SoundCloud's Music Intelligence Report 2026 Spots Breakout Movements Early

SoundCloud has published its 2026 report spotlighting scenes, trendlines, and discovery dynamics—built around what's happening before it hits mainstream playlists.

If you're indie, this is basically a map of where tastemakers and micro-scenes are forming next.

The report is worth reading for any artist looking to position themselves ahead of emerging trends rather than chasing what's already peaked.