Olha Yezerska

Getting your music online across major streaming platforms is one of the most important steps in building your audience and earning revenue as an artist today. But each platform has its own rules and pathways, and many don’t let artists upload directly without a distributor. This guide walks you through how to prepare, how to upload, and how to deliver music to the most popular platforms: Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, and Deezer.

With the rise of independent music scenes across Southeast Asia, more artists are taking charge of how their music gets released, distributed, and monetized. Yet, despite the accessibility of digital distribution, many myths persist that can cost artists time, money, rights, and growth opportunities.

Beauty and fashion YouTube in 2026 looks very different from what it was even five years ago. Tutorials alone are no longer enough. Want to turn content into long-term businesses? You need authority, personality, strong formats, and diversified monetization.