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How Artists Can Shape Their Brand in 2025

In this era of music marketing, it’s crucial for artists to take an active role in shaping their brand look and narrative. Here’s a handy guide to artist branding to help you get started!

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Spotify adds DMS, Michael Brandvold & Jay Gilbert Aren’t Happy

“Awesome, another DM platform for us to get spammed.” That was the reaction of Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert on the news Spotify has launched DMS for all users.

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How to get Music Press to cover your Next Release or Live Show

Trying to get your music or next live show featured but not hearing back? This guide breaks down how to get music press and pitch journalists in ways that actually get noticed.

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CDs, Vinyl Records, Cassettes Safe From New US Import Tariffs

Physical media goods like CDs, vinyl, and cassettes are safely exempt from new US import tariffs.

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Bandcamp launches curator led subscribe-to-own Bandcamp Clubs

Bandcamp has launched Bandcamp Clubs, curator led subscribe-to-own music discovery communities. Each themed Bandcamp Club will explore new artists through monthly record selections, artist interviews, and listening parties.

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Where Are 2025’s Defining Cultural Moments?

As we pass the midpoint of the 2020s, the once-clear markers of cultural eras have become fragmented and harder to define. In this day and age life is shaped by algorithms and niche scenes, whereas iconic mainstream moments are now rare and often feel manufactured. Where are all of 2025’s defining cultural moments?

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Guide to Sync Placement Publicity For Maximum Exposure

Landing a sync placement is just the beginning. With this guide to sync placement publicity, learn what to do next. Done right, a sync placement can mean major buzz, grow a fanbase, and attract more opportunities.

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Indie Musician News Last Week: Tariffs, Spotify, Merch, AI & More

Indie musician news last week ranged from a tariffs warning from Bandcamp, Spotify Superlisteners, what you need to know prior to a merch deal, serving your biggest fans, post-release strategies, and much more…

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Bandcamp warns tariffs mean trouble for music and merch sales

Bandcamp has warned tens of thousands of artists and independent labels that use its platform that global tariff battles are causing chaos in sales and global shipping.

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Electronic Press Kits for Musicians: An EPK Checklist

Wondering how to make a strong first impression in the music industry? This guide shows you how to build standout electronic press kits for musicians that gets the attention of press, bookers, and labels.

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Don’t ignore diehard fans as you look for new fans

As you work to find new fans, its important not to take existing fans for granted. Using KISS and Jay Gilbert and Mike Brandvold’s own fandom as examples, a new Music Biz Weekly Podcast dives into how important it is that you don’t ignore diehard fans as you look for new ones.

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