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Music Business Hacks

May 30, 2018

It happens to the best of us: hecklers. When you're performing at venues, especially bars with drunk audience members, people can sometimes get unruly. But instead of responding in anger or frustration, you can use a bit of compassion and humor to defuse the situation. In doing so, you'll win over fans in a new...


May 29, 2018

The worlds of art and activism have been connected for as long as social structures have existed, however, we're living in a new era of inter-connectedness where the lines between activism and art have blurred, on and off stage. How can artists passionate about a cause advance incorporate their values into their work in...


May 28, 2018

This week, we focused on developing some core music business practices that every artist should have a grasp on: trademark registration, accounting/finance, press photos, and having the best EPK/press kit possible. Are your materials up to date? Do you need some inspiration? Then listen in! Resources: Episode #111 -...


May 27, 2018

Matt Westin's first single, “Our Redneck of the Woods” reached the IndieWorld Country chart and the European Country Music Association charts. Matt is nominated for a 2018 International Music and Entertainment Association award. In this episode, we talk about making a record dedicated to the memory of his father,...


May 26, 2018

Recently, I came across an oft-asked question: "How do I become a famous singer?" It's so common that Alexa and Google suggest it, leading to a generic article with advice that won't really get you anywhere. So today, I'm going to answer the bigger question under this sentiment (while helping you with an activity that...