Alright, let's get real for a second. As a musician, you've probably heard all the cliché advice about "following your dreams" and "never giving up." … [Read More...] about Musician Mistakes You Need to Avoid Challenge
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Overcome Not Being Interesting By Being Interested
One of the most important things you can do as a musician is connect with your audience. But what happens when you feel like you're about as … [Read More...] about Overcome Not Being Interesting By Being Interested
Form an LLC Now: The Best Reasons Musicians Should
I'm always surprised at how many musicians sleep on forming an LLC. I know, I know – you got into this business to make music, not to deal with boring … [Read More...] about Form an LLC Now: The Best Reasons Musicians Should
Unlock the Power of Music Distribution: The Essential Steps Guide
Congratulations for taking the leap and signing up for music distribution. If you haven't done so yet, well, hold on to your headphones because we're … [Read More...] about Unlock the Power of Music Distribution: The Essential Steps Guide
Score Music Press: How To Pitch Yourself To Media Outlets
How To Pitch YourselfSo, you don't have a publicist? Or you think you don't need one. Well, you're right - you actually could do everything … [Read More...] about Score Music Press: How To Pitch Yourself To Media Outlets
Soar Your Music Income: A Simple Targeted Plan
Let's be real – if you're a musician trying to make a living off your music income in 2024, relying on streaming revenue and album sales is like … [Read More...] about Soar Your Music Income: A Simple Targeted Plan
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The Best Tips And Tricks To Know About Alt-Weeklies
A conversation with the music editor for LA Weekly. Brett Callwood has worked for a slew of alt-weeklies, including Denver’s Westword, Detroit’s The Metro Times, SF Weekly and you’ll soon see his byline in the relaunch of the Village Voice.Brett walks us through his process for determining coverage each week at LA Weekly, plus he gives us his insights on the Los Angeles music scene, if genres even matter anymore, and his thoughts on the future of music journalism in general.TRANSCRIPT … [Read More...] about The Best Tips And Tricks To Know About Alt-Weeklies
The Best Insider Tips for BandCamp
This week on The Music Rookie Podcast, Rachel has a conversation with J. Edward Keyes who is the Editorial Director for BandCamp. They discuss the benefits of using Bandcamp as a direct to consumer platform for musicians. With their editorial arm, BandCamp Daily, and their plethora of artist’s tools, the independent platform gives their users unique ways to connect with fans and allows them to actually make money from their art. We highlight all of the special features that users sometimes overlook. Plus, Jedward gives away a way to pitch Bandcamp’s editors that not many users … [Read More...] about The Best Insider Tips for BandCamp