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DIY and Independent Musician News Last Week

This week, our tips and advice for the independent, do-it-yourselfers out there covered how promote shows on TikTok, a data-driven entertainment playbook, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 03/15/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music Industry News: Wayne Forte’s for Rent • Brooklyn Mirage reborn • ILMC wraps • MoS + Dice • promotions @ PRG

In the latest live music industry news, veteran booking agent Wayne Forte is auctioning a private lunch meeting as a fundraiser for the National Independent Talent Organization (NITO).

Bruce Houghton on 03/14/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Kosha Dillz at SXSW: 11 tips from a 43 year old musician

From indie rapper and marketer extraordinaire Kosha Dillz: I am trying to find a reason to keep coming back to SXSW.

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How To Sell More Tickets To Your Next Show

After you’ve listed your shows on Bandsintown and adding them your website, how do sell as many tickets as possible? From exclusive offers to hidden event pages, we’ve got five creative ways to boost ticket sales.

Alana Bonilla on 03/13/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Live Music Industry News: NIVA gear discounts • stolen StubHub tickets • new AU venue group • VAI Resort

In the latest live music industry news, National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) members now have access to up to 50% off sound equipment and lighting, backline and more from 1200 major music gear manufacturers. 

Bruce Houghton on 03/12/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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You work for a musician, is it OK to give them your music?

On a new Music Biz Weekly podcast, Michael Brandvold and Jay Gilbert discuss a listener question. They work for a musician and are wondering if it’s OK to share their own music.

Bruce Houghton on 03/12/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Always Free Music Business News: Never A Paywall

The media that covers music business news, music marketing and music tech is increasingly behind a paywall. But Hypebot provides 100% free music business news and always will.

Bruce Houghton on 03/12/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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March 11, 2020: The Day Live Music Died

On March 11, 2020 The World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic, Dr. Anthony Fauci warned Congress that “it’s going to get worse,” a spooked President Trump finally addressed the nation from the Oval Office and schools, business, sports and the live music industry began a near total shutdown.

Bruce Houghton on 03/11/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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3 Key Insights about Music Fans on TikTok

TikTok’s latest Music Impact Report looks at music fans on TikTok and how the platform drives discovery, streaming, and viral success.

Alana Bonilla on 03/11/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Scenes 2.0: MIDiA’s updated entertainment playbook

The future of entertainment isn’t about going big – it’s about going niche. This updated MIDiA playbook for music marketing explores how tapping into smaller, more specific scenes can drive real, lasting success.

Alana Bonilla on 03/11/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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