Learn How to Succeed in The Music Business
Jens “The Guru” Elmera is an online marketing and advertising expert with over 10 years of experience in the Music Industry. His mastery of Facebook, Google and Instagram’s advertising platforms Continue reading
An artist manager is a huge part of a successful career, especially for the independent musician. The right manager can build connections that will open doors to opportunities beyond your Continue reading
Relationship building is absolutely the most critical skill you can develop in pursuit of a career as a musician. Ideally, you’ll have a formal introduction to the people who hold Continue reading
When getting started in music, most artists have a great desire to rise up the ranks of their local music scene. They want to be like the local acts who Continue reading
When artists ask me how they can be successful in their music careers, the first thing I ask for is a link to their music. It’s necessary, because no music Continue reading
If there’s one thing that is essential to your career as an independent musician, it’s your ability to follow a budget. Budgeting is the process of determining how and where Continue reading
In 2008, Wired Magazine Co-Founder Kevin Kelley introduced a concept that set the creative wold on fire. The 1,000 True Fans Theory. Put simply, he posits that in order to Continue reading
Recently, there has been a lot of chatter about the future of SoundCloud. With supposedly 50 days of funding remaining, will artists lose all the progress they’ve made in Continue reading
Live shows are a highly valuable resource for most artists, independent or otherwise. There are not many activities that provide the chance to engage your current fan base, acquire new Continue reading
Over the weekend, I had the chance to attend a showcase for local artists here in North Carolina. Here are some key takeaways that will help you stand out at Continue reading
