Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. As December arrives, it seems as if every platform in the ...

The element of discovery is at the core of SoundCloud’s fundamental appeal. That's been the case since it launched in 2007. The Berlin-founded company has maintained its relevance by embracing a ...

From Fetty Wap to Lil Uzi Vert to Playboi Carti, Boardroom breaks down how the platform paved the way for low-cost distributors and continues to support performers today. But according to Fetty Wap, ...

SoundCloud is partnering with elasticStage to allow artists to sell vinyl with no upfront cost and no minimum order requirement. Artist Pro users can join a waitlist now to secure their capabilities ...

A lot of music streaming services and discovery apps have followed a formula for introducing new artists and songs to their users: an AI-powered vertical feed that highlights clips of songs.

Earlier this year, several hugely popular rappers — Lil Nas X, Lil Yachty, and Kid Laroi — each took to SoundCloud to release exclusive tracks that can only be listened to on the streaming platform.

Khamosh Pathak is a freelance tech journalist with over 13 years of experience writing online. An accounting graduate, he turned his interest in writing and technology into a career. He holds a ...