Author: Angela Tyler

  • You Want to Book Better Shows? Just DIY It and Stay True to Your Artistic Identity

    You Want to Book Better Shows? Just DIY It and Stay True to Your Artistic Identity

    Booking a sold-out, or at least near-capacity, show is a major milestone for any band. Doing that every time with every show is how you know you’re on the fast track to success. Yet, when I asked bands their number-one struggle, overwhelmingly the response was this very thing. I find that a lot of the time, bands…

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  • 3 Easy Ways to Work on Building Your Community in the Music Industry Right Now

    3 Easy Ways to Work on Building Your Community in the Music Industry Right Now

    The single most important thing I’ve learned in this industry is the power of community. This one, often overused concept can actually change everything. Community is giving up the notion that we’re better off alone and embracing that we’re stronger together — and then making it happen. It’s taking the time to talk to newcomers and…

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  • 4 Ways to Tell You’re Ready to Hire a Publicist

    4 Ways to Tell You’re Ready to Hire a Publicist

    When you’re itching to get your music out there in front of bigger audiences, it can seem like there’s no better time than the present to hire a publicist and really invest in your band. Before you make the leap, be sure to review these four essential checklist items to know whether now is the…

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  • The Secret to Relationship Building? Make Networking Fun for Yourself

    The Secret to Relationship Building? Make Networking Fun for Yourself

    + Welcome to Soundfly! We help curious musicians meet their goals with creative online courses. Whatever you want to learn, whenever you need to learn it. Subscribe now to start learning on the ’Fly. One of the most rewarding things about my time in the music industry has been the friendships I’ve made and the relationships I’ve built. It’s not just…

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  • The Definitive Guide to Running a Successful DIY Public Relations Campaign

    The Definitive Guide to Running a Successful DIY Public Relations Campaign

    Spearheading your own PR campaign is no easy task. Putting the necessary tools in place requires a lot of grit, determination, and old fashioned time and effort. I won’t lie and say it will be easy or that it’s something you can learn in a few weeks. This is something that takes months to really perfect if…

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