Your Spotify artist profile isn’t just a placeholder—it’s your storefront, your press kit, your digital merch table, and your virtual … Continue reading
How to play a successful – and profitable! – virtual show
[This article is a guest post written by Matt Thomas of Concert Window.] Whether you’re an emerging artist or a seasoned professional, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the amount of … Continue reading
How setting limits in the studio can lead to creative success
5 ways to improve your recordings by setting limitations in the studio In a creative space, endless options can drive us crazy. This is especially true in the studio, where expectations run … Continue reading
How to stretch your recording budget and get more for your money
[This post was written by guest contributor Dave Kusek of New Artist Model.] Budgeting is probably one of the most overlooked aspects of planning for a new album or project. Compared … Continue reading
A Guide to Getting Gigs: What to do before looking for gigs
[This article was written by guest contributor Yannick Ilunga of The Jazz Spotlight.] Some do it for the thrill of being on stage. Some do it to see the world, … Continue reading
Three Common Music Publishing Deals for Songwriters
Here’s a story you’ve probably heard before: band makes it big, everybody gets rich, the songwriter gets richer. Why does the songwriter make more money? Music publishing! If you’re a … Continue reading
The college radio DJ’s dilemma
[Editor’s note: This article was written by Michael Corcoran of MusicSUBMIT. I’m posting it here because I think it illustrates not only the benefits of a service like MusicSUBMIT, but because it … Continue reading
Are you getting paid everything you’re owed from interactive streaming?
As music streaming continues to grow in popularity, it’s becoming more and more important for artists to understand how they can earn money from this new mode of music delivery. … Continue reading
What you should do when your gig is over to make sure you get booked again
In my guide “How to Book My Band” I outline steps you can take to get gigs for your band. I also talk about how to plan and pull off a … Continue reading
Which popular Christmas songs are still protected by copyright?
‘Tis the season… … when you start to see Christmas decorations right beside the Halloween candy in Costco. That’s right, summer is barely over and it’s already time for holiday … Continue reading
How to make your album art connect with listeners in the age of digital music
[The image to the left is the album cover for Aphex Twin’s new Syro.] An album represents a chapter in your creative life. You put lots of emotion, time, energy, and … Continue reading