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Breakout Cover Song – Cover Song Ideas

Jan 13, 2026

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in algorithm, spotify, streaming revenue, viral cover song strategy

This piano-pop ballad is a slow, atmospheric track that blends raw emotional delivery with a polished, contemporary sound. Its mid-tempo pacing makes it versatile for listeners across multiple demographics. If your band is looking for a breakout song to record as a cover this could be the track for you. Cover songs that get streams…

Every band has a story – share your music journey!

Jan 8, 2026

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in The creative life

The 9 to 5 That Pays for the Dream 🎸 Let’s be honest for a second. Most bands aren’t living off streaming checks, tour buses, or viral moments. They’re living off time clocks, lunch breaks, and just enough sleep to make it to rehearsal. The music happens after work. This post is for the bands…

Exclusive Christmas song – playlist plus the classics

Nov 28, 2025

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Thirty Seconds

in The creative life

Join listeners rediscovering the magic of Christmas. Classics, new gems, and the perfect vibe for every holiday moment—press play.

Just released tonight

Oct 21, 2025

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Thirty Seconds

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If it sometimes seem unfair as an independent songwriter and indie artist, it’s because it is.

Oct 13, 2025

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Thirty Seconds

in The creative life

“Payola was the greatest thing in the world. You didn’t have to go out to dinner with someone and kiss their ass. Just pay them, here’s the money, play the record” – from the book “Hit Men” If it sometimes seem unfair as an independent songwriter and indie artist, it’s because it is.

If you ever get frustrated as an independent music producer, a recording artist remember this

Oct 13, 2025

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“The big companies had budgets sufficient to outbid the small labels for airplay.” From the book “Hit Men This is a great book on how the music is is actually works.