Category: Musician Tools

I feel confident in saying that there are two things musicians always need more of – Time and Money. Sadly, I don’t have any nifty little tricks to make you more money… well at least legally. What I can bring … Continue reading →

When a company like SoundExchange claims that they have over $1,000,000 in unclaimed royalties owed to CD Baby artists alone, it really makes you realize how little most musicians know about how radio pays them. By law, whenever music is … Continue reading →

One of the hardest parts about functioning as a band is keeping everyone organized and on the same page. It doesn’t matter if you have a manager or not, to succeed you’ll have to devise a system that helps keep … Continue reading →

Having been on both sides of the press kitA package that gives a quick and comprehensive overview. Common items include photos, CDs, biographies, press coverage, etc. submission process, I’ve grown to really appreciate the importance of both physical and electronic … Continue reading →

I’ve mentioned it before in previous articles, but if you don’t have a mailing list, you’re missing out on really building a fan base. Even though social media has been and continues to be a hot topic, email continues to … Continue reading →

There are no ifs, ands, or buts about it – if you’re a musician it’s a necessity for you to create an online presence. Let’s get right down to some of the basics you’ll need to know in order to … Continue reading →