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Texas Songwriter U Is Accepting Submissions : Here’s How to Apply (Deadline Nov 1)
If you’re a songwriter with any kind of tie to the Lone Star State, stop what you’re doing and pay attention. The window just flew open for one of the most career-changing opportunities an independent artist can get. As of July 1, 2026, Texas Songwriter U (TxSU) has officially started accepting submissions for Season 12.…
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The 2026 ISSA Awards Are Coming to Atlanta : Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’ve been following the independent music scene lately, you know that the energy is shifting. It’s no longer just about the major labels and the massive stadium tours; the heart of the industry is beating in the independent spaces where artists are building their own lanes. And this August, one of the biggest celebrations…
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How the July 2026 Heat Wave Is Affecting Local Events in Philly, NJ, Maryland & Delaware
The first week of July is usually the peak of the summer event season across the Tri-state area and nearby Delaware. Between Independence Day celebrations, outdoor festivals, and the high-energy fan zones for international sports, the streets of Philadelphia, New Jersey, Maryland, and Delaware are typically packed. However, 2026 has brought a brutal reality to…
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How to Actually Get Paid for Your Music: A Simple Guide to SoundExchange
You’re putting in the work. You’re in the studio until 3 AM, you’re hitting up every open mic, and you finally got your track spinning on a station like Power JDM FM. But then the question hits: Are you actually getting paid for that play? If you’re like most independent artists, you probably registered with…
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Looking For the Best R&B Radio Online? Here Are 10 Things You Should Know About the 2026 Urban Music Scene
If you’ve been searching for the best r&b radio online, you’ve probably noticed that things look a little different in 2026. The days of just letting a random shuffle take over your afternoon are fading. Listeners are craving something deeper: a vibe that actually feels human. At Power JDM FM, we live and breathe this…
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The Press Release Is Dead: Why Lyric Breakdown Creators Run Hip Hop Marketing in 2026
Source: Power JDM FM Studio Visuals If you’re an independent artist in 2026 still waiting for a blog to pick up your "official press release," I’ve got some tough love for you: that PDF is currently sitting in a digital graveyard. The game has changed. While the old guard was busy arguing about editorial playlists,…