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Artists shouldn’t create for awards. But when awards come, they signal something important. The Grammys still reflect moments when music cuts through culture — not because it chased trends, but because it stayed intentional.

Fans on social media are calling the pricing “diabolical” or “insane,” and many are questioning whether live music — once a cultural staple — has become unaffordable for the everyday fan. So what’s really happening with ticket pricing in 2026 — and what does it mean for creative culture?

In 2026, there are two very different paths artists and creators are navigating: Getting paid by platforms Getting paid through platforms you own Let’s break down the truth behind both.

Instrumentals Let the Listener Bring Themselves to the Music Instrumental music creates space. Without lyrics guiding emotion, the listener fills in the meaning

Most artists don’t fail because they lack talent. They fail because they never learned the business of being an artist — and by the time they realize it, the damage is already done. This industry doesn’t warn you. It doesn’t slow you down. It doesn’t explain the rules before you play. It just lets you learn the hard way.

There’s a popular narrative right now: “Artists don’t need A&R anymore. We can do everything ourselves.” And while independence is powerful, here’s the truth most people won’t say out loud: A&R didn’t die. Honest artist development did. What we’re seeing isn’t freedom — it’s fragmentation. Artists skipping steps. Music without identity. Projects without direction. Let’s talk about it. 1. Real Artist Development Is a Process, Not a Shortcut A&R was never about control — it was

Every artist wants visibility — but very few ever stop to question what it costs. Not money. Not time. Not effort. But control.

A producer’s reflection on vision, collaboration, and creating timeless holiday music. When October rolled in, Poeticlee felt a pull — not toward rushing another release, but toward creating something timeless , something that would last far beyond the season. That spark became A Poetic RNB Christmas , the debut album from the Poetic RNB music agency , a project designed to end 2025 with intention and introduce the sound that will define Poetic RNB’s releases heading into 202

Most creators are told the same story: “Go to Patreon. Build your community there. Let the platform handle the rest.” And for a while, that made sense. I understand why people go that route it’s simple, it’s familiar, and it feels like the “right” way to launch something with structure. But truthfully? Patreon will always make you build your dream in somebody else’s house. And Poetic RNB was never meant to be confined to someone else’s blueprint. We’re going our own way — be