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
Do I Really Need To Master My New Music?
So you've sweated every last detail getting that new banger's mix just right. The vibe is immaculate, the balance is pristine, and you're totally … [Read More...] about Do I Really Need To Master My New Music?
Digital Marketing: Tips That Will Result in New Growth
Alright, let's get real for a second. As a musician in today's digital age, you can't afford to sleep on digital marketing. Gone are the days when you … [Read More...] about Digital Marketing: Tips That Will Result in New Growth
How to Skyrocket Your Music Career (Hint: It’s Not Sexy)
So, you wanna make it in this cutthroat music racket? Well, I've got some bad news for you - there isn't a magic bullet, no secret sauce, no fairy … [Read More...] about How to Skyrocket Your Music Career (Hint: It’s Not Sexy)
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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
How to Decide If You Need an Entertainment Lawyer
A conversation with entertainment lawyer John Seay, who has represented acts across a wide range of genres including acts from Atlantic Records, Interscope Records, Secretly Canadian, Merge, and many more. As we’ll touch on in our conversation - there are a TON of different questions one might have for an entertainment lawyer, but John is going to help us demystify what exactly an entertainment lawyer does, and when a musician like YOU should approach someone like him for his services.TRANSCRIPT … [Read More...] about How to Decide If You Need an Entertainment Lawyer