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At Epidemic Sound, we are proud to be at the forefront of the creator economy, providing valuable insights and tools that can help content creators maximize their potential earnings and succeed in this rapidly evolving industry. Our report highlights the trends driving this dynamic sector and how content creators adapt to take full advantage of these opportunities. We believe that providing valuable insights can help content creators thrive in this dynamic industry.
Oscar Höglund, CEO of Epidemic Sound
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Epidemic Sound and Changers Hub’s mentorship program puts spark into career opportunities for young tech professionals

· In September, 2024, Epidemic Sound launched a mentorship program in collaboration with Changers Hub, an innovation centre which is on a mission to democratize success for young adults  · The mentorship program was introduced to boost equality of opportunity and career development for young tech professionals · The participants work in product, technology, or engineering roles, and received hands-on career development advice from professionals at Epidemic Sound Stockholm, Sweden – Epidemic Sound , the soundtracking platform for content creation, has

Legendary Guitarist, Songwriter, and Producer Johnny Marr Partners with Epidemic Sound to Mentor the Next Generation of Artists

Three emerging Epidemic Sound artists will receive mentorship from Johnny Marr, including career guidance, songwriting feedback, and musicianship development Stockholm, Sweden, November 21, 2024 – Today, Epidemic Sound  announced a partnership with legendary guitarist, songwriter, and producer Johnny Marr. Starting in Q1 2025, Marr will mentor three emerging Epidemic Sound artists, providing invaluable guidance on career development, artistic growth, and release strategies within the evolving music industry landscape. Marr, renowned for his innovative

Jordin Sparks Continues Successful Partnership with Epidemic Sound, Releasing Second Holiday EP "Joy”

· Today, multi-platinum recording artist Jordin Sparks, in partnership with Epidemic Sound, announce the release of her second holiday EP “Joy,” featuring four classic Christmas covers · The EP includes Jordin's unique performances of beloved holiday favorites "Deck the Halls," "Joy to the World," "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel,” and "What Child Is This?" · Building on the success of their previous collaboration, "The Gift of Christmas," Jordin and Epidemic Sound continue to captivate audiences worldwide with their heartfelt and soulful approach to holiday music Stockholm, Sweden –

Epidemic Sound recognized by the Financial Times as one of Europe’s Long-Term Growth Champions 2025

· Epidemic Sound placed 7th in the IT & Software category, and ranks 37th overall out of 300 selected European companies · Europe's Long-Term Growth Champions 2025 is a ranking that highlights the top 300 companies in Europe that have achieved the highest percentage growth in revenues between 2013 and 2023 · Recognition marks continued rapid growth for the profitable Swedish company and follows its recent certification as a Great Place to Work for the second consecutive year  Stockholm, Sweden – Today, Epidemic Sound, the soundtracking platform for content creation, has been

Epidemic Sound and Take More Photos Launch Immersive Exhibition ‘Culture Vanguards’ Celebrating UK Creative Visionaries at Outernet London

· Today, the exhibition 'Culture Vanguards' launches at the Outernet London, fusing sound, music, video, and photography to create a truly immersive experience · 'Culture Vanguards' brings to life the stories of four visionaries who have made an exceptional impact across the creative fields of fashion, music, film & photography, and art & design · Iconic central London location, Outernet – the most visited cultural attraction in the UK and boasting giant immersive screens, the most advanced in the world – provides the perfect space to bring a free experience to visitors London,

Epidemic Sound expands within the podcast industry - now soundtracking Acast, Unwell Network, Realm, Audio Chuck, Pocket FM, and T Brand Studio

· Epidemic Sound continues to soundtrack the world’s most popular podcasts, with podcast companies Acast, Unwell Network, Realm, Audio Chuck, Pocket FM, and T Brand Studio by The New York Times using the platform to amplify content with music and sound · By partnering with Epidemic Sound, the podcast companies empower creators to elevate their content with great music and sound effects, with the added value of being able to publish across any channel globally without legal risk  · The world’s biggest podcasts such as “Hot Mess”, “The Diary of a CEO”, and “The Criminal Makeup” now

Epidemic Sound announces intention to enter a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for employees in Sweden

Stockholm, September 23, 2024 - Epidemic Sound, the Swedish-founded soundtracking platform for content creation,  has announced today its intention to enter a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with Swedish labor unions Unionen and Sveriges Ingenjörer. CEO and co-founder Oscar Höglund said:“Epidemic Sound is now 15 years old. I’m proud that over that time, we’ve grown the company around a core set of great values, created a unique workplace culture, and offered a competitive employment package to attract and retain the best talent from across Sweden and the world. We’re now at the

