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7 Networking Tips For Introverted Musicians

Being an introvert can be tough, particular in an industry which requires as much networking as the music business. Here are some valuable tips to keep in mind next time. Continue reading

Guest Post on 08/14/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Artist, Atlanta, CD Baby, Chicago, Chicago (band), Chicago Loop, Do it yourself, music industry, musician, Sonicbids

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MusicThinkTank Weekly Recap: Sell More Music • Think Before Moving For Music • Human Music Interaction

This week on MusicThinkTank, advice on selling more music, the artist bio writer, human music interaction, and some of the most obnoxious ways to promote your band.

Guest Post on 08/08/2015 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Bustle, Jamie Roberts, Kerrang!, Los Angeles, music industry, Musical ensemble, musician, Pitcher, press release, Sonicbids

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Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y & Indie Music

This week in DIY and Indie, we look at what mobile technology could mean for the future of music, some social media screw-ups to avoid, expose several lies you were. Continue reading

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Tags: Apple Inc., California, ConnectSafely.org, Do it yourself, Instagram, internet, LinkedIn, Mobile technology, musician, social media

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5 Signs You’re Not Built To Be A DIY Musician

Do you have what it takes to blaze your own trail in the music industry? Being a DIY musician requires an incredible amount of work, as well as a certain. Continue reading

Guest Post on 07/31/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Active Directory Application Mode, Android (operating system), Apple Inc., Artist, Do it yourself, independent music, music industry, musician, social media, Sonicbids

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4 Things Successful Musicians Do Differently

[UPDATED] When it comes to being a musician, there are both hobbyists and professionals. Here are some of the characteristics that the latter exhibit that allow them make a career in the. Continue reading

Guest Post on 07/19/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Apple Inc., HMV Group, independent music, music industry, musician, Musicians' Union (UK), The Sage Gateshead, Tony Wadsworth, United Kingdom, Value added tax

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Talking Artist Management With Mark McLewee

Looking for some advice on band management? In another installment of Tunecore's ongoing Artist Management Series, they speak to indie manager Mark McLewee about his experience in the industry.

Guest Post on 07/17/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Apple Inc., brand, career, Disc jockey, Email address, Go Daddy, iTunes, music industry, musician, Tunecore

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Four Types of People You Can Get Gigs From (And How to Ask Them)

How do I get gigs? This inquiry into the ever-elusive "gig" has been on the minds of new musicians for a very long time. In a perfect world, we'd all. Continue reading

Guest Post on 06/18/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: Adobe Photoshop, Apple Inc., Apple Worldwide Developers Conference, Berklee College of Music, Bob Mould, Bobby Moore, Disc jockey, Facebook, musician, Sonicbids

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UK Indies Join Apple Music Protest

Led by U.S. trade group A2IM, indie labels are threatening not to sign on to Apple Music because of a 90 day free trial during which no payments will be. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/17/2015 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: American Association of Independent Music, Android (operating system), Andy Heath (puppeteer), Apple Inc., Apple Worldwide Developers Conference, independent music, Jimmy Iovine, music industry, musician, United Kingdom

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Making It Work as a Cover Band: Why Yacht Rock Revue Stopped Playing Their Original Music

Making a living as a musician is tough – nobody can argue that. Whether it's because of grueling touring schedules or low payouts from streaming services and dwindling single and. Continue reading

Guest Post on 06/15/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (2)

Tags: Adam Scott (golfer), Caddy, Do it yourself, Golf, musician, PGA Championship, PGA Tour, Steve Williams (caddy), The Open Championship, YouTube

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MusicThinkTank Weekly Recap: 4 Cheap Videos That Musicians Should Make Today • More

When you are a musician, after a while it can be tough to keep things interesting. Check out this week's articles on Music Think Tank to see how to spice. Continue reading

Matt Gibson on 06/13/2015 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: 2010s in music, Def Jam Recordings, Disturbing tha Peace, Facebook, Global Positioning System, GOOD Music, Kanye West, music industry, musician, No I.D.

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