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Top tips for booking gigs as an indie artist
Booking shows as an indie artist can be a tough nut to crack, but with the right strategies, you can create opportunities that help you grow your audience and sharpen your craft. Here are some “best practices” to guide you.
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Automatically claim royalties from your music with CDB Boost
Is music publishing worth it in 2025? The data says yes, now more than ever, you should be claiming royalties your music is already earning. According to 2024 research from … Continue reading
Social Media Makeover: Improve Your Online Presence in a Day
Looking for some quick ways to spruce up your social media? According to the July 2025 Songwriters Survey from Midia, 1 in every 5 songwriters is prioritizing social media for … Continue reading
10 Ways to Avoid the Void and Find Your Fans
Over 100,000 tracks are uploaded to Spotify every day. But there are thousands more music listeners waiting to discover their next favorite artist. Here are 10 tips to find your … Continue reading
Email Marketing for Musicians: A Guide to Growing Your Fanbase and Boosting Revenue
Social media is the music marketing equivalent of busking on the street. Contending with shifting algorithms and a constant stream of content is like vying for the attention of passersby. … Continue reading
The Benefits of a Music Landing Page: Promote your music with HearNow
Whether you’re an active musician maintaining countless pages to manage your music career or a new artist looking to make a splash with your debut release, a centralized music landing … Continue reading
TikTok Spark Ads: A Beginner’s Guide for Independent Artists
You already know TikTok is one of the biggest forces in music discovery today. But how do you cut through the noise and get your song in front of the … Continue reading
How to Make the Most of Your Spotify Artist Profile
Your Spotify artist profile isn’t just a placeholder—it’s your storefront, your press kit, your digital merch table, and your virtual stage all rolled into one. Every day, millions of fans … Continue reading
Short Form Video: How to Show Off Your Chops on Social Media
It’s no secret that making short-form videos can be a powerful strategy for musicians. Countless artists have used them to grow their fanbase and get more ears on their music. … Continue reading