What Is UGC and Content ID (and Why They Matter for Your Music)
UGC and Content ID power the YouTube music economy. Here’s how to get paid, get seen, and build a following using YouTube’s own system.
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How to Make Music Videos That Can Actually Be Advertised
Learn how to make music videos that can actually run ads — what content gets disapproved, how to pass review, and how to build ad-ready visuals.
Forget Views — Average Watch Time Wins
Average view duration is the real music marketing metric. Learn why watch time beats views, comments, and likes on every major platform.
Collaborations 101: From Choosing Partners to Posting Right
A practical, platform-by-platform guide to choosing partners, posting collabs, and running ads that actually perform.
Get More YouTube Views by Using Playlist Video Links
Boost views and keep fans watching by sharing playlist links instead of regular YouTube video URLs.
Design Artist Banners That Look Perfect Everywhere
A practical guide to designing promo and evergreen banners for artists across YouTube, Spotify, and Facebook — with updated specs, safe zones, and visual strategy.
How to Fix Your YouTube Channel in Under an Hour
Fix your YouTube channel fast with this 9-step checklist for artists to clean up playlists, titles, branding, and boost watch time.
How to Make the Perfect YouTube Music Video Description
Write descriptions that drive clicks, help SEO, and convert fans—using the first line, keywords, links, and smart formatting.
How to Make a Good Thumbnail
Learn what makes a thumbnail pop, how to fix your whole channel, and what rules actually matter for musicians.
How To Create a YouTube Album Upload
Uploading your full album as one YouTube video helps fans listen easily and keeps your channel professional. Here’s why it matters—and how to do it right.