With 60,000 new tracks released on Spotify every day, you need an advantage that will help your music rise above the noise and get noticed amidst that daily mountain of new music.You can’t leave it to luck. Your advantage will come from work, strategy, connections, and collaboration. And you can find all of that at the DIY Musician Conference.Learn how to prepare, what to bring, and most importantly: What to achieve when it’s all happening!

#307: The 2022 DIY Musician Conference Preview

Making music has never been easier, but building a music career today is altogether different. Finding the right audience for your music takes an entrepreneurial mindset, a lot of hard work, and a willingness to experiment. The DIY Musician Podcast features interviews with artists of all styles and backgrounds who’ve found a unique but authentic pathway to success, as well as in-depth discussions with music publicists, promoters, lawyers, publishers, talent buyers, and more. This podcast is geared towards independent musicians who want to build a sustainable music career without giving up (too much) financial or creative control. Hosts Kevin and Chris work with hundreds of thousands of artists at CD Baby, and are actively releasing and promoting their own music too; they're part of the same community they’re helping to educate and encourage with each new episode.

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#363: Breaking In: Finding, Building, and Captivating Audiences in The Bahamas

 In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina sits down with CD Baby Artist Services Manager, Austin, to discuss CD Baby Boost. Together they dive into the various royalties collected by Boost, registration with the MLC and SoundExchange, sync licensing opportunities, and how this service differs from the now retired CD Baby PRO.  Please visit our Help Center for more info: https://support.cdbaby.com/hc/en-us/articles/17723985999885-CDB-Boost

#362: Igniting Your Music's Potential with CD Baby Boost

 In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina delves into the intricacies of pursuing a GRAMMY with Kaytee Long Becker from DIY PR Group. Together they celebrate Carla Patullo, a CD Baby independent artist and composer who won her first Grammy this year! They explore essential topics such as understanding FYC campaigns, distinguishing between album release and FYC strategies, determining the optimal career stage for submission, eligibility criteria, crucial deadlines, category selection significance, indispensable FYC campaign elements, a golden rule for success, and common pitfalls to avoid during the FYC journey. Connect with Kaytee Long Becker and learn more about her Express PR Campaign offer: https://www.instagram.com/kayteelongbecker kaytee@diyprgroup.com

#361: So You Want to Win a GRAMMY? with Kaytee Long Becker

In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, join Cristina as she engages in an enlightening conversation with Miami-based entertainment lawyer, Somara Jacques, Esq. Together they dive deep into the intricacies of copyright law, and explore the most frequently asked questions pertinent to independent musicians. This episode is a must-listen for musicians seeking clarity and a solid understanding of copyrights in the ever-evolving music industry. Follow Somara Jacques, Esq: https://www.instagram.com/thelattelawyer

#360: Know Your Rights: Copyrights 101 for Independent Artists with Somara Jacques, Esq.

In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina engages in a conversation with Megh Vakharia, CEO and co-founder of Symphony OS, exploring the necessity for artists to streamline their marketing efforts. Megh sheds light on Symphony's innovative solutions tailored to ease artist marketing burdens, freeing up valuable time for creative pursuits. With Symphony's tools, artists reclaim control over their careers, empowered to shape their destinies without relinquishing ownership. Symphony's mission is clear: to empower the next wave of a million artists to thrive independently, building their businesses on their own terms. Learn more about Symphony OS and claim your CD Baby discount here: https://www.symphonyos.co/partners/cdbaby

#307: The 2022 DIY Musician Conference Preview

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