Industry Insights

Fan Etiquette: Are The People Who Love Your Music Ruining Your Band’s Reputation? by Sheena Metal They’re generous, they’re consistent, they’re giving…and most of all…they love your music. They’re your fans and they come to every one of your live shows, fork out money for cover charges, CDs and t-shirts, bring your band gifts, throw […]

Be Committed!…You’ll Never Be Famous If You Don’t Show Up!
by Sheena Metal

Why Colleges Are an Independent Musician’s Goldmine by Kenny Love Most musicians, independent or major, understand that the college market is one of their prime markets, if not their leading market for radio airplay and media coverage. In contrast, however, most musicians do not seem to take complete advantage of this market and “milk it […]

by Ritch Esra Commentary In these times of major label mergers, downsizing, the slashing of label rosters, and thousands of record company jobs being lost over the last three years–not to mention the enormous sea change and seismic shifts that technology has wrought–comes one of the most disturbing reports we have come across. It further […]