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Fresh New Music ft. Tophouse, OK Go, Lola Violet & more!

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Quick Guide to Taxes as an Independent Musician

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Holiday Marketing Tips for Musicians on Instagram

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SplitShare Updates for 2022

Symphonic Partners with Base for Music

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Base for Music x Symphonic Giveaway!

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Amidst tax documents and forms for 2019, a smartphone with a calculator app open sits on the desk beside a pen, an envelope, and a cup of coffee. As an independent musician juggling royalties and expenses, preparing taxes requires focused attention.

Quick Guide to Taxes as an Independent Musician

January 17, 2025

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Grants For Independent Musicians

January 8, 2025

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How To Claim and Update Your Artist/Label Pages

January 7, 2025

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How To Prepare Your Music For Sync Licensing

December 9, 2024

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How To Survive the Winter Slowdown of the Music Industry

December 2, 2024

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Legal Toolkit for Musicians Masterclass: From Copyright to Streaming Fraud

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Music Biz 101: Should Independent Artists be Afraid of Streaming Fraud?

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Music Biz 101: How To Make A Split Sheet

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Music Biz 101: How to Self Publish Your Music

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Music Biz 101: Best Practices for Maximum Release Potential

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Music Industry Biz 101: What Are Marketing Drivers and Why Do I Need Them?

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