How to Get Your Music Placed in TV, Film, and Ads (Sync Licensing)
How independent artists can get sync placements in TV, film, ads, and games, including preparing your catalog, metadata, and pitching.
When Should an Artist Hire a Music Manager?
What a music manager does, signs you are ready for one, what to look for, and red flags to avoid before signing a management agreement.
How to Plan a Release Party or Listening Event
How to plan a successful release party or listening event, including venue, budget, promotion, content capture, and turning guests into fans.
TikTok vs. Instagram Reels vs. YouTube Shorts: Where Should Musicians Focus?
How musicians can choose between TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts, with the strengths of each platform and a simple plan to use all three.
How to Break Into a New Music Market: LA, Atlanta, Miami, and New York
How independent artists can break into a new city and music market, with strategies for research, content, collaborations, shows, and local press.
How to Network in the Music Industry (Without Being Pushy)
How to network in the music industry the right way, from building genuine relationships and showing up to events to following up professionally.
How to Prepare for a Studio Session and Save Time and Money
How to prepare for a recording studio session, from rehearsing and organizing files to vocal care and communicating with your engineer.
How to Get Radio Play as an Independent Artist
How independent artists can get radio play, starting with college, community, and online radio, and building toward bigger stations.