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Why Honest Songs Outlive Polished Ones
There’s a temptation every artist faces at some point in their career:Do I make this safe so people will like it, or do I say what I actually mean? It sounds simple, but the pull to water yourself down is real. You start sanding off your edges, softening your lines,…
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The One Thing Every Artist Hates (But Absolutely Needs): Social Media
Let’s be honest for a second. If there were a magical “opt out of social media” button, I’d be the first one sprinting to press it. I don’t naturally love editing reels or scrolling TikTok trends. But here’s the truth: Social media isn’t optional anymore. It’s a necessity. If you…
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The One Skill That Can Change Your Music Career Overnight
If I could hand every young artist one superpower, it wouldn’t be perfect pitch, a killer falsetto, or shredding guitar solos.It would be boldness. Yep. Good old-fashioned courage to ask for what you want. Because here’s the truth: you never know what might happen unless you ask. Why Boldness Matters…
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Leading with Lyrics: What Every Artist Needs to Know About Influence
Here’s the truth:If you’re an artist, you’re a leader. That might sound intense — especially when you’re just trying to write good songs, share your story, or make something meaningful. But the moment you release your art into the world, you’re shaping something. Whether it’s one person or one million,…
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The Secret to Making Music for the Long Haul: Income Streams Every Artist Needs
Let’s be real — one of the most important (and most ignored) parts of being an artist is this: how you’re going to make money. Not “I hope it works out.” Not “streaming will cover it.” No.If you want a sustainable career, you need to know exactly where the money…
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More Than Melody: How Music Supports Mental Health
Music isn’t just something we make — sometimes, it’s what makes us. It’s what carries us when we can’t carry ourselves. It speaks when we have no words. It sings when we’ve forgotten how. And for so many of us, it’s not just a calling — it’s a lifeline. There…
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When Copyright Isn’t Enough: 3 Legal Loopholes That Can Strip You of Your Music Rights
Let’s get real, artist-to-artist. You pour your heart into writing a song. You record it. Maybe you sing it live. Maybe it even gets a little traction. It’s your baby. So, naturally, you assume you own it, right? Not so fast. What most artists don’t realize is that there are…
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How to Write a Spotify Pitch That Actually Works: A Guide for Indie Artists
Whether you’re a bedroom pop genius or a globe-trotting genre-blender, there’s one battlefield every indie artist must face: the Spotify pitch form. If you’ve ever stared at that blank box thinking, “What do I even say?”—you’re not alone. But don’t worry. I’ve got your back, and today, we’re turning that…
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The Copyright Crash Course Every Musician Needs
Today we are covering a topic that every single songwriter, producer, beatmaker, or bathroom-singer-turned-bedroom-studio-genius needs to hear. We’re talking about… COPYRIGHTS. It sounds complicated, but by the end of this, you’re going to understand: So let’s get into it What Is a Copyright? Let’s say you write a song. You…
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Be Good Clay: How to Let Go, Trust the Process, and Grow as an Artist
In music—and in life—we’re often told to “have a plan.” Set goals. Build a brand. Know your sound. Hustle, post, pitch, repeat. And while structure has its place, I’ve learned something deeper, something softer, something more powerful: You are the clay. Not the potter. That truth has reshaped how I…
