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Independent Musician News Last Week: Bandcamp, Playlists, More

Last week, our tips, advice and independent musician news last week covered a Bandcamp upgrade, how website improvements increase revenue, 2025 playlist marketing updates, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 05/24/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Indie music venues are struggling

Indie music venues are struggling, but the UK has a solution

With more stories daily about the growing hurdles to touring, we look at how indie music venues are struggling.

Bruce Houghton on 05/23/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Michael Brandvold on a life in music from behind the scenes

Michael Brandvold on a life in music from behind the scenes

Michael Brandvold recently spoke ablut the struggles of those that work behind the scenes in music. Organized by Support Life And Music (SLAM), the panel discussed a life in music. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 05/23/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Free Touring for Musicians course from Berklee and Coursera

Why More Musicians Are Rethinking Touring

Rising costs, low ticket sales, increased competition and strict visa rules are reshaping the touring landscape for artists worldwide. Not all the available data is clear yet, but from major acts to emerging talent, more and more musicians are rethinking touring.

Alana Bonilla on 05/22/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Do Spotify playlists still matter? Playlist Marketing in 2025

Playlisting was once a top way to grow your music, but many artists got burned by fake streams and shady tactics. Do Spotify playlists still matter? There’s now a new and better way to use playlists to market music reach real fans.

Alana Bonilla on 05/22/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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7 Website Changes that turn Fans into Paying Customers

Your music website could be the key to turn fans into paying customers. These 7 simple strategies can boost sales, grow a fanbase, and help build a sustainable career as an independent artist.

Alana Bonilla on 05/22/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Spotify Countdown Pages Upcoming release hub

Spotify Upcoming Releases Hub builds new release momentum

The new Spotify Upcoming Releases hub is dedicated to highlighting soon-to-be-released albums. It’s powered by Countdown Pages and is designed to build new release discovery and momentum.

Bruce Houghton on 05/22/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Can Indie Artists Still Afford to Tour?

Can indie artists still afford to tour? Going on the road might look fun, but for most independent artists, it’s a financial gamble they can’t afford to lose. Discover why so many are saying no to the road, and how you can tour smarter without going broke.

Alana Bonilla on 05/20/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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10 Best Cities for Musicians in the U.S. in 2025

This data-driven list reveals the ten best cities for more musicians in the U.S. Learn where other musicians are earning more, gigging more, and finding the best opportunities to grow in 2025

Alana Bonilla on 05/19/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Lyric Sheets: Why and When Musicians Need Them

Many artists miss out on big opportunities just because they don’t have lyric sheets ready. This quick guide shows why it matters and how to make one in minutes.

Alana Bonilla on 05/19/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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