Think you need a record deal to make it in music? Think again. We’re in a new era. Independent artists are charting, touring, and making real money—without major labels. You don’t need permission. You need a plan. Here’s how to build a music career that pays—with or...
In today’s music world, talent alone isn’t enough. You can be the most gifted singer, rapper, or producer around—but if you don’t know how to run your music like a business, you’ll always struggle. Here’s why so many independent artists stay broke—and what you can do...
In my job, I get to speak with many indie artists who are at different points in their journey. They consistently make these common major mistakes. Changing your approach will change your career. I made this personal to drive the message home. 1. Your Songs Suck...
Right now is a great time for independent artists to position themselves for success in today’s music industry. But how can you give yourself a better chance of standing out from the crowd? We’re often asked what advice we’d give to unsigned acts. So here are 6...
If you would rather hear this article rather than read it go to our YouTube page and be sure to Subscribe: https://youtu.be/xuRX3j2tuX8 Getting a song on the pop charts takes big money. The Writing Camp Behind a Hit Def Jam started paying for Rihanna’s recent...
Time to get educated on music streaming. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the royalties you’ll receive per stream from the Top 3 streaming music services: Spotify, YouTube & Apple Music. Payout Per Stream YouTube = $0.00069 Spotify = $0.00437 Apple Music...
