by D Grant Smith | Jul 14, 2015 | Blog, Indie Music Resources
Remember the U2 song I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For? Sorry Bono, we’re all in your boat too. I spent my youth and young adulthood looking for something. I (sort of) knew what it was, yet it remained a mystery at the same time. At various...
by D Grant Smith | Jul 9, 2015 | Blog, DIY Artist Route Podcast, Indie Music Resources, Rising Bands To Take Note Of
Recently I was granted the opportunity to talk with a really great guy, Tony Lucca. I’d only heard his self-titled album before given the interview with him. Upon researching his background, it became more apparent that his story is incredibly valuable to both...
by D Grant Smith | Jul 6, 2015 | Blog, Indie Music Resources
As musicians, our primary focus is on making music and finding ways to grow our fan base. As entrepreneurs, our primary focus is on expanding our business and grow our revenue streams. Other things we need to do to grow are marketing and promotion. We turn to social...
by D Grant Smith | Jul 2, 2015 | Blog, Indie Music Resources
Over 40 years and more commercial success than you or I can throw a stick at might make some musicians think that Bruce Springsteen is so untouchable as a musician, trying to follow his path to success is a pipe dream. That thought would be off, in a few ways. After...
by D Grant Smith | Jun 25, 2015 | Blog, Indie Music Resources
Thomas Edison was a genius. He was also one of the greatest inventors of the modern era. And he was a self-starter who didn’t let obstacles interfere with his vision or his mission. That last part sounds the most similar to you and your path as an artist and...
by D Grant Smith | Jun 22, 2015 | Blog, Indie Music Resources, Rising Bands To Take Note Of
Why do you do what you do? This is the heart of every organization, company, leader, speaker and author’s work. This mission statement defines your why to understand the purpose of your endeavors. Understanding your why is what connects other people to your...
