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Industry experts on festive music campaigns and year-round artist opportunities
Sukhbir Singh and Shibani Kashyap on intimate gigs as a growth avenue for indie artists
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Independent artists face the challenge of turning India’s growing consumption into sustainable revenue
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Industry experts say music education must balance digital learning with practical training
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The romantic track blends semi-classical, raga-based and Carnatic influences
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They performed 4,000+ shows worldwide alongside acts like Iron Maiden, Deep Purple and Scorpions
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Kumar discusses The Grub Fest’s evolution, audience trends, music curation and Tier 2–3 opportunities
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Rakesh Nigam, CEO, IPRS, talks about why music licensing matters for creators and businesses
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Prior to joining Amazon Ads, Chaudhary was associated with Viacom18 Media Pvt. Ltd
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Industry experts on the rising cost of building an independent music career
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While playback remains central to Ghoshal’s career, independent music gives her space to experiment with new sounds and collaborations
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The initiative aims to spotlight Kerala’s indie artists and fresh sounds
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As Batra celebrated his birthday on September 17, his journey reflects India’s shift from digital marketplaces to music streaming
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Prior to joining Hoopr, Shaikh worked with Believe
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With artists building audiences independently, Bollywood is increasingly looking to the indie ecosystem as a ready-made talent pipeline
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The campaign highlights the diverse sounds and identities shaping India’s independent music scene
Royalties grew across every major regional language, with Telugu up over 120% year-on-year
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Sadagopan said her role has expanded from artist campaigns to building tools and infrastructure for TikTok’s music marketing
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Featuring JUNO, Raja Hasan and Dipakshi Kalita, the song captures the quiet transformation of falling in love
BL/UR brings together genre-fluid artists and contemporary sounds to redefine the future of Indian pop
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The Sony Music Entertainment India-The Hello Group venture marks its first year with 68 artists
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The release also signals her intent to exercise greater creative freedom as she builds the next chapter of her career
Prior to Billboard India, Aayeer was Label Head for Songfest at Hoopr
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Prior to BrandMusiq, Kaul was CMO at Hoopr and has advised founders on growth, marketing and business scaling
Singer-songwriter Aman launches Jaadugari on August 5 as the first release from YRF's Raah Records
The music video features Armaan's fans, paying tribute to the community that has supported him throughout his journey
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Prior to this, she worked at Tiger Baby Records
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Although 86% had paid for video streaming, just 38% had paid for a music streaming subscription
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In this exclusive interview with Loudest.in, Jain discusses Madverse's growth, AI, and India's independent music future
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Their music has amassed over 150,000 streams on Spotify in just 18 months
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Applications opened on July 16 and will close on July 31, with the selected artists set to be announced on....
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The artist-first initiative continues its nationwide journey to discover, mentor and nurture independent music talent across India
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Kuhad reflects on creative risks, business decisions, global growth and why honest storytelling continues to outlast trends
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The band earned the Best Fusion Song award for YAMAN at the 2023 Hungama Artist Aloud Indian Independent Music Awards
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Previously, Sharda served as Director – Artist Services at Believe India
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After Delhi and Indore, Havells mYOUsic makes its Jharkhand debut
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Former Tips Music executive to spearhead revenue strategy for Zee Live’s growing live entertainment business
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Released on July 1, the song explores resilience amid self-doubt
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It concludes with a three-day residential retreat, alongside access to MMF's Manager Certification Programme
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The platform will support artists through creative development, audience growth and monetisation
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The partnership combines Sony Music Publishing India’s global expertise with Oviyan’s growing independent music presence
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The partnership aims to boost discoverability, monetisation and growth opportunities for independent artists
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Over the years, Kemmu has transitioned from acting to filmmaking while steadily exploring new creative formats
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Akhil will lead growth and revenue across Saina Play and its digital platforms
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The move marks a shift from building ventures like Hoopr to enabling broader growth
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The report notes 14,000 artists earned royalties for the first time, while another 14,000 crossed one million streams
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Organised by the Indian Music Experience Museum, it runs March 20–April 5, celebrating women’s voices
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His move underscores UMPG’s growing A&R strength in India, amid rapid expansion in streaming, sync, and songwriting
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In this guest column, Rohan Paul, Co-founder & CEO of Controlla, writes on AI as music’s next creative catalyst
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The romantic track, composed by Shekhar Ravjiani with lyrics by Priya Saraiya, was released on February 27, 2026
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Industry observers note that while film stars and celebrity influencers continue to command massive reach, that scale often comes with....
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The instruments also include creative tools like loopers and auto chord play, catering to a range of skill levels from....
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The move aims to address long-standing gaps in international royalty collection that have limited South Asian creators from capturing earnings....
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From crowded feeds to clearer purpose, 2026 could redefine how India creates, consumes and pays for music
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The companies position the accelerator as a tech-enabled launchpad for the next generation of Indian music talent
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Less about hits, more about systems,Devraj Sanyal outlines a blueprint for India’s next music economy.
