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5 Things Artists Do That Stall Their Careers

Even when you pour your blood, sweat, and tears into your career as a musician, you can still hit a brick wall, usually as the result of one of five. Continue reading

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How To Improve Your Musical Talents

Not everyone is gifted with musical talent, but even for those with a natural affinity for music music hone these skills in order to maximize their ability. In this piece. Continue reading

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How To Promote A Spotify Playlist Using Instagram Stories Ads

Brian Hazard of the project Color Theory shares how he recently saw some promotional success with his Spotify playlist by utilizing a classic industry technique: paying for advertising – in. Continue reading

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6 Things To Keep In Mind When Picking A Digital Music Distributor

Once you’ve completed production of an album, it’s time to actually release your music to the world. This final decision of which digital distributor to use is incredibly important –. Continue reading

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Social Media: The Lockdown Opportunity For Musicians?

As the pause on live music continues to stretch into the foreseeable future, artists are compelled to double down on their social media presence which, although it may come naturally. Continue reading

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Guide To Becoming A Music Manager

If you want to be in the music business but performing isn’t really your bag, a music manager can make for an exciting and full career in the industry. Here,. Continue reading

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Session Musician’s Career Survival Guide To The Pandemic

The current pandemic has effected everyone working in the music industry, and while closed venues and cancelled tours grab most of the headlines, things are also difficult for session musicians.. Continue reading

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Rehearsing Sucks… Or Does It? How To Make Practice The Highlight Of Your Day

As much as you may love performing and playing music, there will doubtless be times when practicing feels like a chore. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way! Here. Continue reading

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Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. and Indie Music

In our tips and advice section this week, we offer independent, do-it-yourself artists sage council on how to choose the ideal release date for your music, what every musician can. Continue reading

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Musician’s Guide To Staying Motivated, Even When You Feel Like…

Staying consistently motivated and productive is no easy feat, and once you lose that motivation, it becomes all to easy to spiral. Here we we look at how to remain. Continue reading

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How To Write A Protest Song

Protest songs have long played an important role in society, acting as the soundtrack to social change. For those looking to express their anger and frustration in light of current. Continue reading

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