The Best Strategies for Releasing a Single Now that you understand why singles are so important in today’s music industry (see Part 1), it’s time to focus on the strategy … Continue reading
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Why Releasing Singles Matters (And How to Do It Right) – Part I
Releasing a single song might seem simple—record it, upload it, and wait for streams to roll in. But in today’s fast-moving music industry, a strategic approach to singles is essential … Continue reading
Spotify for Artists 2025 Campaign Kit is Here!
The world of music marketing is always evolving, and as a DIY musician, it’s important to stay in-the-know about new ways to gain listenership and fans for your music. If … Continue reading
Understanding Music Metadata in 2025
What is music metadata? Music metadata is data embedded in your songs and albums that gets used to display information on digital streaming platforms (DSPs), and make collection of royalties … Continue reading
CD Baby Artists Score Big at the 2025 Grammy Nominations
We’re so excited to share that six CD Baby artists and projects snagged nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards! Continue reading
Releasing Your Music During the End-of-Year Holiday Season
Whether you’re planning to drop a festive track, an entire holiday album, or just some good old-fashioned winter vibes, there are a couple of things you need to know to ensure your holiday release goes off without a hitch. Continue reading
Instagram’s New Feature Makes It Easier for Fans to Save Your Music
Now, when someone hears a song they like in an Instagram Post or Story, they can instantly add it to their Spotify playlist with one tap. Continue reading
Your Music Deserves More Than TikTok!
If you want a career that lasts beyond social media, building a solid release strategy that includes distributing your music to all platforms is still essential. Continue reading
CD Baby Artists Nominated for the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs
We are thrilled to share that three exceptional CD Baby artists have been nominated for the 2024 Latin GRAMMY Awards! This week, the music industry buzzed with the announcement of … Continue reading
How To Start a Band the RIGHT Way
Many musicians have experienced challenging moments during band practice. First, tensions rise over chord changes or disagreements about the direction of a song. Then, someone storms out — or worse … Continue reading