Getting Fans To Buy Your Music
Given the reality that social media numbers (if you can even get them) don’t translate into actual dollars in your pocket, what strategy can you pursue to actually get people. Continue reading
Indie Burger Records Rebbrands, Execs Exit Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Independent record label and retailer Burger Records has announced major changes after multiple accusations of sexual misconduct against both staff and multiple artists associated with the label. According to Consequence Of. Continue reading
How I Sold 1K CDs In 10 Weeks [Brian Hazard]
In this case study, Brian Hazard of the project Color Theory explains how, antiquated though they may be, he was able to successfully sell 1000 CDs in the space of. Continue reading
Bandcamp Waves Juneteenth Commissions, Bjork, Many Other Indies Joins In
Today, June 19th from midnight to midnight PDT and every Juneteenth hereafter Bandcamp has pledged to donate 100% of its share of sales to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. Bandcamp is. Continue reading
Achieving Passive Income For Musicians
Making a living as a musician has always been challenging, and is now more so than ever. For this reason, artists are recognizing the need to diversify their income, and. Continue reading
Making Merch Work For You Now – Covid Edition
These are challenging times for artists, and with tours and live shows still on hold, maintaining a connection with fans and bringing in revenue is more important than ever. Here. Continue reading
Bandcamp Waives All Commissions Again Today, Announces Juneteenth Racial Justice Campaign
Today, Friday June 5th, from midnight to midnight Pacific Time, Bandcamp is again waiving its share of sales to support artists impacted by Covid-19. Many artists and labels have created. Continue reading
CD Baby’s Kevin Breuner On Releasing Music During COVID-19 Crisis
CD Baby SVP of Marketing Kevin Breuner discusses releasing music during the COVID-19 crisis with Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert, cohosts of the Music Biz Weekly podcast. MichaelBrandvoldMarketing · The. Continue reading
The Finances Behind A Physical Distribution Deal
Despite streaming’s popularity, physical distribution remains a major part of development for artists and labels. Here we look at some of the financial details surrounding a physical distribution deal that. Continue reading
Physical Product Remains Chink In The Armor Of The Recorded Music Business
Some positive streaming numbers have music industry executives breathing a sigh of relief during a challenging time in the business. Unfortunately, physical product revenue is in much worse shape, something. Continue reading
