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1 Dec 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 48

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Engage with these trending sounds and use the trending hashtags in engaging content that hooks the viewer and showcases your musical talents to maximise your exposure and grow your fanbase.

30 Nov 2023

Chartmetric Discount Code

We’ve partnered with several leading software companies to provide exclusive discounts for our members.


Chartmetric is a music data analytics software that helps artists and music industry professionals understand music trends, music marketing, Spotify stats, TikTok charts, and so much more.


Click the button below to see the exclusive offer and discount code.

28 Nov 2023

Gaming Music Supervisor Masterclass

Sergio Pimentel, award-winning music supervisor, running sync campaigns at both PlayStation and Activision Blizzard, has worked on games such as Gran Turismo, SingStar, Little Big Planet, Guitar Hero, DJ Hero and Call of Duty as well as advertising campaigns for brands such as Axe, Stella McCartney, Apple, Prada, SEAT and Fiat.


In this exclusive course, Sergio gives behind-the-scenes insights into what gaming companies and music supervisors look for in an artist, how to pitch music to get sync placements and how much you can expect to get paid.

28 Nov 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 48

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

27 Nov 2023

Influencer Promotion Opportunity

We're working with top music-focused TikTok creators to offer you an opportunity to have your song promoted by them.


The creators will select the track they vibe with the most for the promotions.


To be considered for this opportunity, click 'Submit' and complete the form.


NB! Only one track per member. The track must be on TikTok. 

26 Nov 2023

How To Get Your Numbers Up on Spotify

Spotify plays a vital role in your success as an independent artist, so it's crucial that you understand how it really works.


In this Consultancy Q&A post, we cover how you should view Spotify, why getting on algorithmic playlists is what really matters and why releasing consistently is so important.

24 Nov 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 47

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Engage with these trending sounds and use the trending hashtags in engaging content that hooks the viewer and showcases your musical talents to maximise your exposure and grow your fanbase.

21 Nov 2023

Spotify Playlisting Opportunity

We're pitching tracks to a major Spotify playlist network for playlisting placements.


Available for all genres.

NB: The track needs to already be released on Spotify.


To be considered, submit by clicking the 'Submit' button below and include a Spotify link to your best track.

21 Nov 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 47

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

20 Nov 2023

Press Opportunity: Celebmix

EXPIRED:


We're pitching an artist for a feature on Celebmix. 


All genres are considered!


It can be both a released or unreleased track, but you have to have a good image available for the feature. If unreleased track, submit a Soundcloud link.

Press Opportunity: Celebmix

19 Nov 2023

Breaking an Artist to 4 Million Monthly Listeners

Have you explored the Exclusive videos in the Resources section yet?


One of the videos is an in-depth interview we did with an experienced music manager, filled with gems on how an artist can break without requiring a large budget or contacts and resources from a record label, using techniques such as artist collaborations, TikTok, Social Media and live performances.


Recommend you grab a pen and notebook and watch it if you haven't already.


P.S. Stay tuned for more coming soon!

17 Nov 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 46

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Engage with these trends in your own unique way, use the trending hashtags and learn from the successful artists covered to increase your exposure and grow your own fanbase.

16 Nov 2023

How To Stand Out In The Crowded Music Industry

With so much music out there, you can’t just simply upload a picture telling someone to listen to your music.


People's average attention span is so short they’d much rather spend their time scrolling through Instagram or TikTok than be taken to another platform and listen to a whole song or album by an artist they've never heard of.


Here’s how you stand out from the crowd and make sure your music is actually listened to.

14 Nov 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 46

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

13 Nov 2023

Booking Agent Feedback Opportunity

EXPIRED:


Looking to make your mark in the live music world?


As a booking agent with nearly 20 years of experience, Nick Matthews has risen to be an SVP at global talent agent Wasserman Music.

With a deep and broad understanding of the live music landscape globally, his roster includes Shawn Mendes, Laufey, Milky Chance, Joel Corry, Caity Baser, Jazzy, and many more.


He has a reputation for being involved early and creatively developing acts at crucial moments that have played a major part in their career growth and success.


As a Burstimo member, you now get the opportunity to receive personalised feedback from Nick!


Click the 'Submit' button below and complete the form to be considered for this opportunity.


NB! Only the first 30 submissions will get this exclusive feedback.

Booking Agent Feedback Opportunity

10 Nov 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 45

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Including platform updates, trending sounds to engage with, trending videos, content ideas and trending hashtags.


Engage with these trends in your own unique way to increase your exposure and grow your fanbase.

7 Nov 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 45

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

6 Nov 2023

Graphic Designer Opportunity

EXPIRED:


Get the opportunity to work with our graphic designer David Cullen.


