Caleb J. Murphy

How To Optimize Your Apple Music Artist Page

April 30, 2024

Spotify this, Spotify that. It’s all we ever talk about. But we forget that tens of millions of listeners use Apple Music. It’s the second biggest streaming platform in the world, so we indie musicians should... Read More...

What Is Mastering Music (and Should You Learn It)?

Caleb J. Murphy

April 25, 2024

Photo credit: Techivation To many indie artists, mastering music seems like a magical process. So let’s break down what mastering actually is, why it’s important, and whether or not you should learn how to do... Read More...

What Is Spotify Marquee and Should You Use It?

Caleb J. Murphy

April 16, 2024

Indie artists like you and I are always looking for ways to get our music in front of new people. Sometimes we can do that organically. But sometimes we have to pay. And Spotify Marquee is another way to sp... Read More...

Is Spotify Showcase Worth It? See Artists’ Real-World Results

Caleb J. Murphy

March 27, 2024

If you have at least $100 in your marketing budget, you can run a Spotify Showcase campaign….but should you? Let’s talk about what Showcase is, some real-world results, and how you can set up a campaign. Wha... Read More...

Song Structure: A Guide for Beginner Songwriters

Caleb J. Murphy

March 25, 2024

Photo credit: Brandon Hoogenboom This article is for two types of songwriters: those who have never written a song and those who have only just started and need some guidance. Let’s talk about song structure,... Read More...

The Best Mixing Headphones: High-End to Budget Options

Caleb J. Murphy

March 20, 2024

Photo credit: Brett Jordan Now that recording setups can be totally mobile and remote, headphones have become a much more important tool for indie musicians, producers, and engineers. So we’re going to review... Read More...

What Is Spotify Discovery Mode and Should You Use It?

Caleb J. Murphy

March 1, 2024

Photo credit: David Pupăză As an indie artist, you’re always looking for a way to get ahead. An edge. You could even say a shortcut. Well, Spotify Discovery Mode is not a shortcut, but it could help you grow ... Read More...

How To Mix Music: The Ultimate No-BS Guide

Caleb J. Murphy

February 27, 2024

Photo credit: Techivation If you’ve never mixed music before, it may feel daunting to learn. There’s so much depth to it that even experienced mixing engineers continue to learn and improve. But in this artic... Read More...

Why You Should Make More Short Songs

Caleb J. Murphy

February 19, 2024

Photo credit: BandLab Let me start by saying, you can do whatever the heck you want as a musician. But this post is about the growing trend of short songs, why you may or may not want to make more short song... Read More...

Simple Strategies for Engaging With Your Fans

Caleb J. Murphy

January 22, 2024

Photo credit: Bailey Zindel We live in an attention economy. And there are more artists today than ever before. So you really have to focus on engaging with your fans, connecting with them in a way they won... Read More...

How to Apply for Music Funding: A Look at Grants for Musicians In 2024

Caleb J. Murphy

January 17, 2024

Photo credit: Derick Daily Grants are an often overlooked way for musicians to get financial support. So to help bring awareness to this, let’s talk about what grants you can apply for in 2024 to help grow ... Read More...

Crafting an Effective Electronic Press Kit (EPK) for Musicians

Caleb J. Murphy

January 12, 2024

Photo credit: Priscilla Du Preez If you’re serious about your music career, you should create an Electronic Press Kit. It looks professional. It helps tell your story. And it can help you get gigs and music... Read More...

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