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July 19, 2017 If you haven’t made it big with your music yet but you’ve picked up some gear and some skills why not put them to other uses? Using the resources you already have you could create an additional income stream. Sure, it will take a bit of extra work but it can also help you make connections in the industry.
July 19, 2017 July 17, 2017 This post was written by Lisa Occhino and originally appeared on the Bandzoogle Blog
So, you’ve put a lot of time and effort into building a stunning band website, but after the initial rush of traffic and congratulatory comments from your friends, now it’s just sort of… sitting there. Why aren’t potential new fans and industry folks finding it?
It can be disheartening to wake up to double- or single-digit website stats every morning, and countless independent musicians run into the same problem — but fortunately, there are plenty of solutions.
Here are some of the best ways to drive traffic to your music website that you can start putting into action today!
July 15, 2017 
July 14, 2017 They say “The Extra Mile Isn’t Crowded”, but why is that? And what’s the “extra mile” mean for you? What are some extras you’re willing to provide that other bands or musicians may take for granted?
Here are some ways you and your band might be able to stand out at club gigs and private gigs.
July 11, 2017 Going in fully unprepared and expecting things to happen by themselves is going to lead to deep disappointment.
The start of any journey can be both exiting and a bit scary at the same time and it’s no different with music. But don’t let excitement distract you from the challenges that you’ll have to face.
When you are just starting out, I think you need both the right mindset and a few actual steps to work on so that is the aim in this article.
July 10, 2017 It’s common for most musicians to not get signed to record deals because they make false assumptions about how this industry works. Don’t make the mistakes they make. Inform yourself and build value in your music career so you can offer it to record companies in the future.
Below are three critical mistakes tons of musicians commit when trying to get recording contracts (and what you need to do instead):
Advice, Labels, Record Labels, Recording tagged Advice, DIY, indie labels, labels, major lables, mmusical experience, record deal July 10, 2017 This post was written by Lisa Occhino and originally appeared on the Bandzoogle Blog
If you’ve never heard of MusicBrainz before, it’s sort of like Wikipedia, but specifically for information about music. It’s open source and maintained by the community, meaning anyone (including you!) can help contribute information about artists and their related works.
July 9, 2017 Song licensing. This is a phrase used in the music and recording industry on a regular basis, but unless you are part of that industry, the topic is a bit vague to say the least. What exactly is song licensing, is it necessary, and how do artists go about licensing one of their songs? Here we’ll break down all the most common questions and clear up any misconceptions about song licensing.
July 8, 2017 
July 6, 2017 The drum kit, synthesizer, speakers, and amplifiers are all essential pieces of equipment for your indie band. When you are planning on a live performance for a big crowd, there may also be other devices that you will need in order to achieve the desired effects. Consider these four pieces of equipment that your indie band could use during practices and rehearsals.
July 5, 2017 Being in a band is a dream that many people have growing up. For most, their dream ends after high school or after getting tired of playing small gigs for family or friends. However, there are a chosen few groups that gain fame across the country and throughout the world. What are some issues that could derail that success?
July 3, 2017 This guest post by Canadian entertainment lawyer Byron Pascoe originally appeared on the Bandzoogle Blog
Being a musician is a business. If you’re in band, one of the most important elements of organizing your business, is having an effective band agreement.
Without agreement among the members of your band, whether verbal, written on a napkin (is that still done?), texted, or written by an entertainment lawyer (shameless plug), some key issues will need to be negotiated at a time when perhaps not everyone is acting reasonably. Or you may need to rely on the law, which may not provide appropriate solutions for your situation.
Advice, Legal Advice tagged Band, band agreement, band finances, band members, contract, money July 1, 2017 
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