Find out who you are and do it on purpose.
— Dolly Parton
Here are the posts that have appeared in the New Music Lives™ Group on Facebook this week...
• The blueprint trap: Why copy-paste strategies fail from the FanBaseBuilder .com— There is no one-size-fits-all in music marketing. There is a dangerous misalignment between the marketing skills artists are told to master and the actual value those activities generate for their specific careers.
• Bob Weir passed away on January 10, 2026 posted on Facebook— For over sixty years, Bobby took to the road. A guitarist, vocalist, storyteller, and founding member of the Grateful Dead. Bobby will forever be a guiding force whose unique artistry reshaped American music. His work did more than fill rooms with music; it was warm sunlight that filled the soul, building a community, a language, and a feeling of family that generations of fans carry with them.
• If I Were Starting as an Indie Artist in 2026, Here’s What I’d Do from Diskmakers' Indie Music Minute— This video isn’t just for brand-new artists. If you’ve been at this for a while and feel like your music— or your career— could use a reset, a sharper focus, or a new approach going into 2026, this will resonate. Sometimes the best way forward is to strip things back to the fundamentals— and do them better.
• How artists can (finally) get paid in the digital age from TED .com— The traditional ways we've turned art into money (like record sales) have been broken by the internet, leaving musicians, writers and artists wondering how to make a living.
• in partnership with Xposure Music
At Xposure Music, they are deeply entrenched in the digital era and committed to redefining the music landscape. Not just participants but trailblazers in the industry, seizing opportunities that others might overlook. Their approach is selective; collaborating exclusively with artists who inspire us and share our vision of breaking boundaries.
Xposure is robustly backed, both financially and culturally, by titans in the entertainment world, including the ingenious minds behind iconic names like the Black Eyed Peas and Akon, and companies like YouTube, and Hipgnosis. This backing fuels their mission to let artists freely express their creativity while we amplify their reach with strategic financing and unparalleled opportunities.
Xposure's expertise doesn’t end with financial support. They are masters of catalog management, driven by precise and insightful data to ensure every decision enhances the artist’s career trajectory. At Xposure Music, every artist partnership is a testament to their belief in an artist's potential and our commitment to their artistic autonomy.
Based in the cultural mosaic of Montreal, with dynamic imprints in Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, and Miami, Xposure celebrates diversity in all its forms. Their roster spans various genres and encompasses artists at every career stage. They understand that strong relationships form the backbone of great achievements; hence, they prioritize genuine connections over transactions, setting us apart from the industry standard.
Their deals are crafted with flexibility in mind, tailored to meet the unique needs of each artist. With Xposure Music, you’re not just signing a deal; you're joining a far-reaching network eager to elevate your music and career.
Xposure invites you to be part of a community where creativity knows no bounds, relationships are treasured, and every artist is given the spotlight they deserve. Tap this link to learn more: XposureMusic.
... and here's the more...
• Singing Requires A Different Energy from Mike Goodrich— Singing not only takes energy— it is energy. It's vibration. Almost like no other instrument because it's within us. And, like no other instrument, singing is a mirror that reflects back to us the energy we bring to it. What we put in we get back.
• A New Elvis Presley Album Is on the Way 50 Years After the King’s Death from americansongwriter .com— In October 1954, Elvis Presley made his catastrophic debut at the Grand Ole Opry. The singer left the hallowed venue in tears after the Opry manager apparently advised he return to his previous truck-driving job. Fortunately for music fans, he didn’t listen.
• From Buzz to Bond Webinar | Turn Fans Into True Supporters from Ariel Hyatt— Got a Calendar… MARK this DATE! Have you been wondering what actually builds momentum in today’s music landscape (and what to stop wasting energy on)? At our FREE webinar on January 21, we’ll answer that burning question— and much more.
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