Effective mental tools for songwriters [This guest post was written by Dan Hazlett, an acclaimed songwriter, performer, and teacher.] After spending more than thirty years writing and performing songs and … Continue reading
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101 Ways to Make Money as a Musician
This is a guest post from Philip Taylor, editor-in-chief at PT Money, where the focus is on fixing your finances so you can build the life you want. His podcast … Continue reading
How to Copyright Your Music
Why independent songwriters should register the copyright for their music [This article is written by guest contributor Anthony Ceseri.] Please Note: This article discusses opinions on copyrighting your music and … Continue reading
Introducing CD Baby’s MusicStore for Facebook, Version 2.0
Selling Your Music on Facebook Just Got Easier. If you’ve already been using CD Baby’s MusicStore to sell your music on Facebook, you know it’s an ideal way to get … Continue reading
7 Deadly Sins Musicians Are Committing on Facebook & Twitter
Are you committing any of these social media sins? I’ve been personally manning the Jaden Social Facebook and Twitter pages since starting the company in my bedroom back in November 2011. … Continue reading
6 Steps to Songwriting Success
[This post was written by guest contributor Anthony Ceseri.] I know it can seem difficult sometimes, but achieving songwriting success is very possible. Most of what you need to do … Continue reading
5 Music Biz Myths Debunked
[This post was written by guest contributors Ari Herstand and Cheryl B. Engelhardt.] Ever since Myspace hit, musicians have been attempting to showcase themselves online in the most attractive light … Continue reading
As a Musician, How Do I Get an Endorsement Deal? (Questions from SXSW, Pt. 1)
Endorsement Deals for Independent Artists HELPFULAW FOR THE INDIE ARTIST is a legal advice column on matters pertaining to the music industry. If you have a suggestion for a future article that … Continue reading
5 Ways to Save Money on Musical Instruments
David Bakke shares tips for shopping smart, saving money, and investing for the future on the blog Money Crashers Personal Finance. Considering that the price of a guitar can cost hundreds … Continue reading
Offline Social Networking Tips for Musicians
[In this post, guest contributor and full-time DIY musician Ari Herstand talks about social networking (“social” and “networking”) away from your computer. Throughout the article, he’s sprinkled links to other good … Continue reading




