The independent music scene continues to rise with another major milestone.
The American Association of Independent Music (A2IM) has officially recognized “CRY” by Parker Jack as A2IM Star Certified at the Three Star Level for selling over 300,000 copies.
The track was proudly released by Boost Collective, a global music promotion and distribution platform built to empower independent artists.
“Another A2IM Star Certification spotted in the wild. We love seeing these plaques on display.
CRY by Parker Jack, released by Boost Collective, is A2IM Star Certified at the Three Star Level for selling over 300,000 copies. Congrats to Boost Collective Co-Founders Ronan Mullins and Damian Barbu, pictured here.”
— A2IM via LinkedIn
What is the A2IM Star Certification
The A2IM Star Certification Program was designed to celebrate verified commercial achievements within the independent music community.
Using verified data from Luminate, the same analytics company that powers Billboard, the program validates sales and streaming data to award certifications based on true performance.
Certification levels include:
- ⭐ One Star for 50,000+ units sold
- ⭐⭐ Two Star for 100,000+ units sold
- ⭐⭐⭐ Three Star for 300,000+ units sold
This certification ensures that independent artists receive industry recognition for their success.
It is a major step forward for independent labels and distributors that are competing at the same level as major record companies.
You can learn more and apply for certification at A2IM Star Certification.
Why This Milestone Matters
The success of “CRY” by Parker Jack represents more than impressive numbers. It shows what happens when great music meets the right strategy and execution.
For Parker Jack, the song connected deeply with fans across streaming platforms.
For Boost Collective, it highlights the power of data-driven campaigns that help artists scale their music globally while staying fully independent.
This certification from A2IM validates the effectiveness of Boost Collective’s artist promotion model and positions “CRY” as one of the standout independent releases of the year.
What This Means for Independent Artists
At Boost Collective, our mission is simple.
We help independent artists grow through transparent promotion systems, playlist marketing, and fulfillment strategies that deliver measurable results.
The A2IM Star Certification aligns perfectly with that mission. It gives artists something tangible to work toward and creates a public standard of success within the independent ecosystem.
For artists who work with Boost Collective, this milestone proves that independent releases can sell hundreds of thousands of copies through strategic promotion, playlist traction, and audience building.
If you are an artist or label, now is the time to explore certification opportunities and integrate them into your growth plan.
How to Get Certified
A2IM allows all independent artists, labels, and distributors to submit their records for certification. To learn how to qualify and claim your own plaque, visit A2IM Star Certification or go directly to A2IM’s submission page.
You can also explore Boost Collective’s promotion services to plan your next campaign around measurable goals that bring you closer to certification-level success.
Final Thoughts
From everyone at Boost Collective, congratulations to Parker Jack, Ronan Mullins, and Damian Barbu on this incredible achievement. Seeing “CRY” reach A2IM Three Star Certification is proof that independent music continues to push boundaries and thrive in today’s industry.
Independent music is stronger than ever.
And this is only the beginning.
