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
Grow Your Music Fan Base by Thinking Small
This article was written by guest contributor Bob Baker, www.TheBuzzFactor.com Most songwriters and musicians hate to be labeled or categorized in any way. You probably feel the same way. That’s understandable. … Continue reading
Rapper Lil’ B Stirs Controversy with New Album Entitled "I’m Gay"
A recent article in the Huffington Post talks about Lil’ B’s controversial pronouncement (via his latest album entitled I’m Gay) that he is a “heterosexual gay male.” In the hyper-masculine … Continue reading
How to Write a Song: a lesson for beginners
Ruth Gerson wrote a 2-part article for Huffington Post giving some suggestions for beginning songwriters (or folks with writer’s block) on how to compose a tune that is addressed to … Continue reading
CD Baby Artists Now Available in 12 More iTunes Territories
iTunes goes even MORE global! We’re excited to announce that iTunes has introduced 12 new European territories for its popular download store. If your music is currently being distributed through … Continue reading
Get Out Your Crystal Ball & Write a Topical Song in Advance
According to Wikipedia: A topical song is a song that comments on political and/or social events. These types of songs are usually written about current events, but some of these songs remain popular long after the … Continue reading
SoundExchange has $1,000,000 in Unclaimed Royalties for CD Baby Artists!
Note: If SoundExchange has notified us that you are owed money, CD Baby will have already sent you an email. But even if you didn’t receive an email from us, … Continue reading
DIY Music Promo Tip: Scavenger Hunt!
And this week’s winner for “best DIY promo idea” is….. (drum roll) The Nobility! CD Baby band The Nobility has been coaxing out the inner-child of their fans by hosting … Continue reading
How To Get Sponsored: Endorsement Deals for your Band
It’s no secret that making it as an independent musician can be tough. Recording fees, promo costs, equipment costs, merch, touring and transportation expenses, countless Chalupas from Taco Bell – … Continue reading
Everything You Need to Know About Setting Up Your MusicStore for Facebook
We’re thrilled beyond measure that so many artists are already using CD Baby’s MusicStore for Facebook, the easiest way to sell MP3s, CDs, and vinyl directly to your Facebook fans … Continue reading
What Is the Difference Between a Facebook Page and Facebook Profile?
Note: CD Baby’s MusicStore for Facebook (the easiest way to sell music on Facebook) is designed to work in conjunction with a Facebook Band/Artist Page. If you only have a … Continue reading