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Why It’s So Hard for Independent Artists to Break Through 

No one cares about you until you are already successful, For independent artists, that reality can be brutal. Anna Stephens of Decent Music PR looks at why breaking through is so hard and how artists can take back control.

Alana Bonilla on 05/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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How to Market an Independent Musician: A Step By Step Guide

Elevate your music career with clear, cost-effective strategies to market an independent musician, build their brand and reach the right audience. 

Alana Bonilla on 05/05/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Independent Musician News Last Week

Last week, our tips, advice and independent musician news covered advice from a Spotify exec, how to release physical music, fingerprinting (who knew?), mental health, accounting terms for musicians, and more…

Alana Bonilla on 05/03/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Accounting Terms Musicians Need To Understand

Make smarter decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and maximize profits with accounting terms musicians need to understand.

Alana Bonilla on 05/02/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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10 proven SubmitHub tips to boost Playlist Success

Want more Spotify playlist placements without wasting time or money? These 10 insider SubmitHub tips reveal exactly how to pitch smarter and get real results from curators who actually care.

Alana Bonilla on 05/01/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Indie Artist Guide to Print and Release Physical Music

Streaming might be king, but physical music can build deeper fan connections, boost revenue, and elevate a brand. From fan demand to tour strategy and budgeting, here’s how to tell when it’s the right time to press vinyl, CDs, or cassettes and release physical music.

Alana Bonilla on 04/30/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Why Metadata matters for your music’s success

Learn why metadata matters and how it can transform your music’s visibility and success. These strategies will help ensure your tracks reach the right audience and maximize their potential. Why. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 04/29/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How an Independent Artist Sold Out first headline show

Learn how a completely independent artist sold out their first headline show. Basyl used nothing but smart strategy, community support, and zero ad spend. From DIY posters to a small paid Instagram boost, his blueprint proves you don’t need a big budget to make a big impact.

Alana Bonilla on 04/28/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)
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Independent Musician News: Fake Streams, Sync, Singles, More

Last week, our tips, advice and independent musician news covered how to become a better live singer, the true costs of artificial streams, a guide to getting music synced, and more..

Alana Bonilla on 04/26/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Guide to Songwriter Credits + Why Getting Them Right Matters

Getting songwriter credits right is crucial for making sure you get paid and recognized for your work. In this Guide to Songwriter Credits from CD Baby, find out what proper songwriter metadata is, why it’s important and how it can protect your rights.

Alana Bonilla on 04/25/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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