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Today, let’s talk about the Society for Musical Performing and Mechanical Reproduction Rights. The what? Exactly: GEMA—more long-windedly, Germany’s collecting society for composers, lyricists, and music publishers. There are quite a few important things here that could be relevant to you as an artist. For example: when it’s worth becoming a GEMA member as a […]
The music industry follows rules that we as listeners or musicians sometimes don’t understand. Somehow, it seems like only artists get a chance if they either have a big deal or a community so huge that the hype takes care of the rest. But how often does that really happen? In most cases, it’s extremely […]
Success in the music industry often sounds like talent, timing, and that one moment that changes everything. In reality, it comes about far less spectacularly—and far more consistently: through decisions that feel like work. In weeks where you’re planning releases while also trying to get your life in order. In questions like: What’s my next […]
This is a guest post by cultural entrepreneur Julia Gröschel. She has already supported artists in securing €236,018.30 in funding for 18 artists and shares practical tips here for your application to Initiative Musik. Initiative Musik Application: How to Start Without Application Frustration If you’ve ever stumbled upon the Initiative Musik website and thought: “Wow […]
Not all streaming is created equal. Between algorithmic recommendation engines, mass consumption, and background noise, many artists are increasingly looking for platforms that treat music as art again – and compensate it accordingly. For years, Qobuz has positioned itself as a Hi-Res streaming service with editorial curation and a paying community. recordJet has been supplying […]
Our Artist of the Month for April is the incredible Charlotte Colace. And you don’t really have to look far for her in Berlin – you just have to stand in a club where she’s performing. Because Charlotte has that kind of stage presence where it’s immediately clear: this isn’t just “nice,” it’s real. Warm, […]
Success in the music industry often sounds like glitter, charts, and a handful of lucky breaks. In reality, it happens much more quietly: between two messages you don’t dare to send. On nights when you discard the third version of a song—not because it’s bad, but because you’re wavering. In decisions no one sees: Do […]
“In our ‘Future Music’ section, we take a look at trends, developments and forecasts that could shape the music industry of tomorrow—or already are. In this article, we look at the interplay between streaming and familiar formats like CDs or cassettes: “new meets old.”” In short: Streaming remains the most important channel for reach and […]
If you want to be successful as an independent artist today, good sound alone isn’t enough. You don’t just have to write and produce your music; you also need to understand how rights, income, and partners work in the music industry. One question keeps coming up: Do I need a music publisher? To clear things […]
The Reeperbahn Festival (September 17–20, 2025) in Hamburg is one of the largest and most important events in the international music scene. This is where the industry meets, where acts from all over the world play – and of course, many recordJet artists will be live on stage again this year. We’re bringing you the […]
Even though we have already arrived in 2026, we would like to take a moment to look back. Because 2025 was a very special year for many of our artists – full of milestones, chart placements, awards and joint successes. As an independent music distributor, it is particularly important to us to support artists in […]
Sometimes an artist comes along whose music isn’t just something you hear — it’s something you see. Fiona Fiasco is exactly that kind of artist. With her debut EP Blue Rider, Blue Faced, she opens the door to a world that feels both ancient and modern at the same time. Rooted in the Swiss Alps, […]
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