Business Minded Musicians
artist resources
Growing an independent music career takes a lot of work, but you don't have to figure it out all by yourself. Check out the resources below and decide what makes sense for you to focus on right now. Keep checking back as we continue to update this page with valuable artist resources. Let's Go!
Website platforms
Bandzoogle
Squarespace
Squarespace
Build a band website and store in minutes. Get a 30-day free trial of Bandzoogle, plus 15% off any plan for the first year! CODE: BizMindedMusic
Squarespace
Squarespace
Squarespace
Create a customizable website or online store with an all-in-one solution from Squarespace. Choose a template & start your free trial today.
WIX
Squarespace
WIX
Sell online, start a blog and organize events to promote your business and build your community.
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Printful
Printful
Printful
Build and grow your business with Printful Create and sell custom on-demand products with no inventory.
Square
Printful
Printful
Work smarter, automate for efficiency, and open up new revenue streams on the software and hardware platform millions of businesses trust.
email MARKETING
Activecampaign
Constant Contact
Activecampaign
Email marketing, automation and CRM tools you need to create incredible customer experiences. Click LEARN MORE to get a free trial.
Aweber
Constant Contact
Activecampaign
Get email marketing, landing pages, web push notifications, and so much more when you sign up for free today.
Constant Contact
Constant Contact
Constant Contact
A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year.
GROW YOUR MUSIC
Indie Spotify Bible
Indie Spotify Bible
Indie Spotify Bible
Access the massive Spotify market with detailed contact information for over 5,400 popular Spotify playlists.
Apple Music Bible
Indie Spotify Bible
Indie Spotify Bible
Tap into the vast Apple Music market by accessing detailed contact information for over 3,700 popular Apple Music playlists.
Indie YouTube Bible
Indie Spotify Bible
Indie Streaming Pack
Over 5 Billion YouTube videos are watched daily. Get in on the action with detailed contact information for over 3,500 YouTube playlists.
Indie Streaming Pack
The Ultimate Indie Bundle
Indie Streaming Pack
Save $100 with the Indie Streaming Pack. You get Indie Spotify Bible, Indie YouTube Bible, Apple Music Bible plus the three bonus guides.
The Ultimate Indie Bundle
The Ultimate Indie Bundle
The Ultimate Indie Bundle
A suite of 3 music directories that includes the: The Indie Bible, The Indie Bible ONLINE Database and The Indie Venue Bible. Plus 2 Bonus Music Guides!
GROW YOUR SKILLS WITH ARI's TAKE ACADEMY
Streaming Growth Through Digital Marketing
Advanced Sync Strategies for Film, TV & Video Games
Advanced Sync Strategies for Film, TV & Video Games
A step-by-step guide to generating real fans online from instructors Ari Herstand and Lucidious. (ATA Academy)
Advanced Sync Strategies for Film, TV & Video Games
Advanced Sync Strategies for Film, TV & Video Games
Advanced Sync Strategies for Film, TV & Video Games
A step-by-step guide to getting your music in films, TV shows, video games and commercials. AND getting paid for it! (ATA Academy)
How to Become a Successful Touring Artist
Advanced Sync Strategies for Film, TV & Video Games
How to Become a Successful Touring Artist
A step-by-step guide to building a live fan base, booking and promoting a full tour and making money on the road. (ATA Academy)
MUSIC booking
Indie Venue Bible
Indie Venue Bible
Indie Venue Bible
MASSIVE directory of over 30,000 live music venues in the US and Canada! Venues, festivals, colleges, bars, coffee shops, restaurants & more!
Indie on the Move
Indie Venue Bible
Indie Venue Bible
The Music Industry's Destination for Show & Tour Booking. IOTM offers several services for independent artists looking to grow their music.
Indie Venue Bible
Music Distribution
Ditto Music
Ditto Music
Ditto Music
Release your music to more global platforms than anywhere else. Keep 100% of the royalties you earn and all of the rights to your music.
CD Baby
Ditto Music
Ditto Music
Streaming, downloads, CD & vinyl sales, YouTube monetization, sync licensing, publishing royalty collection, direct-to-fan sales, & more.
TuneCore
Ditto Music
TuneCore
Get your music on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, TikTok & more. Keep 100% ownership of your music & stay in control of your career.
Social growth
InstaChamp
InstaChamp
InstaChamp
100% Instagram and Facebook growth & automation tool. Grow your followers and scale engagement on Instagram & Facebook.
POPL
InstaChamp
InstaChamp
Instantly share your info with a tap, scan, or send. Share contact info, social media, websites, payment apps, files, videos and more!
HostGator
InstaChamp
HostGator
Instantly share your info with a tap, scan, or send. Share contact info, social media, websites, payment apps, files, videos and more!
Music production (From Stock Music musician)
Reason Unleashed
Learn Reason in an Afternoon
Learn Reason in an Afternoon
Go from "good" to "great" by developing an understanding of the systems that top producers use - and gain the skills needed to realize your creative vision.
Get 10% Off with CODE: BizMindedMusic
Learn Reason in an Afternoon
Learn Reason in an Afternoon
Learn Reason in an Afternoon
Frustrated trying to make great music in Reason? You Can Learn How to Make Music in Reason in an Afternoon!
Get 10% Off with CODE: BizMindedMusic
All Access Pass Bundle
Learn Reason in an Afternoon
All Access Pass Bundle
Bundle and save 20%! This bundle includes everything you need to know to create, mix, and master your music, and then license it.
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Mixing Made Simple
Complete Producer Bundle
All Access Pass Bundle
A straightforward framework for creating professional sounding mixes time after time.
Get 10% Off with CODE: BizMindedMusic
Ten Minute Mastering
Complete Producer Bundle
Complete Producer Bundle
Learn to consistently create radio-worthy masters in under 10 minutes using this simple system.
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Complete Producer Bundle
Complete Producer Bundle
Complete Producer Bundle
Learn to Mix and Master at a Discount! Bundle Mixing Made Simple and 10 Minute Mastering together and save 20%!
Get 10% Off with CODE: BizMindedMusic
Stock Music Sales System
Stock Music Sales System
Stock Music Sales System
Learn how to build an automatic income stream that makes money while you sleep, from YOUR music, in just 30 minutes a day!
Get 10% Off with CODE: BizMindedMusic
free marketing books
Dotcom Secrets
Traffic Secrets
Dotcom Secrets
If customers can’t find it, it doesn’t exist. Clearly list and describe the services you offer. Also, be sure to showcase a premium service.
Expert Secrets
Traffic Secrets
Dotcom Secrets
Having a big sale, on-site celebrity, or other event? Be sure to announce it so everybody knows and gets excited about it.
Traffic Secrets
Traffic Secrets
Traffic Secrets
Are your customers raving about you on social media? Share their great stories to help turn potential customers into loyal ones.