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The Basics
The Basics – Who does what in the music industry?
What should I include in my band biog?
How to write a brilliant music biog
6 essential tips for sending your tracks to the music industry
Demo submission emails: The Do's and Don'ts
Essential Guide to Music Funding
Why Bands & Artists Need a Mailing List and How to Grow Yours
Artist Managers
Do I need a music manager?
How to find a music manager
Advice from the Musicians’ Union on artist & band management contracts
Playing Live
The ultimate guide to booking a tour for your band!
Booking Gigs: Six Tips for Success
Meet the music booking agents
Essential questions to ask gig promoters
Tips to make the most of your music festival slot
How to get a festival slot - essential advice from festival bookers!
Studios & Production
The advantages of working with a producer as an unsigned band. Sugar House explain the benefits of professional production...
How to make the most of your time in the studio
Advice on recording vocals in a home studio
The basics of mixing vocals
Radio, Blogs & Media
Get your music played on the radio. Advice on airplay for your band!
Create the ultimate music press kit for contacting blogs & press
Music PR advice: When to call in professional help & how to find the best publicist for your music
5 steps to successfully promote your music using social media
Record Labels
Record Labels: a handy glossary
The relationship between record labels & unsigned artists - Are demo submissions the best way to get signed?
10 Things to Think About Before Your Next Release
Record Label vs. Self Release
Music Publishing
Guide to copyright for songwriters: essential advice from Incorporated Society Of Musicians
All you need to know about PRS For Music, music royalties and songwriting rights
Advice on Best Practices for Getting Your Songs in Music Libraries
9 Steps To Landing A Sync Deal
WTF is Music Publishing? A Beginners Guide
Selling & Distributing your Music
How to get your music playlisted on streaming services
The independent musician’s guide to digital distribution
Distribution Revolution - How to choose a distribution partner
How to Sell Your Merch on Spotify - Advice from CD Baby
Music Law & Business
Understanding musical instrument insurance - an essential guide from Allianz
Guide to Music Insurance Jargon
How to negotiate a music contract
Networking in the music sector: face to face and digitally
How can professional musicians protect themselves legally?
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