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5 Web Tools For Musicians To Try
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In this piece Fiona Z shares five recently discovered valuable tools artists can use to improve their online experience, streamline social media usage, edit video, sign online paperwork and more! Guest post from Fiona Z Lately, I’ve been diving into summits, podcasts and I’ve also signed up to go to CD Baby’s DIY Musician Conference (let me know if you’ll be there). I am trying to take the rest of the month for research, education and learning what is new out there, ...
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Why Twitter Still Matters For Musicians
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Although some self-promoting musicians may choose to eschew the platfrom, Chris Robley here details why the controversial social network still holds significant value for artists as promotional tool, particularly in comparison to some of the other social media platforms out there. Guest post by Chris Robley of DIY Musician Twitter lets musicians do three things they can’t do on other social platforms. First, if you hate Twitter, fine; don’t be on it. Same goes for ANY social platform. Concentrate your ...
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How To Diversify Your Music Promotion Efforts
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With music consumption habits changing so much in recent years and showing no signs of stopping, the techniques for promoting must also adapt. Here we look at the importance of diversifying how to promote your music. Guest post by Patrick McGuire from the TuneCore Blog It’s a complicated time to be making music. Factors like music fans en masse increasingly favoring playlists over traditional albums, and our ever shortening attention spans, make the act of promoting a new single or ...
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Facebook Pixel Basics For Artists, Labels
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Not often discussed in the world of music marketing, Facebook pixels provide an excellent way for artists to reach fans directly and keep better track of who is visiting their website, as well as advertise to them directly. Guest post by Dan Servantes of GHStrategic Do you know which of your fans are most likely to see you on tour? Or which fans are considering purchasing merch from your online store? How about just knowing which fans care about you ...
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How To Succeed On Soundcloud
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With hundreds of thousands of indie music fans using the platform, Soundcloud is an important way to build an audience. But with tens of thousands of artists active there, how do you not get lost in the shuffle? Fortunately, Soundcloud offers some tips. Make sure your profile is up to date Keep your profile pic current – unless your seventh grade school photo is the kind of look you’re going for. Use your top banner image as a shout out ...
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Why EPs Are Still Important
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EPs have existed for a long time as a great way for artists to test the waters before dropping a full length album. Here we look at the benefits of having an EP, how to use it, and the history behind the format. Guest post by Ellie Batchiyska of IndieOnTheMove “As an aspiring artist, you probably understand the significance of self-promotion. Creating a following involves allowing the world to familiarize itself with you and your music as a joint entity. ...
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Want To Write Music For TV? 4 Tips For Producers
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Writing music for TV can be a great way to make steady money in the music industry, all the while exercising your creativity and getting your music heard. Here we look at four important things to know for starting out that will make the process smoother and more likely to be successful. By Jin Wooh of The Pro Audio Files for the TuneCore Blog Have you ever wondered how to get your music on TV? Before I became a film and TV composer, I had ...
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3 Sites To Help You Determine Your Brand
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While most musicians would rather focus their artistry on what they do best (music) there are a number of visual components when it comes to building the branding necessary to achieve industry success. Here we look at three sites that can make this process much easier. Guest post by Susan Paulinksi for the TuneCore Blog It can be frustrating building a career in music when there are so many pieces to the puzzle that need your focus, and all you’d rather ...
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