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 email list and make a profit by GIVING AWAY your albums for free
How to build your audience (and NOT lose money) by giving away free CDs. Last year I started doing something kinda unusual. I offered to mail fans a FREE signed … Continue reading
How an indie hip-hop artist, Call Me Ace, charted on Billboard and iTunes
This direct marketing strategy helped me chart at #3 on iTunes and #50 on Billboard. It was all a dream: “I believe I can chart on Billboard with this album!” … Continue reading
Why nobody is noticing your music
Why can’t I get any recognition for my music? Why do other bands get the gigs when we’re clearly better musicians? Why can’t we book more gigs? We should be … Continue reading
Ad-supported streaming is contagious, and coming to your smart home device soon!
Free streaming tiers available to owners of two popular home devices. Amazon announced plans to make Amazon Music available for free — with ads — to Echo owners. Now Google … Continue reading
How to deal with stage fright without booze or drugs
The healthy way to confront stage fright as a performing musician. Beta blockers. A shot of booze. A couple beers. Sure, those can all have some effect when battling stage … Continue reading
5 ways you don’t understand your fans (and that’s why they’re tuning you out)
Do you really “know” your fans online? I don’t mean, like, having a clear picture of your target demographic or creating some fan avatar. I mean YOUR ACTUAL FANS. Are … Continue reading
How a songwriter in his 60s broke back into the music industry
Independent musician Daniel Antopolsky started building a music career in his 60s. I’ve written before about age in the music industry. In many respects, age isn’t an asset: the big and … Continue reading
Ellis Paul’s editing tips for songwriters
The Incredible Editing Wheel for Songwriters. This was designed as an inspirational poster for people attending my songwriting workshops and retreats. It’s a visual representation of what I teach about … Continue reading
10 vocal tricks to unlock your songwriting
Improve your songwriting with these ten vocal and melodic tricks. We’ve all been there: You’ve got an amazing hook for your new song. But you freeze as you realize you have … Continue reading
How to Boost Streams With Spotify Pre-Saves
A high stream-count on its first day can be an indicator of success for your newest song or album on Spotify, as it shows Spotify that your music might be … Continue reading