Deerhoof leaves Spotify, but not over royalties

Deerhoof leaves Spotify, but not over royalties: Full Statement

Trailblazing indie band Deerhoof leaves Spotify, pulling all of their music off the streamer. Their music will still be available on Apple Music, Amazon Music and other streaming platforms.

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Musician’s Guide to Cover Art

Cover art is the first thing listeners see – and one of the most common reasons releases get delayed. This musician’s guide to cover art breaks down everything you need to know to design standout visuals that meet streaming platform guidelines and elevate your music.

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How To Protect Your Mental Health on Social Media as a Musician

Social media can help grow a music career – but it can just as easily drain your energy, confidence, and creativity. Learn how to protect your mental health on social media as a musician, set boundaries, and use social platforms in a way that supports your artistry instead of sabotaging it.

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Independent Musician News: Community, Cringe, and Getting Paid

Listen up! Last week’s collection of independent musician news and helpful tips includes a guide on converting listeners to fans, cringe becomes a commodity, and more… Independent Musician News

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Why Indie Musicians Should Release Holiday Albums

Releasing a holiday album could be the easiest way to earn more from your music this season—and now’s the time to start. This guide covers why, how, and offers a video to get you started. Learn why most indie musicians should release a holiday album.

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Casual Listeners into Loyal Fans

How to Turn Casual Listeners into Loyal Fans

What actually turns casual listeners into loyal fans? Ian Campbell breaks down the emotional and strategic steps every artist should know to build a real and monetizable fanbase.

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Musician’s Income Checklist: Get Paid What You Deserve

If you work in music, getting paid often isn’t easy—but it can be. This simple musician’s income checklist helps you ask the right questions so you paids what you deserve.

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Independent Musician News: House shows, Managers, Fans, More

This week, our tips and advice and D.I.Y. and independent musician news last week covered playing house concerts, how to make it in uncertain times, becoming an artist manager, building a smart release strategy, and more…

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My Journey to Becoming an Artist Manager at 20

At 20 years old, Ale Gil started managing artists while still in college at Berklee – learning everything from booking shows to building an artist’s brand. Ali shares the journey to becoming an artist manager and what it really takes to break into the music industry.

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How to Build a Music Release Strategy in 2025

Dropping a track without a plan in 2025 is a fast track to getting lost in the noise. This guide breaks down how to build a music release strategy including a step-by-step guide that builds momentum, boost streams, and turns every release into a moment.

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