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

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 Paradox of an Overabundance of New Music Releases
We actively live in a bizarre paradox – a world overflowing with too much new music. Yet our ability to truly appreciate and connect with this … [Read More...] about The Paradox of an Overabundance of New Music Releases

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

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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 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









