What’s New on Audius?: News, Rewards & Trending Tracks (April 2025)

What’s New on Audius?: News, Rewards & Trending Tracks (April 2025)

The last month at Audius has been packed with action! From exciting new rewards and artist drops to trending tracks and fresh community activations — here’s everything you need to know from April. Let’s dive in!

Product Updates

New Remix Contest Features

Remix contests on Audius just leveled up! You can now officially mark your release as a remix contest, set a submission deadline, display a countdown, download stems, and upload your remix directly on the track page, all in one place.

New Rewards

Audius kept the rewards rolling in April with three fresh new ways to earn $AUDIO!

  • Artist Pinned Comments: Get noticed, get rewarded! If a verified artist pins your comment, you’ll earn 10 $AUDIO.
  • Tastemaker Challenge: An extra reward opportunity for listeners who spot trending tracks before they blow up.
  • Remix Co-Sign Challenge: Extra incentives for remixers to get a co-sign from verified artists on Audius.

Reminder: Have you checked to see if you’re eligible our recent Airdrop? Check your eligibility and claim before 05/13/25.

Artist Spotlight

Paper Skies Drops a Massive Skrillex Mashup

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 Right after Skrillex’s surprise album FUS dropped on 4/1, Paper Skies delivered a stunning mashup featuring all 34 tracks. This seamless blend has been gaining major momentum on Audius, don’t miss it!

Audius in the News

Introducing Audius Agency

Big news: the Audius Agency officially launched in April! This new initiative connects artists directly with a team of music-driven engineers to turn creative ideas into real tools, features, and custom experiences.

Music Ally: Audius Launches an Agency to Pair Musicians with Developers

Blockchain Developer:
Audius Forms New Agency to Develop Open Tools for Artists and Creative Economies

Audius Strikes Global Deal with Downtown Music

 Audius has partnered with Downtown Music in a major global deal that spans both the recording and publishing sides of Downtown’s business. This collaboration opens up a new way for Downtown’s artists and labels to directly engage their fans — and take control over how their music is monetized beyond traditional streaming models.Read the full story from Music Business Worldwide

Community Updates

Audius teamed up with JACKNIFE, BLADEBOI, and MONTA RECS to launch the “On My Mind” Remix Contest

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This track is the lead single from JACKNIFE’s new Nonstop EP and it comes with over 20 unique stems. With the latest updates to the Audius Remix Contest product features, it’s easier than ever to jump in, get engaged, and explore the creative submissions directly on the platform. 

Don’t miss out! There’s still time to join in for your chance at some amazing prizes – including an official release on MONTA RECS.

Top 5 Trending Tracks This Month

It wouldn’t be a month at Audius without spotlighting the music that’s trending in the community. These tracks have been gaining serious traction on the platform. Check them out and discover what else is trending!

1. snow! (@snowwavy) – Tick!

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2. DECAP – kaleidoscope

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3. Angelina Alexon– I can't unlove you

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4. Bonfire – Baker

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5. sammie zonana – Drifting Away

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Thank you for being a valuable part of the Audius community! Stay tuned for more updates, exclusive releases, and exciting opportunities next month.

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