
Musicians earned $12.7M via Bandzoogle in 2020 as websites continue to be hub of direct-to-fan engagement
Social media and apps like TikTok may be getting all the headlines, but an artist’s own website remains the most effective and reliable hub of direct-to-fan engagement. After all, websites. Continue reading

Mental health in music: how/when to prioritize yourself
Pursuing a career in an industry as competitive and fast paced as the music business can often cause burnout in even the most talented artist or producer. Here we offer. Continue reading

Yes, but do you have a meme? Or, how I learned to stop worrying and love A&R Research
Whether deciding which song you’ll hear next or which band gets the money to make a music video, data has taken a front row seat in every sector of the. Continue reading

Guide to becoming a music influencer
As streaming platforms are more inundated with new music than ever, busy listeners need engaged tastemakers to help sort it all out. Here, we look at how you could become. Continue reading

We compared video distribution pricing (so you don’t have to)
As an artist, choosing the best video distribution option for you or your band can be complex and confusing. Here, we help make the decision easier by comparing the pros. Continue reading

How to deal with acoustics in your home studio
In addition to researching and investing in gear and software for your home studio, no DIY setup is complete without some strategically planned acoustic treatment. Guest post by Aaron Trumm. Continue reading

Your Morning Coffee: Black market streams • Hard truths for indie artists • More
Episode 31 of the “Your Morning Coffee: Weekly Music News for the New Music Business” podcast with Jay Gilbert and Mike Etchart is live. Episode #31 Highlights On this new episode. Continue reading

TUE BRIEF: Spotify protests • Songwriters push Recording Academy • Abbey Road buys Audiomovers • NFTs • more

8 Spotify stats that may make you rethink your career in music
Stats shared by Spotify over the last few weeks show just how difficult it is to build an audience and a career in music. The sheer vastness of the content. Continue reading

Amir Sadik Abdullah, founder/owner at 180 Proof Records [A2IM Featured Exec]
In this edition of A2IM’s featured exec, we learn a little about 180 Proof Records founder and owner Amir Sadik Abdullah, an executive dedicated to helping elevate Black independent artists. Continue reading