Epidemic Sound

Congratulations to Epidemic Sound electronic artist Elena Persaud (The Yard Woman) who's just been recognized as one of Youth Music’s Ones To Watch 2026 🎶🎉 The list spotlights the top emerging artists tipped for success in 2026, and it marks continued acclaim for The Yard Woman who won Tomorrowland’s 2024 DJ competition, and was nominated for Youth Music’s Music Producer Award 2025 🔥 On the recognition, The Yard Woman said: “I’m so happy to be included in the Ones To Watch list for 2026. Learning from a legend like Richie Hawtin over the past 18 months has been incredible. It’s been exciting to see my music reaching audiences online through the Epidemic Sound platform, and to collaborate more closely with the fashion industry, creating custom tracks for runways. I’m really enjoying the process right now – writing music that feels cinematic and picture-driven has been especially rewarding.” Read more here 👇 https://lnkd.in/d59ma9AY

Is sound the strategic advantage you’re missing? Sign up to our second webinar and discover why investing in a sonic identity is more important than ever, with experts from Epidemic Sound, Ipsos, and Barilla Group. Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/gKqRmVVk

Discovering the right sound is now even easier – introducing Epidemic Sound’s newly promoted soundtracking Assistant 🚀 Assistant, our AI-powered creative collaborator, just got even better at helping creators and brands discover the perfect audio, explore multiple creative directions, and find inspiration along the way. In this latest version, we’ve added: ⁃ Prompt examples to guide the start of the soundtracking process ⁃ A track mini player to easily assess audio and make fast soundtracking choices ⁃ ‘Find Similar’ technology to instantly discover tracks with a similar vibe ⁃ Search history to save time by re-using previous searches and prompts Read more here 👇 https://lnkd.in/dAiPTU6T

Are you treating sound as an afterthought? Without a sonic identity, it’s easy to choose sound based on trends or personal preference. But you risk sounding inconsistent, off-putting, or just like everyone else. In our next webinar, join Jesper Staffas and Paula J Wieselgren (Belthe) (Epidemic Sound), Adam Sheridan (Ipsos), and Jakob Edman (Barilla Group), and discover how you can use sound to make your brand truly unforgettable. You’ll learn: – How effective audio can be for branding – How to craft a sonic identity rooted in your brand – Practical lessons from Wasa's sonic branding journey Tune in to Sonic branding: How to turn sound into your biggest brand asset Streaming February 3, 10:00 - 10:45 AM (ET) // 4:00 - 4:45 (CET) Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/gKqRmVVk

From AI and artists becoming allies, to music fans becoming co-creators, the music industry is evolving at lightning speed. 🎶 Our CEO, Oscar Höglund, recently shared his predictions for the future of music in 2026 in his first article for Rolling Stone. A must-read for anyone passionate about the creative industries and what's next. Check it out! 👇

Last week, we brought the beat to 1 Billion Followers Summit! 🔥 The summit is the world's largest gathering of top creators and the platforms that power the creator economy. Here are the highlights: 🎤 Fireside Chat: Why Sound is the Secret to Better Video Our Co-founder & CEO, Oscar Höglund, and Asad Awais of Street Interviews® dove into why mastering sound is the secret to creating standout content. 🎤 Panel: Don't Let AI Crush Your Hopes and Dreams Oscar joined creator economy trailblazers Delia Lazarescu, Zach Ferraro, and Paul Robert Cary 🔜 1Billion Followers Summit Dubai to discuss how human creators can thrive in the age of AI. 🎤 Panel: What Happens After You "Make It"? The Creator Evolution Our Head of Strategic Creator Initiatives, Gracie Schram, led a candid conversation with leading creators Oli White (2.5M+ subscribers) and My Nguyen (2.5M+ subscribers) about the evolution required to build a lasting career after viral success. From our sessions, here are five key takeaways for creators looking to thrive: 👉 Use music as a storytelling tool: treat music as a core ingredient to drive emotion and retention, not an afterthought. 👉 Leverage AI as a creative assistant: automate the grind of finding and placing music, freeing you to focus on the human vision and taste. 👉 Make cleared rights non-negotiable: protect your content from takedowns and unlock future monetization by using properly licensed music from day one. 👉 Lean into your unique human touch: as the barriers to create content is lowered, your authenticity is what will stand out. 👉 Expand beyond platforms: Grow from content creator to media empire by owning your IP, scaling beyond platforms, and future-proofing your content with the right music license. We wrapped up the summit by hosting an exclusive event with Allison Yazdian, Rob Balasabas, and the Uscreen team, bringing together 40+ top creators and industry leaders. A huge thanks to everyone who made it an unforgettable evening, and a final shout-out to Jim Louderback for putting together such an insightful and impactful program!❤️🔥

AI is rapidly reshaping the creative industries, and we're at the forefront of that change. Last week, our CPO Sam Hall took the stage at the Variety Entertainment Summit CES to explain how our AI-powered tools are removing technical barriers for creators and brands and making the creative process more efficient. Hear his insights in the video below 👇

Most brands invest heavily in their visual identity. But evidence shows sound makes it easier for customers to recognize, remember, and connect emotionally with your brand. As more platforms and content compete for your audience's attention, a scalable sonic identity can make your brand instantly recognizable across any touchpoint. Jesper Staffas and Paula J Wieselgren (Belthe) (Epidemic Sound), Adam Sheridan (Ipsos), and Jakob Edman (Barilla International) know why having a strategic sonic identity now matters more than ever. In our next webinar, they'll walk you through exactly how powerful audio can be, how to find your brand's unique sound, and the process of scaling a sonic identity. Tune in to our webinar Sonic branding: How to turn sound into your biggest brand asset Streaming February 3, 10:00 - 10:45 AM (ET) // 4:00 - 4:45 (CET) Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/gKqRmVVk

Brands spend seconds fighting for attention on social, and still overlook one of their most powerful assets: sound. Music and sonic cues do more than just supporting storytelling. They shape perception, build trust, and dramatically improve performance. In fact, sonic branding assets outperform visual-only assets by a wide margin. In this article, we break down the research, psychology, and real-world results behind why sound should be baked into your brand strategy from day one. Read the full post via the link in the comments.

We’re delighted to partner with Blackbird plc and elevate.io to power its collaborative video editor with world class music and sound effects via the Epidemic Sound API 🎶🎥 Epidemic Sound’s music and sound effects will be integrated directly into elevate.io’s online video editing platform, giving users instant access to world class music for their content, without copyright worries. Here’s what Blackbird Executive Chair, Ian McDonough, had to say about the partnership: “Industry analysts forecast the collaborative video editing market will reach $4.5 billion by 2029. elevate.io aims to lead this category by bringing world class video creation tools to our customers within a single, seamless experience. Every creator knows that music not only embellishes their stories, it completes them. Partnering with Epidemic Sound to provide an integrated, fluid experience not only enhances elevate.io's value proposition for its users, but enables them to create, iterate and deliver professional videos while never breaking their creative flow. This partnership is also an early validation of our unique approach to collaborative video editing by the industry’s leading music and soundtrack service for creators and brands.” Read the full story here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dP3Wzagg