With all the pressures and responsibilities that come with being an independent artist, picking a band name can seem like a mundane detail, but the reality is that choosing the right band name is ultimately of the most important decisions you can make as an artist. ______________________________ Guest post by…
Category archives: Music
What Is It That Makes A Song Catchy?
Sleuthing out what it is that makes a song "catchy" has been a goal of songwriters since time immemorial. Here Hunter Farris meshes the worlds of music theory and psychology to determine just what it is that gives some music the ability to grab at our brains and not let…
‘Ties That Bind’ Celebrates A Year Of Telling Rock & Roll Recovery Stories
Sponsored by the drug and alcohol treatment center Cornerstones of Recovery, The Ties That Bind Us launched as a weekly interview series designed to shed light on some of the more negative byproducts that can result from a rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle. We look back on one year of the…
These True Wireless Earbuds Raised Almost $2M On Indiegogo
The xFryro ARIA True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds bring amazing sound and convenience to your listening experience.
Merlin Paid Indie Labels $1 Billion In Last 18 Months
Global independent digital rights agency Merlin announced the findings of its 2019 Membership Report & Survey at A2IM Indie Week on Tuesday, The report revealed 63% year-on-year increase in member payments to $845 million. The total includes over $130 million in revenues generated from one time settlements and other non-royalty…
Breaking Into The Music Industry: Tips For College Grads
While graduating from college can feel like a major milestone, the prospect of finding a job (particularly in an industry as tumultuous as the music business) can be intimidating. Here we look at some key pointers for how fresh-faced graduates can get their foot in the door. ________________________ In this…
Merlin CEO Charles Caldas To Step Down
One of independent music’s most vocal advocates, Charles Caldas will step down as CEO of Merlin at the end of 2019 after more than 12 years leading the global digital rights agency. Continuing his current duties until then, Charles will work with the Merlin board to ensure a smooth transition…
NPR Launches Curated Music Playlists
National Public Radio’s NPR Music has launch a new series of curated playlists featuring music from the broadcaster’s radio programs such as Morning Edition or All Things Considered. The playlists, which will also feature ‘curated’ selections from NPR personalities, will include music from across a variety of genres, such as…
Spotify Dubbed Digital Predator By Top Radio Consultant
The potential disruptive impact of Spotify’s new "Your Daily Drive " playlist which mixes music, news and short podcasts, is starting to sink in at radio. Respected radio consultant Fred Jacobs of Jacobs Media has now dubbed "Your Daily Drive" and short daily podcasts like the New York Times produced…
5 Reasons You Don’t Actually Want The Record Deal Of Your Dreams
The record industry, and consequently the record deal, have seen countless transformations over the decades, and while many artists may still be eager to sign the "contract of their dreams," the reality is that these agreements can often leave the artist in a less than ideal situation ______________________________ Guest post…