25 music packaging designs that are true works of art
In the digital age, buying physical albums has become somewhat of a hobby. Instead of “to be able to hear the tracks” as the reason for buying them, they are now treated as merch. What makes them a good item to collect though, is the design that they have, both the packaging and the physical […]
20 Tips on How to Impress A&R Reps in 2022
A&R Reps are the people musicians should be trying to impress. They’re the ones who can launch careers! Let’s face it. It’s not easy to start a career in music without the help of the “big guys”…even if you’re the most talented person on earth. “It’s who you know”, amirite? Sure, it’d be great if […]
Vinyl Single Jacket VS Vinyl Gatefold Jacket: Which is Better for Your Project
In releasing your vinyl record album, you will certainly have to decide on what kind of vinyl packaging you want– whether it’s the single vinyl jacket or the vinyl gatefold jacket. There are many types of vinyl jackets available today, but we’ll be focusing more on these two because they’re the standard. Let me first […]
How to create your own personalized custom cassette mixtape!
If you’ve ever wondered how to make a mixtape with a cassette, you’re in for a nostalgic treat. Creating your own personalized custom cassette mixtape is a delightful blend of creativity and craftsmanship, bringing back the charm of a bygone era. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of making a mixtape from […]
24 Common Mistakes Indie Musicians Make (by Industry Pros)
No matter how awesome we are, we still have blind spots and learning the most common mistakes indie musicians make can help us make better choices for our music career. TIME MANAGEMENT Not investing enough time into building your music career. Most musicians spend most of their time on music, but put very little effort […]
Music Packaging: Warp 20 Box Set
To commemorate Warp‘s 20th anniversary, they released a deluxe special-edition of music and art, titled Warp20 (Box Set) in a really sleek music packaging. Warp20 comes beautifully packaged in a 10-inch square slipcase wrapped in charcoal Buckram embossed paper with tipped-on gloss-laminated cover photograph, designed by YES, photographed by Dan Holdsworth. It contains a 192-page […]
Merch printing: 12 Things to know if it’s your first time
Band merch printing is easy, but you might commit some serious mistakes if you’re a first-timer. That’s why we’re here to give you tips and tricks to make your first batch truly exceptional. In this article, we’ll be listing down the things that you have to know about band merch printing. #1. THERE ARE A […]
For the Love of Grooves: Top 15 most expensive vinyl records bought by fans
In this article, we’ll delve into the fascinating world of high-priced vinyl, counting down the top 15 most expensive records ever bought by fans. From iconic Radiohead pressings to one-of-a-kind masterpieces, prepare to be amazed by the staggering sums collectors have shelled out for these prized possessions! #1. DEATH GRIPS – EXMILITARY Record: 2011 Release […]
Merch strategy—how to be more than just a store!
Merchandise strategy is extremely important for musicians. It’s not just about generating profit. It’s also a powerful way to connect with fans! Merch sales is just second to live show sales and that says something with how much revenue musicians get from it. It’s actually one of the reasons why merch releases became so widespread […]
Making a music press kit in 2024
You might think “Nah, music press kits are so 1997″, but band press kit is still the best way to promote your music to industry people. It will never ever go out of style. It’s (still) a great way to introduce yourself and your music to the music industry. If you’ve got one already, well…have […]