Posts tagged Indie

Everyone wants to be in the entertainment game, but few know what it actually takes to get there.

If you’re one of the millions (yes millions) of independent artists/producers out there trying to make something of yourself, you’re going to love what I’m about to tell you.

Now, in order to gain more fans, sell more music and book more shows in 2015, you must make sure that you have the tools to do so!

If the hardship didn’t involve the police, they probably didn’t struggle to get where they are, and it’s easy to believe stories about how they bought their place in.

Below are just a few things to focus on that will give you a jump start to the year. Remember its not always about working harder, it’s about working smarter.

Even if you are paying for PR or some type of promotion, there are things that you can be doing that will put a strong push behind your campaign.

Capital is the hardest thing to raise for any indie artist or label. This video gives you some outstanding information on how to make your campaign work.

Some things to remember when signing a contract

We’re in a period where it’s cooler to be independent than a major label ‘product’ to many artists. Predictably, this major-indie concept has extended to artists (*cough Macklemore) and culminated in a reevaluated appreciation of labels, leading to partnerships and joint ventures.

This artist makes a good first impression. They say all the right things, appear to have done the research, and come off friendly and courteous. They ask the right questions and seem to have a grasp on the music business and where their career is heading. They schedule an appointment to start working, and then, POOF!