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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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
On the Road to Well-Being: Mental and Physical Health Hacks for Touring Musicians
For most DIY Musicians, embarking on a tour is an exhilarating adventure, but let’s face it— it comes with its own set of challenges. The tight confines of tour vans, … Continue reading
The Top 10 DIY Musician Articles of 2023
Explore the highlights of 2023 on our DIY Musician Blog. As we wrap up the year, count on DIY Musician to guide you through the highlights and get you ready for what’s next! Continue reading
CD Baby Celebrates 25 Years of Empowering Independent Music
Founded by musicians for musicians – CD Baby have been steady hand guiding artists through the music industry’s evolution Since 1998. Our approach is simple: empower you, protect your rights, … Continue reading
Unlock Creative Connections with TIDAL Collabs
TIDAL Collabs is your ticket to finding the perfect musical partners, expanding your reach, and unlocking your artistic potential. Don’t miss out on this game-changing tool – give it a whirl and let your creativity shine! Continue reading
Making Waves in the UK: A Roadmap to Radio Airplay for UK Artists
The Unsigned Guide UK music industry directory has put together some tips on how you can start the ball rolling with getting radio airplay for your music… Continue reading
Latin GRAMMYs 2023: 8 CD Baby Artists Shine with Nominations Across 7 Categories
8 CD Baby Artists Nominated for the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs The complete list of the 2023 Latin GRAMMY’s nominees was unveiled on September 19th. On Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, the … Continue reading