Diy Musician Podcast

You don’t need to completely redesign your website to keep your fans engaged. Sometimes all it takes is a few simple tweaks. In this episode, Kevin and Chris discuss 12 tips that will help you get... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

How do you get music noticed in a world that has become so noisy? Is it possible to get anyone’s attention in an age where we’re bombarded with constant messaging and information? In his... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Deep voice: “In a world where one thousand independent musicians take over a historic and haunted hotel in the heart of downtown Chicago for the weekend…” For this episode, Kevin and... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

We like to think we’re unique as snowflakes, but we musicians can be pretty similar when it comes to the mistakes we (continue to) make. In this episode, Kevin and Chris discuss 10 common... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Bad reviews, negative YouTube comments, hecklers: we all experience them from time to time. Criticism is an inevitable part of putting your music out there, but still it always seems to hurt. What... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Want your songs placed in TV and film productions? Had success in sync licensing, but you’re looking to secure higher-profile placements? In this episode, Kevin talks with Cathy Heller, an... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

A music video is a practically required these days when promoting new music. But most DIY artists don’t have a budget left for video production after all the expenses of recording, manufacturing, and... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Just because you wrote a song and happen to be standing on a stage doesn’t make you a great performer. Captivating a live audience is a skill all its own, one that you must learn and practice —... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Once upon a time, the single ruled. Then, for almost half a century, the album dominated. Now that the means of distribution are in YOUR hands, which format makes the most sense for your music? In... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Blog premieres and exclusives have become a ubiquitous way of promoting new music, but are they WORTH it? Some blogs are putting an end to the practice on their own sites, and many musicians are... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Music Marketing: it’s either the art of effectively communicating your story to potential fans or it’s an utter waste of time spent staring at computer monitors and smartphone screens.... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Audio mastering is often the last, mysterious step in preparing a new song or album for mass consumption. That’s if you’re lucky. A lot of artists skip the mastering process for various reasons... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Like it or not, photography plays a huge part in how people HEAR your music. Yep, it’s true. Visuals are often the introduction to your artist story, and to the story of your music too. In this... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Want to move twice as many CDs at your next show? Hear all about the merch-table makeover that happened for Chris Robley during his seven-night residency last month, and how switching a few simple... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

SoundCloud provides artists with a unique ecosystem in which to promote music and build an audience. But like with most online tools, the more musicians that use SoundCloud, the harder it is to cut... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

What are your music goals for 2016? Do you work best when other people can hold you accountable? We do too. That’s why in this episode, Kevin and Chris each list a few things they hope to accomplish... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Putting out a new album is a rare opportunity to rally fans, the press, and other segments of the industry around your music and your story. It took a lot of work to get your album ready for release,... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

With Star Wars, George Lucas built an epic cultural touchstone, and then later left fans feeling betrayed by a series of epic fails. What can musicians learn from his creative mistakes? Lots! Travel... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

You’ve recorded a really unique cover version of your favorite song and you can’t wait for your fans to hear it. But hold on a second! Have you secured the proper license to release that tune? In... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com

Heads are abuzz and hearts are aglow after CD Baby’s first-ever DIY Musician Conference. What made this event so special? What were the key lessons learned over three jam-packed days of workshops,... So what's it take to be Indie anywho? www.cdbabypodcast.com