How Spotify is stealing from small indie artists, why it matters, and what to do about it
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Posted: Mar 12, 2024 Guest post written by Greg Fuhs, co-manager of indie label Dying Code Media and member of indie bands Anti-Social Club and Object X "As you may have heard, Spotify recently announced that it will no longer pay royalties for songs receiving less than 1,000 streams per year, instead redirecting those funds to artists with songs exceeding that threshold. The company claims this is to better support “emerging and professional artists” and estimates they will redistribute as much as $1 billion over five years. They also claim that small indie artists won’t miss this money – alt ..read more
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8 Simple Steps to Formatting a Proper Press Release
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1w ago
Posted: Mar 19, 2024 **Guest post written by Cyber PR, originally featured on the Cyber PR Blog. "Here at Cyber PR, musicians frequently call and ask me to write and blast a press release. The reason to write a press release is for a particular event (like a show, a benefit, or a special occasion) OR for a very niche market (a “genre” of music is not a niche but a charity benefit or a tech related news piece like you are featured in a new app is!) I discourage blasting but I do encourage well-researched outreach. Here is how to create a press release in 8 steps ..read more
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The differences between Indie on the Move subscriptions and how to use those features
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2w ago
Posted: Feb 28, 2024 indie on the move Indie on the Move offers a couple of different account/subscription levels: free, premium, and deluxe. While you can find a point by point breakdown of those features on the site's pricing page, this video shows you how those features can be put to use as it relates to your show/tour booking through the platform ..read more
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15 Ways To Greatly Reduce Stress When Releasing An Album
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Posted: Mar 5, 2024 **Guest post written by James Hill, a veteran of the music industry. He has worked at Warner Reprise Records and then Interscope/ Geffen Records and now helps indie artists with branding and manufacturing through his company Unified Manufacturing, a CD/DVD, custom vinyl records and merch company in LA. "So, you’ve finally decided to release an album. Wuhoo! But listen up – getting your album out there isn’t just about tossing it into the world. It’s more like planning a grand wedding for 1000 people – you need a solid plan. In this guide, we’re going through fifteen essenti ..read more
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2024 Tax Tip for Self-Employed Musicians
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1M ago
"2024 Tax Tip for Self-Employed Performers: This year (2024), pay all your contractors via one electronic pay method like PayPal or Venmo so that you can reduce or eliminate issuing 1099s next year. This is because of the new 1099-K ..read more
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10 Questions You Should Ask When Choosing Artist Management Software
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Posted: Feb 13, 2024 **Guest post written by Aaron Enneking as featured in the artist growth blog. "Whether you manage a single artist or a roster of talent, keeping track of it all is no easy feat. From juggling emails, texts, and phone calls to coordinating travel logistics, navigating disparate calendars, and managing big personalities, there’s a lot of chance for error. Luckily, there are some great artist management tools out there to help you keep track of it all. You just have to know what to look for, as most project management tools aren’t geared for the music and entertainment space ..read more
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5 Ways to Prioritize Music in Your Weekly Schedule
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1M ago
"If you’re having trouble prioritizing music in your life, you’re certainly not alone...there is a way to ensure you prioritize music in your weekly schedule, no matter how busy you think you might be. The question is... Are you willing to do whatever it takes to make it happen? If you want to find out whether you’re going to make the cut, read on..." Guest post written by David Andrew Wiebe, founder & CEO at The Music Entrepreneur HQ ..read more
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The best way to get shows and tours booked with Indie on the Move
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1M ago
While we do have community driven sections of the site, specifically the availabilities, the most effective method of using the platform to get shows and tours booked is via direct outreach to the venues, colleges, and festivals in our venues database ..read more
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How will Spotify's recent changes impact hard-working artists?
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2M ago
"Spotify recently announced it has made serious changes to its royalty model that will affect independent musicians, digital distributors, and eventually the whole music industry. [This] is a summary of the changes made by Spotify, starting on January 1, 2024, and their anticipated impact on Spotify's royalty pool and all the players in the industry ..read more
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8 Essential Tips for Managing an Unsigned Artist
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3M ago
Posted: Jan 3, 2024 **Guest post written by Aaron Enneking as featured in the artist growth blog. "Managing an unsigned artist can be a challenging yet immensely rewarding experience...Without the backing of a record label, you (and your artist) will have to take on multiple roles and responsibilities to ensure their success. However, don’t let that discourage you! As artists like Macklemore and Chance the Rapper have shown, there’s no limit to what an unsigned artist can achieve. In this article, we'll discuss eight tips for how to manage an unsigned artist and help them navigate the music in ..read more
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