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[ ![Cover image for 8 Ways to Maximise Your Streaming Royalties as an Independent Artist](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/2d52a9cfee9542a24973b78f990e3d4c901fb53a.png)8 Ways to Maximise Your Streaming Royalties as an Independent Artist -------------------------------------------------------------------- How independent artists earn more from streaming: distributor traps, publishing royalties, algorithm signals, and building a catalogue that pays long-term. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/8-ways-to-maximise-your-streaming-royalties-as-an-independent-artist) [ ![Cover image for How to Release Music Independently: 10 Things Every New Artist Needs to Know](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/cb47883fff0e47e03894bfa4c5801614243fea16.png)How to Release Music Independently: 10 Things Every New Artist Needs to Know ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Everything first-time artists need to know about releasing music: distributors, artwork specs, ISRCs, PROs, and how to actually get streams in 2026. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/how-to-release-music-independently-10-things-every-new-artist-needs-to-know) [ ![Cover image for Kinjari Signs Direct Deal with MassiveMusic](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/17e9e3c4ac63bb4b7c880c1c45fba0060640b5a5.png)Kinjari Signs Direct Deal with MassiveMusic ------------------------------------------- Kinjari's new MassiveMusic partnership brings your music to 10 additional platforms including Musixmatch, SoundHound, and OpenWav. Faster distribution, better royalty tracking. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/kinjari-signs-direct-deal-with-massivemusic-10-new-platforms-for-your-music) [ ![Cover image for 5 Metadata Mistakes Killing Your Streaming Numbers (and Costing You Royalties)](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/a6facf25f4a21aa3658ced5e3d33258024b6efa2.png)5 Metadata Mistakes Killing Your Streaming Numbers (and Costing You Royalties) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Poor metadata costs artists $2.5 billion in unclaimed royalties. Learn the 5 simple mistakes killing your streams and how to fix them in seconds. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/5-metadata-mistakes-killing-your-streaming-numbers-and-costing-you-royalties) [ ![Cover image for What Is Music Distribution? Your Complete Guide to Getting Your Music Heard in 2026](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/d2579eee7bc6e1f50b3472cf934f058421b37dae.png)What Is Music Distribution? Your Complete Guide to Getting Your Music Heard in 2026 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Want to get your music on Spotify, Apple Music and more? Discover what music distribution is and how Kinjari helps you release tracks worldwide for $3/month! ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/what-is-music-distribution-your-complete-guide-to-getting-your-music-heard-in-2026) [ ![Cover image for What is a Featured Artist? Definition and How It Differs from Main Artist](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/dd182fea3d91fa217f425b8857215da026f87014.png)What is a Featured Artist? Definition and How It Differs from Main Artist ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Confused about featured vs main artists? Learn the key differences, why credits matter, and how Kinjari can help your tracks stand out and get paid! ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/what-is-a-featured-artist-and-how-does-it-differ-from-a-main-artist) [ ![Cover image for What Is This UPC Thing? A Musician's Guide to Universal Product Codes](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/0bf01958648cdc83b07d7ef3c4a272cafa2ef8b7.png)What Is This UPC Thing? A Musician's Guide to Universal Product Codes --------------------------------------------------------------------- Confused by UPCs? Discover how these barcodes track your album sales globally, beat ISRC mix-ups, and boost retail distribution for musicians. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/what-is-this-upc-thing-a-musicians-guide-to-universal-product-codes) [ ![Cover image for How Streaming Royalties Actually Work](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/7e1ad3335a44a7a8131787e7dece026e9b5b7ea1.png)How Streaming Royalties Actually Work ------------------------------------- Streaming royalties aren't fixed per stream. Find out how the pro-rata model works, why geography matters, and what's actually cutting into independent artists' earnings. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/how-streaming-royalties-actually-work) [ ![Cover image for ISRC Codes 101: What They Are and How to Use Them as an Artist](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/e54ef184deb801536adce63114d68b3591c93225.png)ISRC Codes 101: What They Are and How to Use Them as an Artist -------------------------------------------------------------- What's an ISRC? Find out how this unique identifier tracks your recordings, protects your earnings, and keeps your catalogue organised across streaming platforms. