The Uncomfortable Truth About Music Marketing No One's Talking About

Become more profitable in just 5 minutes per week with the Profitable Musician Newsletter. Sign up at http://profitablemusician.com/join In this episode, Bree Noble shares her personal experiences and practical advice for mature artists looking to promote themselves in today’s music landscape. She outlines the unique challenges faced by artists over 40 and offers actionable solutions.Overcoming feelings of starting too late in your music careerNavigating social media trends and choosing platforms that fit your audienceTackling tech overwhelm one step at a timeDealing with guilt and emotional baggage from past promotional effortsBuilding a support system and embracing your identity as a real artist

Become more profitable in just 5 minutes per week with the Profitable Musician Newsletter. Sign up at http://profitablemusician.com/join Learn why traditional marketing just doesn’t fit the music business.Why the music industry’s marketing is not like regular businessThe "problem/solution" myth in music marketingThe emotional, intangible value of music for fansWhy competition is different in music vs. traditional productsBuilding relationships and sticky points for long-term fan engagement

Become more profitable in just 5 minutes per week with the Profitable Musician Newsletter. Sign up at http://profitablemusician.com/join In this episode, Bree Noble and Tara Brueske dive into the realities of marketing as mature women in the music industry. They share honest insights on staying authentic and making smart marketing choices that actually fit your life and audience.What you’ll learn:Why following trends isn’t always right for older artists and how to choose what works for youThe truth about social media platforms—should you really be on TikTok, or is Facebook enough?Tips for engaging your audience with writing, video, and showing your real life (even the non-music parts)Common trends you don’t need to follow and how authenticity creates stronger connectionsThe value of playing the long game in music marketing and building real relationships with your fansTune in for practical advice you can actually use—no extra pressure or pointless trends!Become more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

Become more profitable in just 5 minutes per week with the Profitable Musician Newsletter. Sign up at http://profitablemusician.com/join Get ready to optimize your Instagram with this solo episode from Bree Noble, where she breaks down the power of the Instagram 9 grid for musicians and creatives. Find out how to make your first impression count and turn profile visitors into true fans.Why your "most valuable posts" (MVPs) matter on social mediaHow to curate an intentional 9 grid that instantly tells your storyThe three-row framework: Hook, Credibility, and Connection/InvitationCommon mistakes musicians make and how to avoid themSimple steps to set up your own 9 grid and make it work for you, even when you're not actively postingReady to level up your Instagram profile? Tune in and create a grid that captures who you are and what you offer!

Become more profitable in just 5 minutes per week with the Profitable Musician Newsletter. Sign up at http://profitablemusician.com/join In this episode, Bree Noble and Tara Brueske tackle the common misconception that simply releasing music online guarantees success. They break down what it really takes to build a sustainable music career today.Why creating music alone isn’t enough to launch your careerHow changes in social media and streaming have impacted musiciansThe importance of building a fan base before releasing music onlineEffective ways to connect with audiences through live performances and thoughtful release strategiesAdditional income opportunities for musicians beyond streaming, including merch, touring, and online session workBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

To attend the panel, go here: http://profitablemusician.com/panelBecome more profitable in just 5 minutes per week with the Profitable Musician Newsletter. Sign up at http://profitablemusician.com/join Join Bree Noble and Chris SD as they dive into the world of music licensing for indie artists. Find out if sync licensing is the right path to grow your income and fanbase, and get answers to your most pressing questions.In this episode, you'll learn:The realities and opportunities of music licensing for independent songwriters.Why authentic, artist-driven music (even quirky or non-mainstream styles) is often favored in TV and film placements.The importance of direct relationships with music supervisors versus going through agents and libraries.How much your following or production quality actually matters for sync placement.What you should have in place before submitting your music—including copyright, production tips, and industry know-how.Tune in for straight talk about building your music career through licensing and the honest steps to get your songs in front of music supervisors!

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Become more profitable in just 5 minutes per week with the Profitable Musician Newsletter. Sign up at http://profitablemusician.com/join Become more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

Become more profitable in just 5 minutes per week with the Profitable Musician Newsletter. Sign up at http://profitablemusician.com/join Become more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join