How can I Increase my income?
How An Indie Artist Can Get More Tips (Free)
Increase your income by learning how to get your audience to tip you more at your gigs
Out Of The Box Income Streams (Free)
Get creative to find extra ways to generate money with your music or other talents.
How To Use Your Music To Earn Money Beyond Selling Songs (Free)
There are many ways you can put your music to use! Get creative!
How can I make a living as an artist without touring?
Making Money As A Singer Or Musician Without Touring (Free)
You don’t need to hit the road to generate income as a musician. Here are some ideas.
Where do I make money and what are my expenses?
Sample Indie Artist Income And Expense Flow Chart (Free)
Where most of an indie artist’s income comes from and the expenses that need to be paid from it.
What income do I need to report on my taxes and what write-offs am I entitled to?
‘Taxes – A Sour Note’ with Jim Wilson, CPA (General and Pro Members Only)
A great overview for singers and musicians on doing your taxes, saving money and avoiding getting in trouble with the IRS
How do I know if I am making a profit?
‘Making Money Making Music’ with Vinny Ribas (video) (General and Pro Members Only)
To be successful, you need to know where your money is coming from and what your expenses are
Understanding Basic Band Finances (General and Pro Members Only)
In order to have a profitable music career, it’s important to know some basic financial concepts related to your shows and CD/merchandise sales.
Engagement Budgeting Workbook (Excel) (General and Pro Members Only)
Before you give a price for a gig, use this spreadsheet to determine hom much profit (or loss) you’ll make.
1-Year Budget and Financial Projection Spreadsheet (Pro Members Only)
Spreadsheet for planning the next year from a financial standpoint. Good for raising capiatal as well.
How do I price my act for gigs??
How Much Do I Charge? (General and Pro Members Only)
There is a lot that goes into setting the right price for your performances.
How do I get paid for Internet radio play?
Getting Paid For Internet Play; An Overview Of Sound Exchange’ with John Styll (video) (Pro Members Only)
Any time music is played on an Internet radio station, the artist, the musicians and the owner of the master recording are all due a royalty!
How much will my next recording project cost?
Recording Project Budgeting Spreadsheet (Pro Members Only)
Plan out the costs of your next recording project so you know what it will really cost and if it will make a profit.
How can I get the money to fund my career?
Funding Your Recording Projects Or Your Music Career (Pro Members Only)
Numerous ways to finance your recording project or music career.
Raising Capital From Friends And Family (Pro Members Only)
Raising capital for anything from a recording project to your career to a full recording studio often starts with friends, fans and family.
‘Fan-Funding Your Recording Project’ with Rachel Barnhard and Stephen Simmons (video) (Pro Members Only)
Great online services have made it possible for artists to get their fans all over the world to pre-fund their projects!
‘Raising Capital For Your Music-Related Business’ with Steven Gladstone Esq. (Pro Members Only)
Attorney and business plan developer, Steven Gladstone, shares his experiences of 30+ years of assisting clients, and his own companies, to navigate the in the ins and outs of private investment of creative businesses.
