Results for "Career"

How Patreon Works For Me [Indie Musician Nate Maingard]

January 23, 2016

Here devoted Patreon user Nate Maingard offers us an inside look at the benefits of the service, and provides several tips other potential users should keep in mind when using Patreon so as to get (and give) the most out of it. Guest post by indie musician and Patreon user Nate Maingard  I'm Nate Maingard, a modern troubadour (nomadic singer-songwriter) from ...

4 Mentalities That Will Kill Your Music Career

January 21, 2016

The life of an independent musician is a stressful one, and in order to make your career a success, it's important to avoid slipping into the following four mentalities, regardless of what ups and downs the business throws at you. Guest Post by Eric Bernsen on the Sonicbids Blog In the world of independent music, you can rest assured ...

Why Hustle Beats Talent When Talent Don’t Hustle

January 16, 2016

In this interview with Jesse Tolbert, the Detroit born audio engineer and entrepreneur discusses the changes he has witnessed in recording technology over the years, and the challenge of being able to capture a song's “feel" from digital instrumentation alone. Guest Post by Rory Seydel on Landr Jesse Tolbert has a tattoo on his arm. Its message is ...

Using Social Media: An Introverted Musician's Guide

January 15, 2016

The rise of social media means that artists are expected to be in the spotlight and interacting with their fans 24/7. While this is all well and good for the attention lovers, such a prospect is decidedly unappealing for the more introverted musician. Here, we offer some sound advice for the attention shy on how to navigate social ...

Delegation For Musicians: How To Get Help And Support [Ariel Hyatt]

January 15, 2016

Sharing the work load is an important part of realizing your full potential as an independent musician. This article provides a step by step guide for how this can be done without losing money or control over your work. Guest post from Ariel Hyatt's Cyber PR You will never achieve the success you want it if you try ...

4 Ways To Network In The Music Industry For Free

January 13, 2016

Even more so than in other professions, networking is hugely important when it comes to building a career in the music industry, but the cost of attending festivals and conferences can add up. Here are four ways of make connections which cost nothing. Guest Post by Sam Friedman on the Sonicbids Blog We've all heard the saying, ...

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January 13, 2016

Smithsonian Folkways' Richard James Burgess Named CEO Of Indie Label Trade Group A2IM

January 6, 2016

The American Association Of Independent Music (A2IM) has named Richard James Burgess as CEO. He was head of business affairs at the highly respected non-profit Smithsonian Folkways Recordings and Chairman of the A2IM Board. Burgess succeeds Molly Neuman, who had been serving as interim president. With his elevation from board chairman to CEO, Secretly Group co-founder Darius Van ...

DIY Deconstructed: The Anatomy Of A Do-It-Yourself Music Video

January 5, 2016

Music videos are an important way for independent artists to promote their music and  image, but the prospect of making one often presents significant financial barriers. Here we hear from some experts on how it can be done professionally, with minimal time and money invested. Guest Post by Chris Robley on The DIY Musician Creating a music video ...

This Infographic Will Turn You Into A Social Media Rock Star In 2016

January 5, 2016