As a freelance creative with over 18 years of experience, David has worked on music design projects for rap group Brockhampton and industry leading record pool for DJs - DJcity, and many others.


Let us know what you'd want David to design for you - whether it's artwork for your next release, Instagram posts, artwork animations for ads, live gig posters, or anything else. Click the hyperlinks for inspiration on his website.


To be considered, click the 'Submit' button below and fill out the form.

Graphic Designer Opportunity

5 Nov 2023

Press Opportunity: Earmilk

EXPIRED:


We're pitching an artist for a feature on Earmilk.


All genres are considered! 


It can be both a released or unreleased track, but you have to have a good image available for the feature. If unreleased track, submit a Soundcloud link.


Press Opportunity: Earmilk

3 Nov 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 44

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Including platform updates, trending sounds to engage with, trending videos, content ideas and trending hashtags.


Engage with these trends in your own unique way to increase your exposure and grow your fanbase.

1 Nov 2023

How To Maximise the Membership for Your Next Release

Wondering how to get the most out of your membership for your next release?


In this Consultancy Q&A, we provide an overview of how to make the most out of the resources and opportunities available in the membership to improve the chances of making your next release a success.

31 Oct 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 44

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

30 Oct 2023

Press Opportunity: Wonderland

EXPIRED:


We're pitching an artist for a feature on Wonderland.


All genres are considered! 


It can be both a released or unreleased track, but you have to have a good image available for the feature. If unreleased track, submit a Soundcloud link.


To be considered for this opportunity, click the 'Submit' button below and fill out the form.

Press Opportunity: Wonderland

28 Oct 2023

ChatGPT Guide for Artists

Let's get this straight: ChatGPT is not here to replace you. Instead, it's a tool that can enhance your productivity and help spark your creativity. 


In this comprehensive guide to ChatGPT, we provide key tips on how to use the tool effectively as an emerging artist with lots of copy-and-paste-ready prompts for you to use.

27 Oct 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 43

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Including platform updates, trending sounds to engage with, trending videos, content ideas and trending hashtags.


Engage with these trends in your own unique way to increase your exposure and grow your fanbase.

25 Oct 2023

Press Opportunity: Notion

EXPIRED: 


We're pitching an artist for a feature on Notion.


All genres are considered!

It can be both a released or unreleased track, but you have to have a good image available for the feature. If unreleased track, submit a Soundcloud link.


To be considered for this opportunity, click the 'Submit' button below and fill out the form.

Press Opportunity: Notion

24 Oct 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 43

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to draw inspiration from these videos and artists, and use the hashtags on the given dates, to ride the wave and maximise your exposure.

23 Oct 2023

Influencer Promotion Opportunity

EXPIRED: 


We're working with top music-focused TikTok creators to offer you an opportunity to have your song promoted by them.


The creators will select the track they vibe with the most for the promotions. If your track is one of them, we'll notify you.


NB! The track must be on TikTok. Only one track per member. 

Influencer Promotion Opportunity

20 Oct 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 42

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Including platform updates, trending sounds to engage with, trending videos, content ideas and trending hashtags.


Engage with these trends in your own unique way to increase your exposure and grow your fanbase.

19 Oct 2023

Spotify Editor's Course – How To Get on Editorial Playlists

Struggling to get the attention of Spotify?


We’ve teamed up with Mike Lopez, Senior Spotify Editor, to bring you the most essential advice for navigating Spotify, approaching the Spotify for Artists pitch and ensuring they have the best chance of securing Spotify editorials.


Mike is a music industry veteran who has spent the last 20+ years working as an editor and curator at Spotify, MTV, MTV2, and VH1. He has years of experience curating frontline and catalog music of all genres, including Pop, Hip Hop, Indie, Rock and more. While at Spotify, he curated nearly 200 playlists, totalling over 1 million daily active users.

Providing never shared before footage, the “Spotify Editor’s Course – How To Get on Playlists”, is a guide providing artists with rare insights into Spotify’s algorithm, the submission process and the tier system of Spotify editorial playlists.

18 Oct 2023

Spotify Playlisting Opportunity

EXPIRED:


We're pitching tracks to a major Spotify playlist network for playlisting placements. Available for all genres.


NB: The track needs to already be released on Spotify.


To be considered, submit by clicking the 'Submit' button and include a Spotify link to your best track.

Spotify Playlisting Opportunity

17 Oct 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 42

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

16 Oct 2023

Graphic Designer Opportunity

EXPIRED:


Get the opportunity to work with our graphic designer David Cullen.


