“Why I’m Doing This,” by Milana Rabkin, Co-Founder & CEO of Stem

When I told my very Russian immigrant parents that I wanted to go to film school, they told me that it sounded like a good hobby, but not a viable career option. I couldn’t accept that, so I had to con them into letting…

Music Publishing 101

Understanding music publishing can be daunting; between the different types of licenses, royalty rates and deals an artist can enter, it is sometimes difficult to know where to start.

In this post, we’ll break down the basics of music publishing to help creators…

Unlocked: Ratking Embodies the Importance of Authenticity and Practice

In the first installment of Unlocked, we trace the success of Harlem-based rap trio, Ratking and discuss the success of ‘700 Fill’ with former BitTorrent Chief Content Officer, Matt Mason as well as the…

10 Things To Do After Making Your Music Available Online

There’s no handbook to being an artist.

What’s right for one may not be right for the other, especially when it comes to release and marketing strategies. More so, there isn’t a checklist that tells…

Why Our Product is Straightforward

By Jovin Cronin-Wilesmith, Stem Co-Founder & Design Director

Hi, we’re Stem.

Imagine a world where you, as a creator, can consistently get paid for your work with clarity. For each song you write, recording you make, and video you film, it is simple to understand and collect the money you’ve earned.

Why Stem?

by Tim Luckow, Co-Founder & COO of Stem

Being creative and collaborating with people isn’t difficult, yet making a living as a musician tends to be very complicated. I’ve been playing bass and working in the music industry since high school, consistently…

Content ID 101: A Creator’s Guide to Making Money on YouTube

Your content is making money on YouTube, but are you getting paid in full?

Content ID is YouTube’s fingerprinting system that allows creators to easily identify and manage their content. With it, you…

Understanding Your Release Strategy with Kiran Gandhi

The Dos and Don’ts of Promoting Your Music on YouTube

YouTube can be a huge asset to any creator’s music career.