Dan Sheron of the band Balto lived in Russia on-and-off between 2008 and 2010, so when he toured there as a solo performer earlier this fall, it wasn’t like the … Continue reading
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5 amazing ways to make money ONLINE as a musician
[This article is written by full-time independent musician, video creator, and blogger Jessica Allossery.] I’ve been earning a full time income online for nearly two years now and I’ll admit … Continue reading
Get caught up on the modern music industry with these 10 podcast episodes!
The best of The Future of What, a weekly radio program about the music industry for insiders, outsiders, and outliers. I’ve spent 20 years in music, first as a drummer … Continue reading
A hidden world of better paying gigs
How to make money as a musician: listening audiences and guaranteed paychecks What’s a good-paying gig for you these days? I’m always amazed when local musicians in my area talk … 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
“An idiot’s guide to touring in 2016”
Peter of the band Deep Sea Diver wrote a tour diary for Bandsintown that’s both funny and full of good advice. I suggest you read the original article for the … Continue reading
How to establish your band locally and move onto bigger gigs
There’s a lot of debate out there about whether or not a band should focus on getting established locally before trying their hand at regional, national, or even global notoriety. … Continue reading
Tips for touring Europe as a musician: a few things I’ve learned from 8 years performing internationally
[This article was written by guest contributor Stephen Simmons, an award-winning Americana songwriter who has toured extensively in Europe, and whose music has appeared on television shows such as Sons … Continue reading
Why bands should play two (or more) shows in the same town in the same week, and how venues can benefit from it
[This article was written by Cristof Ensslin, cellist and manager of The Wilhelm Brothers, a cello-infused folk rock band from Asheville NC.] Are you doing the booking for an indie … Continue reading
Touring abroad: tips for independent musicians on international booking, promotion, customs, merch sales, and travel
[This article was written by guest contributor Eric John Kaiser.] I’m a professional French singer-songwriter, originally from Paris, France, now based in Portland, Oregon. I tour in the US, Canada, and … Continue reading