7 Power Moves Every Recording Artist Should Make This Year

The music industry is in a constant influx. With the growing competition, recording artists should find new and proven ways to remain top of the game regardless of the competition. Here are 7 power moves that every recording artist should make this year for optimal growth. 

Join a Performing Rights Organization (PRO)

Joining a PRO will help you collect royalties from entities or businesses that play your music. As a member of a PRO group, you’ll receive money that is rightfully yours. You can ask for recommendations from other artists to know which PRO to join, as you can’t be in more than one organization.

Start Meeting Publishers

Publishers are an asset to recording artists. They help to distribute your music, which will increase royalties and opportunities. It would be best if you vetted publishers before signing any contract. Transferring part of your music copyright to a reliable publisher is essential. 

Connect With A&R’s at Labels

Artists and Repertoire (A&R) scouts for talents. They further seek the commercial and artistic development of recording artists. With an A&R, you will have a commendable team marketing and promoting your music. 

Start Your Promotional Team

Getting enough publicity for your music can be a hurdle. A promotional team will help get your music to the right audience through campaigns. The street team can help with fliers’ distribution or DJ servicing. 

Learn Sales Techniques

An effective marketing strategy is indispensable for recording artists to sell their music. You need to be updated on the sales and marketing trends to compete favorably. Once you understand your target audience, you’ll know how to promote your music. Digital platforms are an excellent place to start. 

Do More Collaborations and Features

Teaming up with other artists can be a game changer for you. Featuring in another artist’s work is a strategic way of gaining publicity. You can also seek collaboration opportunities to enhance your experience and exposure. With collaborations and features, your fanbase and followers will increase. 

Start Your Publishing Company

Music publishers license and administer copyrights for artists. You can start a publishing company to grow your brand and help other artists increase their royalties. Check out the requirements of running a publishing company in your state and start working towards building your empire. 

Conclusion

The music industry is competitive, and you’ll need to go the extra mile as a recording artist to have your name out there. With the power moves discussed above, you can have a meaningful and sustainable career in the industry. If you’d like more information on any of these topics, feel free to schedule a meeting with a mentor at The Singer’s Company by clicking this link: ASK A QUESTION

With Love & Light,

The Singer’s Company