The Independent Artist Show

By Streets OS

The Independent Artist Show is a weekly podcast for indie musicians who are tired of generic "music marketing" advice. Two hosts — an industry strategist and a working independent artist — break down ... more

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How many episodes does The Independent Artist Show have?

The podcast currently has 131 episodes available.

The Independent Artist Show episodes:

August 30, 2026 distrokid vs tunecore discovery mode access + AI
• Spotify, not your music distributor, decides if your songs get into Discovery Mode.
• Making small mistakes when uploading your music can stop it from reaching new listeners.
• Some music distributors are better for new artists because they help prevent common mistakes.
Check your song’s potential for algorithmic success with a tool like Hit Analyzer before uploading.
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5min
August 30, 2026 distrokid vs tunecore: fastest proof for 0–1k
• New artists should pick a music distributor that gets their songs live very quickly to see if people like them.
• Look at how many people save your song and listen to it more than once to know if it's good.
• If your song isn't connecting, change your plan or your song and move on quickly.
Check out our Content Calendar & Auto Pilot feature to help you consistently share your music and reach more listeners.
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5min
August 29, 2026 SoundCloud vs DistroKid vs TuneCore: Proof
• Selling your music directly on SoundCloud first can show if people truly want to buy your songs.
• You can offer a special "Supporter Pack" with bonus items, not just the song, to make it more appealing.
• Finding just a few people willing to pay for your music is better proof of success than many free streams.
Try selling one of your songs directly on SoundCloud with a small bonus bundle this week to see if people will pay for it.
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5min
August 29, 2026 TikTok music promotion: 10–50 views to 100 fans
• Instead of posting random videos, make TikToks that help people find your music when they are looking for songs to match a feeling or situation.
• Clearly state the feeling or situation your song is good for in the first few seconds of your video.
• Track things like how long people watch your video and if they visit your profile, not just how many views you get.
Learn how to find these search phrases and get video scripts using the Auto Pilot Engine for your next TikTok video.
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5min
August 29, 2026 tiktok-to-spotify-streams-36-hour-window: Winner?
• Converting TikTok views to Spotify streams is your job, not your music distributor's.
• You have about 36 hours after a TikTok goes viral to get listeners to your Spotify.
• Make it super easy for people to find and save your song on Spotify right away.
Go to your smart link and make sure Spotify is the very first button, then pin your new song on your Spotify profile.
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5min
August 28, 2026 TikTok music promotion that makes fans
• Do not focus on how many people see your video, but on how many people actually care about it.
• The best signs that someone likes your music are when they save your video or leave a comment about your song.
• Experiment with different kinds of short videos to find out what makes people connect with your music the most.
Look at your last social media video and check how many saves and song-specific comments it got, instead of just the total views.
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5min
August 27, 2026 DistroKid vs TuneCore TikTok promotion: 100 fans
• Your music distributor helps put your song on TikTok, but it does not make people listen to it.
• Having 100 dedicated fans who truly love your music is more important than getting many quick views.
• Focus on building real connections with listeners, like collecting their email, instead of just chasing high view counts.
Learn how to find the most compelling part of your song for TikTok by checking out the Hit Analyzer tool.
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5min
August 26, 2026 DistroKid vs TuneCore for independent artists: fans
• Your music distributor just helps get your songs out, not find your fans.
• You can learn where your fans come from by connecting your social posts to your music links.
• Seeing where your listeners come from helps you understand what works best to get new fans.
Learn how to set up your own fan map using smart links and tracking codes in our related blog post.
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5min
August 25, 2026 DistroKid vs TuneCore vs AI music manager: 100 fans
• Your music distributor just puts your songs online, it does not find you fans.
• Real fans show they care by saving your music, joining your email list, or buying your songs.
• Use tools like a landing page or Bandcamp to see who truly loves your music.
Set up a simple landing page to collect emails or a Bandcamp page to sell your music and connect with fans directly.
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5min
August 24, 2026 DistroKid vs TuneCore: first 100 fans (or none?)
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• Having more music streams does not always mean you have more fans.
• You need to find out who listens to your music and how to talk to them directly.
Learn more about connecting with your listeners by claiming your Spotify for Artists and Apple Music for Artists profiles right now.
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FAQs about The Independent Artist Show:

How many episodes does The Independent Artist Show have?

The podcast currently has 131 episodes available.