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
Music Industry Networking Checklist
From sharing stages to exchanging emails, a lot of networking in the music industry is organic and spontaneous. It’s why common advice is to stay active: play and attend shows … Continue reading
How to grow your Spotify super listeners
From casual listeners to die-hards, every fan segment plays an important role in supporting an artist’s career, but one segment that’s particularly effective at moving the needle is Spotify super … Continue reading
How to use Apple Music Album Motion
If you’re looking for a way to deepen engagement with fans and bring some excitement to your album covers, Apple Music Album Motion is here! What is Apple Music Album … Continue reading
Choosing a Release Format: Singles vs. EPs vs. Albums
As an artist, the way you present and distribute your music can impact success as much as the songwriting itself. That’s why it’s crucial to understand how to leverage each … Continue reading
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
Guide to Spotify Playlists for 2025
Yesterday’s radio is today’s playlist. Spotify playlists have become a predominant form of music listening. From fan playlist swaps to algorithm-driven discovery, playlists are an essential aspect of music listening … Continue reading
Top tips for booking gigs as an indie artist
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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Metrics That Matter: A Guide to Measuring Your Music Career with Data
You can work as hard as you can, but without metrics and defined goals, you’ll struggle to make progress in your music career. Data lets you set your own path … Continue reading
The Ultimate Guide to Video for Musicians in 2026
This blog was updated on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 Introduction Do music videos still matter? The short answer is yes, but the role of the music video has changed since … Continue reading
Best practices for streaming platforms in 2026
Article last updated: Tuesday, Jan 27, 2026 Today’s leading streaming platforms have evolved from playback services into entire ecosystems for fans and artists to connect. Every platform offers different ways … Continue reading