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Fees waived again today as Bandcamp Fridays fan participation tops 800,000

As on the first Friday of every month since March of 2020, today Friday, August 6th Bandcamp is waiving its revenue share to help support artists and indie labels hurt. Continue reading

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CD Baby named a YouTube Preferred Distributor

CD Baby has been named a charter member of the new YouTube Preferred Distributor program. CD Baby’s inclusion in the YouTube Preferred Distributor Program means that YouTube now recommends the. Continue reading

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Streaming creates hype, but radio still drives engagement says a new study

A new study from the team at analytics platform Vibrate suggests that while streaming creates hype, radio is still better at driving long-term engagement. Vibrate analyzed 24,000 radio stations in. Continue reading

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Look at what happens on the internet every 60 seconds

The internet is clearly a busy place, but just how busy is it? Here, we break down every that goes on online in the span of a single minute. Spoiler. Continue reading

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8 things every indie musician should have with them at all times

As a scrappy do-it-yourselfer in a tough industry, there are certain essentials you keep on your person at all times, for any occasion when you’re struck by inspiration or have. Continue reading

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How I made $300 off music in one hour [Case Study]

In a world where live shows are still tenuous and streaming revenues are often pitiably small, artists are always looking for ways to earn extra income from their music. In. Continue reading

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How to create demand for your music

As an artist, your number one job is to create demand for your music, something that should be done through patience and dedication to your craft, rather than through constant. Continue reading

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13 questions you should ask a potential band member

The stakes couldn’t be any higher when it comes to choosing a new band member, as the decision can easily make or break a musical project. Here, industry consultant Bobby. Continue reading

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Top 8 Instagram growth hacks for musicians and other creators

By now, Instagram has proven itself to be a powerful, career-making tool in a musician’s arsenal, provided one knows how to navigate it effectively. Guest post by James Shotwell of. Continue reading

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Tips for creating an ‘original’ cover song

Ironically, recording a cover of someone else’s song can be a great way to help you band or project stand out in a crowded field. Here, we look at some. Continue reading

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Think BIG with your music marketing: The most popular websites and how much time is spent on them

Users spent 317.5 million hours on Spotify last year and that made it the 42nd most popular website in the world just above Tinder. By comparison, every year the world spends. Continue reading

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