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How to Promote Your Music Independently
In today's digital age, independent musicians have more opportunities than ever before to promote their music and connect with fans directly. With the right strategies and tools, anyone can effectively promote their art and gain recognition without relying on a record...
Music Director of the Month: Alivia Stonier of WXCI
Planetary Group recently took some time to get to know Alivia Stonier, the music director of WXCI, the student-run radio station broadcasted out of Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, CT. Planetary Group: Tell us about how you got involved at WXCI...
7 Ways To Build A Loyal Fan Base Through Social Media
Building a loyal fan base is essential for success in the music industry, and social media is one of the most effective ways to connect with and engage your audience. With billions of people using social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter every day,...
Finding The Top Open Mic Nights in LA
Everyone wants their 15 minutes of fame – some of the best places to be seen and heard for this to happen are the famed open mic clubs of L.A.’s thriving music and comedy scene. Why Perform In Open Mic Nights in LA? Getting Discovered Open mic nights give...
Mastering the Art of Songwriting: 8 Tips to Ignite Your Creativity
Songwriting is a creative process that requires a combination of talent, skill, and inspiration…and even if one has all of those things, a hit or even something good isn’t a given. Whether you're an aspiring songwriter or a seasoned musician, it's always helpful to...
5 Of The Easiest Instruments to Learn To Play
Learning a new instrument is not an easy task. As anyone who has attempted to do so knows, it requires a lot of time and effort. It can be an incredibly complicated endeavor, involving many hours of practice, learning how to read music, understanding musical theory...
The Importance Of Live Performances For Growing Your Music Career
For any aspiring musician, live performances are a crucial stepping stone on the path towards success. Through performing live, artists can cultivate and grow their careers in numerous ways. In fact, the benefits of performing live are so profound that it's difficult...
The Best Free Daws for New Bands
Digital Audio Workstations, or DAWs, are essential tools for any modern music producer. They are used to record, edit, and produce music, making the process much smoother, more efficient, and more accessible than ever before. With the rise of home recording, DAWs have...
Artist Feature: Sunnsetter
Planetary Group took some time to get to know Sunnsetter... Planetary Group: Tell us about your latest release. How did you come to create it? S: The concept for this album began in 2019, while I was still working on the album I put out in 2020 called “The Love...
Music Director of The Month – Amber Ranson – CJRU
Planetary Group recently took some time to get to know Amber Ranson, the music director of CJRU in downtown Toronto: Planetary Group: Tell us about how you got involved at CJRU and how that experience has impacted you? Amber: I have always been really...
The Indie Bible
The Indie Bible has been a staple for musicians and performing artists for over 20 years. Learn more in our writeup below.
