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How to Release an Album as an Independent Music Artist

How to Release an Album as an Independent Music Artist

Are you struggling with how to release an album or track to share your new music independently with the world? As an artist trying to gain attention in the digital music landscape, simply uploading your track to Spotify and hoping for the best is a recipe for disappointment. With ...

January 14th, 2025|

Single Track Releases

Problems with the Music Industry: Is It On The Edge of a Cliff?

Problems with the Music Industry: Is It On The Edge of a Cliff?

Eleven2024-11-22T13:21:47-06:00January 7th, 2025|

How to Start a Cover Band: Your First Step to Stardom

How to Start a Cover Band: Your First Step to Stardom

Eleven2024-11-08T10:55:33-06:00December 17th, 2024|

How to Monetize Music: 12 Strategies to Start Earning from Your Craft

How to Monetize Music: 12 Strategies to Start Earning from Your Craft

Eleven2024-11-06T14:03:43-06:00December 3rd, 2024|

Why Independent Musicians Should Focus on Storytelling, Not Record Labels

Why Independent Musicians Should Focus on Storytelling, Not Record Labels

Eleven2024-11-14T16:08:36-06:00November 26th, 2024|

The Best Ear Protection for Musicians: Top Products to Safeguard Your Hearing

The Best Ear Protection for Musicians: Top Products to Safeguard Your Hearing

Eleven2024-11-06T09:53:59-06:00November 19th, 2024|

DIY Band Shirts: Ways Independent Bands Can Save Money on Band Merch

DIY Band Shirts: Ways Independent Bands Can Save Money on Band Merch

Eleven2024-09-12T11:13:11-05:00November 5th, 2024|

Music Publishing 101: What Does a Music Publisher Do?

Music Publishing 101: What Does a Music Publisher Do?

Eleven2024-10-11T06:13:29-05:00October 15th, 2024|

Making a DVD: How Independent Musicians Can Turn Live Performances into Memorable Band Merch

Making a DVD: How Independent Musicians Can Turn Live Performances into Memorable Band Merch

Eleven2024-09-06T14:21:15-05:00October 1st, 2024|

Become a Better Musician: Productivity and Organizational Tips for Independent Musicians

Become a Better Musician: Productivity and Organizational Tips for Independent Musicians

Eleven2024-09-20T15:06:10-05:00September 3rd, 2024|

Career in Music: Why Pursuing One Can Be So Fulfilling and Rewarding

Career in Music: Why Pursuing One Can Be So Fulfilling and Rewarding

Eleven2024-08-07T17:24:58-05:00August 6th, 2024|

The Best YouTube Channels for Music Producers: Getting Started with Music Production

The Best YouTube Channels for Music Producers: Getting Started with Music Production

Eleven2024-06-19T08:46:11-05:00July 2nd, 2024|

How to Start a Sustainable Music Career You’ll Love: My Perspective

How to Start a Sustainable Music Career You’ll Love: My Perspective

Eleven2024-05-24T14:27:21-05:00June 4th, 2024|

The Unsung Hero of Your Band’s Success Story: Crafting the Ultimate Electronic Press Kit and Band Bio

The Unsung Hero of Your Band’s Success Story: Crafting the Ultimate Electronic Press Kit and Band Bio

Eleven2024-09-20T15:03:50-05:00May 14th, 2024|

Releasing Music Without Spotify: How to Retain Control, Value, & Revenue From Your Music

Releasing Music Without Spotify: How to Retain Control, Value, & Revenue From Your Music

Eleven2024-04-26T13:56:34-05:00May 7th, 2024|

How to Find a Manager as an Independent Artist

How to Find a Manager as an Independent Artist

Ashley Ferraro2024-04-23T22:39:55-05:00April 23rd, 2024|

Free Content Albums

Music artists need to create fan experiences and build relationships with fans, venues, and other industry professionals in order to help increase sales