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 Best Secrets for Networking at Social Events
Not feeling up to being a social butterfly again tonight? I feel your pain. But networking is a crucial part of being a musician. Ever hear people … [Read More...] about The Best Secrets for Networking at Social Events

8 Important Social Skills to Help Your Music Career
One of the best things you can do to have a successful music career is finding the right people to make connections with. Attending festivals, … [Read More...] about 8 Important Social Skills to Help Your Music Career

How to Copyright Your New Music Without a Lawyer
Our entertainment lawyer, John Seay, explains how to copyright your new music without a lawyer (and how to save yourself some money.)ALSO - check … [Read More...] about How to Copyright Your New Music Without a Lawyer

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

Get The Best Tips From A Radio Promoter
A conversation with Joe Swank, a freelance radio promoter who previously worked in the radio space at Yep Roc Records and Bloodshot Records.Joe was also a touring musician in the '90s, hosts his own radio show, and co-founded the Alt-country Specialty Radio Chart — so he's got a LOT of wisdom to share not only on the radio side, but on building a music industry career in general.As we're heard on other episodes; be ready to stay in it for the long haul, don't bank on overnight success, and constantly (C O N S T A N T L Y) work on developing your network.Also, be nice to … [Read More...] about Get The Best Tips From A Radio Promoter








