Tag Archive for: music career

Why Independent Artists Need More Than a Great Song

Why Independent Artists Need More Than a Great Song A great song can open a door. But what happens after the door opens? For independent artists, that's where the real work begins. Writing and recording a great song is only one…

Do You Need a Record Label? What Independent Artists Should Consider First

Do You Need a Record Label? What Independent Artists Should Consider First At some point, almost every independent artist has the thought: “Maybe I need a record deal.” Sometimes that thought comes after a big song. Sometimes…

How Artists Can Use TikTok Without Becoming a TikToker

Let's say it out loud: You are an artist. You are not necessarily a TikToker. And that's okay. TikTok has become one of the places where people discover music, artists, trends, sounds, performances, and personalities. For an independent…

Artist Development Is More Than Making Better Music

🎤 Artist Development Is More Than Making Better Music Every artist wants to get better at their craft. Better songs. Better vocals. Better production. Better performances. Better recordings. And obviously, that's important. But…

From Studio to Stage: Building an Artist Career Beyond the Music

From Studio to Stage: Building an Artist Career Beyond the Music There is something special about making a song. You can spend hours writing it, recording it, changing one word, moving one drum, stacking one more vocal, listening to it…

One Song → Content Campaign: How Artists Can Get More From Every Release

One Song → Content Campaign: How Artists Can Get More From Every Release You finally finished the song. It's mixed. It's mastered. The artwork is done. The release date is set. And then somebody asks: “Okay… what…

Building an Artist Brand Without Losing Yourself

Building an Artist Brand Without Losing Yourself There is a weird pressure on artists today to be a brand. You hear it everywhere. Build your brand.Define your aesthetic.Find your niche.Create your content pillars.Pick your colors.Have…

Building Your First Real Artist Team: Who Do You Actually Need?

Building Your First Real Artist Team: Who Do You Actually Need? At some point, every independent artist reaches a moment when doing everything yourself stops being sustainable. You're writing. Recording. Booking. Posting. Editing. Answering…

Your First 1,000 Fans: Why Real Connection Matters More Than Follower Count

Your First 1,000 Fans: Why Real Connection Matters More Than Follower Count There is something about seeing 1,000 people that feels huge. 1,000 followers. 1,000 listeners. 1,000 subscribers. 1,000 people in a room. The…