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For Fans, Band Merch Offers a Connection Deeper Than Commerce

A discussion with emerging artists, Deloyd Elze and mer marcum, on how merch connects bands and fans on a deeper level, courtesy of our friends at Softside.

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How to Get More Paid Gigs: 5 Takeaways From GigSalad

How to Book More Paid Gigs: 5 Takeaways From GigSalad’s Folk Alliance Webinar

Here’s what we learned from GigSalad’s recent webinar on how artists can use their platform to book more paid gigs.

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Explore Artists on Tour powered by Bandsintown

Want to know if your favorites artists are planning a tour? Bandsintown is the place to find out and Hypebot now publishes an exclusive list of artists on tour powered the world’s largest concert database

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Why Sign With a Label?

Why Sign With a Label? Weighing the value against independent release strategies in today’s music landscape.

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Ultimate Music Release Guide

Dropping new music without a strategy is one of the easiest ways to waste your momentum. This all-in-one music release guide walks you through the exact steps top artists use to plan, promote, and profit from every release.

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Get Artist Accounts Ready For Spotify Wrapped

Musicians Guide To Spotify Wrapped 2025

With the release of Spotify 2025 Wrapped just weeks away, the countdown is on for every musician to be part of this rare global cultural moment. Fortunately, Spotify makes it easy with a guide to help musicians get ready for Spotify Wrapped.

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Mental Health Resources for Musicians & Music Industry Professionals

Life in the music industry can be mentally demanding. This World Mental Health Day, we’re shining a light on organizations providing mental health resources for musicians. Spotify adds Take a. Continue reading

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Artists announced for ROSTR & Bandsintown EARLY showcase

ROSTR x Bandsintown’s new live showcase EARLY debuts on October 16, 2025 in Los Angeles.

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YouTube For Musicians: How It Can Help Grow Your Fan Base

A quick and easy guide to YouTube For Musicians. How to get started uploading content to your YouTube channel to grow and deepen your fan base, courtesy of our friends over at DIY Musician.

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How Bands and Music Venues Can Market Live Shows Like the Pros

Even the best live performances can fall flat if nobody knows they’re happening. Whether you’re a band gearing up for a new release or a venue building your calendar, effective marketing is what turns a good show into a packed house. Learn how bands and music venues can market shows like the pros.

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Musician’s Guide To Sustainable Growth: Work Smarter, Not Harder

Tired of grinding nonstop just to keep your music career afloat? Learn how to scale your business, grow your fanbase, and protect your creativity with systems, strategy, and sanity with this Musician’s Guide To Sustainable Growth.

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