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1. Music Business After Dark Ep. 6: The Consolidation of the Music Business (Why Should I Care?) - **Guest post by Jeff Lysyczyn, music industry veteran, educator, and creator of Music Business After Dark.

"Episode 6 of Music Business After Dark, a series of informative vlogs by music industry veteran and educator Jeff Lysyczyn." Watch the video HERE.

2. Get Early Access to a New IOTM Solution - How to Build a Fanbase When You Can''t Tour

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3. New Homepage Feature - Kimia Penton, international touring singer-songwriter and violinist based in Irving, Texas

"It was my first tour in the US and I had 11 dates lined up! Several venues have invited me to play again and I''ll be returning to a few of them this month. I''ll be planning a larger tour in the fall and will definitely rely on IOTM to get that going. Great experience!" Read more about Kimia HERE.

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1. Don't do it alone: Live music event roles - **Guest post by Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan of MakingMoneyWithMusic.com. Originally featured in the Disc Makers Blog. Reprinted with permission.

"...there's a lot to managing a music career if you intend to make money with your music. Fortunately, do-it-yourself doesn't mean do-it-alone. Plugging in and outsourcing to music services that handle different aspects of the industry is one way to get the help or expertise you may be lacking. In this post, we'll tackle roles and services associated with live music events." Read more HERE.

2. New Homepage Feature - Devyn Rose, NYC Pop, R&B, & Hip Hop

"In this industry, you rarely get what you pay for, but if you use IOTM''s services, you get more than what you''ve paid for because it lasts long after the service is completed, trust me!...we have been able to book several gigs, and to this day, we are still getting offers!" Read more about Devyn Rose HERE.

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1. 20 Tips for a Successful Tour as an Independent Artist (Part 2) - **Guest post written by Hudson Moore, originally posted on DigitalTourBus.com.

"I've been a touring independent artist for 10 years. I've booked, advanced, produced, and promoted almost every headline show I've ever played. I still have a long way to go, but I've been fortunate to play some amazing shows to fans across the US and over the years I've picked up a few tried and true tips and strategies that have helped me that will hopefully add value to you as well. So without further ado..." Read more HERE.

2. From the Archives, the BEST of 2019...

Music Business After Dark Ep 1: Why is it So Hard to Get a Good Manager? - **Guest post by Jeff Lysyczyn, music industry veteran, educator, and creator of Music Business After Dark.

"The first episode of Music Business After Dark, a series of informative vlogs by music industry veteran and educator Jeff Lysyczyn." Watch the video HERE.

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1. 7 Holiday Music Promotion Tips - **Guest post written by Cyber PR, originally featured on the Cyber PR Blog.

"It is that time of year again...As an artist, there is no better time than the HOLIDAZE to work on building engagement and connections with your fans...you will find 7 tactics to first activate your fan base around holiday music promotion and ultimately build engagement, generate sales, or both." Read more HERE.

2. New Homepage Feature - Mark Cross, CEO No Shame Records

"No Shame Records struggled to book our artist until we began working with Indie on the Move. [They] have done an outstanding job helping us to open doors we didn't even know existed. I will always carry this company in my bag and heavily recommend them to anyone trying to book a tour. Their professionalism is completely first class." Read more about Mark Cross HERE.

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1. Use What You Already Have to Create Great Music - **Guest post written by Scott Aumann, originally featured on The Legit Musician blog.

"Let's face it, we all want to have a professional studio in our backyard filled with all the best gear. This is not possible for even the most successful musicians out there. For the indie musician, this dream is even farther off than we can imagine. That shouldn't stop you from creating music, however. You need to think of ways to use the stuff you already have around you to create the music you love." Read more HERE.

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5 Actionable Tips To Boost Your Social Media Following - **Guest post written by Charles Berthoud, originally featured on the iStudios Blog.

"There are basic pre-requisites to building a large following - posting engaging content, posting regularly, using appropriate hashtags - which we basically all know and understand. So I''m going to skip to 5 quick, easily-implemented tips that will boost your social to levels you would never have expected, if you carry them out on a daily basis." Read more HERE.

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In going through hundreds of survey responses, we found the biggest struggle for IOTM members was building a fanbase. Right now we're in the middle of a pandemic and as a result, touring isn't really an option. Obviously we need to move to an online strategy.

So, how do you build a fanbase online now that translates into real fans that will come see you live when you can tour again?

We've spent the last few months putting together a unique solution that helps independent artists solve this problem.

We're excited to announce more details later this month! Just reply to this email to be put on the waitlist.

1. Spotify CEO demands NEVER-ENDING WORK?? ...Are we SLAVES? | Words of Fang #30 - **Guest post by Fang from Lords of the Trident, the most METAL band on earth!

