On SoundCloud, following an artist is more than a number. It’s a signal of fandom, of connection, of being a tastemaker. Now, it’s also a gateway to hearing music first, engaging more directly, and being closer to the creative process as it unfolds.

Today, SoundCloud is introducing Follower Exclusive Releases, a new feature that allows Artist Pro creators to share tracks exclusively with their followers, either for a limited time or indefinitely.

Turning Followers Into a Following

On SoundCloud, fans comment on tracks in real time, DM artists directly, repost songs to their own communities, and help drive what breaks next. That behavior has always been core to how music moves on SoundCloud: from community to culture.

Follower Exclusive Releases builds on that foundation by giving artists a way to reward the day ones and the fans who are most tapped in. 

Launching with Chris Stussy

The feature launches with Dutch DJ and producer Chris Stussy, who will release his track “What makes you Feel” exclusively to his SoundCloud followers ahead of the full release of his debut album Lost, Found & Forgotten…, arriving April 3rd.

“I’ve been using SoundCloud since the start. During my early days I was uploading a lot of podcasts and recorded sets. I sometimes gave away a free download or posted snippets of upcoming tracks I was making. For this occasion I’d like to share ‘What makes you feel…’ as a thank you for everyone who’s been listening to me on the platform all those years. It’s part of the ‘Forgotten’ side of my album and I’m playing this track a lot as my intro the last couple of months. Enjoy this one, all the best.”

Why this matters to Artists

Follower Exclusive Releases gives artists and creators a new way to experiment, build momentum and deepen relationships with their audience.

Artists can give their followers the first listen to what they’re working on, whether it’s an early demo, a work-in-progress track, or a surprise drop. That early access creates anticipation, drives engagement, and helps tracks build organically before reaching a wider audience. 

Why this matters to Fans

Following an artist on SoundCloud now unlocks exclusive access to music you won’t hear anywhere else—at least not yet.

Fans can hear tracks the moment they drop, comment on the exact moment the hook lands, DM artists directly, and engage with music while it’s still evolving. In some cases, that feedback can even shape what the final version becomes.

A Different Kind of Music Platform

With over 500 million tracks and a global community of artists and fans, SoundCloud is where music culture is born, tested, and shaped in real time. It’s where scenes form before they’re named, where new tracks gain traction before they reach the mainstream, and where fans play an active role in what trends next.

*Update to the latest version of the SoundCloud app on iOS or Android to access the full Follower Exclusive Releases experience.