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Close-up of a smartphone screen showing the Spotify app's now-playing interface, with a pink "Lyrics" button, green heart icon, and a track timer showing 2:53 remaining.

Unchained Guides: How to Get Your Music Lyrics to Spotify, Genius, and Musixmatch

Lyrics boost listener engagement, expand your reach, and take less than an hour to set up. Here's how to get your music lyrics on Spotify using Musixmatch, with notes on Genius and

· By Unchained Music Team · <10 Mins
Exploring Music NFT Companies and NFT Marketplaces
Web3 & NFT & Music

Exploring Music NFT Companies and NFT Marketplaces

Discover the transformative power of music NFT marketplaces and explore the thriving NFT music scene. Transform the music industry with non-fungible tokens.

· By Unchained Music
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Spotify's AI Song Descriptions: A Consent Problem

Lorde called out Spotify's AI-generated song summaries for getting her own track wrong. The bigger issue is that no opt-out exists.

· By The Independent Music Brief
5 essential concepts for music production
Production & Music Industry

5 essential concepts for music production

I wish I had known these when I started producing music.

· By Unchained Music Team · <6 Minutes
6 pro level vsts
Production & Music Industry

6 pro level vsts

Here are six pro vsts we've found for you - all 100% free.

· By Unchained Music Team · <5 mins
How Many Songs are in an EP? A Guide to Albums, Singles, EPs, and Extended Albums
Production & Music Industry

How Many Songs are in an EP? A Guide to Albums, Singles, EPs, and Extended Albums

Discover the differences between albums, singles, EPs, and extended albums, including song counts and how each format impacts music releases.

· By Unchained Music Team
A Guide to Apple Music for Artists
Unchained Best Tips

A Guide to Apple Music for Artists

Learn how to effectively use Apple Music for Artists to boost your music career. Explore practical tips and strategies to maximize your impact. Read more!

· By Unchained Music Team
A Guide to Creating Engaging Vevo Music Videos for Your Audience

A Guide to Creating Engaging Vevo Music Videos for Your Audience

Learn how to create, upload, and promote engaging music videos on Vevo. Grow your fanbase, increase visibility, and start earning royalties across platforms like YouTube.

· By Unchained Music Team
A Review of All You Need to Know About the Music Business by Donald S. Passman
Production & Music Industry

A Review of All You Need to Know About the Music Business by Donald S. Passman

Learn everything you need to know about the music industry, from record deals to royalties, with Donald S. Passman’s guide All You Need to Know About the Music Business.

· By Unchained Music team
A Review of Effortless Mastery by Kenny Werner
Production & Music Industry

A Review of Effortless Mastery by Kenny Werner

Open up your full creative potential with Effortless Mastery by Kenny Werner. Learn to overcome performance anxiety and play with freedom and mindfulness.

· By Unchained Music Team
A Review of 'Music Theory for Dummies'
Production & Music Industry

A Review of 'Music Theory for Dummies'

Learn the fundamentals of music theory with Music Theory for Dummies. Perfect for beginners and intermediate musicians looking to improve their skills.

· By Unchained Music Team
A Review of The Art of Music Publishing by Helen Gammons
Production & Music Industry

A Review of The Art of Music Publishing by Helen Gammons

Open up the secrets of music publishing with The Art of Music Publishing by Helen Gammons. Learn how to protect your rights and maximize your income through publishing and sync lic

· By Unchained Music Team