"Daniel Ek, the CEO of Spotify, has been in hot water after stating that musicians "can't record music once every three to four years and think that's going to be enough". Is he right? Are we just slaves to never-ending work?" Watch the video HERE.

2. From the Archives, the BEST of 2019...

Ways to Impress Music Journalists With Your Promo Photo - **Guest post written by Mark Smith, owner of Musical Instru.

"Let's face it - a promo photo is an extremely powerful part of music, with its ability to catch the attention of fans, bookers, music journalists, and the industry in general. However, while the capabilities of a promo photo can't be overstated, it all depends on the amount of care you exert into its production. To be honest, your promo photo is just as capable of effectively telling your story as your music, but that's only if you get it right..." Read more HERE.

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1. Why Visual Branding Is Important - **Guest post by David Figueroa of Avoid Cliche, a musical artist branding company.

"You''ve made your music, but you need to decide how you want to present yourself to the world. Even if you''re making music just for fun, it''s always good to give people an extra layer of the artistic story, so people remember you. Here I''ll explain why visual branding is vital and even get into some fun psychology. Buckle up..." Read more HERE.

2. From the Archives, the BEST of 2019...

The Musicpreneur Mindset - **Guest post written by Carlos Castillo of Schwilly Family Musicians - music marketing strategist, web designer, live performance recordist, international road-tripper, lap steel player, and Captain of the Schwilly Family.

"...before "Time Management", "Business Planning", "Email", "Social Media", "Content Planning", "Making Money", "Crowdfunding", or any of that other stuff that you need to understand but can easily get overwhelmed by...You need to do a Vulcan Mind Meld between your mindset as a "Musician" and your mindset as an "Entrepreneur". That's how you can arm yourself with a set of key values..." Read more HERE.

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1. 4 Free Tools to Keep Your Band Organized and on the Ball - **Guest post written by Adam Mezzatesta of Bands For Hire.

"Whatever your current situation, at some point in the future you might find the day to day running of your band will start to take its toll. Whether you're an independent musician, touring band or function band, life can get busy, so it's a good idea to get things in order right now...Check out these awesome free tools and get one step closer to organizational heaven." Read more HERE.

2. New Homepage Feature - One Man Funk Band, a solo looping artist out of Denver

"I was able to, with the help of this site ALONE, book a solid tour across 7 states with paying gigs that covered gas, hotel stays, food, and other expenses...For any artist wishing to book gigs locally or nationally, whether you are a solo artist like myself, or a 10 piece band, IOTM is an invaluable resource that should not be overlooked." Read more about One Man Funk Band HERE.

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We''re excited, so just wanted to touch base one last time to be sure you saw this.

We have found that the biggest struggle for IOTM members was building a fanbase. Being in the middle of a pandemic, how do you build a fanbase online now that translates into real fans that will come see you live when you can tour again?

We've spent the last few months putting together a unique solution that helps to solve this problem.

More details will be coming very soon! Enter your email HERE to get early access. If you already requested to be added to the waitlist, no action is necessary.

1. 5 Reasons to Have a Website for Your Music - **Guest post written by Dre Dimura of Bandzoogle.

"With so many methods of promoting your music online these days, the importance of having a dedicated website can often be overlooked. Websites are still one of the best tools to drive fan engagement, curate your web presence, and manage the rest of your socials from a branded homebase. Here are five reasons to have a website for your band or solo musical effort..." Read more HERE.

2. New Homepage Feature - Steve Hofstetter, Studio City, CA

"As a stand-up comedian, a DIY tour is extremely tough to put together. Indie On the Move makes it way easier to find venues - I''ve been leaning on them for years, and have recommended them to countless other comics." Read more about Steve HERE.

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1. NIVA's Statement On The Passage Of The Save Our Stages Act - **Guest post by CelebrityAccess Staff Writers. Originally featured on CelebrityAccess.com. Reprinted with permission.

"T?he Save Our Stages Act...just passed as part of the COVID-19 Relief Bill. The Save Our Stages Act will provide financial assistance to independent venues and promoters that have been devastated by the pandemic's shutdown. The Save Our Stages Act will enable these locally owned businesses to hold on until it is safe to gather, reopen fully, and once again return to serve as economic engines for their communities." Read more HERE.

2. New Homepage Feature - Ian Kashani, singer-songwriter, author and visual artist currently living in Portland, Oregon.

"I immediately started receiving responses in a volume I had not encountered before when booking tours on my own...Awesome service, really had a great experience with the Do It Together campaign." Read more about Ian Kashani HERE.

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