Deep Dives
Millennial Summer: Why 2026 is the year creators stop chasing perfection
Jorts, old iPods and glassmorphism are back. We explore why 2026's creators are trading polish for the Y2K nostalgia and raw authenticity audiences crave.
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The 12 Most Downloaded Video Transition Effects For Creators (And How To Use Them)
Find inspiration to level up your edits by exploring the 12 most popular video transition effects with creators like you, according to downloads.
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61 Easy YouTube Video Ideas to Get More Views in 2026
Find inspiration for awesome new content with this list of easy YouTube video ideas you can try out and start filming right away!
YouTube
Free YouTube Tools: 18 Must-Have Tools to Increase Views and Grow Your Channel
Become a better creator with these essential free YouTube tools that'll streamline your creative process, increase your views, and grow your audience.
Music Trends
What is Lofi Music? Discover YouTube's New Favorite Genre
Learn what lofi music is & how it evolved from hip hop. Plus, explore the biggest lofi artists & where to download lofi hip hop tracks for free.
YouTube
What is The YouTube Creator Music Library?
Soundtrack content directly from the YouTube Creator Music Library, learn how to avoid copyright issues and keep monetization from your videos.
Music Trends
What is Hopecore? The Uplifting Trend Taking Over Your Feed
Bring good vibes and optimism to your content by learning what Hopecore is, with pointers on where to download music and use it in your videos.
Music Trends
Songs for Travel Videos: Find the Best Background Music for Travel Videos
Seek out the best music for travel videos and discover how to soundtrack your travel content without the threat of copyright claims.
Motion Graphics
The 6 Most Popular VFX Animations With Content Creators
Check out the VFX animations creators use the most and see how people these easy drag and drop assets to transform their edits in seconds.
YouTube Growth
The 12 Most Profitable YouTube Niches Ranked by Highest CPM in 2026
Make more money from your videos by discovering the most profitable YouTube niches. Learn which niches have the highest CPM to boost your earnings.
Music Trends
What is Phonk Music? The Hip Hop Subgenre to Add Intensity to Your Videos
So what is phonk music? Discover the new hip hop subgenre taking the creator world by storm, & find out where to download phonk for your videos.
Sound Effects
What Sound Effects Do YouTubers Use?
Feature the most popular sound effects used by YouTubers in your videos. Explore examples from massive creators and links to download each sound effect.
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The Best Video Editing Software in 2026: From Beginner to Pro
Uncover good video editing software for every type of creator including free video editing programs for beginners through to the best editing tools for YouTube.
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24 YouTube Shorts Ideas to Get More Views
Explore different YouTube Shorts ideas that'll give your channel a chance of blowing up, whether you're a Shorts beginner or a seasoned creator.
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Gaming Music for Videos: Find a Gaming Soundtrack That's Safe to Use
Level up content with the best royalty-free gaming music for creators and see how a game music soundtrack will enhance your videos.
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22 Easy Travel Content Ideas for Travel Vloggers
Dive in to travel content ideas that'll spark inspiration for your next video. Explore our list of video ideas for creators with wanderlust.
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The Best Wedding Video Songs: 7 Collections Perfect for the Big Day
Narrow your search for the best wedding video songs and match the vibe of the occasion to make truly memorable content - featuring tips from pros.
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The 6 Best Free Sound Effects Websites for Creators
Save yourself hours of searching for sound effects with this definitive list of the best free sound effects websites for content creators.
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Royalty-Free Christmas Music: Where to Find The Best Tracks for Creators to Download
Sprinkle festive magic on your videos with the best copyright-free Christmas music.
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19 Popular Meme Sound Effects to Add to Your YouTube Videos
Find meme sound effects to add to your videos with this round-up of the most popular meme audio. Ideal for YouTube videos, TikTok clips and other content.
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The 11 Most Popular Video Overlays for Editing
See the most popular ways content creators are using video overlays in their edits to add polish to their uploads and keep viewers watching longer.
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24 Faceless YouTube Channel Ideas
Dive into faceless YouTube channel ideas and find a format that'll allow you to become a YouTuber without having to get in front of a camera.
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The 8 Best Video Cameras for YouTube
Find the right gear for your content with a list of the best cheap cameras for making YouTube videos and a guide on camera types.
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The Best Royalty-free Halloween Music to Avoid Copyright Scares in 2025
Explore the best royalty-free Halloween music and spooky sound effects to add to video content without the threat of copyright scares.
Creator Insights
Creator predictions and trends for 2026
Get ahead of 2026's trends with a round-up of predictions, according to Instagram and YouTube creators.
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The 15 Best Free Sound Effect Packs You Can Legally Download in 2026
Don't waste time hunting for sound effects when you can discover the best-loved sound effect packs used by creators and start downloading for free.
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23 Simple Gaming Video Ideas to Level-up Your Content in 2026
Check out easy gaming video ideas you can try out today to get more views, keep people watching longer, and grow your gaming channel.
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Uppbeat’s Creators to Watch in 2026
Take a look at the TikTokers, YouTubers and Instagrammers we're tipping for big things in the year ahead with Uppbeat's Creators to Watch in 2026 list.
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What We Learned at VidCon 2025: 7 Lessons Every Creator Needs to Hear!
Learn how to improve your content and keep people watching for longer with lessons from the best creators taken from VidCon 2025 in Anaheim.
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2025’s Biggest Music Trends on YouTube and Social Media
See which genres content creators have been searching and downloading the most to get ahead of 2025's biggest music trends.
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12 Content Creator Moments That Shaped 2024
Relive the biggest successes and pivotal events involving creators across 2024 with a month-by-month look at the most viral moments.
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Uppbeat’s Creators to Watch in 2025
Take a look at the TikTokers, YouTubers and Instagrammers we're tipping for big things in the year ahead with Uppbeat's Creators to Watch in 2025 list.
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2024’s biggest music trends on YouTube and social media
Ride the wave of the latest music trends, find your new go-to genres, and see what creators are searching for in 2024!
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AI music vs real music: Good news for creators or bad news for artists?
Take a look at whether AI-generated music can soundtrack your video content, or if musicians are safe from being replaced by AI music.
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2023’s biggest music trends on YouTube and social media
Ride the wave of the latest music trends, find your new go-to genres, and see what creators are searching for in 2023!