Sonic Analytics
Analyzing the data, ethics, and evolution behind the music you stream.
The 2026 Suno AI Legal Guide: Do You Actually Own Your Songs?
Following the landmark 2025 settlements, the rules for releasing Suno music have changed. We break down the new 'Work-for-Hire' tiers and the strict 2026 labeling laws.
The AI Music Flood: Why 2026 is the Breaking Point for Streaming
With 50,000 AI tracks hitting platforms daily and 97% of listeners unable to spot them, we're entering an era where 'real' music is getting harder to find.
Apple Music AutoMix in 2026: Seamless DJ Vibes or Song-Ruining Gimmick?
Apple Music's AutoMix uses AI for beat-matched transitions, but the reality is more complicated. We break down the tech, the 'hardware gate,' and why some users are still hitting the 'off' switch.
Deezer’s Customization Overhaul: A Review of the 'Your App, Your Way' Update
Following the massive personalization update in late 2025, we look at how Deezer's custom layouts and 'Quick Access' pins are actually working for listeners today.
The 'I Run' Saga: When AI Vocals Hit the Takedown Wall
In late 2025, 'I Run' exploded on TikTok before being wiped from the internet. It wasn't a copyright strike—it was an AI reckoning. Here is the true story of HAVEN's viral ghost hit.
Beyond Replay: How to Get Your Apple Music Lifetime Stats
Apple Music Replay is beautiful, but it's not complete. Here is the 2026 guide to requesting your full Media Services archive to unlock your true lifetime listening history.
How to Get Your All-Time Spotify Wrapped (2026 Guide)
Standard Wrapped only shows you 10 months of data. Here is the step-by-step guide to unlocking your entire lifetime Spotify history for a truly permanent Wrapped.
The Spotify Lossless Report: 90 Days Later
Lossless finally hit Spotify in September 2025. Now that the dust has settled on the $11.99 price point and the 'Music Pro' rumors, we look at the actual data: was it worth the eight-year wait?
The Spotify Messaging Revival: Privacy Leaks and the 'Link-First' Trap
In 2026, Spotify DMs are back, but they aren't the simple chat tools we expected. From identity leaks to gated 'link-first' requests, we dive into the messy reality of Spotify's social pivot.
Suno AI Prompt Mastery: The 2026 Director's Guide to AI Music
Stop relying on luck. From the 'Character Prompt' method to advanced v5 Meta-Tag stacking, we reveal the hidden techniques used to create pro-level AI tracks in 2026.
Ditching Spotify in 2026? The Best Alternatives Ranked (Tidal, Apple, & More)
With Spotify hitting the $12.99 mark and AI 'slop' flooding feeds, millions are eyeing the exit. Here is the 2026 guide to switching platforms without losing your history.
TIDAL in 2026: Is the Artist-First Era Finally Worth It?
With MQA officially dead and a new, simplified $10.99 price tier, TIDAL has transformed from an expensive niche into a serious mainstream contender. We dissect the 2026 experience.
Spotify vs. Apple Music 2026: The Definitive Data Showdown
Lossless is finally a standard, but the price of entry is rising. We break down the 2026 shifts in UI, high-fidelity audio, and the battle for 'Superfan' engagement.