The no-no of not knowing. Everyone gets a little boost from feeling like their channel is doing well, but what are your Key Performance Indicators (KPIs, for short)? Chances are, … Continue reading
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Why YouTube’s channel-monetization changes won’t affect you… MUCH
You may have heard that YouTube will soon be tightening its Partner Program guidelines for monetizing videos. This news might’ve scared or frustrated you. I’m going to try to put … Continue reading
6 ways to earn more money from your music on YouTube this Holiday Season
Prep for the holidays on YouTube; reap the benefits year-round! Aunt Sue is wondering whether she really wants to buy you that album you asked for this Christmas, the one … Continue reading
“This is how the music business works, all the time”
Rob Flax makes the most of an opportunity. Multi-instrumentalist and performing songwriter Rob Flax had his suspicions confirmed at the DIY Musician Conference: A combination of eagerness and preparation is … Continue reading
CD Baby artist GLASYS gets the attention of T-Pain… and 600k other viewers
How one indie artist connected with a notable rapper through social video. Gil Assayas makes dark synth-pop under the name GLASYS, and he’s one hell of a keyboard player. I … Continue reading
YouTube monetization and you: “Can we be exclusive?”
CD Baby wants to go steady. YouTube acts in accordance with international laws surrounding intellectual property and digital distribution, but enforcing digital rights on the platform comes with its own … Continue reading
Posting Cover Songs on YouTube: Music Video Licensing Explained
How to legally post a cover song video on YouTube. Cover song videos are hugely popular on YouTube, and making a cover song video is one of the most proven … Continue reading
YouTube for Musicians: “How is all the $$ made?”
So, what is YouTube monetization? Monetization on YouTube is the process by which original content makes, you guessed it, money. That original content can come in various forms, including: audio … Continue reading
There’s no excuse for not optimizing your YouTube videos
5 simple ways to drive more video views on YouTube. Let’s assume you’ve got great music and a great music video. You worked hard on that video and you’re ready … Continue reading
Top tips for boosting video views on YouTube
YouTube is the number one search engine for music. Because of this, many musicians have turned to video to promote themselves and their work. Plus, videos on YouTube are an … Continue reading