Epidemic Sound appoints Lisa Appleyard as Vice President of Communications

· Lisa Appleyard brings over 25 years' experience as a communications leader  · Appleyard formerly held the position as Director of Internal Communications at Epidemic Sound, and will begin the new role of VP of Communications starting September 2, 2024 · Appleyard is set to further amplify the company’s brand reputation and awareness, and strategic direction and positioning as the company continues to expand globally Stockholm, Sweden – Epidemic Sound, the soundtracking platform for content creation, today announced it has appointed Lisa Appleyard as Vice President of

Space Ape Games adds Epidemic Sound tracks to its popular music game, Beatstar

· Beatstar has 70 million players worldwide and sees players tap and swipe to a track’s instruments, vocals, or beats · Tracks by Loving Caliber, dasloe feat. Adelyn Paik, and Alphascan, are now included alongside the likes of Billie Eilish, Post Malone, and The Weeknd · More tracks from Epidemic Sound artists are planned to be added to Beatstar later this year Stockholm, Sweden – Epidemic Sound, the soundtracking platform for content creation, has today announced that Space Ape Games has chosen music by its artists to feature in the popular mobile music game, Beatstar. The game,

Epidemic Sound expands within the fashion industry - now soundtracking global brands Under Armour, Eton, RevolutionRace, Axel Arigato, Vagabond Shoemakers, Boozt, and J.Lindeberg among others

· Epidemic Sound cements its position as the soundtrack of the fashion industry with global brands Under Armour, Eton, RevolutionRace, Axel Arigato, Vagabond Shoemakers, Boozt, and J.Lindeberg using the platform to amplify content with music  · Brands can use Epidemic Sound music in content, and publish across any channel globally, without legal risks · Meanwhile, the brands are empowering artists to reach new audiences and grow their following Stockholm, Sweden – Epidemic Sound , the soundtracking platform for content creation, expands within the

Aphmau initiates musical partnership with Loving Caliber for the final season of the show My Street

· Epidemic Sound artists, the Swedish pop trio Loving Caliber, and gaming creator Aphmau collaborate to soundtrack the final season of Aphmau’s show, My Street  · Aphmau’s use of Loving Caliber’s song “Faster Car” in June 2017, created a viral hit, amassing over 100 million streams across platforms to date  · This listener demand prompted Epidemic Sound to begin distributing all its tracks to music streaming platforms and introduce an industry-leading 50/50 royalty split with artists Los Angeles, California – Loving Caliber and Aphmau announced the final season of Aphmau’s show, My

Katori Walker’s “Himothy” is trending on YouTube – lifting streams 1600% and whole catalog with it

· On June 2, 2024, British YouTubers The Sidemen launched “Inside”, their own reality show on YouTube, becoming an instant success with 40 million views to date · Epidemic Sound artist Katori Walker’s song “Himothy” has been used throughout the series, leading to a 1600% week-on-week increase in streams of the track   · Sidemen’s “Inside” is powering viral music artist discovery and showcases the distribution power of content creators in today’s music industry Stockholm, Sweden – On June 2, 2024, the British YouTube group The Sidemen  launched

Epidemic Sound announces label debut album from Nyck Caution, label debut EP’s from Kevin Dailey and The Yard Woman, alongside new releases from Gavin Luke and Sarah, the Illstrumentalist

Nyck Caution debuts his first album with Epidemic Sound, “Yellow Tape Road”  Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, rapper Nyck Caution made a name for himself as a member of the Pro Era collective - the American hip-hop collective group from Brooklyn. Nyck Caution became a fixture of the NYC rap scene in the 2010s, appearing on projects by Joey Bada$$ as well as Beast Coast's Escape From New York, and A$AP Mob's Cozy Tapes Vol. 2.    He now debuts his first album with Epidemic Sound, called “Yellow Tape Road." The project portrays Nyck's signature crystal-clear bars, evocative lyrics,

Epidemic Sound receives Great Place To Work certification for the second consecutive year

· Epidemic Sound receives Great Place To Work certification for the second consecutive year, ranking highly across dimensions such as pride, camaraderie, fairness, and respect  · The company ranks highly for what constitutes a healthy and inclusive workplace, and a fun place to work where employees receive a lot of responsibility and feel like they make a difference · 80% of Epidemic Sound employees surveyed consider the company to be a great place to work · The certificate places Epidemic Sound among other companies known for their great workplace cultures, such as BMW Group and

Epidemic Sound’s 2024 Future of the Creator Economy Report Reveals Music's Vital Role in Content Success, Ongoing AI Integration by Creators, and Advancing Creator Economy

· 54.9% of monetizing creators now identify as full-time in 2024, signaling a 3% rise from 2023 and underscoring a growing dedication to content creation as a primary income source. · 77% of monetizing creators feel fairly compensated, thanks to ongoing platform monetization programs, with YouTube leading as the top income source (28.6%). · A substantial 84% of content creators continue to leverage AI-powered tools and applications in their content creation process. · An overwhelming 83.7% of creators emphasize music's importance in fostering audience connections, while 80% agree

