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6 Smart Ways to Invest in Your Music Career

Do you want to take your career to the next level? Here are six strategic ways to invest in your music career to build momentum and ultimately a lasting and sustainable career.

Alana Bonilla on 03/06/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Impact of Saturday Night Live on Music as SNL turns 50

For 50 years, Saturday Night Live has been the ultimate stage for music’s biggest stars. But what is the real impact of SNL on music and what does a performance actually mean for an artist’s career?

Alana Bonilla on 03/06/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Bandcamp Friday

Bandcamp Friday matters even when you’re not releasing music

Bandcamp Friday matters. The last Bandcamp Friday on December 6th, 2024, was the biggest since February 2022 with fans spending more than $3.1 million in a single day. Later this Spring, Bandcamp Friday’s return for at least five editions in 2025.

Bruce Houghton on 03/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Independent Label CEO on Music AI and Future of the Industry

AI-generated music is evolving fast, but is it ready to replace human creativity? We hear from an independent label CEO on music AI. He tested 13 music AI tools and shares insights on the future of the industry, the risks for artists, and why human-driven music may become more valuable than ever.

Alana Bonilla on 03/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Hypebot’s Free Music Business Newsletter: Subscribe Now!

Whether you are a musician or a music industry professional, staying on top of this fast-changing business, the latest trends in marketing, and the most interesting music tech startups can feel like a full time job. We make it easy with Hypebot’s free music business newsletter.

Bruce Houghton on 03/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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NIVA '25 State Of Live

Last day to take landmark NIVA State of Live venue survey

Today Wednesday March 5th is the last day for independent venues, festivals and promoters to take the landmark NIVA State of Live survey, the first ever economic study of the U.S. independent live sector.

Bruce Houghton on 03/05/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Take Actiion SXSW

Take Action SXSW Summit and Showcases set schedule

Artist for Action, Sandy Hook Promise, Bandsintown and the Music Managers Forum-US have announced an impressive lineup for their 2025 music business Take Action SXSW Summit and Showcases featuring Passion Pit, Ginuwine, Everclear alongside industry leaders and experts.

Bruce Houghton on 03/04/2025 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Should I pull music off Spotify?

Indie musician finds more profitable alternatives to Spotify

Brett Newski found that skipping Spotify can be more profitable than streaming a song millions of times. He joins independent artists like Pitchfork Album Of The Year creator Cindy Lee in showing how direct fan support can be a more profitable alternative to Spotify.

Alana Bonilla on 03/04/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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How to grow an Engaged Fanbase using Identity Resonance

Do you want to grow an engaged fanbase that truly connects with your music? Olivia Jones from MIDiA Research shares how identity resonance turns listeners into superfans who stream more, buy more, and often become fans for life.

Alana Bonilla on 03/03/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Feature.fm adds Bandcamp integration

Feature•fm adds Bandcamp integration to drive artist revenue

Feature.fm adds Bandcamp integration so that artists and labels can automatically add Bandcamp links to their Feature.fm landing pages to connect with fans and drive more revenue.

Bruce Houghton on 03/03/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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REWIND: Last week’s Top Music Business News

Catch up on what everyone’s talking about with last week’s top music business news from Clio Music Award winners, to an FCC investigation of iHeartRadio, a NIVA SXSW must-attend panel, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 03/01/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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