Independent musician news last week was filled with tips and guides to thriving in a competitive industry from live show booking hacks, finding the best PR team, to selling the right merch items, and more…
A strong brand isn’t just good for the artist; they matter to fans too, They make the fan experience more personal, meaningful, and connected. This is about more than just music. It’s about identity, community, and feeling seen.
Thinking about selling merch but not sure where to start? Learn the best selling merch for musicians. They are easy to launch, customizable, and perfect for musicians at any stage.
Most musicians focus on ticket sales, but that’s just the start. These 15 ideas show how to make money from live shows while also connecting with fans.
Not sure how to credit bandmates, guest artists, and collab partners on your next release? Learn how to credit collaborators and handle metadata so the music shows up correctly and your collaborators get the recognition they deserve.
When it comes to fandom, the process matter more than the payoff. In an era dominated by AI and instant access, learn how to the fandom journey builds loyalty authentically and sustainably.
Is playing live worth it? It’s harder than ever to perform live and tour profitably. The reasons are many, but the main culprits are rising costs and increased competition.
A PR firm can help a music career skyrocket, but only if you choose the right one. Learn how to find music PR teams, the key traits to look for and red flags to avoid before making this critical investment.
You can’t grow what you don’t measure, and that is especially true in today’s music industry. From streaming stats to fan engagement, learn how to measure success as a musician.
Struggling to fill the room? Here are seven proven strategies to sell more tickets to your next live show. While it’s written from the artist’s point of view, the strategies work for venues, promoters and festivals too.
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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