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A Love Letter to Your Music

Whether or not you have a human (or pet) love in your life, there is another thing out there that us musicians and artists may need to step up and send some metaphorical roses to….our music. 

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2023 is On the Horizon—Am I Ready!?

So, I got an email this week from Spotify saying my 2022 Spotify “Wrapped” is almost here…Is it that time already!? I feel like I am still processing the past 2 years. Anyone feel the same? Is it just me!?

This email made me realize just how quickly we are approaching 2023 (32 days left in the calendar year —but who’s counting).

Yes, unfortunately 2023 is knocking at our door. The question is—will we be ready?

It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the impending new year, but instead I encourage you to use this moment as inspiration to set personal goals for 2023. To start, ask yourself the following questions:

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A Music City Staple: The Nashville “Writers’ Round”

Whether you have newly arrived or you are just stopping by, you’ll notice very quickly why Nashville is THE Music City, USA! Live music can be seen any given day, nearly at any given time! And, there are plenty of opportunities to perform live at numerous bars and restaurants, or in writers’ rounds and showcase events.

It is a Nashville staple to perform in a writers’ round and perhaps one of the best ways to network and meet other artists. To help you get started, we’ve compiled some of our favorite Writers’ Round events below. Good Luck!…

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Dos & Don’ts for Artists in the Music Industry

Some of these items may seem trivial or basic to some of you….but it’s the little things that go a long way. In this age of email, social media and technology, it’s easy to forget how powerful and impactful a handwritten note and showing up can be. Here are 10 Dos & Don’t for artists in the music scene. 

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An Indie Artist’s Hidden Gem

What if I told you there is a way to pack your own calendar full of tour dates, while making meaningful connections with your fans, while being housed for free, and while making money. The answer…

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