Did you know that using Spotify’s Canvas feature encourages listeners to interact with your song? Spotify’s data backs it … Continue reading
10 Ways to Hit High Notes (Without Straining)
Vocal techniques to help you sing high notes without cracking or strain. [Workshop your singing with Matt in-person at the DIY Musician Conference, this August 26-28 in Austin — or watch … Continue reading
Musicians – Don’t be THIS person
From sympathy seekers to entitled divas and everything in between, we’ll learn why it’s essential to keep our egos in check, be kind to fellow artists, and embrace a little thing called humility. Continue reading
How to (Legitimately) Boost Your Song Streams
There’s a lot of talk in the music industry today about bot streams and fake playlists. It’s a very real problem, not just because big artists and labels are buying … Continue reading
5 Things Musicians Get Wrong About Advertising
Unleash the full potential of music advertising and propel your career to new heights by challenging these common misconceptions. Continue reading
How to Reach Fans Beyond Social Media
Discover unconventional strategies to engage with fans beyond social media and expand your fan base. Explore creative ideas that go beyond the screen, fostering meaningful interactions and immersing yourself in an exciting world of fan engagement and self-promotion marketing. Continue reading
What New Musicians Can Learn from the Breakout Success of Peso Pluma
In the music and career of Mexican artist Peso Pluma, “old & new walk hand-in-hand.” That’s how Erika Parr (CD Baby’s International Content Marketing Manager) describes it in the THE … Continue reading
5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Making Music
Dive deep into the music career lessons we have learned along the way, and the things we wished we knew when we started. Continue reading
TIDAL Artist Home: Everything Musicians Need to Know
Claim & customize your TIDAL artist profile today! With tens of thousands of new tracks released every day, it’s important to visually differentiate yourself from other artists. Especially before an … Continue reading
CD Baby without CDs?
CD Baby will soon end our physical distribution program. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: On June 22, CD Baby will stop distributing CDs & vinyl in order to focus on the continuing development … Continue reading
9 Things to Expect When You Market Your Music
Marketing your music can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially if it’s your first time. You’re putting your new music in the spotlight, and it’s going to get a reaction. Music … Continue reading