Podcasts have completely changed the way we consume media. When done well, the right podcast can completely open your mind, transform the way you see the world, and inspire new ideas. It can offer clarity on details that have had…
5 Common Mistakes Artists Make
As an artist, you have a lot to be proud of. You’re honing your creative talents and sharing your gifts with the world. Odds are you’re pretty hard working and generous with your time and resources as well, all of…
Are You Release Ready? Check Out This Album Release Checklist
So you’ve just recorded an incredible new EP or album and you’re dying to get it out into the world. After all, this is your latest masterpiece—your best work to date—and your fans are going to love it! Plus, you’ve…
Want In On a Spotify Playlist? Here’s Your Step-By-Step Guide
For any artist, landing a Spotify placement can be a real game-changer. I don’t need to tell you that. Odds are if you’re an artist in the industry today, and you’re reading this article, you know how sought after playlist…
Five Tips For Creating a Captivating Newsletter
Tell me if you’ve heard this one before—your social media algorithms are against you and unless you’re paying to boost posts, a lot of your content is getting lost in the mix. Of course you have. For years now we’ve…
Website Checklist for Musicians: How to Make Your Site Stand Out
Your website is your home base. As much as a strong social media presence is important, you need to have a central spot where fans and industry can go to find everything from your bio to your press photos to…
4 Things Radio Promoters Want You To Know
Sometimes it feels like if only you could get that one big break, your whole career could change for the better. Oftentimes, it may feel like that break is radio placement. After all, how many people are listening to their…
Tips For Landing on an Official Spotify Playlist
When it comes to getting your music heard, landing on a Spotify playlist can be a dream come true. It can be the difference between a few hundred listens or a few thousand. In short, it’s become one of the…
Why You Do (Or Don’t) Need a Public Relations Campaign For Your Band
When I first launched my music blog, Infectious Magazine 5 years ago, I was ecstatic when the feature requests began to pour in. I remember being enamored with each band that was introduced to me, and completely in awe at…