Think you’re ready to take your music career to the next level? Learn seven signs that reveal whether it’s time to hire a PR team to amplify your reach.
As engagement falls, Instagram Shares replace Likes for successful creatores. If your posts aren’t landing in DMs or group chats, you’re missing the metric that matters most.
Last week, our tips, advice and independent musician news last week covered a Bandcamp upgrade, how website improvements increase revenue, 2025 playlist marketing updates, and more…
With a new update Bandcamp adds shareable playlists powered by ownership rather than passive streaming. Fans can only add tracks to their playlists if they’ve purchased them.
Playlisting was once a top way to grow your music, but many artists got burned by fake streams and shady tactics. Do Spotify playlists still matter? There’s now a new and better way to use playlists to market music reach real fans.
Your music website could be the key to turn fans into paying customers. These 7 simple strategies can boost sales, grow a fanbase, and help build a sustainable career as an independent artist.
The new Spotify Upcoming Releases hub is dedicated to highlighting soon-to-be-released albums. It’s powered by Countdown Pages and is designed to build new release discovery and momentum.
With the internet and digital technologies driving rapid change within the music industry, articles about new releases and who has been hired and fired are no longer enough. Our up to the minute industry news alongside insightful commentary helps our readers sift through the rumors and developments to find the information they need to keep their businesses moving forward.
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