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Your first release: a practical checklist
From finished mix to live on every platform — without the beginner mistakes that are hard to undo.
6 min readMoney & rightsRoyalties in India, explained simply
Two copyrights live inside every song. Knowing which one you own decides how you get paid.
7 min readCollaborationSplit sheets: avoid fights before they start
A one-page agreement that records who owns what. Sign it the same day you finish the song.
4 min readStaying safeHow to spot exploitative offers
Pay-to-play, “exposure”, rights grabs and fake promoters — the red flags and what to ask instead.
5 min readLiveYour first paid gig: from “yes” to payment
What to confirm, what to carry, and how to ask for your fee without feeling awkward.
5 min readGrowingMarketing basics for independent artists
A simple, free system that works without a big budget — and what our growth-support team can help with.
6 min readCareerBuilding a portfolio career in music
Why most working musicians earn from several streams — and how to start with the ones that pay first.
4 min readFundingFinding funding, grants and support
Where to look, how to write a short application, and how to avoid grant scams.
4 min readThese guides are general information to help you get started — not legal or financial advice. Know something we should add or correct? Tell us.