How Meta & TikTok Changes Affect Your Music Delivery & Monetization
Meta & TikTok now separate fingerprint and audio library rights. Here’s how that impacts your royalties and what you can do about it.
Level up with Dual Primary for easier artist collaboration
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.
Essential copyright tips for independent artists
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 and Arturia Partner to Bring World-Class Music Production Tools to Independent Artists
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.
MEET DONO, THE WINNER OF UNITEDMASTERS’ ‘MAKE YOUR DEBUT’ CHALLENGE
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.
Christian Crosby: The 2024 United Masters SelectCon Winner & Modern-Day Renaissance Man Making Waves in the Industry
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.
Yarge joins her fans to celebrate a sync placement with IKEA
Meet the rising Latin Pop star out of Venezuela with a loyal fan community and big aspirations.
HOW BRENT FAIYAZ TURNED INDEPENDENCE INTO BIG BUSINESS
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.
GRAMMY® AWARD-NOMINATED GLOBAL SUPERSTAR DAVIDO INKS PARTNERSHIP DEAL WITH UNITEDMASTERS FOR HIS NINE+ RECORDS VENTURE
Award-nominated Nigerian global superstar and Afrobeats pioneer Davido has inked a deal with UnitedMasters for his recently launched label Nine+ Records.
How FloyyMenor went from the clubs to the Billboard charts
With his honest songwriting and versatility, Floyy is able to resonate with fans not just in Chile, but internationally.
Amira Unplugged’s journey from TikTok to a national AT&T campaign
Amira Unplugged on her journey as an independent artist, the importance of representation, and how she landed a national brand campaign.
Sarz is paving the way for the next generation of hitmakers
The mastermind behind some of Afrobeats’ biggest hits is committed to finding the next wave of talented producers and artists in Africa
UMI is creating space for healing
The R&B star is bringing fans together through music and meditation
EARTHGANG travels into the future on new EP ‘ROBOPHOBIA’
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.
Synced Success: How Stockz Got His Music Broadcast Live on ESPN
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.
Anycia is Atlanta’s next breakout star
Meet the ascending rapper with the unique, smoky voice and girl-next-door energy.
BigXThaPlug is the hottest rapper out of Texas right now
The Big Stepper is gliding his way on to the charts and putting Dallas on his back
EKKSTACY shows off his range on new self-titled album
The artist GQ dubbed ‘Gen Z’s new King of sad punk songs’ delivers his most dynamic body of work to date
Enigmatic R&B Iconoclast Brent Faiyaz Presents New Album Larger Than Life
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.
Independent Hitmaker Brent Faiyaz Joins Unitedmasters PARTNER
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.