diff --git a/maestro/helpers.py b/maestro/helpers.py
index 368e25a..dcf63f2 100644
--- a/maestro/helpers.py
+++ b/maestro/helpers.py
@@ -1152,7 +1152,7 @@ def update_stream_metadata(self):  # artwork + icecast metadata
         import requests
 
         self.break_stream_loop = True
-        if self.discord_connected or self.want_stream:
+        if self.discord_connected or self.want_stream and self.username is not None:
             if not requests.post(
                 config.UPDATE_ARTWORK_URL,
                 params={"mount": self.username},