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How hard is it to earn a living as a musician?

How hard is it to earn a living as a musician? Discover the truth behind the challenges and the key strategies that can turn passion into a profitable and sustainable career.

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How to Get Music Gigs to Boost Your Career

Learn how to get music gigs. We share strategies that will help you book more shows, build a strong fanbase, and make a lasting impression on promoters and venues.

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DIY and Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week, our tips, advice and independent news covered house concerts, YouTube Shorts, current music marketing trends, and more…

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Side Door removes 10% booking commissions

Alternative venue and house concert booking platform Side Door has eliminated its 10% booking commissions and ticketing fees to artists and hosts.

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How To Keep Fans Engaged Between Releases and Tours

Struggling to keep fans engaged between releases and tours? Explore these 10 strategies to help maintain excitement, grow your audience, and stay top of mind, even when you’re not dropping new tracks.

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What Streamers can learn from Online Radio: Live and Local

Online radio is making a comeback, as music listeners get tired of the same old algorithms guiding their listening experience. If streamers want to stay on top, they may need to reintegrate that human-touch listeners crave.

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9 Music Industry Internships to Jumpstart Your Career

Ready to launch a career in the music industry? Don’t miss out on these music industry internships with top companies like Spotify, YouTube Music, Universal Music Group, and more…

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Music Marketing 2025: Swifties, Vaporwave, Superfans & More

Understanding today’s music audiences is key to music marketing success. Learn how algorithms, niche communities and more are helping artists connect with fans in the new playbook for music marketing 2025.

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Join Symphonic’s Women in Music Industry Mentorship Program

Join the fourth edition of Symphonic’s Empowered+ women in music music industry mentorship program and gain exclusive access to top industry mentors who can help propel your career. Don’t miss this chance to grow and connect. Apply by March 31st!

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DIY and Independent Musician News Last Week

Our tools, tips and DIY and Independent Musician News last week covered how to stay healthy on tour, TikTok music promotion, and more…

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Mastering Branding For Musicians

A strong music brand is the key to standing out, but it takes more than just great music to build lasting success. From defining your identity to mastering visual aesthetics and storytelling, learn how to master branding for musicians.

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