Indie Musicians: So… what should artists do in order to survive?
The first thing that you should do is try to be different from the others. It is cliché but it is the ultimate rule when it comes to grabbing the attention of consumers. If the other albums are not selling, maybe they’re not doing something that catches the consumer’s fancy and maybe it’s because they’re […]
Biggest List of Music Recording Studios in the USA (Part 1)
We compiled over 500 music recording studios in the USA just for you. If you want the full list beautifully compiled in a spreadsheet, like our Facebook page and send us a message with a subject line “I want the big list.” You’re welcome! 17 Hertz Studio http://17hertz.com/ [email protected] (310) 331-8818 https://www.facebook.com/17HertzLA/ 5253 Lankershim Blvd […]
How you can benefit from custom embroidered patches
Are custom embroidered patches still a thing? Should you add this to your merch or just focus on shirts and stickers? Patches are cool stuff. They always have been and they always will. There are so many cool patches for musicians today and it’s definitely worth it to make some. Before we give you the […]
Is Distrokid better than TuneCore?
TuneCore has been in operation for 15 years now and is one of the most established digital music distributors in the industry. Distrokid, on the other hand, is the new kid on the block. It is relatively younger because they were only established seven years ago, in 2013 but despite this, Distrokid proved that being […]
Grammy Nominees for Best Record Package 2020
The 63rd GRAMMY Awards are right around the corner, airing Sunday, Jan. 31, on CBS, but the nominations are here now. Find out who are nominated for best record package category. Their box sets are looking too awesome! Flaming Pie (Collector’s Edition)- Paul McCartney Linn Wie Andersen, Simon Earith, Paul McCartney & James Musgrave, art directors
YOU DON’T NEED A LOT- Why a Few Super Fans is All You Really Need
Musicians are an ambitious bunch. It’s not that you want to be as rich and powerful as Bezos (although that won’t hurt), but generally, musicians just have this very simple wish: that everyone in the world would to listen to their music…and you know, touch people and make a difference in the world, and…well yeah, […]
Coolest Cassette Tapes Released in The Last Few Years
If you’re thinking of making a few custom cassette tapes to add to your merch table, now is the perfect time. Despite the dominance of streaming when it comes to music consumption, vinyl and cassette tape sales have skyrocketed in recent years. In fact, during the first half of 2020, RIAA reported that vinyl surpassed […]
CD Packaging: Proyecto Gritos (Screaming Project)
Design: Claudio Corrales Location: Costa Rica Project Type: Produced Client: Felipe Solis – Musician (Guitarist) Product Launch Location: Global Packaging Contents: Music Packaging Substrate / Materials: Paper, acetate Printing Process: Litho Printing Joy and sadness are together in humanity, this shapes the Latin American being from his ancestors. Beyond a genetic mixture, memory brings the history […]
10 Music Download Cards For Inspiration
Have you ever heard of music download cards? I’m sure you’ve had, because these things have taken digital music into a whole new level and have helped musicians market themselves and their music. But if you haven’t, well it’s a small card with a code that can be typed into a musician’s website. After typing […]
5 Ways Indie Musicians Can Influence The World
Being a full-time indie musician is already tough and yes, it is very fulfilling. However, after reaching a certain level of success, you want to do more than just music. You want to do more and contribute more as an artist as a human being. Here are some of the ways you can be more […]