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Author: Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

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How to Make Money with Music

June 6, 2023June 29, 2023 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

There are many ways to earn money in the music industry. Read on to learn creative ways to make money with music. Read the post.

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How to promote your music when you have zero social media followers

September 1, 2022September 2, 2022 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Even if you’re just launching your music career, you still have what you need to promote on social media using some bootstrap strategies. Read the post.

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Avoiding hotels: How to save money while touring

June 15, 2022June 15, 2022 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Hotels can be a huge expense and take a big bite out of the money you make on tour, but they don’t have to. These ideas can provide free places to crash and friendships that can last a lifetime. Read the post.

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How to get your music played on television

March 17, 2022March 17, 2022 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Television is more within reach than most people are aware, especially with shows in local markets. Once you get coverage, you can use it to open more doors and opportunities. Read the post.

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How to get your music heard and seen

February 22, 2022March 1, 2022 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

From music aggregators to streaming platforms, music influencers to your artist website, music discovery starts with a plan. Read the post.

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How to get your music reviewed and played on (all kinds of) websites

February 9, 2022March 1, 2022 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Third-party websites — including blogs, music review sites, and even non-music sites — can help people discover your music. Target these sites to get coverage and grow your audience. Read the post.

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How songwriting contests, challenges, and awards can boost your music career

January 27, 2022January 27, 2022 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Song and album challenges, song contests, and battle of the bands are great opportunities to get your music heard — and they often get covered by the press and media. Read the post.

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Take the challenge: Produce an album this February!

January 14, 2022January 27, 2022 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

As we head out of the holiday fog to greet the new year, why not sign up for the RPM Challenge or February Album Writing Month and produce an entire album of new music in 28 days? Read the post.

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How to get your music played on podcasts

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Podcasts offer opportunities to get your music played. But the best ones to submit music to aren’t necessarily music-related podcasts, which get buried with submissions. Read the post

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How to get played on streaming services and playlists

November 23, 2021December 13, 2021 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Getting your music discovered, played, and featured on playlists on streaming services is well within your reach. Use these techniques to get your music played. Read the post

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How to get your song on the radio (public and satellite)

November 10, 2021July 3, 2023 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Public radio offers many opportunities to get your music covered, especially if you can find a cultural angle or are part of the local scene. Read the post

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How to get your music played on college radio

October 26, 2021December 13, 2021 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Unlike commercial radio, getting your music played or featured on college radio is well within your reach. Use these techniques to get your music played. Read the post

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How to get played on commercial radio

October 11, 2021December 13, 2021 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Getting on mainstream commercial radio’s rotation can cost over $100,000, but there are clever ways independent music can get played. Read the post

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Reward recipes for Patreon

May 4, 2021May 4, 2021 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

To attract and keep your patronage supporters and grow your recurring monthly revenue, vary your Patreon rewards for your various tiers of support. Read the post.

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8 steps to making money with Patreon

April 7, 2021April 21, 2021 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Rather than depend on live events or streaming, why not create consistent monthly income through patronage? To get started and maximize the amount of money you can make, follow these critical steps. Read the post.

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