Future-proof strategies for Independent Artist Growth
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Step 3) IMPLEMENT: Select one new idea from each edition that resonates with you. Find a way to implement the principles of that idea into your career as an artist the following week.
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How to Get More Streams as an Independent Artist: A Guide to Making Music Streaming Platforms Work for you
Are you tirelessly promoting your music online, only to see your streams and engagement hit a wall? As an independent artist, it can be challenging to break through the noise and actually build a loyal following. So I’m going to share some practical tips and strategies to help you navigate various streaming platforms and use them better to build a sustainable career. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, let's take your music career to the next level with these 10 tips to get more streams as an independent artist.
Top 21 DIY Tools to Grow Your Music Career
In this blog, I cover how independent artists today can tackle challenges like playlist culture and the rise of streaming services to create an authentic and effective music release plan, all without compromising artistic integrity. I know it can feel overwhelming - but it’s manageable if you break it down into a linear approach. So let's dive in…
How to Create an Authentic Music Release Plan Without Compromising Your Artistic Integrity
In this blog, I cover how independent artists today can tackle challenges like playlist culture and the rise of streaming services to create an authentic and effective music release plan, all without compromising artistic integrity. I know it can feel overwhelming - but it’s manageable if you break it down into a linear approach. So let's dive in…
How To Get People To Care When Promoting Your New Song
When you write a new song, you pour your heart and soul into it. Putting it out there for the world to hear can be a vulnerable moment, and it’s disappointing when the only reaction you get is radio silence. Here are a few ways to find the people most likely to resonate with your song, and how to generate a deeper connection between that audience and your music in general.
The Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid When Promoting Your Music
Creating a great song is only step one of your artist journey. Once you have that locked in, the real creative journey begins - the journey of getting your music into the ears of receptive listeners. And as the way people find and consume music changes, independent musicians have to be more strategic than ever when promoting their music. I see far too many artists falling into common traps and pitfalls. And while there are magic shortcuts to building a career the RIGHT WAY, there are certainly a few things you can try to avoid… Save yourself time, money, and frustration by avoiding these top five mistakes when promoting your music.