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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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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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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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GETTING THINGS DONE: Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week’s top independent musician news included tips and advice on approved ways to promote music on Spotify, Instagram updates and tips, songwriter royalties, vocal production tips, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 03/01/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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New Music Fintech from Jukebox, Demuzo, Traklib & Amuse

Improving independent artists and labels earn, track and collect royalties as well as access working capital when they need it is the focus of more music tech startups. Here is. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 02/28/2025 in Music Tech | Permalink | Comments (2)
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How to Get ISRC Codes to Track Music Revenue

UMG and others are embracing ISNI ID codes, but that doesn’t mean you can ignore the more traditional ISRC codes to track music and ensure you receive the royalties you deserve.

Alana Bonilla on 02/28/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Kobalt’s KOSIGN: Music Publishing for Independent Songwriters

Kobalt’s KOSIGN, a new platform giving artists and songwriters full control over their royalties and publishing. With global royalty collection and flexible agreements, it could be a game-changer for some music creators.

Alana Bonilla on 02/27/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Marketing Music on Instagram just got easier

Marketing music on Instagram just easier thanks to new features from playable track snippets in DMs to scheduled messages and group chat QR codes, these updates are perfect for music marketing.

Alana Bonilla on 02/26/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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UMG just assigned 100K ISNI IDs: You need to get one too

Universal Music Group (UMG) has announced its official adoption of ISNI IDs as a global identifier assigned to anyone involved in the creation of intellectual property.

Bruce Houghton on 02/25/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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