FABIAN STARR

When someone discovers your music and wants to listen, where do they go?

For most artists, the answer is fragmented. Some listeners go to Spotify. Some use Apple Music. Some prefer YouTube. Some scroll TikTok.

If you're not present on all platforms, you're losing listeners.

This post consolidates every place you can stream, hear, and follow Fabian Starr. And more importantly, it explains why YouTube channel is the hidden gem in the artist discovery ecosystem.

Complete Streaming Directory

Music Streaming Platforms:

Spotify

Listen to all releases: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6x2xIxILEd5uArYqb2KhCK

Features: Algorithmic playlists, personalized recommendations, social sharing

Apple Music

Listen to all releases: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/fabian-starr/929790655

Features: Spatial audio (Dolby Atmos), lossless quality, Siri integration

YouTube Music

Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Fabianstarr22

Features: Video content, behind-the-scenes, algorithm prioritizes watch time

Amazon Music

Available on Amazon's ecosystem: Search “Fabian Starr”

Features: Integration with Alexa, included with Prime membership

Tidal

Available with Tidal subscription: Search “Fabian Starr”

Features: High-fidelity audio, artist-friendly payouts, exclusive content

Social + Direct:

Official Website

https://www.fabianstarr.com

• Merch store
• - Email signup
• - Direct contact
• - Exclusive content

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/ifabianstarr

• Behind-the-scenes content
• - Stories with presave links
• - Community engagement
• - Direct messages

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@fabian.starr

• Short-form music content
• - Production clips
• - Trending sounds
• - Viral potential

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@Fabianstarr22

• Full music videos
• - Production breakdowns
• - Live content
• - Channel membership

Smart Link (All Platforms)

https://nfan.link/fabianstarr

• One link to all streaming platforms
• - Presave campaigns
• - Share across social

Why YouTube Channel Matters (More Than You Think)

Here's what most independent artists miss:

YouTube isn't just a video platform. It's the second-largest search engine in the world. And for music discovery, YouTube's algorithm is increasingly important.

Consider these facts:

YouTube Music has 100+ million users (and growing faster than Spotify in some markets)

YouTube discovery algorithm prioritizes watch time over follower count

YouTube pays better than Spotify in certain scenarios (higher CPM for ads, YouTube Premium revenue)

YouTube content (music videos, lyric videos, behind-the-scenes) ranks on Google search

If you're only on Spotify, you're missing a massive discovery channel.

The YouTube Discovery Advantage

Spotify works like this:

1. Song gets added to algorithmic playlists (if it performs)
2. 2. Algorithm shows it to similar listeners
3. 3. Listener sees cover art + title
4. 4. Listener clicks to play

YouTube works like this:

1. You upload music video or lyric video
2. 2. Someone searches “synthwave” or “electronic music”
3. 3. Your video appears in search results
4. 4. Viewer clicks and watches (even partially)
5. 5. Algorithm suggests your video to more people
6. 6. More views = higher in recommendations for related searches

YouTube's algorithm rewards watch time more than Spotify's.

A 5-minute lyric video that gets 10,000 views = valuable signal to YouTube algorithm. A 3-minute song on Spotify that gets 10,000 streams = less algorithmic signal (because streams often last only 30 seconds before skipping).

Building Your YouTube Channel (For Music Discovery)

If you don't have a YouTube channel, create one:

1. Go to YouTube.com, sign in with your Google account
2. 2. Click profile icon → Create a channel
3. 3. Name it your artist name
4. 4. Add profile picture (your artist photo or logo)
5. 5. Write channel description including: artist bio, links to music on all platforms, social media handles
6. 6. Add banner image (1500x500px)
7. 7. Verify channel for monetization
8. 8. Upload your first video

Content to upload:

Music videos: Polished, cinematic music videos. Helps your music stand out visually.

Lyric videos: Simple text-on-screen videos. Easier to produce, still get watch time. Recommend: every song deserves a lyric video.

