The music industry has never had fewer gatekeepers. Independent artists are increasingly releasing music without traditional label deals, while established acts have more options for retaining ownership and control over their recordings. In 2025, more than a third of artists who generated at least $10,000 in Spotify royalties were DIY artists — meaning they self-released […]
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