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Submission Services 101: The New Frontier for Independent Artists
So, are you ready to step into the spotlight? Submission services can help with that. These platforms are changing the game for independent artists like you, offering a direct route to music curators.
An Independent Artists' Guide to Strategic Playlist Plugging for Spotify and Apple Music
If you're an independent artist looking to skyrocket your streams on Spotify and Apple Music, you're in the right place. It's time to talk about playlist plugging – the not-so-secret weapon in your music promotion arsenal.
Collaborate to Elevate: 8 Tips for Partnering with Other Bands and Artists
One of the most dynamic ways to level up your music career is through collaboration. Working with other artists isn't just about increasing your fanbase; it's about enriching your artistic expression and carving a unique space in the music world. Do that, and the fanbase will follow.
Charlie Ashcroft’s Musosoup Round-Up November 2023
Charlie Ashcroft’s top picks from Musosoup submissions in November 2023
Getting Your Band Noticed: Essential Tips for Engaging with the Music Press
What is music press, and how can emerging bands utilise it effectively to garner attention and build a team? Let's dive into the essentials of harnessing the power of publicity and PR in the music industry.
Charlie Ashcroft’s Musosoup Round-Up September 2023
Charlie Ashcroft’s top picks from Musosoup submissions in September 2023
5 Photographers To Take Your Next Press Shots
Picking a photographer to capture exactly how you want to be perceived is tough job, especially as you are also having to consider budget, location, and a good relationship between you both. We have compiled a list of photographers and spoken to them about their pricing and what each photographer finds important in their working relationships. This way, you can start thinking about how you want to come across to your audience and start making that dream a reality.
The Vaccines’ Pete Robertson Talks Bedroom Producing, Genres & More
On the 10 year Anniversary of The Vaccines Debut LP, ‘What Did you Expect from The Vaccines?’ Pete gives us his industry tip and tricks as well as his advice on becoming a producer.
Women Booking Festivals: How To Get Booked - Maja Starcevic
As part of our ‘Women Booking Festivals’ series, we have sat down with inspiring ladies who book for some of the world’s largest events! We have also found out exactly what it is they look for in new bands and how to get in touch.
Producer, Jagz Kooner (Bjork, New Order) Gives Production Tips & More
Beginning his career remixing and producing for the likes of Bjork, New Order and The Chemical Brothers, Manic Street Preachers, Kasabian and Primal Scream also sit comfortably in Jagz Kooner’s impressive production career. He also famously co-produced Primal Scream’s cover version of ‘Some Velvet Morning’ alongside supermodel Kate Moss.
The Vinyl Countdown: 5 Record Stores Bringing The Vinyl To You
Meet 5 record stores who are doing everything they can to ensure you can still get your vinyl fix!
Producer, John Leckie (Radiohead, The Stone Roses) Gives Advice To Aspiring Producers & More.
With a Brit Award, Music Week Award and Q Award under his belt, along with an incredible discography and years of invaluable industry experience, here at Musosoup we talk to The Bends producer about his career, advice for upcoming producers and his most challenging record to work on to date:
Musosoup’s Top 5 Festivals We Can’t Wait To Mud-Slide Our Way Into
Here at Musosoup we have curated a list of the “Top 5 Festivals We Can’t Wait to Mud-Slide Our Way Into” (with our fingers well and truly crossed that they will still go ahead!)
Record Label ‘Cool Thing Records’ Explain How Artists Can Stand Out.
Here as part of Musosoup’s ‘An Interview With:’ series, we speak to Southend’s Cool Thing Records owner, Luke Branch about what he looks for to sign a band and what can you do to really stand out in such a saturated industry.