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thesource.com /1 month ago

How Independent Artists Are Building Global Brands—and the Business Structures Behind Them

The idea that an artist needs a major label to reach a global audience is quickly becoming outdated. Across the UK and beyond, a new generation of independent musicians is… The po...

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indiepulsemusic.com /1 month ago

How Independent Artists Are Using Data to Book Shows, Get Playlisted, Reach Radio, and Land Sync Placements in 2026

For independent artists, the hardest part of building a sustainable music career is rarely the music itself. It is navigating the industry after the music is finished. Booking the...

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millennialmagazine.com /1 week ago

The Most Influential Indie Music Artists to Discover in 2026

The most interesting question in music has never been which song is at the top of the chart. It is which indie music artist has built the kind of sustained creative practice that s...

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indiepulsemusic.com /1 month ago

How Independent Musicians Promote Their Solo Albums

You’re scrolling online and a catchy 15-second song clip suddenly stops you. While saving it on Spotify feels like pure serendipity, industry data reveals this “accidental” viral m...

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blabbermouth.net /1 week ago

AVENGED SEVENFOLD Is Now 'A Fully Independent Band'

AVENGED SEVENFOLD has announced that it is now "a fully independent band" after completing its deal with Warner with the arrival of the "Life Is But A Dream…" album, which came out...

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prweb.com /1 week ago

The Indie Era: Why Independent Creators Are Rewriting the Rules of Entertainment

The entertainment industry is changing as independent creators, like the developers of Five Nights at Freddy's and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, find success with bolder creative id...

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musicpromotoday.com /1 month ago

5 Music Industry Shifts: What Independent Artists Must Know Now

The music industry in 2026 is not the same ecosystem it was twelve months ago.Independent artists still relying on outdated strategies are discovering those playbooks no longer app...

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observer.com /2 weeks ago

Independent Opens With Solo Presentations, Early Sales and (Most Importantly) Breathing Room

Dealers are optimistic that the next few days will bring more conversations and sales as fair-hopping buyers make their way to Pier 36.

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xsnoize.com /6 days ago

From Indie Bands to Global Brands: How Artists Build Multi-Platform Identities

Nowadays, the idea of a global music band has changed. Artists no longer just make music, but they are brand-building machines that are across all types of industries in a bid to m...

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concreteplayground.com /1 month ago

Independent Music Exchange at Northcote Town Hall

Celebrate independent music as label founders and crate diggers come together to champion physical media and share community-driven knowledge.

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eugeneweekly.com /1 month ago

Artists are the Priority

Ditch Projects, an artist-run contemporary arts space in Springfield, hosts its sixth annual benefit art auction on May 1. Artists in the auction include — … Continue reading →

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routenote.com /2 weeks ago

Los Campesinos! proves that merch matters for independent artists

Pedigree indie band, Los Campesinos! have broken down how important merch sales are for touring musicians. For many independent artists, touring looks exciting from the outside. So...

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musicbusinessworldwide.com /4 weeks ago

‘Artists often fail when you give up too much responsibility to others.’

MBW's Trailblazers series meets Alternate Side Management founders Evange Livanos and Zack Zarrillo Source

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xsnoize.com /1 month ago

Why are More Indie Artists are Giving their Music Away for Free?

In 2015, Josh Garrels tried something new. He offered his new album, Home, as a free download for the first week only. As an indie artist, he wanted to find new ways to stand out [...

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observer.com /3 weeks ago

Trust-Based Funding Works. So Why Are Artists Still Living in Precarity?

The Arts Foundation director Mary Jane Edwards makes the case that trust-based, unrestricted funding for artists is no longer an idealistic notion but an evidence-backed policy imp...

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adventuresfrugalmom.com /2 weeks ago

Top 10 Creative Artists Making an Impact in 2026

In 2026, artists are reshaping global culture through innovative storytelling and emotional work that transcends traditional spaces. This summary spotlights ten influential creator...

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hollywoodreporter.com /1 week ago

The Indies Are Dying. Long Live the Indies

The pay-one window is gone, the presale market has dried up and dealmaking at Cannes is at a standstill. But the audience for independent film hasn’t gone anywhere — it’s just wait...

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thatericalper.com /1 day ago

How to Sell Merchandise as an Independent Artist

Let’s do some quick math. A single hoodie sold at your merch table after a show can earn you more money than thousands of streams on Spotify. In 2025, with streaming payouts still...

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thesource.com /1 month ago

How Independent Artists and Creators Are Using AI to Protect Their Original Work

source Independent artists and creators live in an exciting time, but it is also very tough. The internet makes it super easy to share music, pictures, videos, and writing with… T...

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musicbusinessworldwide.com /2 weeks ago

Downtown’s CD Baby launches ‘full-service’ artist program offering marketing, distribution, and financial support for 10...

The program will support 10 artists through 2026, offering priority distribution, targeted DSP marketing, paid digital campaign support, and more. Source

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thewest.com.au /1 month ago

Basic income sorely needed for WA artists drowned out in the stream

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nialler9.com /2 weeks ago

Subvert launches as an artist-owned alternative co-op to streaming services & Bandcamp

Subvert is an online music marketplace structured as a...

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sahiphopmag.co.za /1 week ago

Blaklez Criticises SA Hip Hop Fans For Failing To Support Independent Artists

The post Blaklez Criticises SA Hip Hop Fans For Failing To Support Independent Artists appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Blaklez Criticises SA Hip Hop Fans For Failing To Support I...

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