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
How (and why) you should market to your torrenting fans
P2P file-sharers: “Fans, not foes” Depending on your level of success as a DIY musician, you may have dozens, hundreds, thousands, even tens of thousands of fans out there who’ve … Continue reading
Apple patents technology that could disable your phone’s ability to film or photograph a live concert
An Apple patent was approved recently for technology that could one day prevent you from snapping a photo or video on your smartphone when you’re at a concert. According to … Continue reading
The 2016 DIY Musician Conference — $99 for all 3 days!
Join CD Baby in Chicago (September 30th – October 2nd, 2016) for the DIY Musician Conference. It’s the only music education and community event built specifically around the needs of … Continue reading
How to make a DIY music video
This post was originally published on Wistia’s blog. There are many things you need to make a DIY music video on a budget, besides creative friends with camera gear. Producing … Continue reading
Musician’s guide to touring Europe without a booking agent or label (Part 1)
[This article was written by guest contributor Brett Newski, an indie-pop songwriter who has toured extensively in Europe. Check out Brett’s online course called “How to Tour Europe without an … Continue reading
How to manage a family band as a parent: promoting AND protecting your kids
What’s Working in Indie Music Today: Lessons in Success from New Artist Model Member Margaret Dombowski By Dave Kusek and Lindsay McGrath of the New Artist Model: Turn your passion … Continue reading
How to get the IRS to waive your band’s tax penalties
You open your mailbox, and there’s a letter, from the I…. R….S! Questions start racing in your mind. How did they find me? What does this letter mean? Am I … Continue reading
Book a show in Chicago: 3 comprehensive lists to help you schedule and promote a concert in The Windy City
Venue, press, and radio information for the Chicago area If you’re already going to be in Chicago for CD Baby’s DIY Musician Conference (September 30th – October 2nd), why not … Continue reading
What are you doing for Make Music Day? In Portland, Oregon there’s gonna be a ukulele flash mob!
June 21st is Make Music Day, a worldwide celebration of learning and playing music that began in France over 30 years ago, and has since reached over 100 countries. I’ll … Continue reading
Ask your fans (using YouTube poll cards)!
One of YouTube’s newer card options lets you poll your fans Your video viewers can weigh in: * What song should you cover next? * Which of your studio tracks … Continue reading