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Breaking Sound, StrmMusic expand Artist Showcases to 100 cities

Emerging artist series Breaking Sound will expand artists showcases into the US and is partnering with global artist accelerator StrmMusic.

Bruce Houghton on 07/17/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Proven Strategies to Sell More Tickets To Your Next Live Show

Struggling to fill the room? Here are seven proven strategies to sell more tickets to your next live show. While it’s written from the artist’s point of view, the strategies work for venues, promoters and festivals too.

Alana Bonilla on 07/17/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Grammy Awards Dates and Deadlines 2026

The 2026 GRAMMY Awards cycle kicks off with submissions this summer 2025 and wraps up with final votes in early January 2026. With fresh categories and rule changes, this edition brings fresh opportunities and new Grammy dates and deadlines to track.

Bruce Houghton on 07/17/2025 in Conventions & Awards | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Should I pull music off Spotify? Use a decision tree to decide

Frustrated with Spotify’s royalties, algorithms, or ethics and wondering, ‘Should I pull music off Spotify?’ Before you make the leap, use this quick decision-tree to weigh the tradeoffs and find the path that fits your music career.

Alana Bonilla on 07/16/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Good Music Marketing Strategies Beat Talent: 7 Hard Facts

You’ve poured your heart into your music, but the plays and followers aren’t coming – and there are reasons why. These 7 hard facts tell the truth of how good. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 07/15/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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For new artists SoundCloud still matters

SoundCloud has long positioned itself as an alternative to Spotify and other paid-upload streaming platforms. Today, especially in electronic and hip-hop, for new artists SoundCloud still matters. For new artists. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 07/15/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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HITS Act becomes law in a Big Win For Independent Artists

As the HITS Act becomes law, independent artists and labels get a major new tax break on recording expenses. This is be a financial game-changer for anyone making music outside the major label system.

Alana Bonilla on 07/14/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Indie Musician News Last Week: YouTube, Fandom, Playlists, More

Tune into these helpful guides: from mastering YouTube marketing and launching merch to getting on top editorial Spotify playlists, and more in last eek’s latest indie musician news. Indie Musician. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 07/12/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Marketing Music Videos in 2025 + 10 Video Ideas To Get Started

If you’re putting out music in 2025, video needs to be part of your strategy. This guide covers everything you need to know about marketing music videos in 2025 including. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 07/11/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How to Create and Launch Merch That Fans Actually Want to Buy

Many indie musicians struggle to turn their merch into a reliable income stream. Here are five essential tips to create and launch merch that create a connection with fans, drives sales and builds your brand.

Alana Bonilla on 07/10/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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What Smart Marketers Know About Fans That Most Artists Don’t

Most artists focus on making noise, but the real growth comes from guiding fans through a clear journey. Learn what smart marketers know about fans and the strategies they use to turn strangers into die-hard supporters.

Alana Bonilla on 07/10/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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