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Research Agency

@researchagency.bsky.social
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Research Agency is a platform for experimental bass music and the culture surrounding such. We are focused on finding ways to deliver music on a free-to-consumer, paid-to-artist basis using strategies not reliant on consumer sales to remain profitable.

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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
TODAY ON BEATPORT! www.beatport.com/release/you-... Boutta joins the RA family with a single that fuses trap into the wobble era like Rusko took a wrong turn into North Philly. Out now! #dubstep #hybridtrap #bassmusic #newmusic #djsky #edm #riddim #electronicmusic #dnb #bass #beatport
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
#Festivals face a new threat: #bots, #RFID cloning & black-market #tickets. Our latest article breaks down how counterfeiters are hijacking digital entry systems & what it means for #musicians and #concert goers alike tinyurl.com/2uym2uhd #ticketing #raveculture #edm #jambands #griz #ultra #bass
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Sold Out Within Minutes
How Resellers Are Hijacking The Festival Economy
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
More #musicindustry focused article today, part of our #opensource #businessmodel : we look at the role of #contracts and #lawyers in the #recording industry. Whether you're a #producer , #dj , #beatmaker , #rapper , or #recordlabel owner, this is for you. open.substack.com/pub/research...
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
New one’s up on #Substack: researchagency.substack.com/p/bangers-an... #music #history #anticapitalism #anarchism #squat #rave #uk #DIYculture #freeparty #undergroundmusic #raveculture #substack #edm #bassmusic #drumandbass #punk #culture #dubsky #dubstep #housemusic #hippies #indie #djsky #blog
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
From #DIY #concerts to #raves, #independentmusic events are struggling. We examine the areas where #venues and #festivals are struggling, and propose a new way of thinking about the solution. Read the full article on #Substack: bit.ly/4iOWp3C #musicians #nightlife #djs #clubs #djsky #dubstep #edm
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Beyond Capacity
Why The Live Music Industry Needs to Rethink Its Growth Strategy
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
RSH009 - ASCENT - Blue Sky :: Out now! soundcloud.com/researchagen... #edm #hardstyle #harddance #happyhardcore #rave #techno #housemusic #hardcore #electronicmusic #dubstep #dnb #drumandbass #speedbass #uptempo
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
From the TR-808 to modern VSTs, electronic music tech keeps evolving. Learn your history in our latest Substack article: bit.ly/4iAUK1r #musicproduction #edm #dubstep #drumandbass #techno #housemusic #music #history #technology #bestmakers #flstudio #ableton #protools #vst #culture #musicians #rave
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Explore a more radical history of electronic music. Full article: bit.ly/41MEOE0 #ElectronicMusic #Rave #culture #musicsky #DrumAndBass #Dubstep #Techno #HouseMusic #protest #Activism #AntiWar #Clubmusic #history #blog #DanceMusic #resistance #edm #bassmusic #djsky #indieproducers #dj #substack
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
Rave culture was built by Black & queer pioneers—bigotry has no place in it. Read our latest Substack article & learn why history matters: bit.ly/3QzcH4z #lgbtq #lgbtqia #music #edm #dubstep #housemusic #techno #drumandbass #edm #dj #dubsky #musicproducers #indieproducers #rave #club #trans #dance
Rave culture was built by Black & queer pioneers—bigotry has no place in it. Read our latest Substack article & learn why history matters: http://bit.ly/3QzcH4z
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
The first official sample pack from Research Agency is here. Free download! researchagency.substack.com/p/sample-pac... #producers #beatmaker #dubstep #dnb #musicproduction #bassmusic #edm #beats #musicproducer #indieproducers #musicians #djs #djsky #riddim #samplepack #mpc #ableton #flstudio
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SAMPLE PACK 01 – DRUMS (RED ESSENTIALS) [FREE DOWNLOAD]
The first official sample pack from Research Agency
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Piracy is a challenge, but it’s also a signal of demand. Here’s how artists can turn it into opportunity. Read here : bit.ly/4gCIRa7 #musicproduction #musician #music #edm #dubstep #bassmusic #hiphop #beatmaker #beats #musicmarketing #business #creativedirection #brandbuilding #spotify #soundcloud
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
Your music brand is shaped by both what you embrace and what you reject. Learn how to balance both: bit.ly/3CFRoLq #musicians #producer #dj #djsky #beatmaker #dubstep #drumandbass #techno #edm #music #housemusic #blogpost #brandbuilding #marketing #creativedirection #musicproduction #hiphop #rap
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
READ FULL ARTICLE HERE : tinyurl.com/4kdnfe4d ------ #music #edm #hiphop #producers #beatmakers #edm #indiemusicians #musicians #brandbuilding #marketing #creativedirection #dubstep #drumandbass #dj #blogpost #housemusic #techno #rappers #business #entrepreneur ##musicindustry #mindset #positivity
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Turning creativity into a lasting music career takes more than passion. Our first Substack post explores shifting from creating for fun or money to building a legacy. Read more: researchagency.substack.com/p/the-mindse... #music #dj #beatmaker #edm #dubstep #dnb #techno #producersky #dubsky #djsky
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The Mindset : Building a Career with Purpose and Impact
Introduction
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
The #bassmusic industry’s business model is stealing from #producers Most labels don’t make money from hits, they profit from fails. They sign mid-tier #musicproducers, upcharge them for mastering n branding, and then duck payouts claiming they havent “recouped”. Be careful who you work with. #edm
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
Do you produce #bassmusic ? Genres like #drumandbass , #dubstep , #breakbeat , #hardtechno , etc? We'd love to here from you. We offer top tier streaming promotion to all of our artists, in addition to helping secure releases on other labels, bookings in new markets, etc. Tap in with us. #edm #djs
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
Guerilla Soundclash - We Are Machines (RSH004) - Download / Stream soundcloud.com/researchagen... #edm #techno #hardtechno #hardcore #happyhardcore #hardstyle #footwork #speedbass #techhouse #housemusic #deeptechno #music #soundcloud #visualizer #electronicmusic #dj #bassmusic #drumandbass #dubstep
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
#dubstep #drumandbass #housemusic #trap #bassmusic #edm #techhouse #deephouse #djlife #hiphopbeats #musicproducer #beatmaker #producerlife #futurebass #lofi #marketing #branding #artistdevelopment
Invest in yourself. Your career is a product worth the investment. Whether it’s in branding, promotion, furthering your education, or travelling to new markets, invest wisely in yourself so that you grow as a musician and professional.
