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NIVA '25

NIVA ’25 Day 2: Indie Live Music Community Looks Forward

NIVA ’25 Day 2 was filled with actionable insights, community building and meaningful discussions about the future of independent live music. The annual convention of the National Independent Venue Association continues in Milwaukee through Wednesday.

Bruce Houghton on 06/25/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Paul Koehler

Paul Koehler: Full-time Drummer AND Major Artist Manager

Paul Koehler is both the drummer for the iconic emo hardcore band Silverstein and a music industry entrepreneur. In addition to touring and recording full-time for the past 25 years,. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 06/25/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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tariffs on vinyl

How Tariffs on Vinyl Undermine the US Revival & Artist Incomes

Vinyl is making a big comeback, but hidden tariffs on vinyl and other key components are making it harder to press records in the U.S. While finished records can be. Continue reading

Alana Bonilla on 06/25/2025 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)
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NIVA '25

NIVA names new President and Board

The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) named a new President, officers and board members at his annual convention in Milwaukee this week

Bruce Houghton on 06/24/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Casual Listeners into Loyal Fans

How to Turn Casual Listeners into Loyal Fans

What actually turns casual listeners into loyal fans? Ian Campbell breaks down the emotional and strategic steps every artist should know to build a real and monetizable fanbase.

Alana Bonilla on 06/24/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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NIVA '25

NIVA State of Live study released as convention begins

The NIVA State of Live study was released Monday as the independent venue and promoter trade group’s annual convention began in Milwaukee.

Bruce Houghton on 06/23/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Musician’s Income Checklist: Get Paid What You Deserve

If you work in music, getting paid often isn’t easy—but it can be. This simple musician’s income checklist helps you ask the right questions so you paids what you deserve.

Alana Bonilla on 06/23/2025 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)
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How to Build an Independent Music Community

How to Build an Independent Music Community

Building a strong label or artist fanbase isn’t just about follower counts. Learn how to build an independent music community that is loyal and engaged. This guide breaks down how to connect authentically with fans and grow lasting support.

Alana Bonilla on 06/23/2025 in Indie Music | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Live Music Industry News Roundup: NIVA, Ticket Resale & More

From the start of NIVA 25, a new ticketing law setting the bar in Maine, to why gatekeeping can be a good thing, here is this week’s live music industry news roundup.

Alana Bonilla on 06/23/2025 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)
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Your Morning Coffee Podcast

Your Morning Coffee Podcast #255 + A Special Merlin Episode

Episode 255 of THE Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchar Your Morning Coffee Podcast: Weekly News for the New Music Business is available now. Listen here.

Bruce Houghton on 06/23/2025 in Uncategorized | Permalink | Comments (0)
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