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
How to Attract Listeners with Facebook & Instagram Ads
Have no idea how to set up to attract listeners with Facebook ads? You're leaving money on the table. In today's digital age, Facebook and Instagram … [Read More...] about How to Attract Listeners with Facebook & Instagram Ads
Booking a Good Band Tour: How to Make Sure Everything Runs Smoothly
So, you've written some songs and you're ready to get on the road, and you think someone is just gonna appear and help you book your tour. If you're … [Read More...] about Booking a Good Band Tour: How to Make Sure Everything Runs Smoothly
How to Protect Your Music Rights and Secure Your Future
As an independent musician, you pour your heart and soul into your music. But in today's cutthroat industry, it's not enough to just create incredible … [Read More...] about How to Protect Your Music Rights and Secure Your Future
Music Rookie Podcast
How to Easily Get Your Best Songs for Licensed
A conversation with Brandon Kinder, a musician who’s been putting out records for over a decade with his band The Rocketboys and his solo project The Wealthy West. He’s landed placements in dozens of commercials, films, and television shows, including Glee, Private Practice, One Tree Hill. Vampire Diaries, Teen Mom, Intervention, Elementary, and commercials for Chase Bank and Friskies.Since we’ve spoken to a sync agent and a music supervisor, we thought we would round out the trilogy with a musician’s side of getting music placements.TRANSCRIPT … [Read More...] about How to Easily Get Your Best Songs for Licensed
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