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/isrc-codes-101-what-they-are-and-how-to-use-them-as-an-artist) [ ![Cover image for Protecting Your Music: How Kinjari's Integration with ACRCloud Keeps Artists in Control](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/9be832df98dca1b0067ec22d89db8265deeecb30.png)Protecting Your Music: How Kinjari's Integration with ACRCloud Keeps Artists in Control --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kinjari’s ACRCloud integration protects artists by stopping music theft, preventing unauthorized releases, and ensuring creators receive credit. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/protecting-your-music-how-kinjaris-integration-with-acrcloud-keeps-artists-in-control) [ ![Cover image for How to Choose the Right Music Distribution Service](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/6f3999899d93bce37283a46fc44bc611962abcd6.png)How to Choose the Right Music Distribution Service -------------------------------------------------- Independent musicians are taking over, but you need a distributor to do that. Here's the best way to figure out which one you should choose. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-music-distribution-service) [ ![Cover image for How to Get the Instagram Verified Checkmark: The Artist's Complete Guide to Standing Out in 2025](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/0a379ca7f07fe4134658793d4637ee9305b01b03.png)How to Get the Instagram Verified Checkmark: The Artist's Complete Guide to Standing Out in 2025 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Unlock the secrets to Instagram verification for artists in 2025, boost your credibility, reach wider audiences, and grow your music career fast! ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/how-to-get-the-instagram-verified-checkmark-the-artists-complete-guide-to-standing-out-in-2025) [ ![Cover image for Kinjari's New Integration with Volumo: A Win-Win for Electronic Artists](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/b3e599498c2e13542c5ec6406bb66b228181e30b.png)Kinjari's New Integration with Volumo: A Win-Win for Electronic Artists ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Kinjari's new Volumo partnership puts your tracks directly in front of the DJ community that matters most. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/kinjari-new-direct-integration-with-volumo-a-win-win-for-electronic-artists) [ ![Cover image for Juno Download Is Now Available for Kinjari Members](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/fe7b0ec9296a1a73a84ad12b5f7bb378db3f4af1.png)Juno Download Is Now Available for Kinjari Members -------------------------------------------------- Kinjari Members Get FREE Juno Download Access! Electronic artists now reach pro DJs & earn more from digital sales. All included in your $3/month plan. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/juno-download-is-now-available-for-kinjari-members) [ ![Cover image for What EP Means in Music: Your Complete Guide](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/b3463696c947dac357dc6ceb76936c41279c885b.png)What EP Means in Music: Your Complete Guide ------------------------------------------- Uncover what 'EP' means in the music world! Learn all about Extended Plays and how they fit into your favorite tunes. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/what-is-an-ep-and-what-does-ep-even-mean-your-complete-guide-to-extended-play-records-in-2025) [ ![Cover image for Why Our 10% Commission Model Is Actually Brilliant for Artists](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/ecf482cfecc8b1e5270731bc3c48fb9c1d18f595.png)Why Our 10% Commission Model Is Actually Brilliant for Artists -------------------------------------------------------------- $3/month plus 10% of royalties means our platform succeeds with you. We offer real support, aligned incentives, and a partnership built for artist growth. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/why-our-10-commission-model-is-actually-brilliant-for-artists) [ ![Cover image for Why Every Musician Needs Biolinks in 2025 (And How Kinjari Just Made It Better)](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/b1b2c8cdd87b34e4a7a683d878cfe8765822c89a.png)Why Every Musician Needs Biolinks in 2025 (And How Kinjari Just Made It Better) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kinjari Biolinks: Music biolinks + worldwide distribution for $3/month. Built for musicians. Four great templates, unlimited links, analytics. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/why-every-musician-needs-biolinks-in-2025-and-how-kinjari-just-made-it-better) [ ![Cover image for The Complete Guide to Getting Your Music on Spotify in 2025](https://www.kinjari.com/storage/blog/images/2af1f86d7b1e2dec4662cb0174f329b0e6aa771d.png)The Complete Guide to Getting Your Music on Spotify in 2025 ----------------------------------------------------------- Learn how independent artists can get music on Spotify in 2025, from mastering and metadata to choosing a distributor and boosting streams post-release. ](https://www.kinjari.com/blog/the-complete-guide-to-getting-your-music-on-spotify-in-2025) Loading more posts... 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