WATCH the “Go ANNY-Where Challenge” feat. LD SYSTEMS ANNY 12 Battery-Powered PA

Need a powerful, portable solution to provide sound for outdoor gigs, DJ sets or even wedding parties? Look no further. With the help of Boston-based singer, songwriter and live musician Jeff Rosen, we host a backyard BBQ and full-day of fun showing off all the new LD...

What AI Can (and Can’t) Do for Your Music

Let’s address the elephant in the studio: artificial intelligence is dominating music industry headlines, and as an independent artist, you are rightfully protective of your craft. You've spent countless hours writing, arranging, and mixing your tracks. The last thing...

WATCH: DPA ‘All In One Mic Kit Challenge’ with Jordan Childs

Trying to mic an acoustic piano but intimidated by all the choices and setup logistics? The good folks at DPA have you covered with the new DPK2015 Piano Stereo Kit, including all the microphones you'll need to capture every nuance of your piano parts, plus a...

WATCH: AARON KELLIM SHOOTS OUT TELEFUNKEN TUBE MICS IN STUDIO

Outfitting a home studio and want that rich, warm, nuanced sound of a classic tube mic from the legendary studios we all know and love? Well, Telefunken has got you covered with their Alchemy lineup and you won't have to take out a second mortgage or find someone to...

Best Music Distribution Services for Indie Artists

The landscape of music distribution in 2026 is crowded, and every digital aggregator claims to be the definitive solution. Choosing the right service means looking past marketing jargon and digging into the fine print. We are talking about royalty splits, customer...

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Get Schooled at the ASCAP Experience

Get Schooled at the ASCAP Experience

Learn new skills & career-boosting tips from the pros Just wanted to share some exciting news from our friends at the ASCAP Experience: "Shake off the lazy days of summer and kick back into gear with ASCAP Experience! We’ve got tons of sessions to help you set...

The Myth of Fanbase Building

The Myth of Fanbase Building

There is a disturbing trend I am seeing on YouTube and TikTok where the majority of music marketing gurus are telling indie artists to “stop chasing streams” and focus on building a dedicated fanbase. They say that tripping the algorithm for Discover Weekly or...

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