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How To Get Your Music Featured On Spotify Playlists

In this guide we tell you exactly how to get your music on to popular Spotify playlists and reach new fans all over the world.

9 Must-Read Tips for Aspiring Singer-Songwriters

Ready to try your hand at writing your own tunes? Learn how to be a singer-songwriter with these 9 must-read tips

6 Ways To Get On The Billboard Charts

Did you know you only have to sell about 450 albums in one week to make the Billboard Chart? Believe it or not, there have been many unsigned artists hitting the Billboard Charts in the last year. While it may seem impossible, things are changing in music, and thanks to some recent alterations of how a number of charts are constructed

How To Get Your Music Played On The Radio

We caught up with Marvin Kuijs, founder and A&R at iPluggers to find out his advice for up-and-coming DIY artists on how to get music played on the radio.

6 Simple, Effective Ways to Show Your Fans You Care

When it comes to connecting with your fans, there are a lot of ways to go about it. Some of the basics include things like replying to their comments or sending them a heartfelt thank you when they follow you.

7 Ways to Overcome Writer's Block

Coming up with new, addictive melodies and lyrics can be a challenge for even the best songwriters. Every songwriter has to go through writer’s block at one point or another in their career. Fortunately, there are various approaches to writing songs, and combining these tricks can help you cross every barrier.

7 Apps That Are Helping New Musicians Succeed

Which are the best apps for promoting your music? There are many, many apps out there that can help you find new fans and grow an audience. Learning which apps are best is the first step you can take in tackling promotion.

Should I Hire a Music PR Company (PR) for My Album?

As an independent artist, you thrive at doing it all yourself; you write your own music, created your own blog or website and love working on all aspects of your business. However, it can sometimes be more than beneficial to work with experts in their field.

How to Get Signed to a Record Label

Wondering how to get seen by record execs and A&Rs to sign the record deal you've always dreamed of? If you want to get signed to a record deal, you have to be visible. Getting discovered means you have to have your music out there, your name out there,

How to Create and Sell Ringtones On iTunes

A great way to make some extra cash is to sell ringtones.