The Reality of Being an Independent Artist in 2025.

What Nobody Wants To Tell You About Your “Artist Online Presence”. It is common for Independent artists to romanticize social media. There's the perception social media is this magical place where talent “gets discovered,” a level playing field, a meritocracy and a black hole of creativity. Truth is: It is not. Social media is a battlefield with strict rules, unspoken caps, and harsh 10101 physics. If you ignore them, the algorithm ignores you. If you misunderstand them, you

Independent Artist: You Are Losing More Fans Than You Can Imagine Because of One Bad Habit.

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So, you're an aspiring musician and artist, your Spotify playlist is lit, and you're dreaming of that record deal that seems to be within reach. But hold your horses, maestro! Before you start practicing your Grammy acceptance speech, you need to ask yourself one crucial question: Are you truly ready for a record deal? How To Know If You’re Ready: Take a Test here 1. Check Your Catalog: Take a good look at your body of work. Is it consistent? Is it strong enough to make the b

Quiz Time! Find Out If You're Ready to Ditch the Demo Reel and Dive into the Big League with Goathead Records' Artist Assessment Quiz! At...

Mastering the Art of Public Relations: A Humorous Guide for Independent Artists It really is 😏 Welcome, dear independent artists, to the...