Well, a lot
actually. It takes so much more than simply uploading a digital file of one of
your tracks, and then assuming that truly good music will always get discovered
and heard. While yes, it does and
always has come down to the quality of music, many musicians find it
overwhelming the amount of work that goes into building and sustaining an
independent music career. It requires inspiration, strategy, and perhaps more
important than ever before, a relationship with your fans to morph your music
from beyond a hobby and into a sustainable and viable career.
With that in mind, the following infographic
breaks down how musicians should consider approach the mighty tool (and beast) that
is the Internet:
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Source: imsesh.com
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Hisham Dahud is a Senior Analyst for Hypebot.com. Additionally, he is the head of Business Development for Fame House and an independent musician. Follow him on Twitter: @HishamDahud