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Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week, our tips, advice and independent musician news covered advice from a Spotify exec, how to release physical music, fingerprinting (who knew?), mental health, accounting terms for musicians, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 05/03/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Accounting Terms Musicians Need To Understand

Make smarter decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and maximize profits with accounting terms musicians need to understand.

Alana Bonilla on 05/02/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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1.5M in US earn a living as a digital creator or influencer

1.5M in people in the US earn a living as digital creators and social media influencers. That stat is both encouraging and frightening if you’re trying to grab attention online to market music or live shows.

Bruce Houghton on 05/01/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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10 proven SubmitHub tips to boost Playlist Success

Want more Spotify playlist placements without wasting time or money? These 10 insider SubmitHub tips reveal exactly how to pitch smarter and get real results from curators who actually care.

Alana Bonilla on 05/01/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Tariffs, tight wallets may disrupt fragile Superfan Economy

As economic uncertainty looms and tariffs shake up global supply chains, the music industry’s push to monetize superfans faces serious headwinds. With merch, vinyl, and fan experiences under pressure, are US labels betting too big on a fragile superfan economy?

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Indie Artist Guide to Print and Release Physical Music

Streaming might be king, but physical music can build deeper fan connections, boost revenue, and elevate a brand. From fan demand to tour strategy and budgeting, here’s how to tell when it’s the right time to press vinyl, CDs, or cassettes and release physical music.

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Why Metadata matters for your music’s success

Learn why metadata matters and how it can transform your music’s visibility and success. These strategies will help ensure your tracks reach the right audience and maximize their potential. Why. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 04/29/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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YouTube Marketing for Musicians: What’s Working in 2025

“If you’re putting time and energy into building your YouTube presence this year, it’s not enough to upload and hope for the best,” says music publicist Ariel Hyatt of Cyber PR. In 2025, the artists who win at YouTube music marketing understand how to use the platform’s newest tools and trends to their advantage.

Bruce Houghton on 04/29/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How an Independent Artist Sold Out first headline show

Learn how a completely independent artist sold out their first headline show. Basyl used nothing but smart strategy, community support, and zero ad spend. From DIY posters to a small paid Instagram boost, his blueprint proves you don’t need a big budget to make a big impact.

Alana Bonilla on 04/28/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Bandcamp changed default pricing to match new chart rules

Bandcamp changed default pricing for digital music to bring them in line with new industry standards for Luminate, Billboard and other chart reporting eligibility.

Bruce Houghton on 04/28/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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