Lyric videos + visualizer: Static image or simple animation with lyrics. Most efficient to produce.

Behind-the-scenes: Studio sessions, production process, track breakdowns. Builds connection with fans.

Live performances: If applicable. Sets, performance videos, acoustic versions.

Interviews: Podcast or interview format discussing your music, creative process, industry insights.

Reaction videos: You react to feedback, comments, or listener covers. Engagement content.

YouTube vs. TikTok: Both Matter, Different Purposes

TikTok:

• Short-form (15-60 seconds)
• - Viral potential is higher
• - Algorithm rewards trend-adoption
• - Discovery is faster but audience is younger
• - Good for: clips, trending sounds, quick hooks

YouTube:

• Long-form (3 minutes+)
• - Algorithm rewards watch time
• - Discovery is slower but stickier
• - Audience skews slightly older
• - Good for: full music, production content, educational

Don't choose. Do both.

TikTok clips drive awareness. YouTube watch time drives discovery and revenue.

The YouTube Channel Revenue Model

YouTube monetization includes:

Ad revenue: YouTube places ads on your videos. You share revenue. Typical: $0.25-$4 per 1,000 views. Varies by region, audience demographics.

YouTube Premium revenue: Viewers with Premium subscription watch your content. You get paid from Premium pool. Less predictable but consistent if you have regular viewers.

Memberships: If channel is verified and meets thresholds, enable channel memberships ($0.99-$99/month recurring). Fans pay for perks (exclusive videos, member-only content).

Sponsored content: Brands pay to have you promote products. Typical: $500-$5,000 depending on channel size.

Super Chat/Donations: Viewers can pay $1-$500 to have their message highlighted during live streams.

For emerging artists, ad revenue is typically small ($50-$500/month). But it scales with viewers.

Building the YouTube Audience

YouTube audience grows through:

Search discovery: Uploading music videos with good titles, descriptions, tags. Optimizing for keywords people actually search ("synthwave," “electronic music production,” etc.)

Suggested videos: YouTube algorithm recommends your content when viewers finish similar videos. Happens automatically if your content is good.

Playlists: Create public playlists featuring your music + similar artists. Links back to your channel.

Social promotion: Share YouTube links on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter. Drive your existing audience to YouTube.

Collaborations: Feature other artists or invite them to perform. Cross-promote to both audiences.

Consistency: Upload regularly (weekly recommended). Algorithm rewards consistent channels.

YouTube growth is slower than TikTok but more sustainable.

The Full Ecosystem: Where to Send People

When someone asks “where can I hear your music?” you want them to have options:

For Spotify listener: Give Spotify artist link

For Apple Music listener: Give Apple Music artist link

For TikTok audience: Send TikTok link for clips + YouTube for full music

For YouTube audience: YouTube channel is primary

For everyone: Smart link (https://nfan.link/fabianstarr) sends them to their preferred platform

Don't force one platform. Meet people where they are.

Your Action Plan

1. Make sure you're on all major platforms:
2.    - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6x2xIxILEd5uArYqb2KhCK
3.    - Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/fabian-starr/929790655
4.    - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Fabianstarr22
5.    - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fabian.starr

2. Optimize your YouTube channel:

   - Upload lyric videos for all your tracks

   - Create a playlist of your music

   - Write detailed channel description with links

3. Link everything together:

   - Website links to all platforms

   - Social bios link to smart link or specific platform

   - Smart link goes everywhere

4. Update this regularly as you release new music

The Streaming Landscape in 2026

YouTube is the overlooked discovery engine for independent musicians. While everyone's focused on Spotify playlists, YouTube's algorithm is doing the real discovery work.

The artists winning in 2026 are present everywhere. Not just Spotify. Not just TikTok. Everywhere.

Build your YouTube channel. It's the hidden leverage.

Stream everywhere: https://nfan.link/fabianstarr

YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Fabianstarr22

Website: https://www.fabianstarr.com