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The Most-Subscribed and Most-Viewed YouTube Channels in 2023

Want to know what the most-subscribed and -viewed YouTube channels are? Check out our list of the most popular and watched channels on the platform in 2023.

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Why You Should Go Beyond Royalty-Free Music For Your Business

Want to find a simple, safe music license for your business? Epidemic Sound’s got you covered. Learn how to take your enterprise beyond royalty-free and keep your content safe.

The Sound of Gamers

The Sound of Gamers: Music Trends in Gaming Content

The role of music in gaming content on YouTube is critical – learn which trends and genres are making waves with content creators in this report.

The Future of the Creator Economy Report 2023

The Future of the Creator Economy Report 2023

Trends in Earnings, Monetization, Music and AI in the Creator Economy

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7 Things an Attorney Recommends Brands to Consider When Using Music in Content

If you think using music in branded content is confusing, you’re not alone – it can be. We chatted to a legal expert to explain best practices and find the right solutions for you.

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Digital Marketing Trends 2023: What’s New for Professional Content Creators?

Which digital marketing trends are popping off in 2023? What’s the newest, latest, emerging trend for creators to jump on? Let’s take a look.

7 Tips on How to Build a Successful Studio Career 2023

7 Tips on How to Build a Successful Studio Career 2023

Working in a studio is not just one job; it’s a combination of many jobs with clear recognition at every step. Here are some great tips on building a successful studio career and achieving your music studio goals.

How the Soundtrack Will Make Or Break Your Content

How the Soundtrack Will Make Or Break Your Content

Music is one of life’s greatest joys. It soundtracks big-budget movies, video games, TV commercials, social media videos, digital ads… music is everywhere and everything, but what role does it play in content creation? Spoiler alert: bad music kills good video.

Faces of Epidemic Sound: Martina Levin

Faces of Epidemic Sound: Martina Levin

Epidemic Sound’s Fullstack Software Engineer, Martina Levin, fills in the blanks in this edition of 'Faces of Epidemic Sound,' where you'll get to know the people behind Epidemic Sound.

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4 TikTok Makeup Hacks to Try Today

Need help finding TikTok makeup hacks, or perhaps want to create your own? Check out these 4 TikTok makeup hacks for a little inspiration.

How to avoid video editing mistakes

10 Video Editing Mistakes to Avoid

Video editing is an essential step in your content creation journey. Here are the 10 video editing mistakes you should try to avoid.

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4 TikTok Food Hacks to Try Today

TikTok food hacks are great. They can be useful, insightful, or sometimes just silly – users eat them up. If you’re looking for a little inspiration when trying TikTok food hacks for your own content, here are four of the best.

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4 TikTok Life Hacks to Try Today

TikTok life hacks are part of what keeps people coming back to the app. They can be insightful, helpful or just downright silly, but users search for them for a reason. If you're a creator, check out these 4 TikTok life hacks for a little inspiration for your own content.

TikTok Minecraft hacks

5 TikTok Minecraft Hacks to Try Today

TikTok Minecraft hacks are a fun way to create inspiring content, go viral and, perhaps most importantly, keep those pesky Creepers at bay. Check out these 5 TikTok hacks in Minecraft for a little inspo.

Community Challenge

Win Big With the Epidemic Sound Community Challenge

Enter our Community challenge for the chance to win a Sony ZV-E10, an annual MasterClass membership, a free Epidemic Sound subscription and more.

Here’s How barre3 Nails Workout Music in 2022

If you’re looking for workout music in 2022, you can’t just use any old tunes. You need to motivate. Inspire. Give people a reason to get out of bed and start sweating! Fitness company barre3 does just that – here’s how.

Try These 4 TikTok Hacks to Gain Followers

Try These 4 TikTok Hacks to Gain Followers

There are tons of TikTok hacks you can use to create content, capture trends, and gain new followers. Here are four you can try today!

Top 5 Video Editing Sound Effects You Should Try

Top 5 Video Editing Sound Effects You Should Try

Sound effects make content better – they add an extra dimension you can’t get from raw audio. Read on to discover five of the best sound effects, and how you can use them to improve your content!

Epidemic Sound Music Writing Camp for Women & Non-Binary Music Creators

Epidemic Sound Music Writing Camp for Women & Non-Binary Music Creators

Epidemic Sound believes women and non-binary people must be present in every room. That’s why we’ve hosted a songwriting camp for 11 of our female and non-binary music creators.

Getting Paid to Travel: Your 101 Guide

Getting Paid to Travel: Your 101 Guide

Ever dreamt of getting paid to travel the world? That dream could become reality. If you love content creation and want to get paid to travel, check out these 15 tips.

The 5 Best YouTubers to Help Grow Your YouTube Channel

The 5 Best YouTubers to Help Grow Your YouTube Channel

The road to success on YouTube can be bumpy. The best YouTube channels have gotten to the top by honing their craft, working smart, and focusing on the value they can provide.

Forces For Nature: Planet Earth Seen Through a Creator’s Lens

Forces For Nature: Planet Earth Seen Through a Creator’s Lens

What would we see if we viewed life through the lens of five content creators who have dedicated their lives to documenting the conservation of our planet? Read on and find out.

Sound of 2021: Our Most Downloaded Music & Sounds of the Year

Sound of 2021: Our Most Downloaded Music & Sounds of the Year

Epidemic Sound’s tracks are used by millions of the internet’s storytellers. Here are the top sounds our creative community chose to soundtrack their content during 2021.

Potato Jet on How to Be a Successful Videographer

Potato Jet on How to Be a Successful Videographer

We talked to content creator Potato Jet about what makes a successful videographer freelancer, his favorite gear, and his best tips on how to grow a big following on YouTube. Let’s hear what he had to say about it!

Faces of Epidemic Sound: Oscar Höglund

Faces of Epidemic Sound: Oscar Höglund

Epidemic Sound CEO Oscar Höglund fills in the blanks in the first edition of 'Faces of Epidemic Sound,' where you'll get to know the people behind Epidemic Sound.