Unfortunately, Indie Artists continue to fall victim to this particular scam. In this episode, Rick will show you how to tell if something is a scam and the research you can do to avoid it.You can watch the video version on Spotify CLICK HERE. ---

Many of us set goals every year. The question is did you hit your goals? In this episode Rick talks about setting realistic goals, and if getting the attention of a label or manager interests you at all, what they look for in new artists and how your goal

As a trailblazing woman in the music industry, Jenny Powers is the founder and CEO of Blue Avenue Music Group - artist management, marketing, and label services provider. Created after experiencing for herself the challenges artists face when navigat

In this episode, Rick talks about why most artists won't make money with their music. www.rickbarker.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/music-industry-blueprint/message

In this episode, Rick speaks with Todd McCarty. Todd has had great success building and monetizing cover songs. You can learn more about Todd here https://bandbuilderacademy.com/RickBarkerMusic/join Follow Todd on IG @bandbuilderacademy --- Send in a v

In this episode, Rick breaks down why the statement "Work Smart NOT Hard" is total BS. To get access to The Free Strategy Session Rick mentioned go to https://rickbarker.com/strategy/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/music-industry-blue

In this episode, Rick talks with Kris Ahrend from The MLC. The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC) is a nonprofit organization designated by the U.S. Copyright Office pursuant to the historic Music Modernization Act of 2018. In January 202

Anything that lasts, takes time to build. Your Music Career is no different. Slow down! To listen to my Free Music Marketing Training go to https://rickbarker.com/vault/marketing-replay/ You will learn what to have in place at Discovery. Pre-Release Strat

With so many changes in the Music Industry, keeping up is almost impossible. Entertainment Attorney Debbie Egel has a solution. Her personality is infectious and her knowledge is undeniable. Plus she has a cool accent. Enjoy... Link for her book is &

This interview is packed with some amazing gems not only on music but on life. You will find those gems in Clinton's new book "How To Win Big in the Music Business. You can grab a free copy by CLICKING HERE or go to www.clintonsparks.com Follow Clinton on