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Why you should pre-register your .music domain NOW

The .music domains will be available in the near future, so read on to find out why it is important and why you should pre-register right away. A guest post. Continue reading

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Benefits of keeping a listening journal and why it’s important

If you are looking for new ways to improve your music and grow as an artist, keep reading to learn about the benefits of active listening and keeping a listening. Continue reading

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5 healthy lifestyle tips for musicians

As anyone even vaguely familiar with the industry is aware, maintaining a healthy lifestyle in the music business can be a challenge. That said, doing so is made all the. Continue reading

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6 dos, don’ts for being a successful independent artist

Here, Disctopia offers an insider view of the challenges and struggles independent artists face climbing the ladder to success, and offers some guidance on how to succeed in an industry. Continue reading

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3 Things For Amateur Musicians To Remember

A career in music is one of the most fundamentally human pursuits out there, and while it is certainly one of the more challenging jobs out there, a few key. Continue reading

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ESSENTIALS: Music Promotion Tips For Independent Artists

Between now and the end of the year we’ll be featuring 2021 Essentials, popular Hypebot posts from 2020 that will help you thrive in 2021. Today we look at Music. Continue reading

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5 Tips For Aspiring Musicians

While no part of cultivating a career in the music industry is easy, the very beginning can often be the hardest roadblock to overcome. Here, one artist shares five key. Continue reading

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Holiday Marketing Tips, Ideas For Musicians

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – for merch! In a year that’s been tougher than most for bands and artists, the holidays are one of the best. Continue reading

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3 Content Tips For Artists Using Twitch

One of the side effects of quarantine and canceled shows has been a major uptick in artist live streams. One of the more popular platforms for doing this has been. Continue reading

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Top YouTube Playlists To Get Featured On

YouTube remains one of the most important marketing platforms for artists, so it’s important to keep it in mind when considering your overall promotional strategy. Here we look at some. Continue reading

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Spotify Offers Tips For The Best Livestream Setup

As the shutdown stretches on, many artists are becoming quite adept at in-home live streaming, and have begun to perfect the craft. In this piece, we hear some pro tips. Continue reading

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