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 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)
Private House Shows: The Best Way to Easily Book Them
Alright, let's talk about one of the music industry's best-kept secrets: private house shows. If you're not familiar, a house show is exactly what it … [Read More...] about Private House Shows: The Best Way to Easily Book Them
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?
Music Rookie Podcast
How to Go from DIY to International Tours & Record Deals
A conversation with Justin Osborne, who is the lead singer and principal songwriter of Charleston, SC band SUSTO. Justin is going to discuss what worked -- and what DIDN’T work -- as the band progressed from “total DIY” regional success all the way to present day touring Europe regularly and a legitimate record deal with Rounder Records. TRANSCRIPT … [Read More...] about How to Go from DIY to International Tours & Record Deals
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