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New Penalties for Artificial Streaming: What Musicians Need to Know

Recent changes at Spotify, Apple Music and other digital service providers introduce new penalties for artificial streaming. Find out how to navigate these changes and protect your music…..

Alana Bonilla on 05/15/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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How musicians can make money by focusing on fandom [Ariel Hyatt, Cyber PR]

Fans are the fuel that gets and keeps every career running, so it only makes sense that getting more of them will mean more money. Here’s how to get started…..

Alana Bonilla on 05/14/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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The importance of good Metadata for music discovery and payment

Metadata is the digital information attached to music. So if you want to make music more discoverable with just a few steps, this guide is for you…..

Alana Bonilla on 05/13/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Getting It Done – Last Week in D.I.Y. & Indie Music: Albini, .music & More

Last week, our tips and advice for independent, do-it-yourselfers covered the legacy of Steve Albini, .MUSIC deadlines, songwriting splits, Kanye marketing lessons, some of the best mental health resources for. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 05/11/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Is Groover actually a good marketing tool for musicians?

Groover strives to raise up independent musicians and give them more exposure to industry professionals. But is it too good to be true? Randi Zimmerman of Symphonic digs in to find out…..

Alana Bonilla on 05/10/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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How to find and negotiate the right Music Distribution Deal

DistroKid, CD Baby, TuneCore, Symphonic, The Orchard, Believe, Downtown. The list goes on and on. This guide will help you find what’s right for you…..

Alana Bonilla on 05/09/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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10 ways to make you and your music easier to find online: SEO For Music

Want your band, brand and music to be one of the first things people see when they search online? Then it’s time to learn about SEO (Search Engine Optimization)…..

Alana Bonilla on 05/09/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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The Brilliance of Ye’s Direct-to-Fan Playbook

Whatever your opinion of the GOAT, aka Ye, aka Kanye West, his team is perfecting the use of exclusive content and limited-time offers to activate his army of fans…..

Alana Bonilla on 05/08/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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8 Music Mental Health Resources to check out in 2024

The music industry is not all butterflies and rainbows, it’s tough out here. Keep reading to check out some mental health support that is specific to your career and lifestyle. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 05/07/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How Many Fans Do Musicians Need to Be Successful on Patreon?

Monetizing superfans is being touted as a way for artists to make a living, and Patreon is arguably the original superfan monetization platform. David “D4” Nguyen offers an experienced look. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 05/07/2024 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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