by D Grant Smith | Jan 10, 2017 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
Every musician wants to get more gigs, book better venues and be able to perform regularly. Performing for some artists is one of the main methods for profiting from the business of being a musician. However, getting gigs is getting harder and harder. Fortunately for...
by D Grant Smith | Dec 14, 2016 | Blog, Indie Music Resources
Experience Still Matters. Here’s Why You used to have to go to college or attend a seminar to get the education that’s now available online at a fraction-of-a-fraction of the cost. However, education alone won’t make you successful, no matter what...
by D Grant Smith | Nov 29, 2016 | Blog, Growth Farming
Can you embrace failure at 34 years old? That’s a good question. I’ve been pretty fond of 34 for about a year. The reason: It’s my age (as of the date this post was published). Thirty-Four (34) was also the number of Hakeem Olajuwon, Walter Payton,...
by D Grant Smith | Nov 21, 2016 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast, Growth Farming
In the 16 years I’ve worked with for profit and nonprofit businesses, particularly in radio, media, and the entertainment industry. There are a few key things that make for thriving organizations. I knew from the first conversation I had with Mark Steiner at...
by D Grant Smith | Nov 7, 2016 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
When I read someone with a massive influence talking about some of the same things I do, I take note. Michael Zipursky wrote a recent blog piece about how to get published in industry publications to boost your exposure. He’s been featured in big media...
by D Grant Smith | Oct 19, 2016 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
Loyalty and passion are two attributes we wish that all of our fans had. They don’t. But superfans do. How do you go about attracting more of these kinds of people into your tribe? I’ve been fascinated around the ability of some people to draw in the...
by D Grant Smith | Oct 10, 2016 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
Every now and then the “recommended” notification on Twitter will suggest someone to you who is actually a good fit. A few months back, the recommendation was for Jon Nastor. After looking at his profile and seeing that he’s a drummer, and...
by D Grant Smith | Sep 27, 2016 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
I have to admit to having some excitement about this podcast episode. I’ve been a big fan of Rachael Yamagata’s music for a long time. Going back at least to 2003 when I first heard her self-titled EP and then in ’04 with the release of Happenstance....
by D Grant Smith | Sep 7, 2016 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
Listen/Download the Podcast conversation here: Shaine Freeman is a really good example of people who value connections. As a musician, you’ve heard a whole lot of people talk about why you need to build your contact list, grow your connections with people in the...
by D Grant Smith | Aug 23, 2016 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast
I’ve known Steve Palfreyman for a long time. Honestly, he’s a good friend and mentor, which is why having him on the DIY Artist Route Podcast is such an honor. He and I share a lot of the same ethos, our philosophies and ideas on how to grow and build are...
