industry

The music world is characterized by a blend of constants and continuous change; Beat examines the inside of the industry from recording studios to record labels, live performances, music streaming technology and beyond.

Pop Icon Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez, a name that echoes across continents, has evolved into one of the most iconic global pop figures of her generation. From her humble beginnings in Grand Prairie, Texas, to commanding massive stadiums and Billboard charts, Selena’s journey is a testament to resilience, talent, and reinvention. Her influence transcends music, fashion, acting, and philanthropy, making her a multifaceted global brand.
By Lana Rosee7 months ago in Beat
☀️ Dreamy Summer Vibes Vol. 1 . AI-Generated.
When the air gets warmer and the days stretch a little longer, there’s an unspoken magic that settles over everything. It’s in the quiet stillness of early morning light, the soft hum of a fan in the background, or the way sunlight dances on your skin during a lazy walk home. Dreamy Summer Vibes Vol. 1, the latest compilation from The Yume Collective, captures that magic in musical form.
By The Yume Collective7 months ago in Beat
Understanding Spotify Playlists:
Over the years of helping independent artists promote their music, I’ve gained a solid understanding of how Spotify works behind the scenes. It’s a complex system that can be confusing, especially if you’re expecting immediate results from playlist placements or promotions. That’s why I want to take a moment to explain how it all works — and how you can use it to your advantage as an artist.
By mysoundMusic7 months ago in Beat
Do Artists Get Paid to Perform at Hot 97 Summer Jam? Here's the Real Deal. By NWO Sparrow
Every June, the tri-state locks in on Hot 97 Summer Jam like it’s the Super Bowl of hip-hop. Artists fly in, fans flood wherever the big show will be hosted that year between New York and New Jersey. Surprise guests pop out, and the culture gets its annual fireworks show. But behind the lights, the social media recaps, and the flexed out setlists — one question always lingers among the casuals , Do the artists actually get paid to perform at Summer Jam?
By NWO SPARROW8 months ago in Beat
4 Foot 9, But I Hit Like a Heavyweight: The Real Mecca Drops Her Most Personal Track Yet
Don’t let the height fool you when The Real Mecca steps on the mic, she’s bringing more heat than half the industry combined. With her latest track, “4 Foot 9,” the Charlotte-born rapper proves that size doesn’t define power, and silence from haters doesn't equal peace.
By Nichi 8 months ago in Beat
The Legacy of “The Boy is Mine”
The Boy Is Mine is one of Brandy and Monica’s best duet R&B songs from the 90s era, which involved two girls fighting over a boy. This song has earned accolades, including a Grammy win. It sparked an alleged "feud" between Brandy and Monica, even though it was proven untrue. The song continues with more covers and remixes, making the song a hit by popular demand.
By Gladys W. Muturi8 months ago in Beat
I Fell in Love with a Voice Note
d It started, innocently enough, during the most mundane part of my day: answering work emails. I was in the middle of a week-long online collaboration with a few freelancers from different parts of the country, helping to organize content for a community podcast project. There were five of us. Our group was assembled overnight, dropped into a shared chat, and thrown into digital chaos with clashing time zones, Google Docs, and laggy Zoom calls.
By Noor Hussain8 months ago in Beat
"The Come Up" (Ten K song)
In the world of independent hip-hop, few tracks announce an artist’s arrival quite like “The Come Up” does for Ten K. Released in 2024, the song quickly became his breakout hit, surpassing 2,000 streams on Spotify and earning attention for its unfiltered aggression and unapologetic tone. But The Come Up is more than just a street anthem — it’s a lyrical mission statement rooted in ambition, pain, and the realities of survival.
By Ten K8 months ago in Beat
Ten K
Bradley Lavoie (born November 4, 2003), known professionally as Ten K, is a Canadian rapper, songwriter, and rising figure in independent hip-hop. Hailing from the small town of Sturgeon Falls, part of West Nipissing, Ontario, Ten K has gained attention for his emotionally honest lyrics, melodic flows, and driven delivery. His music speaks from experience—reflecting themes of loyalty, ambition, heartbreak, and perseverance, all grounded in his small-town upbringing and hunger to rise.
By Ten K8 months ago in Beat
What Happened to the R&B group City High???
They were considered the 2000s era of “the Fugees”. Ryan Toby, Claudette Ortiz, and Robbie Pardlo all three from New Jersey were formed by former Fugees member Wyclef Jean into a hip-hop and R&B trio called City High. During the 2000s, City High debut their singles “What Would You Do?” which became the number one song in the Billboard charts. Their song was nominated for a Grammy and their debut album was released in 2001. After their debut album, they were about to work on their second album but we haven’t heard from them since but why.......
By Gladys W. Muturi8 months ago in Beat
Pop and Real: The Art of Staying Authentic in a Manufactured Industry. AI-Generated.
Pop music is a world of smoke and mirrors—or so we're told. It's the realm of auto-tuned vocals, label-controlled personas, and songs built in boardrooms instead of bedrooms. But beneath the glossy sheen and high-budget videos, pop has always had the power to reveal something real.
By Travis Johnson8 months ago in Beat
Music Streaming Fraud: Why It’s Never a Good Idea
Just like piracy, low royalty payments, and AI-generated content that borrows from artists without consent, fraud continues to plague the music industry. Estimates suggest that at least 10% of all streaming activity is fake, amounting to billions of dollars in misdirected revenue each year. That money should be going to real artists, but instead, it’s being siphoned off by bad actors gaming the system.
By LALAL.AI8 months ago in Beat