Distribution Partnerships And Strategic Planning For Independent Artists Distribution partnerships can make or break an independent music career, but most artists don't understand what separates a good deal from a bad one. Jesse Flores, VP of Artist and Label Partnerships at Intercept Music and former Senior [...]
Ezra Vancil – Business Systems: From Marketing Day Job to Sustainable Music Career After 10 years with the same band and launching his own label, Ezra Vancil has learned that sustainable music careers require business systems—not just passion. In this conversation, he reveals the productivity frameworks [...]
Community Collaboration: Turning Your Fanbase Into Creative Partners Without Losing Artistic Control Photo by Thirdman Can your community become a creative collaborator without turning your art into committee-designed mediocrity? In this solo episode, I explore proven frameworks for involving your audience in the creative [...]
Music Revenue Through Community - Moving Beyond Streaming Photo by Nano Erdozain Music revenue diversification is essential for independent artists, but how do you actually monetize your community of superfans? This follow-up to episode 333's community-building strategies explores the practical side of turning deep [...]
Musician Podcaster Bree Noble – From Kitchen Recordings to Industry Authority Photo by SilvaNeto As a musician podcaster who has built multiple successful shows over the past decade, Bree Noble represents what's possible when artists embrace podcasting as both a creative outlet and business [...]
How to Build, Name, and Nurture Your Creative Community Most independent artists focus on building an audience, but the real power lies in developing a creative community. In this episode, I delve into the psychology behind transforming casual followers into passionate community members who view themselves [...]
