3 Ways You Should Think Differently About Releasing Music

While musicians typically follow an established formula when it comes to releasing new music, this doesn’t mean it’s always the best way. Here Chris Robley digs into three way you can think differently about releasing your music and see drastically improved results. _____________________________________ By Chris Robley of CD Baby from…

3 Ways You Should Think Differently About Releasing Music

While musicians typically follow an established formula when it comes to releasing new music, this doesn’t mean it’s always the best way. Here Chris Robley digs into three way you can think differently about releasing your music and see drastically improved results. _____________________________________ By Chris Robley of CD Baby from…

3 Ways You Should Think Differently About Releasing Music

While musicians typically follow an established formula when it comes to releasing new music, this doesn’t mean it’s always the best way. Here Chris Robley digs into three way you can think differently about releasing your music and see drastically improved results. _____________________________________ By Chris Robley of CD Baby from…

Why Can’t I Get Music Press?

Chasing press can be one of the most frustrating elements of self-marketing, and is made even more frustrating by the fact that there is no guarantee of a payoff. Here we look at five easily fixable problems that could be preventing you getting the press you need. ___________________________ Guest post…

Could This Company Be The Last To Distribute CDs?

While the CD has hung on longer than some might have guessed, it’s decline has been steady. That said, some are still turning a profit from this outdated form of music. Here we look at Alliance Entertainment, the largest wholesaler of physical music in the US. _______________________ Guest post Bobby…

Could This Company Be The Last To Distribute CDs?

While the CD has hung on longer than some might have guessed, it’s decline has been steady. That said, some are still turning a profit from this outdated form of music. Here we look at Alliance Entertainment, the largest wholesaler of physical music in the US. _______________________ Guest post Bobby…

Not Ready For A Music Manager? Try An Accountability Team

While you may not yet be ready to employ a full-time music manager, that doesn’t mean that, as a DIY artist, you need to totally go it alone. In fact, there are a number of ways you can expand your team and advance your career without having to fully invest…

More Misdirection, Dodgeball On Royalties From SiriusXM

Broadcasting company SiriusXM is up to no good, says Chris Castle, claiming that its out to see artists paid their fair due. In reality the company is using rhetorical trickery to distract artists while Sirius climbs its way to a more advantageous industry position. __________________________ Guest post by Chris Castle…

YouTube ‘Nashville Sessions’ Help Artists Grow Online

In this piece Gloria Ruth Finney looks at the phenomenon of a YouTube Pop-space dubbed the Nashville Sessions which allows select up-and-coming musicians to connect and collaborate over the course of a week as well as work on increasing their YouTube viewership. ___________________________ Guest post by Gloria Ruth Finney Starstruck…

Facebook ‘Watch’ Video Hub Goes Global, Adds Features

With users spending an increasing amount of time consuming video content, the social networks have taken note, with Facebook now expanding its "Watch" section to go global, coupled with new content management features and advertising options. ___________________________ By Jay Cook, Account Manager, Rights Management for The Orchard from The Daily…