Electronic music pioneer Richie Hawtin Partners with Epidemic Sound to Mentor the Next Generation of Artists and Global Music Talent

· Today, Epidemic Sound announces its partnership with renowned DJ, producer, and electronic music pioneer Richie Hawtin  · Hawtin will mentor four innovative, up-and-coming Epidemic Sound artists, offering feedback on their tracks, as well as guidance on their music careers, artistic development, and release tactics · Richie Hawtin and Epidemic Sound’s shared roles as innovators in the music industry make this partnership a perfect fit to push boundaries for the betterment of emerging modern artists Stockholm, Sweden – Epidemic Sound , the

Epidemic Sound Announces Upcoming Releases From King Sis, Ebo Krdum and Ooyy, UK Artist Event, And Genres That Are Trending Up

Artist Spotlight: King Sis The Los Angeles-based R&B singer-songwriter, King Sis, returns with “Ascension D’Luxe”, the deluxe version of her 2021 album featuring new songs and remixes, releasing on April 30, 2024.  Growing up in a family with strong ties to music, she started singing in her grandfather’s church in Alexandria, VA, at a young age. She learned how to play the classical piano at the age of eight, and one year later she became interested in the recording arts after completing her first job doing voiceover work for a BET commercial. While studying art in college, she

Epidemic Sound Extends Adobe Premiere Pro Plugin Access To All Subscribers Alongside Numerous Updates

· All Epidemic Sound subscribers can now soundtrack content directly within their Adobe Premiere Pro workflow · The newly released version also includes several updates offering an enhanced  soundtracking experience for content creators of all kinds  Stockholm, Sweden – Epidemic Sound, the soundtracking platform for content creation, has extended access to its Adobe Premiere Pro plugin to all subscribers in its newly released version, which also features numerous updates to its soundtracking experience. All Epidemic Sound Personal, Commercial, and Enterprise 

Epidemic Sound publishes its 2023 Annual Report and Sustainability Report

· Continued net sales growth of 25 percent, seeing increased profitability with an adjusted EBITDA margin of four percent · Increasing reach of Epidemic Sound’s music has solidified its market-leading position, simultaneously supercharging its unparalleled distribution power for artists and attracting global superstars like Jordin Sparks · The company expects to continue improving its financial position in 2024 through a growing creator economy and being well positioned within artificial intelligence Stockholm, Sweden – Epidemic Sound, the soundtracking platform for content

Epidemic Sound Launches New Campaign “A Sound For Every Feeling” To Highlight The Emotive Power Of Music

Stockholm, Sweden – Epidemic Sound, the soundtracking platform for content creation, is proud to introduce its global brand campaign, called “A Sound For Every Feeling”. “A Sound For Every Feeling” highlights the infinite variety of feelings that humans have – and shows how they truly come to life with the right sound and music. The multi-channel campaign, developed in collaboration with the award-winning creative agency Rethink , is the first under the company’s new tagline, Feel it, find it, which encourages creators everywhere to supercharge the

Epidemic Sound Announces Upcoming Releases From Katori Walker, Janset, and Tilden Parc Along With New Moves in Latin Music

Artist Spotlight: Katori Walker On March 29, Hip-Hop artist and content creator Katori Walker  will debut his new album “Mezzanine.” Hailing from Pasadena, California, Katori started rapping at the age of nine, and has since developed a unique contemporary style. He is also a content creator and produces and directs his own music videos, constantly pushing his creative abilities.  Today, Katori’s music is skyrocketing in popularity among fans, content creators, and brands; it has racked up over 20 million streams to date across

Epidemic Sound Rebrands to Champion Innovation and Creativity for Brands, Creators, and Artists

· Today the soundtracking platform for content creation, Epidemic Sound, revealed its new brand identity   · In partnership with the award-winning, brand and design agency Bold Scandinavia / NoA, Epidemic Sound’s new brand and identity reflects its commitment to harness innovation to fuel creativity among brands, creators, and artists · Starting today, the new brand and identity will gradually be rolled out across the entire Epidemic Sound platform Stockholm, Sweden – Epidemic Sound, the soundtracking platform for content creation, has today unveiled a new brand and visual identity.

Epidemic Sound Appoints Former Amazon, Grubhub, and CLEAR executive Sam Hall as Chief Product Officer

· Epidemic Sound announces the appointment of Sam Hall as Chief Product Officer (CPO) starting February 5, 2024 · Hall brings over 15 years’ experience as a product leader across companies such as Amazon, Grubhub, CLEAR, and ClassPass · Hall is set to lead Epidemic Sound’s product department to further develop its B2B and B2C offerings, focusing on progressing its next-generation soundtracking experience Stockholm, Sweden – Epidemic Sound, the market-leading soundtrack innovation platform, today announced it has appointed former Amazon, Grubhub, CLEAR, and ClassPass executive Sam

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