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Why it’s a must that you wear your merch in your videos

In this wild world of the music industry, artists are not just maestros of sound but are also the savvy captain of their own brand. And what’s the hottest accessory right now in this musical marketplace? Merch, of course! And it’s not just about slapping your name on a t-shirt or sticking your face on […]

10 influencer kits that totally rock

Nowadays, with social media blending into marketing strategies, there’s this cool thing called influencer kits. They’re these awesome packages that brands use to team up with influencers online. WHY SHOULD YOU MAKE ONE?  It gives a more genuine vibe than direct advertising. Influencers dish out their real experiences, making the whole promotion feel legit to […]

Why customer (service) is king

In today’s music scene, being a musician isn’t just about making great tunes and belting out killer vocals. It’s also about something more unexpected: customer service.  Yep, you read that right! And you might be thinking: “That’s just handling orders, easy peasy.” Well, yeah, you’re right. But the last bit? Not so much. As someone […]

17 Merch Hoodies for the holidays

Ho ho ho! Christmas is just around the corner. It’s already that time of year where people all around the world are thinking of gifts. Two of the top items on their list would unquestionably be hoodies and sweatshirts. They definitely deserved their spots too because they’re not just cozy and warm, they’re stylish as […]

VIP Tour Box Sets of Taylor Swift and 10 other musicians (they’re all incredibly insane!)

Now that we’re back to artists physically touring the world, VIP tour box sets and merch bags are returning too. To help out new musicians planning their own tours and releasing VIP merch, here’s a list of them that you can get inspiration from. First one’s Taylor Swift’s, of course, the mother of high quality […]

10 ways to add more buzz to your album release

Recording an album is daunting. But you have to take your vitamins and gather more energy because it’s just the beginning! After that comes mastering, manufacturing, and last but not the least—marketing and promotion. Marketing is definitely a must and you should have started it months before recording. You see, even if you release the […]

16 winter merch items that sell like hot cakes

Want to sell more merch this winter? Make sure you match the right items for the season. In this article, I’ll be presenting to you 16 different merch ideas you can choose to include in your music release. #1. UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATSHIRT If we’re talking about band merch ideas for the holidays, sweatshirts would be […]

Merch stats that show K-pop is killing it!

Can you hear Christmas bells ringing? The year is about to end but before it does, let us present some stats on this year’s MERCH side of the industry. And the winner for merch sales goes to (drumrolllll)— kpop. And it’s time we talk about it. MERCH SALES BY GENRE The graph above indicates the […]

Cool company swags from big brands

In a world full of business competitors wherever you turn, company swags are one of your essential ammunitions. They’re a must if you want your brand to survive in almost any industry. Swags make your customers feel special. A swags make your brand memorable. Swags can make you stand out from the crowd. But you […]

Custom stickers printing: All the different kind of stickers to choose from

Stickers are a great (but ultra cheap) merch to add to any musician’s merch table. They’re a great add-on to the more expensive shirts and tumblers you’ll be offering to your fans. It’s something they can easily buy for their friends (and even to their enemies). It’s also a good promotional merch given that they […]