In this episode we talk about the importance of taking a break from social media and doing a digital detox, as a musician. A few of the topics we discuss include:

• The pros and cons of social media
• Examples of reasons you might take a break from social media
• How to keep social media manageable
• Avoiding outrage culture

Sponsors:

• Social Surge
• Electric Kiwi

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In this episode, we ask the question - what matters more in today's music industry: quality or quantity? A few of the things we discuss include:

• The strategy of releasing singles rather than albums (especially when it comes to the Spotify algorithms)
• Whether focusing on quantity means that the quality suffers
• The benefits of releasing cover songs

Sponsors:

• Social Surge
• Electric Kiwi

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In recent years, live streaming has grown in popularity as it allows artists to perform and connect with a worldwide audience. And with the current pandemic enforcing social distancing and quarantines all over the world, it's one of the few ways artists can currently perform for an audience.

In this episode we talk about the benefits of live streaming, how to get started, promote, and monetize your streams.

Sponsors:

• Social Surge
• Electric Kiwi

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In this episode we're talking about album artwork, and whether it matters in the streaming age. We cover how album artwork plays a role when it comes to streaming; the resurgence of vinyl and the impact this has on the album artwork; and how to approach album artwork to cover all bases.

Sponsors:

• Social Surge
• Electric Kiwi

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In this B-SIDES episode we're talking about the fallout from the downfall of Pledge Music, and what musicians can do next. Our discussion includes:

• How this has affected artists
• How this has affected fans who have contributed to campaigns
• Ways that artists can help to rebuild trust with their audience
• Other crowdfunding options for the future

Sponsors:

• Social Surge
• Electric Kiwi

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It's hard to escape the fact that we're currently living in a pandemic. And we know that many musicians are unsure of what to do in these times. In this episode we discuss:

• How the coronavirus pandemic has affected musicians and everyone else who works in the music industry
• What musicians can do to stay productive
• Why self care is so important
• The role livestreaming can play in staying engaged with your audience
• The importance of entertainment at a time like this

Sponsors:

• Social Surge
• Electric Kiwi

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We’re back, baby! In this B-Sides episode, we talk about why we took a break, what burnout is, and how to avoid it, particularly when it comes to working in the music industry.

Sponsors:

• Social Surge

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In this B-SIDES episode we're looking at the options available for selling music and merch online, and whether you should have a store on your website.

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Sponsors:

Social Surge

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Have CDs finally had their day? We all know that vinyl has made a comeback but why is that?

In this episode, we weigh the pros the cons of pressing physical copies of your next release to help you decide which option is best for you.

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Sponsors: Social Surge

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In an age where digital streaming and curated playlists are king, does your album’s song order even matter anymore?

In this episode we're talking about why tracklisting is important in a full album, what to consider when creating the track order, and the difference in approach for discovery vs listenability.

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- Sponsor: Social Surge

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