The Top 10 DIY Musician Articles of 2023 Your Guide to the Unmissable DIY Musician Highlights in 2023 As 2023 draws to a close (how did we get here already?!) we take a gander back at this year with hazy “what just happened” goggles recollecting the moments that stood out to us as artists, and as the loyal members of […]
The Top 10 DIY Musician Articles of 2023
Releasing Your Music During the End-of-Year Holiday Season
Releasing Your Music During the End-of-Year Holiday Season The end-of-year holiday season is just around the corner, and you’ve got some serious jingles to spread! Whether you’re planning to drop a festive track, an entire holiday album, or just some good old-fashioned winter vibes, this is the perfect time to share your music with the world. But hold on, buddy, […]
Get Ready to Shine: Spotify’s 2023 Wrapped Is Around the Corner!
Get Ready to Shine: Spotify’s 2023 Wrapped Is Around the Corner! The official Spotify for Artists blog has recently announced essential dates for its annual Wrapped event, and it’s time to get excited! This yearly occasion witnesses millions of music enthusiasts from around the globe sharing the songs that defined their year and forming connections with the artists who provided […]
Latin GRAMMYs 2023: 8 CD Baby Artists Shine with Nominations Across 7 Categories
Latin GRAMMYs 2023: 8 CD Baby Artists Shine with Nominations Across 7 Categories The complete list of the 2023 Latin GRAMMY’s nominees was unveiled on September 19th. On Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, the Latin GRAMMYs will make history by hosting their first-ever international show at the Conference and Exhibition Centre (FIBES) in Sevilla, Spain. A hearty congratulations to every Latin […]
CD Baby without CDs?
CD Baby without CDs? IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: On June 22, CD Baby will stop distributing CDs & vinyl in order to focus on the continuing development of digital music distribution & promotion tools. If you currently sell discs through us, look for an email soon with details pertinent to your merch. Why is physical distribution ending? Back in 1998, CD Baby […]
Introducing Apple Music Classical
Introducing Apple Music Classical Classical music nerds rejoice: Apple Music Classical is here! Apple Music Classical is the new streaming app designed specifically for classical music. It’s sleek, user-friendly, and free with an Apple Music subscription. A new way to search for musical works Classical presents a unique challenge when it comes to finding the right music on streaming platforms: […]
DIY Musician VIP Experience Schedule Revealed!
DIY Musician VIP Experience Schedule Revealed! Chris Robley is the Editor of CD Baby’s DIY Musician Blog. I write Beatlesque indie-pop songs that’ve been praised by No Depression, KCRW, The LA Times, & others. My poems have appeared in Poetry Magazine, Prairie Schooner, The Poetry Review, & more. I live in Maine and like peanut butter chocolate chip cookies, a […]
Announcing the DIY Musician VIP Experience in Nashville!
Announcing the DIY Musician VIP Experience in Nashville! For 2023, we’ve reimagined the DIY Musician Conference as an intimate VIP Experience in conjunction with the MusicBiz Conference in Nashville. This will give you unprecedented access to industry heavyweights and tastemakers at an affordable price! You can expect the same sense of indie community and innovative spirit as our DIY Musician […]
Music Predictions for 2023
Music Predictions for 2023 In a lot of ways, the world of independent music is a different beast from “the music industry.” With famous artists and even some new major label acts, waste can be a tax write-off or an opportunity for later improvement. When you have a fanbase in the millions, suboptimal execution can still drive thousands of sales. […]
By Artists, For Artists: Jack & Charlie
By Artists, For Artists: Jack & Charlie Sometimes, helping artists with distribution is a family affair! Meet Charlie and Jack, two members of CD Baby’s Artist Services team that play in the same band—and who also happen to be brothers. These two know what it’s like to live and breathe music, so any time you have questions about distribution, monetization, […]