Music As A Day Job

For most artists, a digital EPK is a must to showcase your music and accomplishments. But what should be included? How should you organize your EPK? Today, we're diving deep into this topic to help you get more shows, land sponsorship deals and maybe get a record deal (if that's your goal). Brought to you by Qoncert - a mobile app that helps you perform live and tour independently from ope...

Sponsorship deals are not just for the rich and famous artists like Drake, Ye, Taylor Swift, and Beyonce! Independent artists can also land money from businesses and brands if they have a following in their own city. Sean outlines the types of sponsor deals, how to reach out to brands, and choosing the right sponsor partnerships. Brought to you by Qoncert - the mobile app that helps you go from op...

Artists are getting conflicting advice on how often and when to release new songs. Record labels will tell you to release music less often and others will say to release a new song weekly. Sean talks about how the frequency of music releases can affect whether you pick up fans and have a higher chance of blowing up and getting famous. Brought to you by Qoncert - the mobile app that helps artists g...

In today's music industry, independent artists must control their fans. Relying on promoters or music labels to bring you fans can be very risky. Sean breaks down how artists should think about their music career when it comes to selling tickets to live shows. Brought to you by Qoncert - the mobile app that helps artists perform live and tour independently. Being entitled as an artist can be y...

Should you pay-to-play when getting started in the music business? Why should artists be required to sell tickets to their live shows? Today, Sean clears up some misconceptions about artists getting their first gig, building their fanbase and expectations of music venues and promoters. Brought to you by Qoncert - the mobile app for independent artists who want to perform live and tour independentl...

Today, Sean is diving deep into a topic that's been debated among artists for years: should they sign a record deal or stay independent? On the one hand, signing with a record label can give artists the financial and promotional support they need to break into the industry. But on the other hand, staying independent can allow them to maintain creative control and keep more of their earnings. B...

To tour successfully, artists must have fans in multiple cities who will buy tickets to see them perform live. But, what if you don't have fans outside of your hometown? Sean breaks down 5 tips on gaining fans in new cities and states ahead of your tour. Brought to you by Qoncert - a mobile app that helps independent artists perform live and tour independently. - The 5 methods to finding #fans...

It's so rare that an artist can make it to the top of the music industry without the help of the industry, but it doesn't have to be. A small number of independent artists understand this and leverage it in their favor. Sean will let you in on those "secrets" and show you have he used it to level up his music career. Brought to you by Qoncert - the mobile app that helps you perfo...

Today's music artist faces a huge wave of competition for fans online. Every social media platform from Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter seems oversaturated with musicians begging for people to listen to their music. Today, Sean outlines how to promote your music online, what content types to share, and the battle between quality and quantity. Brought to you by Qoncert - the m...

Did you know that musicians can make a full-time career out of their music without racketing up 1 million streams? In this episode, Sean outlines how musicians can earn enough money to quit their day jobs and start touring, no matter where they live. Brought to you by Qoncert - the mobile app that helps independent artists perform live and tour independently. doing music full-time what's your...

All major label artists have music rollouts where they build up to their song release. As an independent artist, you should also do a rollout but with a much much smaller budget. Today, Sean talks about his song release strategy that will help you create more buzz and how to use it as leverage for publishing, streaming and live shows. Brought to you by Qoncert - the mobile app that lets you perfor...

Trying to build out your own tour as an independent artist is time-consuming and expensive. The old way of touring no longer makes sense and artists today aren't sure how to make a living with their music. So, in this episode, Sean goes over the new way to tour and not lose a ton of money, how you can build a fanbase before your tour, and how artist managers can use software to simplify the pr...

Can you do too many live shows as an artist? Which shows will help your career and which ones are a waste of time? Today, Sean discusses how he decides the live performances that will help artists succeed and build a fanbase. Brought to you by Qoncert , the mobile app that lets artists perform live and tour independently. should live shows be your main income source? bad shows vs good shows for mu...

There are many ways to hit the stage and get booked for live shows. Some are easier than others, like calling music venues directly or knowing a promoter that will take a chance on you. Or you can download the Qoncert app and simply request a slot. Brought to you by Qoncert - perform live and tour independently. Booking shows & live gigs Working with promoters Working with venue bookers Bookin...

Today we go over the 3 questions every independent artist should ask themselves about their music, brand, target consumer, and why they make music. Learn ways you can get fans to attach to you and your music on a deeper level. There is so much noise out there (50,000 songs are uploaded to Spotify daily!) that you have set yourself apart from the rest of the crowd on social media. Brought to you by...

There are ways to get your songs on Spotify playlists and they can help you to get people to listen to your music. It's best to use playlisting once you already have a fanbase to leverage yourself in other markets or to get sponsors. If you were able to get 1 million streams you'd make about $3,000. But if you control your fanbase, you can do 1 show and make just as much from just one nigh...

In this episode, we dive deep into our list of 5 ways to make money with music. Learn which music income stream is the most lucrative, which can take a year to see a check, and why you should have multiple income sources for your music career. Brought to you by Qoncert - the mobile app for artists to perform live and tour independently. Music streaming Music publishing Merch Live shows Sponsorhips

It's one thing to gain new fans, but it's even more important to keep your current fans happy and engaged with your music. This is because it's far easier to keep fans than to find new ones and convert them to see you perform live. We break down the four pillars to keep your fans excited to hear your new music and eager to attend live concerts.

Whether you've performed live on stage before or haven't had your first gig yet, every artist needs to work on their stage presence. Learn the 5 things that every artist needs to do to have their fans in awe of their live concert. setlists crowd control energy levels national shows breathing/vocals famous artists theatrics lighting & sound

The hardest part of being an independent artist is finding your first 15 fans. It can seem daunting when you're just starting out with your music, but we break down the simple steps to finding your first fans and beyond. Performing live is probably one of the best ways to gain fans and so many artists ignore this and go straight to social media! ----- Brought to you by Qoncert , a mobile app t...