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The Interplay Between Sexual Energy and Creative Energy: Navigating Boundaries for Inspired Artistry
For recording artists, the connection between sexual energy and creative energy is a fascinating and often complex phenomenon. Both are...

El Barto
Feb 21, 20242 min read


Understanding Universal Music Group's Decision to Remove Music from TikTok: A Potential Opportunity for Independent Recording Artists
Recently, Universal Music Group (UMG), one of the largest music corporations globally, made headlines by removing access to their music...

El Barto
Feb 20, 20243 min read


The Secret to Balancing Passion and Career: Maximizing Your Days Off as a Recording Artist
For many aspiring recording artists, juggling a full-time job with their musical pursuits can feel like a daunting challenge. Between...

El Barto
Feb 19, 20243 min read


Mastering The Art Of Data: A Guide for Recording Artists to Harness Digital Platform Analytics for Audience Insights and Tour Planning
In today's music industry landscape, digital platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Deezer offer recording artists unprecedented access...

El Barto
Feb 15, 20242 min read


Protecting Your Craft: A Guide for Recording Artists to Spot Scammers on Facebook and Instagram
In today's digital age, social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram have become integral tools for recording artists to showcase...

El Barto
Feb 12, 20243 min read


Diversifying Your Revenue Streams: 5 Reasons Why Uploading Music to Digital Platforms Isn't Enough
In today's digital age, platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube have revolutionized the way music is consumed. While these...

El Barto
Feb 8, 20242 min read


Empowering Independent Artists: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Music Promotion
In the dynamic landscape of the music industry, independent artists face both opportunities and challenges. With the advent of artificial...

El Barto
Feb 5, 20242 min read


CD Baby Boost - Get Your Music On Playlists
Title: A Step-by-Step Guide to Submitting Your Music through CD Baby, Including the Boost Option Introduction: As an independent...

El Barto
Jan 11, 20242 min read


The Winning Assist: Why Management is Just as Crucial for Recording Artists as it is for NBA players
In the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry, aspiring recording artists face numerous challenges on their path to success. Just...

El Barto
Jul 10, 20233 min read


Revolutionizing the Music Industry: AI's Role in Managing Recording Artists' Careers
Introduction: The music industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, thanks to advancements in artificial...

El Barto
Jun 21, 20233 min read


Streamlining Communication: Why Studios Should Consolidate Phone Numbers for Enhanced Efficiency
In today's fast-paced world, effective communication is crucial for the success of any business. This is especially true for studios,...

El Barto
May 24, 20232 min read


Unlocking Success: Why Recording Artists Must Value Their Worth in the Music Industry
In today's music industry, the concept of worth goes far beyond the creativity and talent of recording artists. While passion and...

El Barto
May 23, 20232 min read


10 Reasons Your Cover Artwork Is Being Rejected By Spotify (or Apple Music)
The artwork must be in the correct format: Digital distributors typically require that the artwork be in a specific format, such as JPEG...

El Barto
Apr 17, 20231 min read


4 Benefits Releasing Music Has On Mental Health
Music has always been a powerful means of self-expression and communication, allowing artists to share their thoughts, emotions, and...

El Barto
Mar 28, 20232 min read


AI's Impact on Music
The music industry has always been an area where technological advancements have played a significant role. With the rise of artificial...

El Barto
Mar 26, 20232 min read


Registering ISRCs & UPC w/ Luminate (formerly Nielsen Soundscan)
As an artist, it is crucial to make sure that your music is properly identified and tracked for royalty and distribution purposes. One of...

El Barto
Mar 26, 20232 min read


QR Codes vs UPC (Bar Codes)
We’re all familiar with UPC (Universal Product Code), we scan them in the self-checkout at the store or we scan them with our phones to...

El Barto
Sep 5, 20223 min read


Struggle Streaming!
Wake up! The music industry has changed in the last 10 years, we have gone from downloading and purchasing full albums to just streaming...

El Barto
Mar 16, 20222 min read


ISRCs (Fingerprints for your music) 🔍
When it comes to tracking down a perp, law enforcement will search databases full of fingerprints to help narrow down the suspects. This...

El Barto
Jan 11, 20202 min read
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