Soundstripe

08/08/2025

🎬 How can the music industry level up its YouTube game?

Soundstripe’s own Angela Abbott dives deep with Synchtank into how artists, rights holders, and music companies can maximize revenue, visibility, and long-term value on YouTube — one of the most powerful platforms for music discovery and monetization.

💡 Key takeaways include:

🧠 How to approach music licensing on YouTube
🎵 The role of accessible, high-quality production music
✔️ How the music industry can adapt to the creator economy

Check it out 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q03B-ZBt0

We examine the platform's rising influence, music licensing hurdles, and its untapped potential to shape the creator economy's future.

08/04/2025

At Soundstripe, we’ve simplified music licensing for creators, freelancers, marketers, and creative teams of all sizes. Whether you’re publishing to social, streaming, or broadcast, our licenses cover every platform, with zero hassle.

🎵 Pre-cleared music
📝 One simple license
🚫 No legal guesswork
✅ Ready for any project

08/01/2025

We built Supe to make finding music as intuitive as working with a real music supervisor.

No more endless scrolling. No more keyword guesswork.

Supe understands creative direction, refines suggestions in real time, and helps you lock in the perfect vibe — even the weird, wonderfully specific ones.

BTW, if you need “everything’s falling apart but we’re staying optimistic” in song form, it’s Puppies! by Dresden, the Flamingo 🦩 Listen now 🎧 https://hubs.ly/Q03zQMht0

Smarter search. Better sound. Only at Soundstripe.

07/22/2025

🎶 Inside Soundstripe

Would Darth Vader strike the same fear without the thunder of the “Imperial March”? Could “Psycho” chill your spine without those shrieking strings? And would “Up” tug so hard at your heart without its bittersweet melody? Music can make or break a film.

So, we asked: What’s your favorite film score?

J.R. McNeely, Mix Engineer
🎰 “‘Ocean’s 11’ (2001). It’s gritty and full of impact at just the right moments. The absolute perfect musical backdrop for a classic heist film. LOVE this soundtrack!”

Micah Sannan, Co-Founder and Executive Advisor
🐆“‘We Bought a Zoo.’ It’s sporadic and emotional in the best way.”

Larry Rutledge, Platform Engineer
😱 “‘Godzilla Minus One.” It’s an incredible score that fits the non-benevolent nature of Godzilla in this version of the movie. It has the same tension built in that ‘Jaws’ does. But the problem is, anytime you ask, I’ll have a different list. So many good scores, so many good composers. It’s nearly impossible to nail down to just one.”

💗 Film scores don’t just accompany the story. They shape how we feel, what we remember, and the moments that live rent-free in our minds.

💬 Share your favorite film score in the comments.

07/15/2025

🎶 Inside Soundstripe

Today marks the 95th MLB ⭐ All-Star Game ⭐, so we're talking walk-up music (or walk-out if you’re a closer). Icons Chase Utley and Mike Piazza turned to classic rock guitar riffs to make a statement. “Welcome to the Jungle” got fans riled up for Randy Johnson and Mark McGwire. And some players turn to the unexpected. Remember when Troy Tulowitzki used “Party in the USA” as his walk-up song for the Rockies? The perfect walk-up song can create buzz for the player and ignite the crowd.

So, we asked: What would your walk-up song be?

Josh Johnson, Account Executive
🐂 “Bulls on Parade” by Rage Against The Machine. Gets right to the point, super simple but catchy guitar and bass riff. It would get the crowd hyped. Fade out during the WAH WAH guitar, and I'm hitting a home run every time.

Erik Matthijs, Rights Management Coordinator
🎸 “Sweetness” by Jimmy Eat World. High energy, memorable hook, with loud, cursive guitars. Definitely something to get people's attention when making an entrance.

🎤 Taylor Moore, Lifecycle Marketing Manager: Big Poppa by The Notorious B.I.G.

⚾ Akshay Narang, Software Engineer: Sports by Vi**ra Boys

We can practically hear the roar of the crowd as our team steps up to the plate!

💬 Drop your walk-up song in the comments, and let us know who you’re rooting for tonight. Are you team National League or team American League?

