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NFTs are not ready for indie music

April 28, 2022May 3, 2022 Tony van Veen

There has been so much hype and activity centered around NFTs that I felt compelled to dig in and lay out why NFTs are not ready for indie music. 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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How to promote your record release

March 15, 2022March 15, 2022 Carter Fox

Now that your music is recorded, your product and assets have been created, and your release calendar set, it’s time to promote your record. Read the post.

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There’s a CD revival in the making

February 24, 2022March 1, 2022 Tony van Veen

CD sales are up for the first time in over a decade, and we take a dive into the DIY market to explore the details of what’s being hailed as a CD revival. Read the post.

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Preparing your music for distribution: How to release and sell your music, Part 3

February 15, 2022March 15, 2022 Carter Fox

There are many steps to successfully releasing and selling your music, and getting your product prepared and your distribution channels aligned are critical elements of your plan. Read the post.

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How to promote a release and sell your music, Part 1

January 18, 2022March 15, 2022 Carter Fox

There’s a lot of planning and production that goes into releasing and selling your music. This series of blog posts breaks it all down and gives you a blueprint to achieve success. Read the post.

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Tony’s 2021 recap and 2022 predictions for the music industry

December 20, 2021February 24, 2022 Tony van Veen

Let’s take a look back at the year in review and go out on a limb for what could happen in 2022. We’re in unpredictable territory, but there are encouraging trends in the music industry. Read the post

NFT

Can You Sell Your Music as an NFT?

April 14, 2021August 3, 2021 Tony van Veen

What the heck is an NFT? And is there any money to be made as an independent artist selling your music as one? Read the post.

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Setting (and achieving) your music career goals for 2021

January 5, 2021January 6, 2021 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Get 2021 started right by adjusting your music career goals and plans to make the most of the continued lockdown. Use this list to get the ideas flowing and help you decide where to put your time and energy. Read the post.

Top 40

How Spotify blew up the “Top 40” and made it the top 43,000

October 6, 2020October 6, 2020 Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter

In the continuing democratization of the music industry, Spotify and other streaming sites are spreading the wealth as more artists are getting their share of the pie every year. Read the post.

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Fuel for your music career — a collection of music industry resources

September 14, 2020September 14, 2020 Tony van Veen

One of the drivers of any successful career is developing expertise in your field. Where and how do you gather that information for your music career? Here’s a place to start. Read the post.

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How to avoid music business scams

March 3, 2020March 26, 2020 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

There are tons of legitimate music services, but the scammers are out there, too. Use these four questions to evaluate any service you’re thinking of using and avoid getting suckered into something you’ll regret. Read the post.

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How to survive as a musician in the 21st century

February 28, 2020April 14, 2021 Lee Purcell

We hear from consummate indie artist Jim Infantino to get some real-world advice about cultivating relationships, merch and physical product, and being creative with how you survive as a musician in the 21st century. Read the post.

importance of merch Joey Stuckey

The importance of merch for today’s working musician

October 10, 2019October 10, 2019 Disc Makers

Being blind hasn’t stopped Joey Stuckey from living a life of intention, joy, and music-making. He also helps design and sell his merch, which is a big part of his revenue stream as an indie artist. Read the post.

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How to unlock dozens of revenue streams from one song

May 14, 2019May 3, 2022 Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan

Your one song can create dozens of hidden revenue streams. Make more income from the fans and musicians who want access to your source tracks, stems, sounds, and more. Read the post.

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