Christian Music Artist Tips for 2020 | The Christian Artist Checklist

Описание: Here is our 2020 ADVICE FOR CHRISTIAN TIPS or the CHRISTIAN ARTIST CHECKLIST for those trying to build their Christian Artistry in Southern Gospel, Bluegrass Gospel, Christian Country and even Contemporary Christian Music Artist.

Here are the topics we cover briefly with helpful links:

READ AND FOLLOW TRENDS (   • Christian Music Artist Tips for 2020 | The...  )
but evaluate the blogs or videos and the content as to whether they apply to what YOU do. Assess the background of the individual or entity giving the info, do they have the experience or track record to validate the information being given. In other words, do they have some expertise in the area.

KEEP YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA UPDATED (   • Christian Music Artist Tips for 2020 | The...  )
Maintain your social media image, maintain diligent content placement. 30% about music / 70% about other engaging topics. We have a great opportunity to build our own platforms!
http://bannersnack.com to make avatars and banners for Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or make custom sizes for Spotify or other platforms that have spec requirements for images. (Video overview here:    • Bannersnack Overview and Brief Tutorial | ...   )

CLAIM AND UPDATE YOUR SPOTIFY AND APPLE MUSIC PROFILES (   • Christian Music Artist Tips for 2020 | The...  )
There are advantages to having access to your artist profiles. You can customize your profiles, add bio information and pitch to Spotify playlists when you have new music coming out!
http://artists.spotify.com
http://artists.apple.com

MAKE THE BEST INVESTMENTS WITH YOUR MONEY (   • Christian Music Artist Tips for 2020 | The...  )
Anything you invest in, needs to bring a return. This IS a marathon. Not every marketing idea or promotional campaign, radio venture or online ad is going to bring a return or "move the needle" in any shape or fashion. Constantly evaluate whether the return on the investment is worth what the end result is.

MAKING YOUR MUSIC AVAILABLE TO RADIO (   • Christian Music Artist Tips for 2020 | The...  )
To be or not to be .. in radio? Radio has changed in the past 20 years, understand what it is and what it can or can't do for you. It's great to be played on radio, but be cautious of the expense and know what to really expect in the long run.

RECORDING NEW MUSIC (   • Christian Music Artist Tips for 2020 | The...  )
What has changed about recording music? Many genres of music have long since been creating music without the traditional tracking session, or the expense of it. With social media and streaming platforms in mind, your recording schedule may need to change and the cost associated with it.

RECORD LABEL or MANAGEMENT or PARTNERSHIPS?
Do you need it? Is it time to partner with someone? Are there things you cannot do, or do not want to do. Are there relationships and connections you don't have that a partnership may bring? All good questions and the answers vary by individual needs.

DISTRIBUTION UPDATE
Do you stay independent? Or do you partner with someone? Count the costs. Can you benefit more by partnering with someone who does digital distribution such a label or media management makes a percentage, or is it better to stay independent and possibly pay annual fees to keep your music up on platforms?
Digital distributor links for Independent Artists:
http://DistroKid.com
http://TuneCore.com
http://CDBaby.com
http://Songtdr.com
https://vydia.com

BOOKINGS, MERCHANDISE ...and BENEFACTORS (   • Christian Music Artist Tips for 2020 | The...  )
Steve Hess did it, from the ground up. This is what we mean when we're talking about listening to advice from someone, did they actually do what they're talking about? Watch him talk about how he booked dates and built a tour schedule:
   • Music Business Tips | "How To Book Dates" ...  
Merch is another tool to make revenue, but focus on merch that sales, not necessarily merch that reflects your brand or band. Great quotes or phrases most often out-sell branded merch.
Consider having Sponsor or Support placements on your social media sites and website for those that want to support what you do.

PLATFORMS (   • Christian Music Artist Tips for 2020 | The...  )
Platforms are tools. Build them! You can cross-collaborate with others if you have a platform with a good following.

YOU CAN NOT MANUFACTURE CONNECTION AND PERFORMANCE
Watch Steve Hess talk about improving live performance:
   • How To Improve Your Live Performance | Per...  

SUBTOPIC and FINAL COMMENT
Plan your new music with digital single releases in mind. Plan on how you can feed your digital music platforms every 2 months and build your monthly listenership.

COMMENTS or SUGGESTIONS?
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