There’s nothing quite like hearing a song hit at the perfect moment on screen. Adding attitude to a scene, building tension in the background, or giving a campaign the exact energy it needed, a great sync placement can take a track somewhere completely new.
That’s the magic that Bodega Sync helps create. By connecting independent music with opportunities across TV, film, ads, trailers, games, and beyond, Bodega gives artists and labels new ways to get their songs heard outside of traditional streaming.
So far in 2026, we’ve had some exciting wins worth shouting out. Here are some of our favorite Bodega Sync placements of the year so far…
What Are Sync Placements?
A sync placement happens when a song is licensed for use in visual media, like TV shows, films, trailers, ads, video games, and social campaigns. For independent artists and labels, these placements can create new exposure, introduce songs to fresh audiences, and open up revenue opportunities beyond streaming.
The right sync can give a track a second life. A song might underscore a dramatic TV scene, bring personality to a commercial, or help define the mood of a trailer. When the fit is right, the music does more than sit in the background. It helps tell the story.
That’s where Bodega Sync comes in, helping connect independent music with the music supervisors, agencies, and creative teams looking for the perfect track.
Bodega Sync Highlights: Our Biggest Sync Placements of 2026 So Far
Nikki Era – “Something Beautiful”
Nikki Era’s “Something Beautiful” made its way to MTV with a placement in episode 413 of Caught in the Act: Unfaithful. With its polished pop feel, confident energy, and emotionally direct songwriting, the track fits right into the high-stakes world of reality TV, where every cue needs to help sell the moment.
Even better, this marks Nikki’s second placement with Bodega Sync, proving that a strong catalog can keep opening new doors long after release day. // Check out the full details here…
Bryce Green & 81m – “We Got More”
Bryce Green and 81m brought the heat to ABC with “We Got More,” featured in episode 911 of 9-1-1 and available to stream the next day on Hulu. With Bryce’s sharp lyricism, big charisma, and a hook that hits with serious momentum, the track is built for a high-stakes TV moment.
Produced by 81m, “We Got More” brings that hard-hitting, cinematic energy that makes a scene feel bigger the second it drops in. Even better, this marks Bryce Green’s 10th placement with Bodega Sync, which is a major win and a perfect reminder that when your catalog is sync-ready, one placement can turn into many. // Check out the full details here…
Cherele – “Time’s Up”
Cherele’s “Time’s Up” found the perfect home in HBO Max’s dark comedy miniseries DTF St. Louis, with the track featured in episode 102 and getting a second use later in episode 106. That double placement is a serious win, especially for a song with this much edge, atmosphere, and attitude.
Originally from Florida and now based in LA, Cherele brings a dark, genre-bending spin to Southern hip-hop, mixing sharp rap delivery with melodic hooks and psychedelic production. It’s the kind of sound that immediately adds texture to a scene, especially in a show built around messy choices, secrets, and tension. This marks Cherele’s third placement with Bodega Sync, or technically her fourth if we’re counting that second use. // Check out the full details here…
The January Lanterns – “Take A Breather” & The Lucky Strokes – “Drop In The Bucket”
The January Lanterns and The Lucky Strokes both made their way into ABC’s R.J. Decker, each bringing a completely different kind of energy to the series.
The January Lanterns’ “Take A Breather” landed in episode 108, adding a reflective, atmospheric edge with their blend of introspective folk, modern alternative, and emotionally rich songwriting. It’s the kind of track that can quietly pull a scene deeper without forcing the moment.
The Lucky Strokes’ “Drop In The Bucket,” featured in episode 102, brings a more groove-driven feel, built on blues-rock grit, Southern soul, funk, and rootsy swagger. With guitarist and producer Eddie Roberts, singer-songwriter Shelby Kemp, and a rhythm section led by sisters Ashley and Taylor Galbraith, the track adds attitude, movement, and a whole different flavor to the show.
Together, these placements are a great reminder of how wide the sync world really is. Sometimes a scene needs space and emotion. Other times, it needs swagger. Either way, the right song can make the moment hit exactly how it should. // Check out the full details here…
Morning Silk – “Find Your Place”
Morning Silk’s “Find Your Place” found its place on ABC’s The Rookie, featured in episode 817 and available to stream on Hulu. Led by New York-based producer and multi-instrumentalist Frank Corr, Morning Silk blends alternative indie pop/rock with electronic textures, soft jazz elements, anthemic vocals, maximalist synths, and guitar.
In other words, there’s a lot going on here in the best way. “Find Your Place” has that polished, expansive feel that can bring color and momentum to a scene, making it a strong fit for a show that balances action, emotion, and big character moments. // Check out the full details here…
Tyler Coolidge – “ATE”
Tyler Coolidge’s “ATE” did exactly what the title promised, landing in 7-Eleven’s “Undeniable Drip” campaign for their $4 chicken sandwich. It’s fun, it’s bold, and honestly, it’s hard to think of a better fit for a campaign built around cravings, confidence, and grab-and-go energy.
A Louisiana-born hip-hop artist, Tyler Coolidge brings sharp lyricism, melodic flows, Southern influence, and plenty of charisma to his sound. “ATE” has the kind of bounce and personality that makes an ad feel instantly more memorable, which is exactly what a great commercial sync should do. // Check out the full details here…
Micah Emrich – “BANDS”
Micah Emrich’s “BANDS” is kicking things off on Netflix, with a placement in the premiere episode of the new reality series Calabasas Confidential. Premiering May 29, the series dives into the glamour, drama, relationships, and ambition behind one of America’s most image-conscious communities.
A Milwaukee-based singer-songwriter and producer, Micah Emrich brings what he calls an “alternative everything” sound, blending alternative R&B, pop, hip-hop, alternative rock, indie, and EDM into something that feels fresh, dynamic, and made for the screen. With its genre-blending energy and confident feel, “BANDS” is a strong fit for a series built around luxury, tension, personality, and high-stakes social circles.
This placement is another exciting reminder that sync can take independent music into major cultural moments, from network TV to streaming platforms like Netflix. // Check out the full details here…
Interested in Getting Your Music in TV, Film, and More?
As a Symphonic Distribution client, you have the opportunity to apply for representation by our in-house sync licensing division, Bodega Sync. If accepted, we’ll help place your music by pitching to music supervisors and advertising agencies for you, negotiating licensing deals, and completing all the paperwork to make sure you get paid properly.
Click here to apply for sync representation with Bodega Sync.
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