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Music Career Tips

Being a musician is more than just plugging in your instrument. Learn tips on how to advance your music career on stage and beyond. Here you’ll find information about touring, how to make money with merch, how to brand yourself, and other ways to develop your music project into a business.

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Music Career Tips

How To Organize Your Music Files (So You Don’t Lose Your Mind)

Ever felt the frustration of digging through a digital haystack just to find one tiny needle of a file? You’re not alone. A cluttered file system isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s … Continue reading →

March 27, 2025
Music Career Tips

5 Things Musicians Get Wrong About Advertising

Unleash the full potential of music advertising and propel your career to new heights by challenging these common misconceptions. Continue reading →

March 19, 2025
Music Career Tips

Why Releasing Singles Matters (And How to Do It Right) – Part III

How to Promote Your Single Like a Pro You’ve recorded your song, planned the release, and now it’s out in the world. But dropping a single isn’t enough—promotion is what … Continue reading →

March 12, 2025
The Best Strategies for Releasing a Single
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Why Releasing Singles Matters (And How to Do It Right) – Part II

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 →

March 5, 2025
Advertising

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 →

February 19, 2025
Music Career Tips

Get Ready: Spotify’s 2024 Wrapped Is Around the Corner!

The official Spotify for Artists blog has recently announced essential dates for its annual Wrapped event, and it’s time to get excited! This yearly occasion witnesses millions of music enthusiasts … Continue reading →

November 6, 2024
Booking

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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October 24, 2024
Music Career Tips

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 →

October 10, 2024
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Igniting Your Music’s Potential with CD Baby Boost

You’ve put out songs. You’re getting streams. You’re building a fan base. But are you making the most out of your music? You might not be if you haven’t added … Continue reading →

May 30, 2024
Music Career Tips

How To Win a GRAMMY as an Independent Artist

A lot of work goes on behind the scenes before an independent artist is nominated for a GRAMMY. This year, CD Baby musician and composer Carla Patullo won the “Best … Continue reading →

May 16, 2024

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