Nashville Records

It is a few days after Thanksgiving.  I want to remind everyone living in the United States of America that we should be very thankful for what we have.

Please take a moment and reflect upon your blessings.

Approximately one month ago I was approached by a mother of an Artist asking for assistance.  The mother did not want management for her daughter as she had a previous relationship with a former manager that did not appear to…

With social media and streaming services easily accessible, you may have a great online presence already. So why do you need a website to stand out as a musician? 

Having your own music website appears professional, signaling to industry experts…

I am always asked, "As an Artist; what should I do first?"  Well, after making great Music complete the list below.

ARTIST CHECKLIST 

Website and social media.  Same brand name. 
Update biographies 
Update photos 
Collect all metadata 
Register with a…

If you are an Independent Artist and have poured the Foundation for your Music Career, you are now a business.  So instead of a Manager, hire a CEO!  Think about it. . .

Some of us are building from scratch. No inheritance, no connections, no backups. Just blood, sweat and skills.

“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up.” – Babe Ruth

"The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain."

Dolly Parton

Thanksgiving was a few days ago. Here are some things that I am thankful for: 

A God of love, forgiveness, mercy, and grace. 

A family that is still together after trials and tribulations. 

A wife that loves me even with…

It never ceases to amaze me the Artists that will tell me that they do not need a website!  A website is your electronic billboard.  Your electronic business cards!  Every piece of material that you have (including social media) should…

I am guilty of this, but it should not be tolerated. What is it? It is not responding to correspondence. If someone sends you an e-mail, leaves you a voicemail, or even sends you a letter, please respond. Even if…

This should not have to be said.  Please engage with your fans.  Your career depends on your fans.  If you have hundreds of thousands of fans this may not be possible without assistance.  However, most Artists do not have an…