Contrary to popular belief, a super-fan is not always a crazed group of followers or a die-hard groupie. All brands have super-fans. They’re a key component in building and sustaining a successful career by enagaging a solid fanbase. The question then becomes: what classifies as a brand and how do you build one that […]
Indie Artists: Be Your Own Booking Agent
Time to Drop the Booking Agent, Here’s How to Book Your Own Shows No one knows better than an indie artist how frustrating and stressful it can be to book shows, tour, and perform. The struggle, when it comes to getting in touch with venues, managers and bookers, is quite real. Hiring a booking agent […]
youbloomDublin 2018 Music Summit & Festival – Press Release
youbloom, the global music event, is returning to Dublin this Summer. Now in its sixth year, youbloomDublin thrills fans and the music industry with aspiring artists getting the opportunity to play showcase gigs with free-of-charge access to the youbloom Music Summit. The youbloomDublin 2018 Music Summit The youbloomDublin 2018 Music Summit which is open to […]
You’ve Been Writing Song Lyrics Wrong
As musical styles progress and change with the times, one thing is for certain, writing song lyrics continues to play a vital part in what sets artists from being good to being considered a great. So for those of you currently in a creative drought, here is some advice from a few of the greats. […]
Dreaming of Jupiter drop Breezy new Beats
Electro art-pop ensemble, Dreaming of Jupiter blends together disparate jazz harmonies with slick sound production in their new single, “Let Me Down.” The effect is an expansive and airy atmosphere. While the band has become synonymous with the chill vibes of soul-pop, the crisp mode mixture and Zoe Gough’s hushed rap-break makes “Let Me Down,” a refreshing […]
Top 6 Micro Job Sites – For Musicians
Choosing the Right Micro Job Site Being an independent artist can be tricky. When the gigs aren’t exactly flowing, one way artists can convert their skills to profit are through micro job sites. While platforms like Fiverr have become a popular hub for freelancers to offer up their skills to patrons, many competing micro job […]
6 Digital Marketing Tips for Musicians & Bands
There’s absolutely no doubt that digital marketing is the key to success in the music industry. If you’re keen to make the most of each and every ounce of exposure you receive, if you are set on becoming the next big thing, if you are striving to live life as a full-time musician or band […]
6 Apps That Are Helping New Musicians Succeed
While we see hundreds of music apps on the play stores and app stores for music-lovers to listen to and download their favorite songs, there aren’t many for budding artists and musicians. These are the people who might be looking to connect with other music artists and succeed in their music careers. However, in the […]
Seven Dos and Don’ts When Forming a Band
Seven Dos and Don’ts When Forming a Band Not everyone is lucky enough to go to high school with their musically inclined buddies or meet compatible musicians while attending college. Sometimes, a musician must actively recruit members for a band. It doesn’t matter if you form a band organically or through planned machinations. What matters […]
9 Tips for Making Money Online from Your Music
Today, I’d like to share with you some practical tips for making money online from your music. The stereotype of ordinary musicians being constantly broke is still floating around. This by itself is bad enough, but what’s worse is how much it discourages young musicians from fully pursuing their creative dreams. The truth is […]
