Several musicians playing in sold out arenas and selling platinum records today, started out locally. It is extremely important to establish a local presence and grow a local fan base to progress...
5 Ways Musicians Can Make Money From Home
Musicians are faced with a ton of opportunities to make money from the comfort of their homes. Armed with talent and an entrepreneurial mindset, artists can grow and add new revenue streams. Below...
3 Brilliant Marketing Strategies That Led Adele To Success
After a five year hiatus, Adele took the music industry by storm with her new album, 25. With the help of a powerful marketing team, Adele made headlines for record-breaking sales accomplishment. 25...
3 Business Lessons Musicians Can Learn From Taylor Swift
With a net worth over $200 million, singer/songwriter Taylor Swift is a financial force to be reckoned with. Her success comes in part from her unique business model. To Swift, every person involved...
How To Go Viral On YouTube Like Gangnam Style
Gangnam Style is the first video to cross two billion views on YouTube. Despite having Korean lyrics, the video became an international hit with catchy beats and bizarre dance moves. So how did...
5 Best Hip Hop Blogs To Submit Your Music
Blogs offer a promising platform for upcoming musicians to feature their music. One good write up by a popular blog can open several doors for new bands and artists. Blogs are constantly on the...
5 Musicians Who Owe Their Popularity To YouTube
What do Justin Bieber, Lana Del Rey and Soulja Boy have in common?All three musicians, who are now globally renowned, have YouTube to thank for their success and popularity. YouTube has nurtured...
Five People Every Local Musician Needs In His Network
Who you know is important. Many people today find career opportunities through networking. As a musician, the names you have in your network are even more important. Here are five local people you...
3 Ways To Infuse Classical Music Into Your Own Work
It can be hard to not think of classical music as a little bit of a drag, especially when you compare it to the fun of pop music, the intensity of rock music, or the deep feeling of singer/songwriter...
5 Elements To Include On Every Band Website
Band websites are a great way to market oneself in one easy stop. Social media, merchandise, and ticket sales can all be put onto the band website. It is also a great place to announce upcoming...