Category: Music Industry

Play MPE is a Proud Partner of ISC 2024

International Songwriting Competition Announces 2024 Winners

Play MPE is a Proud Prize Partner of ISC Play MPE is honoured to be an ongoing prize partner of the International Songwriting Competition (ISC), which announced their 2024 winners on May 7th. ISC is one of the most respected and influential songwriting competitions in the world. Just check out ISC’s panel of judges. We’re […]

The Rolling Stones Cover Clifton Chenier on Limited Edition 7”

The Rolling Stones Cover Clifton Chenier On Limited Edition 7”

The Rolling Stones Cover Clifton Chenier on Limited Edition 7” On June 27, 2025, Smithsonian Folkways released a limited edition vinyl 7” featuring a new recording of Clifton Chenier’s signature tune “Zydeco Sont Pas Salés” by The Rolling Stones. The track, produced by acclaimed musician and songwriter CC Adcock, is now available for both streaming […]

Beyond 10,000 Hours Feat: Cristy Barber

Beyond 10,000 Hours Featuring: Cristy Barber

“Dreams of Freedom, a Life I Can Dig” Beyond 10,000 Hours Feat. Cristy Barber: I was born and raised in Lansing, MI and from a very early age I was obsessed with music. When other kids were asking for Barbie dolls for their birthdays, I asked for vinyl.  At a very early age I fell […]

Powering the next wave of artists

Powering the Next Wave of Artists: Play MPE at NXNE 2025

Powering the Next Wave of Artists: Play MPE at NXNE 2025 Play MPE proudly stepped into the spotlight as an official sponsor of NXNE 2025, one of Canada’s most iconic discovery music festivals since 1995. With Toronto vibrating with music from every corner, we joined the city-wide celebration of creativity, connection, and raw talent. Our […]

Fashion, Turn to the Left

Tuned In with Katy Krasser: Fashion, Turn To The Left

Like peanut butter and jelly… Fashion, Turn To The Left. Notice how rock and fashion have always gone hand in hand? There has always been a kinship between the two – and I don’t mean rock stars dating models. Like peanut butter and jelly, or salt and pepper, music and fashion together just make things […]

The Power of Activism in Fan Communities

Beyond 10,000 Hours Featuring: Sabrina Cartan

Katy Krassner sits down with Sabrina Cartan to discuss the power of activism in online fan communities and more in this edition of Beyond 10,000 Hours. Beyond 10,000 Hours with Sabrina Cartan Sabrina Cartan is a fan activist, writer, and award-winning digital strategist. She specializes in mobilizing online fan communities for social justice and civic […]

HRDRV Partner perks

Join HRDRV Now & Enjoy Partner Perks

Play MPE is a Proud Partner of HRDRV We are thrilled to announce our expanded partnership with HRDRV!  HRDRV is a thriving community of indie producers, songwriters, and artists that provides comprehensive tools and guidance for every aspect of music creation. From art direction, mixing/mastering, to global distribution, radio promo tools (like Play MPE) and […]

Beyond 10,000 Hours Featuring: Lori Majewski

Katy Krassner interviews radio host/journalist Lori Majewski about getting her start in the industry and “Fierce Women in Music”. Lori describes the trajectory of her career and her hopes to inspire others to embark on musical journeys of their own. Meet Journalist/Sirius XM Host Lori Majewski Lori Majewski loves music. The journalist (check out her […]

American Songwriter 2025 Song Contest

Enter Your Song to Win American Songwriter’s 2025 Song Contest

Play MPE is proud to partner with American Songwriter’s 2025 Song Contest If you are a songwriter with a great song who is interested in winning A&R Mentorship, $10,000 USD (which could help fund your next album), International music promotion distribution, radio tracking, a brand-new guitar AND more… Make sure to enter your song into […]