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From bigger stages to better systems,why India’s concert boom must now grow smarter
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IPRS Stage at SAF2025 and launch of IP Hub in Goa underscore IPRS’ mission to empower creators nationwide
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He also achieved a rare Billboard Top 50 position in Gospel,an achievement few independent Indian artists have accomplished
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Independent artists using distribution platform TuneCore have earned over $5 billion since its founding,marking a historic first for self-releasing musicians
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Each episode pushes the boundaries of what Indian independent music can sound like, unfiltered, experimental, and emotionally real
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Industry-first milestone in micro-sync licensing marks a new era of transparency and sustainable earnings for India’s independent music creators.
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This article explores how festive anthems in India have become a key marketing tool, blending tradition, consumer sentiment, and brand....
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By collaborating closely with independent musicians, the label will offer artists the resources and visibility needed to thrive while enabling....
The playlist will feature carefully curated songs from across renowned and upcoming artists who submit their music through the JioSaavn ....
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As TuneCore India marks its five-year anniversary, the company is looking back at a half-decade that has radically expanded access....
With 86% fans travelling to the host city, Coldplay’s ‘Music Of The Spheres’ concerts in Ahmedabad trigger a new paradigm....
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The song stands as a beautiful testament not only to romantic love but to the profound, unbreakable bond between mother....
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The global music initiative led by Gilles Peterson's worldwide FM and Monkey Shoulder will be spotlighting grassroots music scenes in....
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The platform continues to shape the music industry, serving as a launchpad for viral hits.
For Indian artists, protecting these rights begins with registering your music. One of the most essential steps is registering with....
Anubha captures the heaviness that distance places on love, making Jiya relatable to anyone who has ever missed someone deeply.
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In a conversation with SCREEN following her big win, Manasi reflected on her journey and revealed exciting future plans, including....
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This year, the Grant will provide an endowment of INR 100,000 to help one artist fund a project they aim....
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Moksha 360 is built upon three core pillars, each addressing critical challenges faced by independent artists.
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The first offering under this collaboration is "Sivanar", a powerful spiritual and devotional track dedicated to Lord Murugar.
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With Jiya, Anubha Bajaj once again proves that she is a force to be reckoned with in the Indian independent....
In an exclusive interview, rising star Shaan Kambli shares insights into his musical journey.
To tackle these issues, Indian music distribution startup Swalay has partnered with ACRCloud, a global leader in audio recognition and....
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These producers, each established in their own right, contribute to the EP's dynamic soundscape, blending contemporary trap, traditional Indian elements,....
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The song unfolds in three parts—first, expressing the emptiness of loss; second, a plea to the almighty; and finally, a....
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This landmark achievement underscores the platform’s commitment to empowering independent artists with seamless music distribution, cutting-edge tools, and global opportunities.
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The Local Train, Rashmeet Kaur, Aditya Rikhari, Matt Chitharanjan, Rahul Ganjoo, Sejal Kumar, Chaar Diwari, Akash Gupta Kenny Sebastian, and....
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In an engaging conversation with Loudest.in, Varun Murali—acclaimed music producer, composer, and guitarist from the renowned band Swarathma—shares his insights....
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Her insights come in the backdrop of ‘My Music, My Rights’, an initiative dedicated to empowering independent artists by raising....
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The Advanced Trends & Analytics Dashboard offers artists powerful, personalized insights across multiple platforms, providing a 360-degree view of how....
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With its vibrant beats and empowering lyrics, the track encourages women to wear their uniqueness like a crown and own....
In an exclusive chat with Loudest.in, he explores storytelling in music, indie artists' challenges, and UMI’s vision for their global....
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With its Afrobeat influence, the song has an electrifying, rhythmic vibe that amplifies the energy, making it a dance anthem....
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The company’s operating EBITDA surged by 28% to ?55.6 crore, up from ?43.4 crore in the corresponding quarter last year.
With digital tools at their fingertips and direct access to audiences, artists now have full control over their careers, shaping....
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This vibrant series offers music lovers a chance to experience live acoustic performances by talented artists from the Hungama Artist....
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Shruti, known for her love of music, was there to cheer for these incredible artists, emphasizing her support for the....
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Spanning genres and categories—film, indie, classical, technical, and Listener’s Choice—the event highlighted the incredible talent driving Indian music today.
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The singer dedicated the concert to the late poet and lyricist Rahat Indori, while also extending heartfelt wishes to his....
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This emotive ballad showcases a different side of her artistry exploring a deeper side of the talented artist.
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This remarkable feat marks an astounding 496% year-on-year growth from ?176.36 crore in FY 2023.
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Impact offers a range of services to help artists thrive, including managing social media, running digital ad campaigns, boosting streaming....
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These artists are redefining Indian rap, mixing raw, real storytelling with innovative production. From heartfelt anthems to unapologetic expressions of....