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How to use Physical Music Sales, Merch to build a Loyal Fanbase

In a digital-first industry, physical music sales and merch offer something streaming never can: a real, lasting connection with fans. Learn how to turn every sale into a meaningful moment that builds loyalty, buzz, and a fanbase that sticks around.

Alana Bonilla on 06/06/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How Much Music Fits on Vinyl Records and Why It Matters

How much music fits on vinyl records without losing sound quality? Find out why many artists choose double LPs and what mastering tricks make your vinyl sound its best.

Alana Bonilla on 05/28/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Music Marketing Awards Highlight Creative Innovation

Creative marketing is a key part of music industry success, and five music marketing awards now recognize the teams behind standout campaigns. These honors highlight innovation across advertising, digital media, sync, fan engagement and more.

Alana Bonilla on 05/07/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Indie Artist Guide to Print and Release Physical Music

Streaming might be king, but physical music can build deeper fan connections, boost revenue, and elevate a brand. From fan demand to tour strategy and budgeting, here’s how to tell when it’s the right time to press vinyl, CDs, or cassettes and release physical music.

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Bandcamp changed default pricing to match new chart rules

Bandcamp changed default pricing for digital music to bring them in line with new industry standards for Luminate, Billboard and other chart reporting eligibility.

Bruce Houghton on 04/28/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Indie Artist’s Guide to Physical Music Releases

Thinking about pressing vinyl, CDs, or cassettes? Here’s how to know if your music, fanbase, and budget are ready to turn those streams into something fans can actually hold with. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 04/21/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Record Store Day 2025 date announced

Record Store Day has announced the date of its 2025 annual edition.

Bruce Houghton on 01/08/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Make Money on Vinyl record sales: How to recoup your investment

Wondering if pressing vinyl is worth the investment? Learn how much you can make back from pressing and selling your records directly to fans, plus key insights on profit margins and sales strategies.

Alana Bonilla on 01/07/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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It’s Bandcamp Friday! No Commission Sales, Gifts and Listening Parties

Today, Friday December 5 is the last Bandcamp Friday of 2024. Along with 24 hours of commission free sales for artists and labels comes a Holiday Gift Guide, Best Of lists and artist-hosted Listening Parties.

Bruce Houghton on 12/06/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Resurgence of Record Stores: Exploring the Vinyl Revival

The Resurgence of Record Stores: Exploring the Vinyl Revival

Dive into why vinyl has become so popular in the digital age and driven a resurgence of record stores.

Alana Bonilla on 12/04/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Two future paths for the vinyl revival [MIDiA’s Tatiana Cirisano]

The vinyl revival is at a crossroads, with two distinct paths that could define its future in music culture. Dive into the factors shaping these possible directions and what they mean for collectors, artists, and the industry.

Alana Bonilla on 11/05/2024 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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