Ziddi Blog
Stories, insights, and guides for India's indie music community. Explore artist interviews, music reviews, industry news, and tips for independent musicians building their careers.
Ye (Kanye West) Confirms First India Concert for May 2026
Kanye West will perform his first concert in India on May 23, 2026. The event,…
World Jazz Festival 2026 Kicks Off 5-City India Tour
The World Jazz Festival returns to India for its sixth edition this April. Organized by…
Tip of the Day: Don’t Skip YouTube Content ID
Turn every use into revenue If your music is on YouTube, it’s likely being used…
Tip of the Day: Own Your Audience, Don’t Rely Only on Algorithms
Why direct fan connection matters for artists Social media is great for discovery, but it’s…
Northeast Guitarist Imnainla Jamir Signs Global Deal With Ibanez
Guitarist Imnainla Jamir from Nagaland has signed a global endorsement deal with leading guitar brand…
Coke Studio Bharat Continues Blending Indie + Folk at Scale
Coke Studio Bharat continues to expand its footprint in India by blending independent music with…
Tip of the Day: Stay Consistent, Not Perfect
Why consistency matters more than perfection Waiting for the “perfect” release can slow you down…
Tip of the Day: Register Your Songs with a PRO
Why PRO registration is important for artists If your music is being played in public,…
Hungama Music’s Shutdown Continues to Reshape India’s Streaming Landscape
Even after its decline and reduced relevance in recent years, the shutdown and scaling back…
Tip of the Day: Tell the Story Behind Your Song
Why storytelling drives engagement A good song grabs attention, but a story makes people stay.…
India Is Now Seen as Both a Talent Source and a Major Fan Market
India is increasingly being recognized not just as a large audience base, but also as…
Festivals Face Increasing Environmental Oversight
India’s live music boom is now facing a new layer of scrutiny as environmental concerns…
Are Global Labels Replacing India’s Indie Ecosystem, Or Fueling It?
Over the past few years, global music companies have been expanding aggressively into India. From…
Tip of the Day: Collaborate to Grow Your Audience
Build together, grow together One of the most organic ways to grow as an indie…
Tip of the Day: Pitch Early on Spotify for Better Playlist Chances
Why timing matters If you’re releasing music on Spotify for Artists, don’t wait till the…