Indie Music

How musicians can thrive in 2025: Bruce Houghton on the Music Biz Weekly Podcast

Bruce Houghton joins Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert on a new Music Biz Weekly Podcast to discuss what’s ahead for the music industry and how musicians can thrive in 2025. LISTEN & WATCH HERE:

Bruce Houghton on 12/24/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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DistroKid Union Petition: 4300 Artists Rally for Workers’ Rights

The DistroKid Union has delivered a petition to DistroKid management signed by more than 4,300 artists and record labels calling on the diy music distributor to reverse a decision to lay off 37 union employees.

Bruce Houghton on 12/24/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

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DIY & Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week in DIY & independent musician news, our indie readers tuned into topics like a new affordable SoundCloud subscription, Holiday selfcare, starting a band, the importance of metadata, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 12/21/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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10 Great Musician Websites: Strong Design and Fan Engagement

Looking for inspiration to create the perfect website for your music? Check out these 10 great musician websites that set the standard for design, functionality, and fan engagement.

Alana Bonilla on 12/20/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Best Christmas Playlists of 2024: Spotify, Apple Music & YouTube

We take a pause from our regular programming to offer the Best Christmas Playlists 2024 on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube complete with links. Best Christmas Playlists of 2024 Spotify. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 12/19/2024 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Music Execs share Advice for the Next Generation

Top music execs share advice for the industry’s next generation with popular music business pundit and podcaster Warner Bailey of Assistants vs Agents.

Bruce Houghton on 12/18/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (4)

Tags: Bandsintown, music, music business, music industry, musician, musicians, Spotify

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Why Metadata Matters: It Can Make or Break a Music Career

Metadata might seem small, but it’s a game-changer for your music’s success. From better discoverability to getting paid on time, here’s why metadata matters…

Alana Bonilla on 12/18/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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SoundCloud Artist subscriptions get much more affordable

Money is almost always tight for most musicians, and SoundCloud has launched an affordable yet robust Artist subscription tier that acknowledges that.

Bruce Houghton on 12/17/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (4)

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Members Media review: Brian Hazard tests the music marketing platform

Music promo expert, Brian Hazard (aka the Ralph Nader of musician services) does the testing and shares a music marketing platform Members Media review.

Alana Bonilla on 12/17/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)

Tags: ad campaign, DIY, DIY musicians, Members Media, music, music industry, music promotion, musician, musicians, social media promotion

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UMG’s Virgin to acquire Downtown Music, CD Baby, Songtrust

Universal Music Group’ Virgin to acquire Downtown Music Holdings, significantly expanding its independent music footprint, for $775 million.

Bruce Houghton on 12/16/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Downtown, music, music business, music industry, musician, musicians, Spotify, Virgin

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