Drake, AI & The Live Nation Case: Breaking Down Music’s Biggest Stories | Billboard On The Record

We’re halfway through 2026, and the music industry has already had its fair share of headline-making moments. From Spotify’s AI remix plans and Drake’s surprise three-album drop to company mergers and antitrust battles, Billboard‘s business editorial team breaks down the biggest stories shaping the industry so far this year. They also revisit the predictions they […]

How to promote your music on YouTube (without becoming a full-time video creator)

Most advice on how to promote your music on YouTube involves shooting high-production music videos, maintaining weekly vlogs, or filming endless behind-the-scenes content. For independent music producers, songwriters, and artists, this creates a massive barrier to entry. Your best work is done in the studio, not behind a camera. The reality is that you do …

How to promote your music on YouTube (without becoming a full-time video creator)