet the rising Latin Pop star out of Venezuela with a loyal fan community and big aspirations.
With his relentless creative vision, work ethic and entrepreneurialism, he scaled the charts, scored a lucrative UnitedMasters partnership — and became one of today's most successful indie acts.
With his honest songwriting and versatility, Floyy is able to resonate with fans not just in Chile, but internationally.
Amira Unplugged on her journey as an independent artist, the importance of representation, and how she landed a national brand campaign.
The mastermind behind some of Afrobeats’ biggest hits is committed to finding the next wave of talented producers and artists in Africa
The Grammy-nominated Atlanta rap duo EARTHGANG has always been ahead of the curve. Their latest release with Spillage Village, ROBOPHOBIA is an odyssey into the future. As technology continues to advance with virtual reality and AI becoming more and more prevalent in our everyday lives, opinions are split on how it will impact music.
Recently, Stockz experienced a pivotal moment in his career, one that underscored the power of independence and the support of platforms like UnitedMasters. Learn how Stockz leveraged the UnitedMasters Sync Marketplace to get his track "Guaranteez" broadcasted into households nationwide, driving significant spikes in streams and Shazams and validating his place in the music industry.
The artist GQ dubbed ‘Gen Z’s new King of sad punk songs’ delivers his most dynamic body of work to date
The Houston rapper and singer has been making music with a close-knit team for five years. A 44-second track released in July brought his message to a larger audience.
Multiplatinum R&B iconoclast, style icon, and entrepreneur Brent Faiyaz has initiated an unprecedented partnership with UnitedMasters. He signs a recording partnership with the company and starts a new creative agency as a hub and home for his independent endeavors. This turns the page on his next chapter and ignites a bold new era in the process.
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We are thrilled to introduce a new Instagram feature that lets users create Reels with multiple Audio Library tracks. Initially launched in Brazil, Japan, and Indonesia, this feature allows creators to add up to 20 tracks to a single Reel, enhancing their creative possibilities.
Incorporating artificial intelligence into music is an exciting development, but it also creates a host of legal complexities. As an independent artist, it's crucial to understand how this impacts your work, especially regarding copyright.
In the dynamic realm of music, a trend is emerging that could have an impact on your career: catalog acquisition. This isn't just a movement reserved for the music industry's big names. It's also an opportunity for you as an independent artist to earn more from your music.
Spotify recently announced they will start charging distributors a fee when they detect artificial streams on a track, and UnitedMasters will start passing along those fees to the artist involved. Read more for tips on avoiding artificial streams so you can avoid penalties.
Spotify recently changed their approach to royalty payments and artificial streams, and we thought it's important to break it down for you. Here’s what these recent changes mean for artists who distribute on Spotify.
The new 'Add to Music App' feature on TikTok can help UnitedMasters SELECT artists amplify their music’s reach and engagement. The easy-to-use ‘Add to Music’ button makes it easy for fans to discover, save, and stream your music. Here’s what you need to know from TikTok's recent announcement.
Learn how to get your beats featured in beat collections and premium playlists on Beat Exchange to increase your exposure and reach more artists. We provide three pro tips to guide you as you upload, publish, and promote your beats so they catch the attention of our editorial team.
Stems are the individual audio tracks (instrumental and vocal) that when combined and mixed together create the entire piece of music. For example, the individual audio tracks of a bass, drums, vocals, and piano that can be exported separately are considered stems.
So, why are stems important? Sync partners, specifically those who place songs in TV shows, commercials, and video games, will be able to get more use out of tracks with stems. In this article we explain how stems can uplevel your career and make your beats more attractive to artists.
Publish your beats for sale in seconds with this guided walkthrough. Learn how to upload audio files and stems, add artwork and beat details, and tag your beats so artists can easily find them in the Beat Exchange.
Once you’ve published a beat for sale in the Beat Exchange, you’ll be able to track your beat performance in one easy-to-use dashboard. See how many plays, favorites, and free downloads each beat receives, as well as total revenue generated from each beat. You’ll also learn how to edit and unpublish live beats to keep your profile up to date.
Your producer profile is your digital storefront inside the Beat Exchange. It’s the first things artists see when they search for beats and discover new producers, so you’ll want to make sure your profile is set up for success. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps of creating your producer profile and provide tips to help you stand out from the crowd.
As a producer on the come up, you'll want to diversify your revenue streams. There are several ways you can do this, but each is unique and has its own set of rules. For both emerging and established producers, understanding the various ways to monetize and extend their careers should always be top of mind.
This is a guide to help identify the various revenue pathways a producer might consider and the information they would need to do it successfully.
We’re excited to introduce a redesigned UnitedMasters web experience, engineered to give you total command of your music career. Less clicking, more clarity, and all the power you need right at your fingertips.