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How to optimize your Spotify for Artists profile

When someone discovers your track through a Spotify playlist, radio, or a recommendation from a friend, the first thing they’ll … Continue reading →

Melina KB
Interview

Artist Spotlight: Melina KB

Melina KB is a musical theater-pop artist originally from the Boston area and based in Nashville, Tennessee. Inspired by productions like Wicked and RENT as well as artists like No … Continue reading →

August 29, 2025
Music Career Tips

How to create an electronic press kit (EPK)

This article was updated October 12, 2026 You’re ready to pitch your new release or approach a venue about booking a show. Can the person receiving your email check out … Continue reading →

August 27, 2025
How to pitch the press
Music Marketing

How to get press coverage on your next release

Press coverage is a powerful arm of your music release strategy. Writeups can win you new fans, strengthen your reputation, and create lasting opportunities. That starts with learning to pitch … Continue reading →

August 27, 2025
Guide to mental health
Music Career Tips

The Independent Musician’s Guide to Mental Health

Introduction: Mental Health for Musicians Today Navigating today’s music industry can take a serious toll on a musician’s mental health. More than 73 percent of independent music makers experience symptoms … Continue reading →

August 20, 2025
Essential Show.Co campaigns to know
Music Marketing

How to run effective marketing campaigns with Show.co

This article was updated October 1, 2026 A strong music release strategy can send you scrambling in a few directions to carry out all the aspects of your campaign, from … Continue reading →

August 19, 2025
CD Baby Artist Spotlight: Lee Wilson
Music Career Tips

Artist Spotlight: Lee Wilson

East coast singer-songwriter Lee Wilson began his career as an aspiring pop/R&B artist. After years of bending his sound to fit label expectations—and burning out in the process—he took a … Continue reading →

August 18, 2025
How to turn casual listeners into superfans
Music Marketing

How to convert casual listeners into superfans: Q&A with Dan Goldberg

Introduction If you want to grow your fanbase and boost your music income, you’ve probably heard the term superfans. These are the die-hard followers who buy your merch, attend your … Continue reading →

August 12, 2025
Music Career Tips

How to network in the music industry to advance your career

From sharing stages to exchanging emails, a lot of networking in the music industry is organic and spontaneous. It’s why common advice is to stay active: play and attend shows … Continue reading →

August 6, 2025
How to grow your most valuable Spotify segment: Spotify super listeners
Music Streaming

How to grow your Spotify super listeners

From casual listeners to die-hards, every fan segment plays an important role in supporting an artist’s career, but one segment that’s particularly effective at moving the needle is Spotify super … Continue reading →

July 31, 2025
How to use Apple Music Album Motion
Music Streaming

How to use Apple Music Album Motion

If you’re looking for a way to deepen engagement with fans and bring some excitement to your album covers, Apple Music Album Motion is here! What is Apple Music Album … Continue reading →

July 30, 2025

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