Music Business

The real, behind-the-scenes side of making a creative, independent living in music. Here I share inspirations for release strategies, royalty revenue streams, business ownership, marketing mindset, and building a sustainable career.

Music Business

Valerie Smith Interview: From Lost Record Deal to Independent Success

How a lost record deal, a conversation with Waylon Jennings,…

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DIY Bluegrass

DIY Bluegrass: How to Build a Setlist That Wins a Crowd

DIY Bluegrass: How to Build a Setlist That Wins a…

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DIY Bluegrass

Do You Really Need to Copyright Your Songs?

This article expands on a piece originally published on Bluegrass…

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DIY Bluegrass

DIY Bluegrass: 5 Things Every Artist Website Needs (With Real-World Examples)

This article expands on a piece originally published on Bluegrass…

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Inspiration | Music Business

Why We Should Create Like No One Is Watching

There’s so much noise in the world. Everywhere you turn,…

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Music Business

Before Turning On Music Royalties in 2026: What Every Artist Needs To Know First

If you’re an independent artist in 2026, you’ve probably been…

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Music Business

Stop Waiting for the Music Industry to Save You

The Lie Most Musicians Believe It sounds something like this:…

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Music Business

How Much Does It Really Cost to Release Music in 2026?

If you’re an independent artist wondering how much it actually…

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