Guides
Learn the business
Short, plain-language guides for the people on both sides of a deal.
- Brands & events
How brands find and work with independent artists
A practical guide for brands and event organizers: where to find independent artists, what to ask for, how to price a deal and how to keep the money safe.
- Artists
How artists land brand deals without a manager
How independent artists get paid brand work: building a profile brands trust, choosing deals that fit, agreeing terms in writing and protecting your music.
- Brands & artists
Music licensing for brands, explained simply
What a brand needs to use an artist's music: recording versus song rights, why written approval matters and what to put in the agreement.