The music industry is intensely focused on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, which is fair, because they are among the best places to get new fans. That said, there are still millions of people listening to music in other ways. One of those mediums is Pandora – the OG of internet radio. Pandora, […]
Sell Your Music And Distribution
Once you've made your songs, you'll need to distribute it so people can buy a copy. The following guides all help you either get your music out there and into shops, or look at how to sell your music.
What Are Some Music Placement Opportunities Available To Musicians?
Have you ever thought about getting your music featured in TV and films? Do you wish you could get your music into the hands of decision makers at labels? Then placement and licensing opportunities are exactly what you’ve been loing for. But where do you get started, and who do you pitch to? What are […]
How To Choose The Right Music Distribution Company To Get Your Music Out In The World
If you want to sell your music on as many different stores and platforms as possible, then you must distribute it. Distribution is efficient and affordable than it’s ever been. There are many services to choose from, and while most of them are comparable, they aren’t exactly the same. This makes it difficult to […]
How To Sell Music On iTunes in 2017 – Also Get On Amazon MP3, Spotify, Rhapsody, Napster And More
Today we’re going to show you how to get music on iTunes, MP3, Napster, Spotify, and a whole load of other on music stores using Songcast (Free to create a account). We’ll also lo at what you need to do once you get your music on these sites, and how to make the most […]
How To Sell Beats Online, The Only Guide You’ll Need!
If you’ve been producing music for a while and are at the stage where your beats are good enough for people to use, you’ll probably want to think about selling your beats on. Getting your beats up for sale isn’t that difficult, and can be done within a day or so. Two days max, so […]
Indie Album Release Checklist, Make Sure You’re Doing These Before Your Launch
Recording your album is without a doubt the best part of releasing music. The creative process is a joy (that’s why we do it after all), and you get to call a lot of the shots. At the end of the long process, you have something concrete you can be proud of. Then comes the […]
How To Set Up Pay What You Want For Musicians
The music you create can be used in a variety of different ways. Most musicians focus on making money with their music, and for good reason. But you can also use your music as a promotional tool to create a buzz, build your e list, or to grow your following. If you aren’t interested in […]
Should You Put Your Music On Streaming Websites? One Man’s Opinion
About two or three years ago, I identified music streaming as one of the main components of the “new” music industry, and based on the growth we’ve seen in that time, I can’t imagine there are too many people that would disagree. Even my grandma now knows how to use Spotify! Music rs enjoy streaming […]
How To Get People To Buy Your Music
If you’re anything like me (and a lot of other artists) you’re not a natural salesperson. I’ve had jobs in sales and I hated them. But they were valuable learning experiences that pushed me out of my comfort zone. Even if you don’t have a natural aptitude for it, being intentional about improving your ability […]
Got Your Music On iTunes But Not Making Sales? Here’s How To Change That…
Do you have your music on iTunes or other digital download stores but are struggling to make sales? You’re not alone! I get people approaching me all the time asking how they can sell music on iTunes. Well today I’m going to let you know how you can, so be sure to read all […]
Most of the guides on this site are by Shaun Letang - the founder of Music Industry How To. You can read more about him and this site