If you need some inspiration for your walk-up song (or just need to get pumped up), check out this playlist from Soundstripe: https://hubs.ly/Q03xjCQ80

07/07/2025

🎤 Inside Soundstripe

🎆 Here at Soundstripe, we didn’t stop at the 4th of July—we kept the summer vibes going and made it a four-day weekend with Lake Day! 🚣

So, we asked our employees: What do you listen to on the water for chill, laid-back vibes?

Sarah Eusebio, Customer Success Manager
🛥️ Growing up on the West Coast where AC is not easily found, means hitting the water any time the heat gets unbearable. As my dad's first mate and (more importantly) his DJ, I opt for intergenerational, timeless songs that you can't help but sing and dance to. A personal favorite is “Bang a Gong (Get It On)” by T. Rex—an irresistible, retro groove that feels fresh and nostalgic all at once. It's effortlessly fun and pairs perfectly with sunny days and open skies. ☀️

Ajay Laxman, Principal Product Manager
😎 “Better Together,” by Jack Johnson. I love that song because it delivers on the classic laid-back acoustic folk vibe for a great day to chill by the lake.

Lauren Kane Joyner, Content Marketing Manager
🏄 Anything Beach Boys. Pool parties and BBQs at our house always had a soundtrack of the Beach Boys, the Mamas and the Papas, the Zombies, and the like. “Sufin’ USA” is definitely one of my favorites. It takes me back to beach days with my family and endless summers.

What is your favorite song for a day on the water?

💬 Let us know in the comments! Happy summer! 🌅

06/30/2025

🎤 Inside Soundstripe: Stump Supe!

We asked our employees to play around with our new AI-powered search assistant, Supe. They used creative, detailed prompts, along with thoughtful follow-ups, to try to stump our digital music supervisor. Were they successful? Find out.

Shannon Suther, Creative Lead
🐈‍⬛ 🎹 Prompt: “I need a song that sounds like my cat got hold of a keyboard and decided to make an incredibly haunting track that could be used to evoke terror across species.”

Supe asked me follow-up questions like if I wanted something electronic or organic, and if I wanted it to be a slow build or constant chaos. I opted for a blend of organic and electronic sounds with constant chaos. The top track it served up was “Wicked Intent” by CJ-0, which fits the prompt pretty perfectly.”

Angela Abbott, Global Head of Music Partnerships
👄 ☕ Prompt: “I am working on an ad for an influencer who is promoting a beauty brand. I need lazy Sunday morning coffee house vibes with a subtle vocal. Since it's TikTok, I want something catchy that has a shot at taking off.”

After asking for more electronic tones & vocals, and refining how upbeat I wanted it to be, the song I chose, “Strawberry Sunday” by PALA, was not what I originally thought I wanted. Supe actually helped me re-create my prompt and changed my mind about what I wanted based on my interactions and listening to the music!

Devon Bennett, Data Analyst
🐕‍🦺 🔥 Prompt: “I want the musical equivalent of the ‘This is Fine’ dog meme—everything’s falling apart, but we’re staying optimistic.”

I followed up with more chaos and relentless optimism. I wanted to make it uncomfortably cheerful. Supe delivered the perfect song with “Puppies!” by Dresden, the Flamingo.

We got a ton of great prompts, like 🕺 “I need a song for my Bar Mitzvah video from the 1980s” and 📺 “Give me a song for a children’s TV show that won't annoy parents. Think 90s cartoon vibes like ‘DuckTails.’”

The most complex prompt, though? 🦃 “Music for when your vegan cousin is arguing with your uncle about politics at Thanksgiving, but you’re trying to keep filming your cooking tutorial.” 😬

Can you stump Supe? Try it today with the silliest request you can think of and share your prompts in the comments below! 💬

06/24/2025

🎬 You’ve got the vision. But finding the right soundtrack? That’s the struggle. You know what you want but you don’t know how to find it.

Enter Supe — your new AI-powered music search assistant. 🤖

📎 Not Clippy. Not hype. Just results.

