As musicians, we often focus so much on the making of the music that we don’t always stop to consider how we’re going to release it. Should it be a single? An EP? A full-blown album? This question can sneak…
We all know that playing live is one of the most rewarding parts of being a musician, that mix of nerves, adrenaline, and connection is hard to beat. But let’s be honest: good vibes don’t always pay the bills. That’s…
In the (good) old days, releasing music felt like the finish line. You’d write, record, mix, master, and finally share your work with the world. Then, you’d wait and hope people would listen. But in today’s digital landscape, the release…
Artificial intelligence is fast becoming a part of every corner of our lives (yes, even music) however, one thing still reigns supreme: human connection. I recently read a piece over at RouteNote titled “Superfans vs AI: How to Build a…
Every so often I come across an article that feels like it puts into words something I’ve been dancing around for years, something I’ve lived, practised, and even preached, but haven’t quite nailed down in such a simple, actionable way.…
If you’re a songwriter, musician or producer with a finished track in hand, you know the feeling: the excitement, the pride, and, not far behind, the big question… “Now what?” That question used to have a pretty straightforward answer: sign…
As independent musicians, we’re often wearing so many hats we forget which one’s on our head at any given moment. One minute we’re recording a demo, the next we’re designing our album art, then we’re knee-deep in promo plans wondering…
If you’ve spent any time online this year (and let’s be honest, who hasn’t?), you’ll know that video isn’t going anywhere. In fact, it’s busier than ever. I just read a solid piece on the DIY Musician blog called Video…
I recently came across an article on Audio Services that’s worth your time if you care at all about how music gets made and how it reaches the people who need it. It’s called “How to Leave Spotify” and it’s…