Indie Artist Playbook – Part 2 A step-by-step guide for independent artists who want promoters, venues, labels, and media to take them seriously. A great song might get some attention, but a professional Electronic Press Kit (EPK) helps turn that attention into opportunities. Whether you’re pitching to a music blog, applying for a festival, contacting […]
The Indie Artist’s Playbook – Part Two Get The Knowledge To Get Known. Welcome to The Indie Artist’s Playbook, IndieBandGuru’s weekly series dedicated to helping independent musicians navigate the music business. Each guide delivers practical advice, proven strategies, and actionable tips to help you promote your music, grow your audience, and build a lasting career. Great […]
The Indie Artist’s Playbook – Part One Every Artist Wants Playlist Placements. Most Go About It the Wrong Way. Landing on the right Spotify playlist can introduce your music to thousands of new listeners. For independent artists, it can mean the difference between a song that disappears after release day and one that steadily gains […]
When artists compare playlist pitching platforms, they mainly look at the surface: the price, other artists’ reviews, and sometimes a YouTube video about someone’s experience with a platform. However, there are several other important factors to consider. The platform you choose plays a big role in the results you achieve. Finding the right platform with […]
For as long as we can remember, musicians were sold the same dream: make a record, get signed, sell millions of records, and spend your life touring arenas as a rock star. It was the ultimate definition of success. But in today’s music industry, that dream has greatly evolved. For many independent artists, the real […]
Life on the road might look exciting from the outside, but touring musicians often face major logistical challenges behind the scenes. Between packed schedules, changing cities, and long stretches away from home, relocating for tours or temporary stays can become stressful without proper planning. Whether an artist is moving equipment across states or settling into […]
“Why am I not getting any better?” A deeper guide for music production on Mac is available here: logicpros.net. Audio workflow note: for podcast editing, this Sound Forge Pro for podcasters gives producers a useful next step. It is the universal cry of the bedroom guitarist, the basement producer, and the living-room pianist. Every self-taught […]
The music licensing and distribution industry is undergoing a major transformation in 2025. This has led to the appearance of new trends that independent artists need to be aware of. The most popular of these include choosing the most suitable digital music distribution platform, turning to synchronized licensing, and creating a unique brand. Below, we’ll […]
