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What I Wish (Indie) Musicians Understood

    I’ve been working with recording “artists” and musicians most of my adult life. For the past 11 years exclusively I’ve been either managing or developing (or both) artists and bands in the USA and around the world. Since the music industry is going through a major paradigm shift (mainly thanks to digital downloads) it’s always interesting … Continue Reading

    How to Get a Manager and Not Get Ripped Off

      I’ve heard many hard-luck stories from artists who had bad experiences with managers. Yet many times the bad experiences were precipitated by a misunderstanding of “who does what” and why. That’s why the writer of the following submitted this to the blog of an industry website popular among “indie” artists and bands: You first need … Continue Reading

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      • Why Small Businesses & Artists Need ChatBots
        In today’s digital age, having an online presence is no longer optional; it’s a necessity. Whether you’re a small business owner, an indie artist, or part of a band, a well-designed website is your digital storefront. However, the journey doesn’t stop at just having a website. Enter ChatBots—your virtual assistants that can revolutionize the way […]
      • Balancing Art and Worship
        Balancing Artistry and Worship: Can a Christian Artist Separate Concert Performance from Worship Leading? The line between being a performer and a worship leader can be blurry for many Christian artists. They find themselves at a crossroads between artistic expression and devotion to leading others in worship. This blog post will explore this fascinating dilemma […]
      • Releasing New Music 101
        Are you ready to kick-start the biggest year of your music career and ministry? It’s time to get ahead of the game and set your sights on some incredible opportunities that await you in 2024. As the first leaves of Autumn begin to fall, now is the perfect time to channel your energy into mapping […]
      • Manager or Booking Agent?
        In the ever-evolving landscape of the music entertainment industry, we are witnessing a significant paradigm shift in the way business is conducted. Established record labels are grappling with the challenges posed by this transformation. As they face employee layoffs and downsizing, they are finding it increasingly challenging to compete with independent artists who possess access […]
      • Podcast: #4 “Are You An Encourager”
        Are you an encourager? The only way to answer this question is by knowing solidly who you are and what you’ve been called to do. You can’t encourage anybody if you’re insecure right? If you’re fighting with yourself your inner demons, your girlfriend or your wife or your boyfriend or your husband for your parents–it […]

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