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Music Business & Music Management

A collection of articles from the Disc Makers blog that relate to music and artist management, especially concerning the independent musician.

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How Musicians Make Money as Indie Artists

May 31, 2024April 21, 2025 Chris Huff

Truthfully, it can be difficult to make money as an indie artist. But, if you’re open to broadening the definition of what you do, it is possible to make money […]

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5 Steps To a Successful CD and Vinyl Album Release

May 14, 2024January 17, 2025 Tony van Veen

Too many artists record and release their album without giving any thought to how to make it as successful as it could possibly be. Yes, we live in a streaming […]

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How To Navigate a Distribution Deal for Music

April 26, 2024October 10, 2024 Chris Huff

Historically speaking, artists have needed assistance getting their music into people’s hands. Enter the music distributor! In the old days, music distribution companies were intermediaries between record companies and retailers, […]

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How To Release Music as a New Artist

April 12, 2024January 31, 2025 Chris Huff

You’re new to music and have just made your first recording. Congratulations! Now, how do you share it with people in an impactful way? The landscape of releasing new music […]

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A Guide to Digital Performance Royalties

March 22, 2024April 21, 2025 Chris Huff

As time keeps on slipping into the future and the music landscape continues to shift and change, it can be hard to know where all your possible income streams are […]

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What Does it Take to Be a Musical Director?

February 16, 2024October 10, 2024 Shawn Leonhardt

If you are a musician who can do it all, you may be suited to being a musical director. But you will need to multitask with a variety of skills, from musical to interpersonal. Read the post.

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A Guide to Music Investors

November 29, 2023October 10, 2024 Lauren Davish

As an independent artist, relying on streaming platforms for revenue won’t pay the bills. Music investors may be worth pursuing. Read the post.

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How to Get Your Music on Spotify

August 22, 2023April 19, 2025 Chris Huff

Learn how to distribute your music to Spotify and reach millions of potential listeners. Read the post.

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How to Grow as an Independent Artist

July 25, 2023April 19, 2025 Philip Kinsher

Take control of your music career, grow as an indie artist, and achieve the success you dream of. Read the post.

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Should You Register for a Music LLC?

July 5, 2023August 5, 2025 Lauren Davish

A music LLC can protect your artist brand and have other business advantages. Learn more about music LLCs and how to apply for one. Read the post.

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How to Make Money with Music

June 6, 2023February 14, 2025 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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8 ways to make money playing music

April 10, 2023April 21, 2025 Bobby Borg

Even if your ultimate goal is to make a living writing original music, you may need to tap into alternate money-making ventures while you launch your music career. Here are some ideas to get you making money with your music. Read the post.

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Making music income when you don’t perform live

March 28, 2023April 21, 2025 Tony van Veen

Not out there playing gigs and selling merch at shows? Royalties and sync licensing are among the ways you can generate music income in today’s music industry.
Read the post.

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What do music attorneys, managers, and agents do?

February 17, 2023April 21, 2025 Emily White

Adapted from Emily White’s new book, How To Build A Sustainable Music Career, this post dives into building your artist team and digs into the role of music attorneys, managers, and agents. Read the post.

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

January 11, 2023April 21, 2025 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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