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Music Biz Weekly Podcast looks back on 13 Years and 600 Episodes

Celebrating dual milestones of 13 years and 600 episodes, Music Biz Weekly co-hosts Micahel Brandvold and Jay Gilbert look back at what the internet, social media, and music marketing were like when their popular podcast launched…..

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A second look at using Spotify Marquee to market music [Brian Hazard]

Now that time has passed, and the platform has been adequately tested, Brian Hazard gives his updated review on Spotify’s Marquee artist feature…..

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Refresh your Spotify profile in 5 minutes or less

When it comes to your brand, looks are everything! These ten quick tricks will refresh your artist profile and help you get more attention than ever…..

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Key U.S. user demo is leaving TikTok as new user growth also slows

Real and threatened bans, UMG, and others pulling tracks, mountains of bad press, and increased competition from Meta and YouTube are taking their toll on TokTok, just as the social platform may be forced to look for a buyer…..

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A proven music release strategy for independent and D.I.Y. artists

What’s the best way to release music as an indie artist in 2024? Well, one of the smartest things to try is…do what’s working for other artists. In this post, we’ll look at a release strategy that has worked for both new and established artists…..

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How to release and promote your first single

Releasing a single can be a daunting task for any artist. Whether an independent musician or a signed artist, you should take key steps to ensure your single is successful…..

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Getting It Done – Last week in D.I.Y. & Indie Music: Living Wage bill, Release tips, Finding a Manager & More

Last week, our tips and advice for the independent, do-it-yourselfers out there covered how to promote a music video, how to find a manager and much more…

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Living Wage For Musicians Act excites many but worries others

A new bill before Congress that would increase streaming royalties excites many independent musicians, but others are worried. Here is why… by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0 If you took. Continue reading

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Manage your music business with Artist Growth [A2IM Indie Spotlight]

Navigating the music industry can be challenging and that’s why Artist Growth Workspace was created as an event, project, and data management tool designed for the unique needs of artists. Continue reading

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How do you find a (good) music manager

Working with a music manager can be crucial in taking a career to the next level. But as anyone who has tried knows, finding a good one isn’t easy. Here are some proven steps to get started….

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