Like an actual music supervisor, Supe understands real creative prompts like:

🎧 “Give me a moody trap vibe with cinematic flair.”
🎤 “Less synth, more soul vocals.”
🪩 “Something like Daft Punk meets Bollywood.”

No more endless scrolling. No more keyword guessing. Just a smart, dynamic conversation that helps you find the right track in minutes. Built for creators. Powered by real artists.

06/23/2025

🎤 Inside Soundstripe
We asked our employees: What's your go-to music for getting into deep focus mode? 🧠🎧

Virginia Brick, Licensing Concierge
🎵 My go-to is neo-soul and lo-fi hip hop—smooth, groove-heavy beats that reset my nervous system after the chaos of Nashville traffic and keep my head nodding. It's the perfect backdrop for locking in and getting things done without daily burnout.

Joey Rotella, Music Revenue Operations Manager
🎹 I'm definitely not alone in this answer, but my go-to artist for deep focus is Tycho. I gravitate towards instrumental tracks when working to avoid the inevitable distraction of singing along to my favorite songs. Tycho blends so many genres in an immersive way without being overwhelming; it's a soundtrack perfectly tuned for getting things done.

AJ Robertson, Engineer Manager
🧑‍💻 40hz Binaural Beats—I often need to dive deep into complex technical documentation and problem-solving without any distractions from lyrics or external noise. Binaural beats at 40hz help me get into that focused "zone" where I can tackle the most challenging technical issues with complete concentration.

💬 What do you listen to when you need to get stuff done? Share in the comments below! ⬇️

And if you need music to help you focus, we have a playlist for that!
Lo-Fi Hip Hop: https://hubs.ly/Q03t3R2S0
Acoustic Study: https://hubs.ly/Q03t3R0_0

06/19/2025

🚨Attention attendees 🚨 Change in plans! See the new time for CEO Jeff Perkins Industry Track deep-dive on “How to Choose Music That Doesn’t Suck (And Drives Results).”

🗓 Friday, June 20
⏰ 1:45 – 2:30 PM
📍 Room 304AB

Come early, snag a seat, and leave with playlists and insights you can put to work instantly. Tag a creator who needs a better soundtrack and drop a 🎧 if we’ll see you there!

06/18/2025

🎶 Creators, we’re bringing the 🎵 to !

Join our CEO, Jeff Perkins, for an Industry Track deep-dive on “How to Choose Music That Doesn’t Suck (And Drives Results).” Expect fresh tips on picking tracks that level-up retention, engagement, and ROI.

🗓 Thursday, June 19
⏰ 1:45 – 2:30 PM
📍 Room 304AB

Come early, snag a seat, and leave with playlists and insights you can put to work instantly. Tag a creator who needs a better soundtrack and drop a 🎧 in the comments if we’ll see you there!

06/16/2025

🎤 Inside Soundstripe

☀️ Summer is here, and the open road is calling, so we asked our employees: What is your favorite road trip song? 🚗 🎶

Larry Rutledge, Sr. Software Engineer
🛣️ "Send Me On My Way" by Rusted Root. It's playful, weird, and full of joy. A road trip is not about where you're going, just going. This captures that feeling in a quirky way. Great for long open stretches of highway.

Danielle Summers Taylor, Director of Employee Experience
🏞️ "Wild Montana Skies" by John Denver is my go-to road trip anthem—but specifically the duet version with Emmylou Harris. Something about their harmony feels like pure freedom. Windows down, volume up, endless highway ahead—it’s pure magic every time.

Allan Epelbaum, Account Executive
🏍️ “House of the Rising Sun” by The Animals. Something about the guitar riff on that song just makes you want to buy a motorcycle, you know?

What song makes you want to roll down the window and sing at the top of your lungs? 🧑‍🎤

Share in the comments! 💬

✨ Need a spark of inspiration? Soundstripe has meticulously curated playlists to fuel your summer road trips. 🕶️

Summer Drive: https://hubs.ly/Q03s69dK0
Young and Free: https://hubs.ly/Q03s6b7_0
Afternoon Drive: https://hubs.ly/Q03s69ZZ0