Guide to Artist Branding for 2025
Creating and maintaining an artist brand is different for every independent artist. It’s part of the joy (and challenge) of being independent — that you don’t have a team guiding … Continue reading
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How to run effective marketing campaigns with Show.co
A strong music release strategy can send you scrambling in a few directions to carry out all the aspects of your campaign, from ads to email sends to social posts … Continue reading
Artist Spotlight: Lee Wilson
East coast singer-songwriter Lee Wilson began his career as an aspiring pop/R&B artist. After years of bending his sound to fit label expectations—and burning out in the process—he took a … Continue reading
How to convert casual listeners into superfans: Q&A with Dan Goldberg
Introduction If you want to grow your fanbase and boost your music income, you’ve probably heard the term superfans. These are the die-hard followers who buy your merch, attend your … 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
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