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Musician’s Guide to Threads: Conversation and Community

With this Musician’s Guide to Threads learn how build real fan connections, boost engagement, and share your creative journey more authentically.

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20 Short-Form Videos for song promotion on TikTok and Reels

Here are 20 short-form video ideas for song promotion on TikTok and Reels. These scroll-stopping videos are being used by indie artists right now to boost visibility, connect with fans, and rack up streams.

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Music Festivals to apply to play in 2025

Check out the top music festivals to apply to play in 2025. These festivals take open submissions.

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How to switch to a TikTok Artist Account and why you should

In 2023 TikTok introduced the Artist Account to help musicians reach new audiences and strengthen fan engagement. Here’s how to switch to a TikTok Artist account and take full advantage of these powerful tools.

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DIY and Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week, our tips and advice for DIY and independent musician news covered how to make money as a musician, get the first 1000+ streams, and more…

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GigSalad booked live gigs worth $113M for indie artists

Event booking platform GigSalad booked live gigs worth $113 million for a diverse array of 110,000 musicians and other entertainers since launching in 2007.

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Join the Music Sustainability Summit this month in LA

The Music Sustainability Summit 2025 has been announced for Wednesday, April 16, in Los Angeles. The summit, organized by the Music Sustainability Alliance, was rescheduled from February because of the LA fires.

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How to establish an identify as a musician

Standing out is essential to grow a fanbase and increase streams. Learn how to establish an identify as a musician that resonates with an audience. 

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Best times to post on Social Media 2025

This guide will help maximize your engagement and visibility across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and more. Learn the best times to post on social media in 2025.

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Rivet email music marketing platform is perfect for teams

Rivet’s new email music marketing platform helps artist teams create eye-catching campaigns that drive real revenue. With smart templates and easy-to-use features, it’s never been simpler to connect with fans and boost sales, writes Randi Zimmerman of Symphonic.

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How to get a song 1000 streams the right way

Learn how o get a song 1000 streams quickly and start to build a real fanbase. This action plan breaks down exactly how to invest your time and budget for maximum impact with daily engagement, playlist pitching, and targeted ads.

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