A Fair Music Ecosystem Starts Local

As Danish musician Hemmeth has pointed out, small markets like Denmark are too limited for streaming alone to provide musicians with sustainable income. And the same is true in many other countries: streaming revenues are simply not enough to make a living.

If we want a stronger, fairer music ecosystem, we need to look closer to home. We need to start local.

Why local matters

Local networks are where real opportunities are created. It’s where musicians meet to form bands, where venues give new acts their first shows, and where schools connect young people with their first teacher. It’s where resources are shared and where first fans are born.

By building strong local communities, musicians can access:

- More live opportunities – concerts, jams, and festivals in their area.
- Shared resources – rehearsal spaces, gear, transport, and knowledge.
- Stronger networks – friendships and professional collaborations alike.

Beatnickel’s role

At Beatnickel, we believe music grows strongest from the ground up. Our platform connects musicians with bands, venues, rehearsal spaces, and schools – not in an abstract, global way, but in real, vibrant local communities.

Whether it’s finding a drummer in Berlin, booking a rehearsal space in Copenhagen, or discovering a new band in Manchester – Beatnickel helps build the connections that sustain local music scenes.

From local to global

Stronger local communities don’t just create better conditions for musicians in daily life. They are the foundation for international success. Global music thrives on local roots – and the future of a fair music ecosystem begins in our neighborhoods.