Music Promotion and Marketing tips for Indie Musicians
In episode #368 of the DIY Musician Podcast, we sit down with Jack Conte, co-founder and CEO of Patreon, as well as one-half of the musical duo Pomplamoose and co-leader of Scary Pockets. Jack shares…
Your personal brand doesn’t stop at what you post on Spotify, TikTok, and Instagram. It’s also expressed in the way you interact with other artists in your community, how you pitch your music to tastemakers,…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina and Rachel offer insight into the process of building a band from scratch. Join them as they navigate the intricacies of finding the perfect performers and…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Jack talks with artist, Sarah Christine, about a life-changing accident that set her on the path of going all in on her music. Since then she quit…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina, Rachel, and Via delve into the labyrinth of file organization for independent musicians. They tackle the complexities of managing computer files, spreadsheets, lyric and chord sheets,…
In this captivating episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, host Cristina delves deep into the tropical realm of The Bahamas alongside CD Baby’ Erika Parr, and Lyndera Pinder, the founder of Music With a Twist….
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina sits down with CD Baby Artist Services Manager, Austin, to discuss CD Baby Boost. Together they dive into the various royalties collected by Boost, registration with…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina delves into the intricacies of pursuing a GRAMMY with Kaytee Long Becker from DIY PR Group. Together they celebrate Carla Patullo, a CD Baby independent artist…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, join Cristina as she engages in an enlightening conversation with Miami-based entertainment lawyer, Somara Jacques, Esq. Together they dive deep into the intricacies of copyright law, and…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina engages in a conversation with Megh Vakharia, CEO and co-founder of Symphony OS, exploring the necessity for artists to streamline their marketing efforts. Megh sheds light…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina sits down with two titans of the music industry: the renowned songwriting coach and music publisher, Judy Stakee, and the Emmy award-winning songwriter, producer, and coach,…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina and Rachel welcome Via to the show. Together, they delve into the intricacies of being categorized as a “female” musician within the industry, exploring their personal…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, hosts Cristina and Rachel dive deep into the dynamic world of short form video trends dominating the internet landscape in 2024. From viral challenges to captivating storytelling…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Jack engages in a compelling conversation with esteemed Sync Songwriter Chris SD, delving into the intricacies of succeeding in the realm of Sync Licensing. Tune in as…
Heading out on tour our can introduce a range of stressors, spanning from confined living spaces to an inflexible (or non-existent) schedule, limited food choices, feelings of isolation and detachment from your people back home,…
In Episode 353 of the DIY Musician Podcast, Jack delves into a riveting conversation with the seasoned musician and author, Shannon Curtis. This episode unveils the fascinating story behind Curtis’s viral hit, offering a glimpse…
In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina sits down with DIY Musician regulars Rachel and Jack to delve into their New Year’s creative resolutions, share insightful songwriting goals, and reflect and celebrate their…
In this episode the of the DIY Musician Podcast, Jack sits down with Abigail Fierce and discusses her dynamic career between being an LA-based indie-pop songstress, her songwriting process, to her growing acting resume!
In Episode 350 of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina and Rachel share their personal predictions for the future of the music industry in 2024. While these predictions are purely for fun and not grounded in…
In Episode 349 of the DIY Musician podcast, Cristina has the pleasure of sitting down with two remarkable guests, Anna Held and Christine Barnum from CD Baby, as they celebrate an incredible 25 years of…
Join Cristina and Rachel as they delve into the strategies for fostering community within the DIY music market, addressing the challenges posed by industry changes. Inspired by Brian Eno’s concept of “scenius,” the discussion revolves…
Cristina gives a little insight into what is next for the DIY Musician Podcast, and Jack interviews artist BARii @callmebarii about their incredible journey as a DIY artist turned pro-songwriter.
Relationships are the driving force behind a successful music career. Think of a photographer who captures your essence, a marketing expert who promotes your music, and a meticulous mentor who helps you find order in…
Running ads for your music isn’t easy, no matter what the experts tell you. But it CAN be one of the best ways to reach new listeners and build a lasting audience of fans and…
After 18 years as a band AND business, Bombadil is still going strong. In this “Artist Spotlight” episode, Cristina and Chris interview James Phillips of the independent indie-folk band about their long journey as a…
Threads is one of the fastest growing apps in history. Can musicians benefit from adopting this “carbon copy of Twitter,” or is it all hype? In this episode, we ask CD Baby’s Social Media expert…