ReverbNation: Your Music Career Launchpad
ReverbNation serves as a launchpad for independent artists since 2006, offering tools for career growth and fan engagement. The platform helps musicians manage their online...
How To Sell 1 Million Albums and Owe $500,000
Learn how artists can sell 1 million albums yet still owe $500,000 to their record label. Music industry expert breaks down the complex financial reality....
Tiny Desk Contest Top Shelf, Episode 8
Top Shelf Episode 8 showcases standout performances from NPR's Tiny Desk Contest, featuring emerging artists competing for the coveted performance opportunity....
Indie Artists: Do They Still Need Promotion Companies?
Indie artists debate whether promotion companies are still necessary with today's digital tools. Modern musicians can self-promote using social media and streaming platforms....
Indie Artists: Music Distribution & Promotion Challenges
Independent artists navigate the modern music industry balancing free digital distribution platforms with traditional radio opportunities. Learn key strategies for music promotion, distribution, and building...
Indie Artists: Key Tips for Effective Radio Music Promotion
Essential tips for indie artists seeking radio promotion, including how to research promotion companies, avoid costly mistakes, and maximize marketing budgets....
CD Baby Pro Sees150% growth in Royalty Collection
CD Baby Pro achieved 150% growth in royalty collection, helping over 110,000 independent musicians collect publishing royalties across 90 territories....
CD Baby & Source3 Create On-Demand Merch for Artists
CD Baby partners with Source3 to offer 400,000+ independent artists customized 3D-printed merchandise without upfront costs. The platform enables on-demand production....
Taylor Swift’s Letter Changes Artist Pay Policy
Taylor Swift's open letter to Apple Music sparked a major industry shift, forcing the tech giant to pay artists during trial periods. Her bold move...
VuHaus Launches New Platform for Exclusive Live Music Videos
VuHaus launches as a new platform featuring exclusive live music videos from top public radio stations like KCRW and KEXP, showcasing intimate performances from artists...
TuneCore’s Chris Mooney: Five Predictions for Indie Artists
TuneCore's Chris Mooney shares five key predictions for indie artists, including focusing on YouTube monetization, embracing pre-orders, and leveraging video marketing through Vine and Instagram....
Top 5 Reasons Indie Artists Need an Entertainment Lawyer
Entertainment lawyer Greg Bloom shares the top 5 reasons indie artists need legal representation, from protecting intellectual property to maximizing revenue opportunities....
DJ CHUCK T RENAMES JULY 4TH TO “INDEPENDENT’S DAY”
DJ Chuck T dropped seven mixtapes from Southeast indie artists on July 4th, renaming the holiday 'Independent's Day' to celebrate music independence....