Listen to the full Work Hard Playlist Hard marketing audiobook FREE
With his book “Work Hard Playlist Hard,” author Mike Warner provides proven actionable advice, time-tested through more than 20 years in the music industry. Now, he’s made an updated audio. Continue reading
Bandsintown made 3.7B concert recommendations in 2023: Did you get your share?
In 2023, Bandsintown made 3.7 billion concert recommendations for 1.5 million shows listed on Bandsintown.com to its 84 million registered live music fans. Those mindboggling stats should leave every touring. Continue reading
Bandzoogle adds an EPK plan for Musicians
Musician website platform Bandzoogle has added an EPK plan that enables the creation of an electronic press kit in minutes. EPKs are used by many musicians to book shows, solicit. Continue reading
What worries independent musicians, and what they can do about it
Musician and indie music entrepreneur Sean McKenna joins Michael Brandvold on the Music Biz Weekly Podcast to talk about what concerns indie musicians and what they can do to move. Continue reading
Metallica names Marching Band contest winners & offers fan engagement lesson [VIDEO]
After learning that their music was a favorite among college and high school marching bands, last April, Metallica announced a contest with almost $200,000 in prizes that challenged marching bands. Continue reading
Indie Guitarist shares Growth Hacks, How much 10M Spotify streams paid
Independent guitarist Bernth Brodträger plays in several European rock bands, though he’s probably best known for his YouTube channel with 1.06 million subscribers. But Bernth, as he is known professionally,. Continue reading
Aux adds Direct, a print-on-demand Bandcamp Direct to Fan alternative
Music creation app Aux is broadening its offering with Direct. This direct-to-fan service joins a growing list of startups adding direct-to-fan commerce since the coatic acquisition of Bandcamp by Songtrader. Continue reading
Roundup of expert Music Industry Predictions for 2024
AI, creation as consumption, the TikToktification of music, super-serving the superfan, performer pay for radio play, and the end of AI-driven A&R are among the issues our panel of experts. Continue reading
How much do Content Creators earn? Here is the Top 50 [Infographic]
How much do the top content creators earn from TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram? A new study looked at June 2022 to June 2023 and found that the 50 most affluent. Continue reading
12 Ways to improve your Social Media as a Musician
Ready to make the most of social media as a musician for promotion and discovery? Here are 12 things you can do to start off on the right foot. by. Continue reading
