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A2IM Declares June ‘Independent’s Month’ To Celebrate Indie Music

The Association of Independent Music (A2IM) has declared June 5th through July 5th, Independents’ Month "to shine a spotlight on the labels and artists who blaze trails beyond the roads. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/14/2017 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Portia Sabin (Kill Rock Stars), Glen Barros (Concord) Vic Zaraya (Razor & Tie) and Thaddeus Rudd (Mom+Pop) Join A2IM Board

A2IM (The Association Of Independent Music) has named four top independent label execs to its Board of Directors, along with three new members of its CEO Advisory Board.  

Bruce Houghton on 06/12/2017 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Former Etsy Exec Chad Dickerson Joins Bandcamp Advisory Board

Former Etsy CTO Chad Dickerson has joined Bandcamp's Advisory Board. His addition is a rare shift for closely held and often secretive indie music services provider and fan destination.

Bruce Houghton on 06/12/2017 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. & Indie Music

This week we offer a whole slew of valuable advice for independent and DIY artists, including a guide for promoting your music on Pandora, how to increase your chances of. Continue reading

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A2IM Libera Awards Showcase Indie Music’s Best: Radiohead, Run The Jewels, Bandcamp & More [Full List Of Winners]

A2IM honored the best in all facets of independent music at an awards ceremony Thursday night at NYC's PlayStation Theater. Presented by SoundExchange, the A2IM Libera Awards annually offer members. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/09/2017 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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At Indie Label Kill Rock Stars, Chicks Still Rule [INTERVIEW]

As part of their 'Indie Voices' series, the people at SoundExchange sat down with Portio Sabin, president of Kill Rock Stars, about the label's origins, its place in the indie. Continue reading

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5 Branding Lessons From Third Man Records

After an exciting and illuminating visit to Jack White's baby, Third Man Records, Chris Robley shares some valuable insights into what made the venue/studio/record store such compelling place to visit,. Continue reading

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New York City Music Scene Grows With A2IM Indie Week and Northside Festival

When CMJ died it left a void in the New York City music industry scene. Thankfully two important industry events, Northside Festival and A2IM’s Indie Week, have grown to fill. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/07/2017 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Stem Raises $8 Million To Streamline Payments To Musicians

Music tech startup Stem has closed a Series A round of $8 million to expand its suite of products designed to help artists get paid more seamlessly across digital platforms.. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/07/2017 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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10 Red Flags In A Potential Record Deal

As an up and coming band, being offered your first record deal can feel like an amazing accomplishment, and something worth celebrating. While this may indeed be the case, not. Continue reading

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