How a mid-level indie-rock band became the crossover stars of 2017. Portugal. The Man works hard. Like, really hard. I mean, they create adventurous and catchy music too. But after … Continue reading
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DIY Musician Stories: Tony Ozier
Tony Ozier: CD Baby artist and independent success story. In the video above, you’ll get a glimpse into the musical mind of multi-instrumentalist and producer Tony Ozier, a Texas-raised and Northwest-planted … Continue reading
How an unknown songwriter outsold Lady Gaga and Katy Perry: the “overnight” success of Kashy Keegan
When one independent artist gave up the dream, the dream came true You work hard trying to make your mark in music, but after much frustration with the business side … Continue reading
DIY Musician Stories: Chad Lawson reaches #1 on Billboard Classical
Chad Lawson is a fantastic pianist and a creative composer/arranger. Pair that with a mind for marketing and it’s no wonder this Steinway artist is at the forefront of independent … Continue reading
Indie for Over 4 Decades: An Interview with SHOES
Original indie rockers In 1974, four friends from Zion, Illinois got together and started a band without even knowing how to play their instruments yet. Over the next few years, … Continue reading