Looking for some quick music industry tips to give your music career a boost? Browse these quick and easy music business tips to help you get started in the music business, take your career in a new direction, or just get a little inspiration to try something new. Be sure to bookmark this page so you don't miss any new tips as they are added!
1. Update Your Promo Pack
Your promo kit - be it hard copy or digital - is your calling card. How up to date is yours? Take today and make sure it has all of the latest information.
2. Build a Press Database
A press database comes in handy many, many times in the music industry. If you don't have one - build one. If you already have one - make sure it is up to date. Learn how.
3. Choose the Right Venue
Want a good show? Pick the right venue. Find out what you need to consider when venue shopping.
4. Meta Tag Your Songs
In this digital music environment, your songs MUST be tagged. Learn more.
5. Get College Radio Play
College radio can be your best friend as an up and coming musician. Learn more about scoring some spins.
6. Swap a Gig
Want to play beyond your home town? Find out how a gig swap can help you land an instant audience.
7. Start a Band Newsletter
You need more than social networking to keep your fans involved. Find out how a band newsletter can help.
8. Work With Your PR Company
Hiring PR is a big investment. Get the most bang for your buck by helping your PR company help you.
9. Find New Audiences
Learn why you need to be make sure you are looking out at a sea of fresh faces every time you take the stage.
10. Communicate Like a Professional
Professional communication matters in the music industry. Learn more about why you should always put your most professional foot forward in your music industry communications.
