We’re so excited to share that six CD Baby artists and projects snagged nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards! 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
Introducing Apple Music Classical
Classical music nerds rejoice: Apple Music Classical is here! What is Apple Music Classical? Apple Music Classical is the new streaming app designed specifically for classical music. It’s sleek, user-friendly, … Continue reading
Top 5 Home Recording Tips for Independent Musicians
As an indie artist on a limited budget, you want to have a home recording studio and recording process that doesn’t break the bank or slow you down when inspiration … Continue reading
Why Musicians Quit (and How to Avoid It)
5 reasons why artists stop making music: Pursuing a music career can be incredibly challenging. As an independent musician, it’s easy to get overwhelmed, frustrated, or embittered. The journey is … Continue reading
How to Promote Your Music on TikTok
Promote your music on TikTok and Get Noticed TikTok is not only a social media phenomenon, it’s also a platform driving massive music success. In fact, major labels are now looking … Continue reading
How to Define Your Creative Identity
Lady Nade’s Guide to Finding Your Musical Identity: In a world where there is almost infinite musical choice and competition for attention, recording artists and musicians need to define themselves. … Continue reading