How to Price CDs Online When Shipping and Fees Cut Into Profits
As we all know all too well, times are tough for independent musicians. The loss of traditional structures for music discovery and distribution means that indie artists now have to […]
Author: Chris Huff
What Makes a Limited Edition LP Valuable to Collectors?
Vinyl records are thriving in the 21st century… who could have predicted this? Pressing plants around the globe are at capacity and people are adding to their vinyl collections daily. […]
How to Price Your Merchandise Bundle for Maximum Profit
As an independent artist, it can be difficult to know how to price your merch products. One excellent sales strategy is selling your merchandise in groups called merch bundles. People […]
Artist Branding, Image, & Fan Engagement for Indie Musicians (Part 2)
We continue our step-by-step conversation about strategies for music branding, image, and fan engagement. If you missed part one of this two-part article, read it here. Table of Contents:• Deepening […]
Artist Branding, Image, & Fan Engagement for Indie Musicians (Part 1)
It can be difficult to know how to promote your music in the current music business climate, with both the traditional pathways to building an audience and income-producing options shrinking […]
Audio Mastering vs. AI Mastering and Why Human Expertise Still Matters
With the recent advances of AI technology in many areas, it is now possible to use it to master your recordings. But should you? Is mastering an art requiring humans […]
How to promote your music after releasing vinyl and CDs
Because methods of music discovery have changed greatly, it can be very difficult to know where to begin promoting your music after releasing physical product. Here’s how to get started, […]
How Producing, Mixing, and Mastering Affect Your Vinyl and Digital Release Timeline
If you’ve ever spoken to a relative or friend not involved in music about the process of creating an album, you know how shocked they can be by all it […]
Audio Sampling Rate Tips for Home Studios and Vinyl Pressing Projects
Most of today’s artists are recording digitally, as it is cheaper and more convenient than the old method of recording to tape. When you are recording digitally, you have a […]
Custom Vinyl Record Printing Guide
The resurgence of vinyl records surprised many in the music business. Looking at the trend in hindsight, though, it makes sense why it happened. David Bowie commented in the early […]
Understanding CD Replication Costs
As an independent artist, selling physical media is a game-changer when it comes to boosting your profits. Here, we’ll dive deeper into the ins and outs of CD replication and […]
Can You Make a Custom Vinyl for a Limited Edition Release or Special Project?
The answer to this question is: “of course you can!” Most vinyl runs start at 100 units, which is a good size for a limited release. If you have a […]
The Advantages of Short-Run CD Duplication for Indie Artists
As an indie artist in today’s world, making CDs might seem like a waste. It could feel like clinging to something from a bygone era in the hopes that the […]
Exploring the Advantages of Custom CD Printing for Your Album
As an independent artist, custom CDs are an essential part of monetizing your music. Here, we’ll explore the benefits, design options, and marketing power of custom CD printing. This is […]
Planning a Vinyl Release? Here’s How Many Songs Fit on Each Side
If you are an active recording artist and/or band, chances are you have considered releasing some of your music on vinyl. Having a physical product is crucial for independent musicians […]