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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)

Tags: DIY, DIY musicians, music, music industry, musician, musicians, songwriter

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Bringing International DJs to US: Key Visa Considerations

Bringing international DJs and other performers to US venues and festivals can supercharge events. But particularly in the current political climate missteps in the visa process can lead to costly cancellations and legal trouble. This timely guide from Pablo G. Velez, Esq. outlines key immigration requirements and offers expert tips.

Alana Bonilla on 04/25/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: live music, music, music business, music industry, musician, musicians

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‘The Day That Music Cares’ – How to do your part

The Recording Academy and Music Cares’ annual The Day That Music Cares is a day of volunteer action.

Bruce Houghton on 04/25/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: DIY musicians, music, music business, Music Cares, music industry, musician, musicians

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UK Grassroots Tours shrink and Ticket revenues fall

The Music Venue Trust has released its 2024 annual report which saw UK grassroot venue tours shrink. Ticket revenue fell 13.5%.

Bruce Houghton on 04/24/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Can Superfan platforms solve the musician income crisis?

Can superfan platforms solve the creator and musician income crisis? As the industry embraces superfans, a look at the potential and limitations of superfans platforms to help creators earn a living.

Alana Bonilla on 04/24/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

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Listen to SXSW 2025’s best Live Music Business panels

SXSW has shared audio of many of its 2025 panels. So here are the best live music business panels this year including the state of independent venues, using data to sell more tickets, adding augmented reality and much more.

Bruce Houghton on 04/24/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

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How to successfully launch and market a single release

Think dropping a fabulous new track is enough? Just hitting “upload” won’t cut it anymore. Learn how to successfully launch and market a single release with this step-by-step strategy guide.. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 04/24/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: DIY, DIY musicians, music, music industry, music marketing, musician, musicians, streaming

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