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Category archives: DIY musicians
LANDR Artists Pass 2 Million As Platform Evolves
LANDR announced that more than 2 million musicians have used its music creation platform. The 2 million milestone comes alongside the launch of an updated creative platform designed to build community and offer a toolkit of services. ince launching in 2014, LANDR has been used by artists from 190 countries…
Izzy Azalea Is Thrilled To Be ‘Officially Unsigned’
Iggy Azalea has revealed that she is officially an unsigned artist. The Australian performer signed a deal with Island Records back in February of 2018, however, has now parted ways with the label after only nine months. Azalea broke the news via Twitter over the weekend saying: “I’m officially unsigned…
Checklist To Decide If Your Album Is Release Ready
Once you’ve put the finishing touches on your crisp new album, you’re doubtless going to be eager to release it to the world, but before you do, take some time and make sure you have these six elements in place to ensure your release is a success. ____________________________ Guest post…
Martin Atkins’ Punk Rock Rules For Music Business Success
Martin Atkins has drummed for Public Image Limited, Ministry and Nine Inch Nails. But in recent years, he has become an author and educator. Now at Millikin University, Atkins shares why more artists need to radically rethink their approach to building a career in the new music economy. _________________________ Guest…
Behind The Curtain: Inside The Bandzoogle Support Team
Hypebot chronicles music tech and how its changing music discovery, consumption, marketing and monetization. But seldom do we get to share a look behind the scenes at the people that make it all work. Now, the fine folks at Bandzoogle have offered a look at a day in the life…
7 Tips On Networking In The Music Industry
While amassing fans is certainly a key part of music industry success, cultivating and sustaining relationships with your industry peers is also essential to getting ahead in a tough field. Here we look at seven ultimate tips on how to network in the music industry. ___________________________ Guest post by Serena…
Is Spotify Already Too Big For Record Labels To Stop It From Competing With Them? [Mark Mulligan]
Spotify has made some radical moves lately including direct deals with artists that include cash advances to offering free Spotify distribution to all and then buying part of distributor DistroKid to help artists put their music on its competitors. Collectively, they are causing concern at the record labels. But as…
How To Promote A Tour Before And During It With No Money [Kosha Dillz]
"You have no money and you want to promote your tour," indie rapper and music marketer extraordinaire Kosha Dillz writes, as his kicks off a tour. "Well, chances are that means the venues aren’t paying you much and you are figuring how to get out there and learn more from…
This Week In Music Commentary
This week in music commentary we weighed the delicate balance artists face between unbridled self-expression while avoiding listener alienation, the greatest challenge currently facing music, and the value of a successful social media campaign. The Musician’s Delicate Balance: Unbridled Self-Expression vs. Listener Alienation The Biggest Challenge Facing Music Right Now…