With Affiliate status, fans can subscribe to your channel for ad-free viewing, extra perks, and the ability to cheer you on with Bits.

Make sure to drop your SoundCloud handle so you can continue to build these connections in the comments section of your tracks.

In addition to live performances, Twitch streams can open up new creative avenues through interactivity with chat musicians on Twitch often host Q&A sessions with their fan communities, take live requests or even write songs based on chat feedback.

Check out their guide Twitch Music: Getting Started for some recommendations on how to get set up.

You can use Twitch Studio (PC) or OBS (PC/Mac) to set up and customize your broadcast.

To go live, you’ll need a PC or Mac with a webcam and microphone, plus a USB audio interface to capture your sound.

Once you’re signed up, visit your Settings page to customize your Twitch account with a profile picture, biography and your SoundCloud URL so new fans can follow you.

(Twitch will email you with an invitation to their affiliate program within a matter of days.)

Once your account is created, drop us a line via this form and Twitch will fast-track your channel to Affiliate status, letting you earn revenue from your streams right away.

(We suggest using your SoundCloud handle so your brand is consistent across channels.)

All SoundCloud Pro, SoundCloud Premier and Repost by SoundCloud artists can sign up for an account at.Now, wherever you’re social distancing, you can still connect to millions of fans IRL and get paid for your work. Here’s how you can get started today: To help you keep your career on track, we’re partnering with Twitch so all SoundCloud Pro, SoundCloud Premier and Repost by SoundCloud creators can start earning money from their Twitch streams by fast-tracking Affiliate status. Many creators are turning to live video streaming platforms to connect with their fans. It’s an unsettling time for everyone right now, and we know COVID-19 has been especially hard on musicians who were scheduled to play live shows over the next few months. SoundCloud is partnering with Twitch so you can connect with new fans and get paid

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