The power of playlisting noun: a curated list of songs or audio tracks compiled to be played on a radio station or a digital music platform. Also: a similar list used for organizing a personal digital music collection. Playlisting is something a lot of artists are exploring right now to promote music, so I thought […]
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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 […]
“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: 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 […]
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 […]
Over the years, local Australian artists have gained worldwide recognition in a variety of genres, including Australian rock, dance, and country music. The success of Aussie musicians like Flume, Methyl Ethel, and others has fuelled the demand for international exposure among local acts. However, global domination is not exclusive to major labels, especially due to […]
Radio Servicing: The commercial radio industry is not very friendly to independent musicians. Given the industry’s preference for popular artists and the ever-growing list of new music, emerging artists in Australia face an uphill task in getting airplay. Play MPE’s Caster helps Aussie artists connect with verified music industry contacts. The tool helps artists build […]
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 […]
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 […]
Should I Stay or Should I Go When you’re launching your music career, one of the first things you need to do is get on social media. This is not news to anyone who is reading this. Social media is just another part of the job now – making sure you’re accessible to people via […]