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RSS Dec 5, 2025 1:55pm · Hypebot
Bandcamp Fridays returns today as all 2026 dates announced
Today December 5 is the last Bandcamp Friday of 2026. The indie music platform also announced 8 Bandcamp Fridays in 2026. The program, which waives Bandcamp’s revenue share so artists keep 100% of sales, has become one of the most impactful ongoing artist-support initiatives in the industry. The post Bandcamp Fridays returns today as all 2026 dates announced appeared first on Hypebot.
RSS Dec 5, 2025 1:00pm · Musically
Spotlight on Peru
Much like its neighbouring country of Chile, Peru’s music industry has made it a long way since being one of the countries hit hardest by Covid — with revenue passing US$50m for the first time in 2024.  “Peru’s music industry is healthier than ever, reaching record-breaking levels largely driven by streaming,” said Mia Nygren, general […] The post is from Music Ally.
RSS Dec 5, 2025 1:00pm · Musically
What evolving social media trends mean for music marketing in 2026
DoubleVerify’s Global Insights report series explores digital marketing trends across a number of topics, incorporating responses from over 22,000 consumers and 2,000 marketers.  Here are some music industry-specific insights that caught our eye:  Advertising on Connected TVs. 54% of media buyers have increased their investments in CTV advertising over the past year. And of those […] The post is from Music Ally.
RSS Dec 5, 2025 1:00pm · Musically
How to use YouTube’s Collab feature in music campaigns
A few months ago, YouTube launched their Collaboration feature — joining Instagram and TikTok in allowing creators to post a video with more than one collaborator. Allowing up to five channels, the upload will feature each channel’s name and subscribe button. All views will count for each individual channel.  When it comes to artist channels, […] The post is from Music Ally.
RSS Dec 5, 2025 1:00pm · Musically
Qobuz x ECM Records launch album advent calendar
Streaming platform Qobuz and Munich-based label ECM Records are launching their own advent calendar, including 24 EMC albums to be released exclusively on Qobuz.  One highlight is Bennie Maupin’s The Jewel in the Lotus, an experimental jazz album lauded by Pitchfork as “an unknown modern classic from 1974”. Other selections include Keith Jarrett’s album In […] The post is from Music Ally.