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Author: Bobby Borg

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How Bands and Co-Writers Divide Percentage Shares in a Song

January 11, 2023February 1, 2023 Bobby Borg

What does copyright law say about your rights when an original idea is formed between two or more people? Here’s how some co-writers divide percentage shares in a song. Read the post.

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Five steps to becoming a great musician

October 28, 2022October 28, 2022 Bobby Borg

Being great at anything requires a lot of time and practice. If you follow these five steps, you just might increase your odds of becoming a great musician. Read the post.

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These mistakes might be why your music career has stalled

September 9, 2022September 9, 2022 Bobby Borg

Before you look to paid services or third parties to solve your problems, look inside and recognize that sometimes a lack of success is on you. Read the post.

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Three career lessons for independent musicians

August 9, 2022August 9, 2022 Bobby Borg

Making it as an independent musician is difficult enough without you getting in the way of your own success. These three anecdotes provide some real-life lessons for your music career. Read the post.

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Music business advice from an entertainment lawyer

July 6, 2022July 6, 2022 Bobby Borg

Entertainment lawyer Ben McLane sits with Bobby Borg to discuss three important topics bands need to consider in the new music age. Read the post.

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11 tips for better band rehearsals

May 5, 2022August 5, 2022 Bobby Borg

Band rehearsals are part of playing live music, and there are things you can do to ensure you’re making the most of your time. I’ve got 11 tips to get you on the right track. Read the post.

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You need to work on your Spotify playlist strategy

April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 Bobby Borg

Getting on a Spotify playlist — or any streaming playlist — requires a strategy and a plan. Here’s some advice on what to do (and what NOT to do). Read the post.

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16 ways to build a music fanbase

February 18, 2022August 23, 2022 Bobby Borg

I watched over 50 YouTube videos on how to expand your music fanbase and summarized all of them in these rapid-fire tips. Let’s get to it. Read the post.

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5 reasons you need a music artist website

January 21, 2022November 17, 2022 Bobby Borg

It’s 2022, and with streaming sites, aggregator sites, and social media, you may be thinking a website isn’t necessary. Here are five reasons to rethink that strategy. Read the post.

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Time management tips for musicians

December 7, 2021January 21, 2022 Bobby Borg

Bobby Borg, music educator and career coach, has time management advice to help you turn your passion for music into a successful career. Read the post

success in the music industry

Do you have what it takes to make it in today’s music industry?

October 21, 2021October 22, 2021 Bobby Borg

Musician, author, educator, and music industry consultant Bobby Borg outlines three important traits you need to have to make it as a musician. Read the post.

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10 music promotion strategies you need to succeed

September 16, 2021November 8, 2021 Bobby Borg

The Internet isn’t the only place you can go to for your music promotion — these 10 strategies can take you beyond the net. Read the post

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How to get the gig: Submission, research, and audition tips

August 19, 2021August 19, 2021 Bobby Borg

Musician, author, educator, and music industry consultant Bobby Borg talks with Barry Squire about how to submit, research and conduct yourself when you’re trying to land a big audition and get the gig. Read the post.

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13 questions to ask a potential band member

July 26, 2021July 26, 2021 Bobby Borg

Musician, author, educator, and music industry consultant Bobby Borg talks about the things you want to learn about someone when you’re looking for new band members. Read the post.

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What is your vision for your music career?

July 4, 2021July 4, 2021 Bobby Borg

Musician, author, educator, and music industry consultant Bobby Borg explains why a vision statement is the start of a serious marketing plan. Read the post.

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