IF you do it right, advertising on social is one of the best ways to build an audience for your music. But so many musicians are held back by bad … Continue reading
Author: CD Baby
#339: How to Reach Fans Beyond Social Media
There’s no doubt, great social content can unlock so many doors in your music career. But “social” can also feel tired and impersonal, like you’re shouting into the void. In … Continue reading
#338: “5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Making Music”
Are there common struggles most young musicians face? Can they be avoided? Whether you’re a new musician just starting out, or you’re an experienced artist looking for a reminder on … Continue reading
BONUS EPISODE: The Future of DIY
After 15 years of hosting this podcast, Kevin Breuner has moved on to the next adventure in his music career — but the DIY Musician Podcast will continue! What’s going … Continue reading
CD Baby without CDs?
CD Baby will soon end our physical distribution program. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: On June 22, CD Baby will stop distributing CDs & vinyl in order to focus on the continuing development … Continue reading
#337: My Top 6 Pieces of Advice for Artists – Kevin’s Parting Words
After 17 years at CD Baby and 15 years hosting this DIY Musician Podcast, Kevin Breuner has a big announcement: He’s saying farewell to both and looking forward to a … Continue reading
#336: The INSANE Social Content Idea List for Musicians
Artists who want to promote their music online know they have to be active on social to build an audience and engage fans, but some days you just don’t know … Continue reading
Introducing Apple Music Classical
Classical music nerds rejoice: Apple Music Classical is here! What is Apple Music Classical? Apple Music Classical is the new streaming app designed specifically for classical music. It’s sleek, user-friendly, … Continue reading
#335: Why Musicians Quit – And How to Avoid It!
Pursuing a music career can be incredibly challenging. As an independent musician, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and frustrated. The journey is full of ups and downs, and the road … Continue reading
#334: 5 New Spotify Features & 5 Fun Hacks
Spotify has some amazing new features to promote your music and create a better listening experience for users. In this episode, we’ll discuss each of them, as well as five … Continue reading