With the advent of easily-accessible digital distribution channels, independent labels can more easily than ever place their artists on the market. If you're an unsigned artist, it may be an idea for you to create your own label to which you can sign your act - and, with time, others ... Read More

Being an independent musician means that you have the ability to make the type of music that you want, affect your community, and - even make money from it. Considering all the options available to you as a musician will help you broaden your career options. As an ... Read More

Licensing you music into films is a great extra income stream for you as an independent artist. But, as with any other aspect of the music business, you have to go through the learning curve and networking process. In film licensing, just like with everything else, it ... Read More

Musicians are typically not lawyers as well. If that's true of you too, then this definitely puts you at a disadvantage when it comes to reading, reviewing, understanding, agreeing to and signing music contracts . Music business contracts can be complicated and confusing if you are not trained or have ... Read More

Music business contracts and recording contracts can be intimidating to all of those involved. Maybe you are starting your own label or are a new manager in the music industry, whatever your situation, you must grasp the basics involved in music contracts. Our last article included some starter concepts to include ... Read More