by D Grant Smith | Feb 29, 2016 | Blog
Cattle run in giants groups, led by a herdsman on a horse and a dog nipping at their heels. The herdsmen steer the cattle through ravines, over streams, into brush and brambles to a destination that they choose. The cattle goes where they are herded. This is a picture...
by D Grant Smith | Feb 18, 2016 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast, Growth Farming
As a relationship builder, it’s a dream to try to have a conversation with someone you think is so huge you’ll never get to talk with them. Recently, a good friend challenged me to give it a go anyway. He told me to pick someone I think is so successful...
by D Grant Smith | Feb 8, 2016 | Blog, Community Building, DIY Artist Route Podcast, Indie Music Resources
I was captivated by the title “Michael Brandvold shares 25 lessons he learned working with KISS.” Reading his short Ebook (free on his website) and then hearing his Music Biz Weekly podcast, I was intrigued. “I have to have this guy on the DIY Artist...
by D Grant Smith | Jan 28, 2016 | Blog, Community Building
You have a band and a fan base that is supportive of your music. Excellent. But you hear news and industry reports that music sales are down, that music streaming is rising and that more and more people are consuming music yet not buying it. We’re already living in...
by D Grant Smith | Jan 18, 2016 | Blog
You’re a musician or entrepreneur who has taken the uncommon path forward and are working to build a community with your offering. Outstanding! It’s good to have you on this journey. One of the best musicians in the field of not only incredible artistry...
by D Grant Smith | Jan 14, 2016 | Blog, Indie Music Resources
(This info graphic is much larger with links to pieces that help you. Download it below.) For DIY musicians and unsigned bands, there are so many marketing and promotion pieces that seem essential to your growth. Does it seem overwhelming? The sheer volume (no pun...
