8 beginner songwriter mistakes, how to fix them
Everyone has to start somewhere, and while it takes time to become a good songwriter, fixing these common mistakes can help expedite that process, and put you on the road. Continue reading
5 music business rules I “broke” (and so should you)
There are plenty of ideas and pieces of advice out there on what it takes to “make it” in the music business, but as is so often the case in. Continue reading
Redefining what it means to be successful in the music business [Video]
Stardom has never been an easy thing to achieve in music business, and while that isn’t changing anytime soon, how we think of success in music business can. Here, we. Continue reading
Making the most of a virtual tip jar on your music site
For artists, a virtual tip jar is a fantastic way to give fans a way to support you directly, one which has only become more popular over the past year. Continue reading
How to reward your fans
To encourage retention and growth among your fans on Patreon and elsewhere, it’s important to consider how to structure your rewards for varying levels of support. Guest post by Randy. Continue reading
9 tips for writing an informational band bio
A solid bio is a key tool in any band or artist’s promotional arsenal. Here, music industry consultant Bobby Borg offers some tips on what to include in a band. Continue reading
Defining your artist brand An easy step-by-step guide
For an artist, defining and then communicating your personal brand to an audience is key to the development of your career. Here, Dayna Young walks us through an easy step-by-step. Continue reading
How new artists ought to invest in their music career
Investing in your career is important for any band or artist looking to grow, but where exactly to allocate what precious resources you have can be a difficult quetion. Here,. Continue reading
What to do about Instagram hacking
For all levels of artist, having your Instagram account hacked is a hugely frustrating invasion of privacy and can be highly damaging to your personal brand. We here offer some. Continue reading
Hiring a music publicist: Artist’s guide
Music publicity, while one of the toughest jobs in entertainment, is also one of the most important, and as an artist, hiring the right publicist can make or break the. Continue reading
