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…
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…
Thinking about dropping your next release on vinyl or CD? Here’s how to know if you’re ready… and how to make it worth it. This guide by Randi Zimmerman helps indie musicians determine whether they’re ready to take the leap…
Turn your music into revenue! Learn how windowing can boost your earnings and make your next release more profitable. This article explores the concept of windowing as a strategy for musicians to maximize revenue from new music releases, addressing the…
In this how-to guide, we’ll walk you through the process of planning, recording, and releasing your first EP, from your home studio to streaming platforms. This article provides a comprehensive guide for independent musicians on how to plan, record, and…
Historically speaking, artists have needed assistance getting their music into people’s hands. Enter the music distributor! The article “How To Navigate a Distribution Deal for Music” by Chris Huff on Disc Makers Blog delves into the evolving landscape of music…
I’ve been around long enough to guarantee one thing: YOU might only be in one place, but your potential fans are NOT. In the insightful article “Bandcamp & SoundCloud are NOT enough (Why you need music distribution)” by Chris Robley…
Without the correct metadata in place, the millions of tracks available for streaming would become an incomprehensible mess. The article “How to Optimize Your Music Metadata” on the Disc Makers Blog delves into the crucial role of metadata in the…
Today’s Big Question: how often should you, a musician working on gaining momentum, building an audience, and otherwise filling your big head full of steam, be releasing music? The article from Two Story Melody, “How Often Should I Release Music?”,…