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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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
CD Baby Artists Nominated for the 2024 Latin GRAMMYs
We are thrilled to share that three exceptional CD Baby artists have been nominated for the 2024 Latin GRAMMY Awards! This week, the music industry buzzed with the announcement of … Continue reading
Branding for Musicians: Expert Advice from Music Curators
As musicians, we spend lots of time thinking about things like the song we just finished writing, the album we’re planning to record, the shows we’ll book, and the platforms … Continue reading
How To Start a Band the RIGHT Way
Many musicians have experienced challenging moments during band practice. First, tensions rise over chord changes or disagreements about the direction of a song. Then, someone storms out — or worse … Continue reading
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
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
How to Copyright a Song – The Complete Music Copyright Guide
CD Baby is not able to provide you with legal advice or make legal conclusions about your circumstances. We urge you to consult with an attorney. Please see this article … Continue reading
Grow Your Fanbase with SymphonyOS!
SymphonyOS elevates independent artists at any level, whether they’re just getting started, or already an experienced professional. Continue reading
Release Diary: Kohla’s Debut Album “Romance”
Photo by Rhianonne Stone (@rhianonnestone) Planning Ahead for Success In 2023, I released my debut album, “Romance” — a cinematic neo-soul record with themes of romantic love, inner healing, and … Continue reading
Why You Should Have Canvas Videos for All of Your Songs on Spotify (And How We Can Help)
Did you know that using Spotify’s Canvas feature encourages listeners to interact with your song? Spotify’s data backs it up. If your song has a high-quality Canvas video, listeners … Continue reading