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
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
Music Publishing: How to Earn Money From Your Songs
I get asked about music publishing all the time because people always want to know how long I've been a music publisher. I always just say, 'It's … [Read More...] about Music Publishing: How to Earn Money From Your Songs
Music Rookie Podcast
The Best Tips For Starting Your Own Record Label
A conversation with Justin Black, a Richmond, VA-based independent musician who runs his own label, Crystal Pistol Records, and also works regularly with another Virginia-based label, WarHen Records. Justin’s primary vessel for musical output is under the moniker Saw Black, which I recommend you check out wherever you consume music. Our conversation is based around the premise of independent labels — and answering common questions like...should you start your own label? Should you cut a deal with a small indie? What might that deal look like versus a traditional deal or a … [Read More...] about The Best Tips For Starting Your Own Record Label
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