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Every great artist learns from those who came before them. Dive deep into the catalogs of #dubstep pioneers, #drum&bass innovators, or hip-hop #beatmaking legends. Understanding their techniques can inspire your own creative breakthroughs. #music #musicians #producers #brandbuilding #edm #djs #plur
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
Research Agency is a platform for the dispersal and furtherance of experimental bass music and the culture surrounding such. We are focused on finding ways to deliver music on a free-to-consumer, paid-to-artist basis using monetization strategies not reliant on consumer sales to remain profitable.
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 25/01/2025
Collaborate outside your comfort zone... Break genre barriers and collaborate with artists who inspire you in unexpected ways. The fusion of styles can elevate your music and introduce you to entirely new audiences. #beatmaker #producer #edm #dubstep #drumandbass #techno #house #bassmusic #musicians
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
More clips from our boy Quack Daddy's set at the Sausage Castle last weekend. Mid set a guy with a lamp shade on his head pulled up on a motorized couch and started doing donuts in front of the stage. Was a crazy moment. #dubstep #drumandbass #edm #rave #festivals #bassmusic #hardstyle #orlando
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
We had an absolute blast supporting our artist Quack Daddy while he performed on the front lawn of the legendary Sausage Castle party mansion in Orlando, over the weekend! #edm #rave #drumandbass #dubstep #bassmusic #hardstyle #techno #house #dubsky #dnbsky #house #breakbeat #musiciansky #festival
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Be vulnerable. Don’t be afraid to show your struggles, doubts, or imperfections. Vulnerability makes your music relatable and builds deeper connections with your audience, showing them the real you. #musicproducers #creativedirection #musicmarketing #brandbuilding #musicbusiness #dubstep #drum&bass
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 20/01/2025
#MusicBusiness #MusicProducer #Beatmaker #Dubstep #DnB #techno #Hiphop #ElectronicMusic #Producer #MusicIndustry #musiciansky #dubsky #brandbuilding #creativedirection
Learn the Business: Your music is art, but your career is a business. Understanding royalties, streaming, contracts, and promotion empowers you to make smarter moves and keep your creative freedom intact.
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
"The idea is to produce things that are as strange as reality." - Brian Eno
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
Building an audience-driven community transforms passive listeners into active supporters who fuel your growth as an artist.
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
The most successful artists map out their end goals and work backward to create a clear path forward. They build their careers as if they were constructing a business, focusing on sustainability and scalability rather than quick wins. #music #musicmarketing #brandbuilding #edm #dubstep #drumandbass
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
No one achieves greatness alone. Even the most successful artists rely on teams to support their creative and professional journeys. They understand that their success is built on collaboration—managers, producers, engineers, marketers, and even trusted friends form the backbone of a thriving career
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
Don’t settle for where you are. Keep challenging yourself to learn new techniques and push your creative boundaries. The music industry evolves, and so should you. Constant growth is essential to staying relevant and magnetic as an artist.
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 14/01/2025
As a producer, the urge to explore all genres can be big, but your fans are here for your signature sound. Find the balance between experimenting with new ideas and refining what you’re already good at. Don’t confuse your audience by shifting too far away from your established style. #dubstep #music
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
Strategic planning makes a huge difference. Spend time mapping out your release strategies. One hour of planning can give you a huge advantage in targeting the right audience and engaging fans effectively. #creativedirection #artistdevelopment #musicproduction #musicindustry #bassmusic #musicians
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
SEED: 1356 - VEiLED (RSH003) - FREE DOWNLOAD! hypeddit.com/seed1356/vei... #dubstep #bassmusic #riddim #glitch #darkwave #edm #electronicmusic #bass
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 12/01/2025
Trust your unique sound—your creativity is your greatest asset. #creativedirection #artistdevelopment #musicproduction #musicindustry #positivity #creativity #art #bassmusic #dubstep #inspiration
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
Fall in love with the process. If you only care about fame or streams you’ll burn out fast. Focus on the joy of creating great tracks. Passion fuels progress. #creativedirection #artistdeveloment #musicproduction #musicindustry #brandbuilding #positivity #creativity #art #music #dubstep #inspire
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Research Agency @researchagency.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Your sound won’t come overnight—it’s built through consistent creation and exploration. Experiment with genres and techniques to find what resonates. Inspiration strikes when you least expect it. Stay original. #EDM #BassMusic #DJLife #MusicProducer #HouseMusic #Dubstep #RaveCulture #Drumandbass
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