Want to make your album art as memorable as your music? Your album cover is the visual gateway to the music, and it's crucial to create something that … [Read More...] about Album Art Secrets: Make Your Music Visually Memorable
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Metadata and Sync Licensing: What You Need to Know
What is metadata, and what does it have to do with successfully navigating sync licensing?When it comes to pitching for sync opportunities, … [Read More...] about Metadata and Sync Licensing: What You Need to Know
The Ultimate Guide to Navigating Music Rights in America
Did you know that musicians worldwide earned a staggering $32.8 billion in royalties in 2020 alone? With streaming platforms and digital music … [Read More...] about The Ultimate Guide to Navigating Music Rights in America
The Best DIY Radio Promo Guide For Musicians
Can't afford a radio promoter? Oh well, here's our DIY guide to radio promo. If you're an independent musician looking to amplify your music without … [Read More...] about The Best DIY Radio Promo Guide For Musicians
Real Life Challenges of the Indie Musician
Ah yes, the mythical life of an independent musician. Mastermind your own creative vision, call all the shots, and get free reign over your art … [Read More...] about Real Life Challenges of the Indie Musician
Apple’s Data Analytics: How to Easily Unlock It’s Secrets
Look, fam - the music streaming battlefield is an absolute warzone out here. Data Analytics is the new ammunition, and those who wield it with savage … [Read More...] about Apple’s Data Analytics: How to Easily Unlock It’s Secrets
Music Rookie Podcast
The Best Insights for Emerging Artists
A conversation with Joseph Lynch who's an editor at Billboard Magazine gives us the inside scoop about Billboard's pivot during the pandemic to covering more industry news, music technology, and the types of stories he's looking for when covering smaller artists. We also talk about misconceptions about the industry, the myth of the overnight success, and why musicians should just suck it up and get on TikTok.TRANSCRIPT … [Read More...] about The Best Insights for Emerging Artists
Get The Best Tips From A Radio Promoter
A conversation with Joe Swank, a freelance radio promoter who previously worked in the radio space at Yep Roc Records and Bloodshot Records.Joe was also a touring musician in the '90s, hosts his own radio show, and co-founded the Alt-country Specialty Radio Chart — so he's got a LOT of wisdom to share not only on the radio side, but on building a music industry career in general.As we're heard on other episodes; be ready to stay in it for the long haul, don't bank on overnight success, and constantly (C O N S T A N T L Y) work on developing your network.Also, be nice to … [Read More...] about Get The Best Tips From A Radio Promoter