Hello, Tunedly fans. This is the Weekly Top Picks newsletter by Tunedly, your unique masked music discovery and favourite recording studio platform.

How time flies, doesn’t it? After a refreshing one-and-a-half-week break, the content team is back with our usual weekly newsletter. Let’s dive right in!

Before we start, a quote:

“The world will ask you who you are, and if you don’t know, the world will tell you.” – Carl Jung

WHAT’S TRENDING

Navigating the Tumult and Unraveling Contradictory Music Advice

If you have a friend or acquaintance who dreams of entering or is already involved in the music industry, it’s helpful to grasp the art of navigating the turbulent landscape and deciphering conflicting music advice in order to offer them support if needed. And if you’re a musician yourself, you’ve likely encountered contradictory guidance in the early stages and may appreciate a refresher on dealing with such situations.

This article provides practical insights into cultivating trust in your instincts and aligning your goals, empowering you to become a valuable companion on someone else’s musical journey or enabling you to effectively manage your own if you are involved in the music industry.

2023: TikTok Videos Ranked From Most to Least Popular

With tutorials on sound trimming gaining viral traction on TikTok, and a partnership between Kevin Mayer, Tom Staggs’ Candle Media, and TikTok, specifically targeting Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine to unearth underrepresented independent authors and literary content from the #BookTok community, we present you with an article showcasing TikTok videos today.

And don’t worry, we won’t discuss the music industry’s concerns over a potential TikTok shutdown; this content is meant to be relaxing. So sit back, enjoy, and dive into the world of TikTok videos!

Crypto’s Best Blockchain Music Projects

“Much has been written about the huge potential for disruption blockchain presents to the music industry. On its face it looks like a sure bet – music is digital and delivered over the internet, streams and sales are tracked and recorded, there’s mountains of user data – and who doesn’t like music? So there must be some way to plug blockchain into that and make money right? Well… maybe.”

Hackers siege Troye Sivan’s Twitter, promising album and hocking cryptocurrency

“Since the brave new world of Twitter Blue has done nothing but cripple the already-unstable state of veracity online, it’s time for some fact-checking: yes, Troye Sivan has a new album coming out, but no, he is not affiliated with or touting a new cryptocurrency called $TROYE.”

LIGHTENING THINGS UP

Prepare to be amazed by the incredible facts of this week! (PS: Karl is still accepting new clients!)

Did you know?

1. August is known for hosting several renowned music festivals around the world, such as Lollapalooza in Chicago, Illinois, and Sziget Festival in Budapest, Hungary, offering music enthusiasts a diverse range of live performances and memorable experiences.

2. Notable music releases often occur in August, as artists and record labels strategically choose this month to launch new albums or singles, aiming to capture the attention of listeners during the summer season.

3. August 12th is celebrated as International Youth Day, and music plays a significant role in empowering and inspiring young individuals. Many music programs and initiatives are organized during this month to encourage young talents and provide platforms for their artistic expression.

We’ve reached the end. Be safe and have a music-filled week!