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A calculator and two highlighters rest on completed U.S. 1040 individual income tax forms, capturing the challenges of filing taxes as an independent musician, all set atop a green surface.

Quick Guide to Taxes as an Independent Musician

January 20, 2026

A woman with curly hair wearing glasses and a purple shirt.

Music Biz 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Music Distribution

January 13, 2026

Bold white "HIO x SYMPHONIC" text stands out on a dark, gradient background with blurred blue and black vertical lines, emphasizing HIO’s sleek and modern style.

Symphonic Partners with HIO

January 9, 2026

A group of people socialize at an outdoor bar at night, with drinks in hand and illuminated signs in the background, reminiscent of lively gatherings after music conferences.

Top Music Conferences For Independent Artists To Attend in 2026

January 8, 2026

Empty modern office space with large windows, exposed pipes, a potted plant, desks, and chairs with sunlight streaming in—reflecting the calm often seen during a music industry slowdown.

How To Survive The Winter Slowdown of the Music Industry

December 5, 2025

Promotional graphic for Play MPE's catalog promotion, running from November 28, 2025 to January 6, 2026, featuring cassette tapes and catalog-themed promotional text.

Play MPE’s Annual Catalog Promotion is Back

December 2, 2025

Symphonic Partners with Carbon

December 1, 2025

A person reviews sheet music—perhaps holiday songs you can cover for free—on paper and a tablet, with a pen in hand, at a wooden table.

50 Holiday Songs In The Public Domain You Can Cover for Free

December 1, 2025

An eco-friendly chair with a bottle of water, a hat, and a plant.

Unique Eco-Friendly Merch Ideas For The Holidays

November 25, 2025

A group of people dressed in party attire laugh and celebrate the holidays together indoors, holding props and drinks, with a retro patterned wall in the background.

How To Prepare For The Holiday Season as an Indie Musician

November 21, 2025