Music Marketing

Best TikTok Alternatives for Musicians as indie takedowns loom

October 31st was the expiration date for hundreds of licensing deals for independent distributors and labels including DistroKid, CD Baby, Secretly and Beggars. So what are the best TikTok alternatives?

Bruce Houghton on 11/01/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Just 20% of Artists get 1000 Monthly Streams on Spotify

Only 20% of artists get 1000 or more monthly streams on Spotify according analysis by Luminate. Learn why most artists fall short.

Alana Bonilla on 11/01/2024 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (2)

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

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Threads passes 275M users monthly, 3.29B use Meta apps daily

Meta apps have 3.29 billion daily users as the company’s Twitter competitor Threads passes 275M users monthly.

Bruce Houghton on 11/01/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Why Musicians Should Stop Wasting Time on Superfans

Marketing insights from Byron Sharp explain why musician should stop wasting time on superfans. Casual listeners drive lasting growth. Learn how top artists like Taylor Swift use this approach to expand their reach and impact.

Alana Bonilla on 10/31/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (4)

Tags: DIY, DIY musicians, music, music industry, musician, musicians, superfans

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How To Promote Music Internationally Free: 7 Tips

Here are some proven strategies to promote music internationally without spending a dime. From online platforms to social media tips, learn how to connect with global audiences and grow your. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 10/31/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Free Music Business News, Never A Paywall: Hypebot

The media that covers music business news, music marketing and music tech is increasingly behind a paywall. But Hypebot always provides 100% free music business news with no paywall… ever.. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 10/31/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Join Bandcamp alternative Subvert: Cooperatively Owned and Operated

Bandcamp alternative Subvert has signed up 950 artists, 166 labels, and 230 supporters as founding members and is looking for more.

Bruce Houghton on 10/30/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Bandcamp, DIY musicians, music, music business, music industry, musician, Subvert

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Ditto dumps Merlin as TikTok takedown of millions of indie tracks looms

Ditto dumps Merlin deal and signs directly with TikTok as this week’s takedown of millions of tracks by independent artists used in videos looms.

Bruce Houghton on 10/28/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: DIY musicians, Merlin, music, music business, music tech, musician

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How To Create Custom Spotify Playlist Covers

Boost the appeal of your playlists by learning how to create custom Spotify playlist covers that grab attention and elevate your brand. Check out how simple personalized visuals can increase engagement and help you stand out on the platform.

Alana Bonilla on 10/25/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: DIY, DIY musicians, music, music industry, musician, musicians, playlist, Spotify

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Unleashing the Power of Instagram Analytics for Musicians

Unlock the full potential of Instagram analytics for musicians and music marketing. These data insights will help refine your strategy and connect with more fans.

Alana Bonilla on 10/24/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: DIY, DIY musicians, Instagram, music, music industry, musician, musicians

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