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 Truth About Music Publishing
As a musician, you've poured your heart into creating dope tracks. But have you considered how to truly cash in on that fire? Enter music publishing - … [Read More...] about The Truth About Music Publishing
An Easy Guide to Licensing Your Best Songs
Want to know how to license your music? Here are some tips on how to get started...Create a Catalog SpreadsheetTake the time to create a … [Read More...] about An Easy Guide to Licensing Your Best Songs
Email Marketing Reigns Supreme: Powerful Reasons To Invest In 2025
Email Marketing? A mailing list...really? That notepad on the merch table at the show?Why bother if I'm connecting with fans on Facebook, … [Read More...] about Email Marketing Reigns Supreme: Powerful Reasons To Invest In 2025
Music Rookie Podcast
How To Get Signed to an Awesome Indie Record Label
This week we're talking with Reed Watson, a founding partner at Single Lock Records. Single Lock has released a litany of successful projects from the likes of Lera Lynn, Nicole Atkins, Erin Rae, Penny & Sparrow, Cedric Burnside, and many more. Reed walks us through what a label release plan looks like, answers that ever-pressing question of “how do I get signed?”, and offers his advice to artists looking to take the next steps in their career. TRANSCRIPT … [Read More...] about How To Get Signed to an Awesome Indie Record Label
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