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4 Ways Artists Can Use YouTube Analytics to Grow Their Reach

YouTube’s guide for using analytics to help creators grow their channels offers artists some interesting tips and insights. Let’s take a look!

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Independent Musician News Last Week

All the indie and DIY artists looking for advice on finding sanity and success in the music industry should check out this roundup of independent musician news last week.

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Contacts for Music Festivals That Book Emerging Artists

Hoping to land a spot on a festival lineup in 2026? Here are contacts for music festivals that are now accepting artist applications.

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Mental Health Essentials for Musicians

Behind the spotlight, many musicians are silently battling anxiety, burnout, and depression. This guide to mental health essentials for musicians breaks down the challenges artists face, and what to do. Continue reading

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Indie Musician News Last Week: Tariffs, Spotify, Merch, AI & More

Indie musician news last week ranged from a tariffs warning from Bandcamp, Spotify Superlisteners, what you need to know prior to a merch deal, serving your biggest fans, post-release strategies, and much more…

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Electronic Press Kits for Musicians: An EPK Checklist

Wondering how to make a strong first impression in the music industry? This guide shows you how to build standout electronic press kits for musicians that gets the attention of press, bookers, and labels.

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5 Things to Know Before Signing A Merch Deal: Just ask NBA YoungBoy 

Just like a record contract or any other deal, you need to know the risks before signing a merch deal. Not knowing recently landed NBA YoungBoy aka YoungBoy Never Broke Again in court.

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Post-release strategies to maintain momentum for music

You dropped the track, but the real work starts after release day. Learn the key post-release strategies that keep your momentum strong, grow your audience, and turn one song into long-term success.

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Turn Listeners into Lifelong Fans with Spotify Super Listeners

Not all listeners are the same, and a small group can have the biggest impact on your music career. Here’s how to grow your Spotify Super Listeners to increase streams, sell more tickets, and build a loyal fanbase that lasts.

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SoundExchange distributions topped $242.5M in Q2 2025

SoundExchange distributions topped $241.5 million in digital royalties to creators from April to June 2025. Combined with the $253.2 million distributed in the first quarter of the year, ir annual distributions for the first half of 2025 are $494.7 million.

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Indie Musician News: Bandsintown, Instagram, Email, Playlists

Are you an independent musician looking for some tips and tricks for success? Here are some of last week’s top indie musician news including a Bandsintown YouTube integration, an Instagram. Continue reading

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