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Why new artists should release a single song first, before considering an EP or album launch.
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Why new musicians MUST put out a single FIRST

If you’ve never released music before, you have to start with a single song. Artists at the major label level usually put out a single first, unless they’re dropping one … Continue reading →

January 15, 2020
Christmas time is huge for music industry revenue
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12 ways to make the most money from your music this holiday season

The 12 ways of Christmas (music promotion). Can you believe it? The holidays are almost upon us, which is good news for your music. A huge percentage of the industry’s … Continue reading →

November 25, 2019
If you only do one thing to promote your music this Christmas, do THIS!
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If you only do one thing to promote your music this holiday season, email your fans (and tell them about 1¢ shipping)

The best way to get your fans to buy your music this holiday season is (you guessed it) ASK THEM to buy your music. Yes, the easiest way to promote … Continue reading →

November 25, 2019
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5 tips for sending better holiday emails to your fans

How you can create an email that drives engagement and boosts sales this holiday season Did you know a huge percentage of all annual music sales happen in the last … Continue reading →

November 24, 2019
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Music Marketing: How to Dominate in a Niche Market

  Finding more creative ways to reach, impress, and engage your audience. Throughout his music career, Simon Tam has dominated in a few different niche markets. It’s impressive, it’s inspiring, … Continue reading →

October 3, 2019
iHeart audio ads: Best Practices
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How to make an effective iHeartRadio audio ad for your music

Guidelines and examples for musicians creating an iHeartRadio audio ad. Show.co’s simple Ad Builder tool helps you reach new audiences on major streaming platforms like iHeartRadio and Spotify, as well … Continue reading →

June 19, 2019
How is streaming altering the format of songs?
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How streaming is changing the way music is produced, and what you can do about it

Get more streams by understanding the new structure and sound of popular music. Streaming platforms are measuring success through new metrics, which is changing the way musicians are creating music, … Continue reading →

May 13, 2019
Man getting a Spotify URI code for his music
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Get Your Spotify URI Before Release

What is a Spotify URI? A Spotify URI is a unique resource indicator code for music on their platform. It is a link to directly share your songs to fans, … Continue reading →

May 6, 2019
How to grow your list and profit while GIVING AWAY your music
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Grow your email list and make a profit by GIVING AWAY your albums for free

How to build your audience (and NOT lose money) by giving away free CDs. Last year I started doing something kinda unusual. I offered to mail fans a FREE signed … Continue reading →

April 30, 2019
How an independent artist charted on Billboard without the help of a label
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How an indie hip-hop artist, Call Me Ace, charted on Billboard and iTunes

This direct marketing strategy helped me chart at #3 on iTunes and #50 on Billboard. It was all a dream: “I believe I can chart on Billboard with this album!” … Continue reading →

April 29, 2019

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