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
Long Live the Extravagances of Rock
With the Beach Boys’ fabled Smile finally seeing release last month, music publications have been flush with some of the more famous anecdotes surrounding this legendarily ambitious project. One of the most … Continue reading
Are You Using Your Music for Good?
According to South Park’s Eric Cartman, the holidays are about one very important thing: ham. Hopefully for the rest of us it’s a season of giving. If you see your musical … Continue reading
How to Think Like an "Indie" Entrepreneur in Today's Music Industry
This post was written by guest contributor brian botkiller. “Indie” has become quite the buzzword over the past decade, but it means a lot more than just a section in … Continue reading
5 Tips to Performing in Cold Weather
Snow, and ice, and chills, oh my! As a general rule, it’s probably not the best idea to play outdoor shows in the dead of winter. It’s tough on your … Continue reading
How to Make a Headphone Tuner
CD Baby artists Hey Marseilles may be doing quite well these days, quickly building a national buzz with love from NPR and KEXP, but apparently they still need to MacGyver … Continue reading
Are Jealousy & Sour Grapes Killing Your Music Career?
The German word “Schadenfreude”: pleasure derived from the misfortunes of others. Ever felt that? Go on, admit it! Some unworthy media darlings who’ve been monopolizing the buzz finally get a … Continue reading
6 Tips to Busking Success: takin' it to the street
Beat in the Street from Jordan Satmary on Vimeo. So you want to make money as a street performer, huh? Well, busking ain’t for the feint of heart; it takes … Continue reading
An Interview with Escort, CD Baby's Favorite DIY Disco Orchestra
After a string of critically acclaimed 12″ releases that quickly became staples for DJs around the globe, Escort released their long-awaited, debut full-length, the self-titled “Escort.” True to their DIY … Continue reading
CDs Make Perfect Stocking Stuffers
Whether you’re a festive fanatic (ala Clark Griswold circa Christmas Vacation) or a bah-humbugging Scrooge, some part of you probably acknowledges the joy of giving presents. The season is hectic enough, though, … Continue reading
New Spotify Apps Make Spotify a "Music Platform"
A “music platform?” So says Spotify CEO Daniel Ek. Though they are not live yet, new apps will be introduced into the Spotify universe by Rolling Stone Magazine, Pitchfork, Last.fm, … Continue reading