April 2026
What Social Media Is Actually Doing To Musicians (And How To Take Back Control)
There’s a piece of advice that’s been floating around musician circles for a while now, and it’s sharper than it first appears: “Use the tools, don’t be the tools.” On the surface it sounds obvious. Of course you use the tools. You’re a musician, not a social media manager. But look at how most independent […]
The Superfan: What They Are and Why They Matter More Than Your Stream Count Any Day
There’s a moment most independent artists know well. You check your Spotify for Artists dashboard, see your monthly listener count sitting at a number that feels respectable, and then you check your bank account. You unfortunately find that the two figures have absolutely nothing to do with each other. Streaming numbers feel like progress. They […]
The “To Never Do” List: 7 Mindset Rules Every Musician Should Know
Most music business advice focuses on what you should do. Build your fanbase. Release consistently. Pitch to playlists. Network. The list goes on. But Joe from Home Studio Corner recently shared something a little different, and honestly more useful. On his lates video which coincides with the 17th anniversary of running his music production blog, […]