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Ageism In The Music Business: Is There An Expiration Date On Success?

While musicians are often celebrated for breaking into the industry and achieving success at a young age, there is a darker side to this coin where artists are often unfairly. Continue reading

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Launching Your Music Career Through Video Game Composition

Breaking into the music business remains incredibly challenging, but there are a number of new ways to get your foot in the door. One such avenue worth pursuing is the. Continue reading

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3 Realistic Short-Term Goals For Unestablished Artists

Shooting for the moon works for some musicians, but if you’re in it for the long, and are serious about sustaining a career in music, it is to your benefit. Continue reading

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Why Taking A Break From Music Can Sometimes Be A Good Idea

Many musicians and others working in the music industry are, like it or not, finding themselves taking a break. With shows cancelled across the board, and the future looking decidedly. Continue reading

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Artists, Don’t #CoronaAndChill. #CoronaAndBuild Your Music Business

While most music business events have ground to a halt, that doesn’t mean your career development has to as well. Here we explore how artists can take this industry downtown. Continue reading

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Why You Need To Stop Worrying About Success In Music

In a piece well suited for times like these, Patrick McGuire explores why artists should stop worrying about the nebulous term “success.” Guest post by Patrick McGuire of the ReverbNation. Continue reading

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Understanding Success In Music Through The Failure Of Others

While most artists look to those who have succeeded for advice and inspiration in navigating the music business, they might be better served learning from the mistakes and failures of. Continue reading

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Playing The Long Game As A Self-Managed Musician

Being a self-managed musician requires not only a passion for music, but also a head for business smarts. Here we look at how to get the best of both these. Continue reading

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Should You “Shoot Your Shot” To Get Ahead In The Music Biz?

A recent tweet by the GRAMMY award-winning producer behind Billie Eillish has thrown new fuel on the fiery debate over whether or not people (and more specifically musicians) should take. Continue reading

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Singles Vs. Albums: What Performs Better In 2020 [VIDEO]

As the music economy continues to shift the ways in which we consume content, opinions differ on the ‘best’ way to release in the year. Here we look some tips. Continue reading

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Why Building An Engaged Fan Base Is Key To Being A Successful Artist

Deciding to pursue a career in music requires a massive leap of faith, and success is hardly a guarantee. In the end, what will make or break your career is. Continue reading

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