Want to see your favorite album in vinyl record?
The Vinyl Collective may be worth checking out. The Vinyl Collective is a place for fans of vinyl, artists, and record labels to work together towards getting more albums put on wax. 220 members of the group vote on which albums they would like to see pressed into vinyl. Once an album is selected, the […]
19 Scratch-and-Sniff Albums that made a mark
Want to surprise your fans? Give them scented albums! Scratch-and-sniff albums are a unique and fun way to experience music. By adding the olfactory dimension, artists can create a more immersive and engaging listening experience. Here’s a list of 19 scratch-and-sniff albums that have truly made a mark in this unique niche: [In case you’re […]
15 ways to greatly reduce stress when releasing an album
So, you’ve finally decided to release an album. Wuhoo! But listen up – getting your album out there isn’t just about tossing it into the world. It’s more like planning a grand wedding for 1000 people – you need a solid plan. In this guide, we’re going through fifteen essential tips—covering everything from using digital […]
10 Essential tips for pre-selling your vinyl
Pre-selling your vinyl album is an art form in itself—a dance between generating excitement and managing the logistics of production. It involves careful planning, smart marketing, and a deep understanding of your audience. So how do you do it right? These ten essential tips will guide you through the intricacies of setting up your vinyl […]
10 ways to add more buzz to your album release
Recording an album is daunting. But you have to take your vitamins and gather more energy because it’s just the beginning! After that comes mastering, manufacturing, and last but not the least—marketing and promotion. Marketing is definitely a must and you should have started it months before recording. You see, even if you release the […]
EPIC GUIDE-How to release an album without a record label
You’re an indie artist and don’t have a record label backing you up? Don’t worry. You can definitely release an album on your own. But you have to do it wisely. How, you might ask? Don’t worry, we got you. In this article, we’ll discuss the steps you have to take to release your album […]
Zines: Albums released in CD+Magazines combo
Album releases in CD+Magazine combos have been around for several years. This release is known as the “Zine Version” of an album release. This usually comes with a zine book with tons of pictures, sometimes it also has the songs’ lyrics as well as some words from the artist. This CD combo may have been […]
Indie Artists who’ve released 7-inch vinyl singles
Before an actual album is released, artists pre-release tracks from their album. Some of them get a bit adventurious and release them on 7-inch vinyl records. It’s like a test of how much fans would be willing to buy their music in an expensive format. This means that if their 7-inch vinyl single is not […]
Best 2022 Albums Released on Cassettes
Interestingly, the streaming era has resurrected old physical music formats. Even if digital music still accounts for the bulk of music sales, it cannot be denied that physical formats like vinyl records and cassette tapes are contributing well. For today’s article, we will be taking a look at the 2022 albums that have been released […]
Vinyl pressing: LOUD CUT vs SAFE CUT? —Which one should you choose?
One of the most important steps in vinyl manufacturing is the cutting of your vinyl-mastered audio onto a disc to create your album’s or single’s master. In this article, we will be talking about the two different cuts available for Direct Metal mastering (DMM). There are several of these cuts, but we’ll be focusing on […]