Music Industry Terms Every Artist Should Know
A glossary of key music industry terms every artist should know, from masters and publishing to ISRC, recoupment, sync, and PROs.
How to Protect Your Artist Profile From Impersonation and Wrong Releases
How independent artists can protect their streaming profiles from wrong releases, impersonators, and AI copycats, and what to do if it happens.
AI in Music: What Independent Artists Need to Know
What independent artists need to know about AI in music, including Spotify's AI disclosure tools and AI Persona labels, useful AI tools, and protecting your identity.
How to Build Your Artist Team: Who You Need and When
Who independent artists need on their team and when, from producers and engineers to managers, publicists, booking agents, and attorneys.
How to Work With a Booking Agent
What booking agents do, when artists are ready for one, how agents are typically paid, and how to build a strong relationship with your agent.
How to Set Your Rates for Features and Performances
How independent artists can set fair rates for features and performances based on demand, costs, value, and market research.
How to Fund Your Music Career Without Losing Control
Ways independent artists can fund their music career, from savings and music income to grants, crowdfunding, and partnerships.
How to Get Brand Sponsorships and Partnerships as an Artist
How independent artists can land brand sponsorships and partnerships by building an audience, choosing aligned brands, and pitching professionally.
Money Management for Independent Artists
Simple money management for independent artists: tracking income and expenses, budgeting for releases, saving receipts, and planning for taxes.
How to Avoid Music Industry Scams
Common music industry scams that target independent artists, including fake playlist promotion, pay-to-sign deals, and fake A&R, and how to avoid them.