As a freelance creative with over 18 years of experience, David has worked on music design projects for rap group Brockhampton and industry leading record pool for DJs - DJcity, and many others.


Let us know what you'd want David to design for you - whether it's artwork for your next release, Instagram posts, artwork animations for ads, live gig posters, or anything else. Click the hyperlinks for inspiration on his website.


To be considered, click the 'Submit' button below and fill out the form.

Graphic Designer Opportunity

13 Oct 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 41

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Including platform updates, trending sounds to engage with, trending videos, content ideas and trending hashtags.


Engage with these trends in your own unique way to increase your exposure and grow your fanbase.

10 Oct 2023

Music Law Course

In collaboration with Sheridans, a leading entertainment law firm in the UK, we've now published an exclusive Music Law course on the membership.


Sheridans works with names like Paul McCartney, Led Zeppelin, Kate Bush and Snow Patrol, as well as artists at the beginning of their careers, to help them develop as artists and navigate the commercial aspects of the music business.

 

The course covers essential topics like building your team, when you should get a lawyer, signing with a manager, what to look out for when signing a contract, and more.

10 Oct 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 41

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

9 Oct 2023

Press Opportunity: Earmilk

EXPIRED:


We're pitching an artist for a feature on Earmilk.


All genres are considered! 

It can be both a released or unreleased track, but you have to have a good image available for the feature. If unreleased track, submit a Soundcloud link.


To be considered for this opportunity, click the 'Submit' button below and fill out the form.

Press Opportunity: Earmilk

6 Oct 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 40

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Including plaform updates, trending sounds to engage with, trending videos, a content idea and trending hashtags.


Engage with these trends in your own unique way to increase your exposure and grow your fanbase.

5 Oct 2023

Time Management as an Independent Artist

Juggling work, making music, social media, pitching to playlists and blogs, networking, and struggling to find time for everything?


Good time management is a necessity as an emerging artist trying to make it in the saturated music industry.


In this Consultancy Q&A we cover a simple but effective strategy for time management to set you up for success as an independent artist.

3 Oct 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 40

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

2 Oct 2023

Press Opportunity: Wonderland

EXPIRED:


We're pitching an artist for a feature on Wonderland.

All genres are considered! 


It can be both a released or unreleased track, but you have to have a good image available for the feature. If unreleased track, submit a Soundcloud link.

Press Opportunity: Wonderland

29 Sept 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 39

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Including plaform updates, trending sounds to engage with, trending hashtags and more.


Take advantage of these in your own style to increase your exposure and grow your fanbase.

28 Sept 2023

Why Social Media is your Golden Ticket and How to Make it Work For You

Struggling to reach beyond your local scene?


This Consultancy Q&A tackles this issue head-on. 

We delve into the importance of a unified vision, why social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok should be your focus to grow your fanbase and how to use these platforms strategically to make them work for you.


While focused on a metal band, these tips apply to all emerging artists. Swap "metal" for your genre and learn how to authentically connect with a global audience.

26 Sept 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 39

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

25 Sept 2023

Press Opportunity: Notion

EXPIRED:


We're pitching an artist for a feature on Notion.


All genres are considered! 

It can be both a released or unreleased track, but you have to have a good image available for the feature. If unreleased track, submit a Soundcloud link.



Press Opportunity: Notion

22 Sept 2023

Social Media Trends: Week 38

This week's Social Media Trends is now out!


Including an Instagram update, current trends to get on, trending hashtags and a successful artist account to take inspiration from in your own strategy.


Make sure to take advantage of these to increase your exposure and grow your fanbase.

21 Sept 2023

Spotify Playlisting Opportunity

EXPIRED:


We're pitching tracks to a major Spotify playlist network for playlisting placements.


Available for all genres.

NB: The track needs to already be released on Spotify.


To be considered, submit by clicking the 'Submit' button below and include a Spotify link to your best track.

Spotify Playlisting Opportunity

19 Sept 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 38

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

18 Sept 2023

Influencer Promotion Opportunity

EXPIRED:


We're thrilled to announce that we're working with Grail Talent, a leading influencer management company, to offer you a unique opportunity: getting your music promoted by top music-focused creators/influencers.


Only a select few tracks will be chosen for the promotions. If your track is one of them, we'll notify you.


NB! Only one track per member.

Influencer Promotion Opportunity

12 Sept 2023

TikTok Inside Knowledge: Week 37

Every week, TikTok provides us with information on their upcoming hashtags, top artists, and video picks. As soon as we know, you'll know.


Make sure to ride the wave by using these hashtags and drawing inspiration from these videos and artists. 


Trust us, TikTok is spotlighting them for good reason.

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