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Are you ready for Music PR?

By Disc Makers' Author Andre Calilhanna Just because you’re excited to get the word out about your band, it doesn’t mean you’re ready to embark on a PR push. PR expert Ariel Hyatt gives some straight...

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Musicians who died in 2021

By Disc Makers' Author Andre Calilhanna In addition to all the heartache last year wrought, the list of notable musicians and producers who died in 2021 is extensive, with a host of innovators,...

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Sell your CDs online: Stake a tent at Bandcamp

By Disc Makers' Author Andre Calilhanna Ready to start selling CDs and merch online? Bandcamp offers a customizable solution with the independent musician in mind. CD sales were up industry-wide in...

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Happy 40th Anniversary to the CD!

By Disc Makers' Author Andre Calilhanna The CD turns 40 this year. We’ve got fun facts, personal anecdotes, and an answer to the mystery of “what was the first CD ever made?” Sorta. October 2022 marks...

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What was the first CD ever released?

By Disc Makers' Author Andre Calilhanna There are a few albums vying for the title of “first CD ever released,” and how you phrase the question makes a difference. October 1st marks the 40th...

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Challenge yourself to discover new music

By Disc Makers' Author Andre Calilhanna Actively discovering new music not only helps broaden your musical landscape, it can help you learn something about your friends and bandmates — and yourself. As...

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Live music shows: Performance and preparation tips

By Disc Makers' Author Andre Calilhanna Whether you’re gearing up to perform for the first time, getting back into the swing of things, or a seasoned pro, we’ve got performance and prep tips to help...

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How to take great band photos (in six steps)

By Disc Makers' Author Andre Calilhanna Here are six steps you can take to ensure your band photos tell your story and speak to your persona. We detail them here (and give you some real world...

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How to fail as an indie music artist (in 7 easy steps)

By Disc Makers' Author Andre Calilhanna Music success is fine for some, but if you really want to fail at this whole indie music thing, here’s a sure-fire recipe to achieve that goal. Estimated reading...

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Preparing your audio master for manufacturing

By Disc Makers' Author Andre Calilhanna Adapted from our “Making A Great Master” guide, here are tips for preparing and uploading your audio master when you’re ready to make CDs. Estimated reading...

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