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Lady Gaga Sets Record With 2.5 Million Attendees For Rio Concert from Pollstar News— Lady Gaga on Saturday night delivered a historic free concert in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Copacabana Beach, with an estimated 2.5 million in attendance...

Bandcamp pricing strategies for artists from thefanbasebuilder .co— Never give away music for free; always at least ask for an email address in return.

To reach most songwriting goals, you need a team… from SongTown— Multi-hit/Grammy nominated songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson share their top strategies on how to build your songwriting team for success. To reach most songwriting goals, you need a team

Why You Feel Like You're Failing at Music (And How to Keep Creating) from Songtive Blog— Feeling stuck in your music journey? Discover why self-doubt is common and learn mindset shifts and strategies to keep your creativity flowing.

• Brag. Brag. Brag. There is simply NOT a higher-end newsletter for Musical Artists in the world! Read it. You'll see...

and there’s more…

in partnership with Ian Temple and Soundfly

Ian Temple is the visionary CEO and Founder of Soundfly, a revolutionary platform dedicated to transforming the way musicians learn and grow. With a deep passion for music and education, Ian has crafted a career that blends creativity with innovation, constantly pushing the boundaries of traditional music education. His background as a musician and educator has fueled his drive to create a more accessible, engaging, and effective learning environment for musicians worldwide.

Ian's journey began with a profound love for music, leading him to perform, compose, and teach. He recognized the limitations of conventional music education and sought to develop a solution that would empower musicians to learn at their own pace and on their own terms. This vision culminated in the founding of Soundfly, where he applies his extensive experience to lead a team of passionate educators, technologists, and musicians. Ian's leadership is characterized by a commitment to innovation, a deep understanding of the musician's journey, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Soundfly is a pioneering online music education platform designed to inspire and empower musicians at all levels. Soundfly offers a unique and engaging approach to learning music, combining high-quality instructional content with personalized mentorship and a supportive community.

Soundfly's courses cover a wide range of topics, from music theory and composition to production and performance. Each course is crafted by experienced musicians and educators, ensuring that learners receive practical, real-world insights and skills. The platform's innovative approach allows users to learn at their own pace, with flexible scheduling and tailored content that meets their individual needs and goals.

At the heart of Soundfly's offerings is its mentorship program, where learners can receive one-on-one guidance from professional musicians. This personalized support helps learners overcome challenges, stay motivated, and achieve their musical aspirations. Additionally, Soundfly fosters a vibrant community of learners and instructors, providing a space for collaboration, feedback, and growth.

Soundfly's mission is to make music education more accessible, enjoyable, and effective. Whether you're a beginner looking to pick up a new instrument or an experienced musician seeking to refine your craft, Soundfly provides the tools, resources, and support needed to succeed. Join the Soundfly community today and take your musical journey to new heights. Tap the link to learn more about Soundfly

... and here's the more...

Alan Garmonsway: A sincere THANK YOU… to everyone who took the time and trouble to vote in this year's International Singer-Songwriters Association 2025 awards. There were over 50,000 votes cast overall! Alan’s a Finalist in the International Album of the Year category and also in the International Musician of the Year Category as well! 

AriAtHome Walks the Streets, Making Beats (and New Friends) a Gift Article from the NYTimes— The one-man band Ari Miller creates music on the fly and invites anyone to hop on the mic. The result has become an online sensation, and a type of community.

MY STORY + SONG OF THE WEEK “One Wonderful Smile” from Johnny J Blair: Singer at Large Music Page... A smile is a mysterious force—hard to define yet universal. People talk about how “a perfect smile” got them through a job interview or defrosted an argument or led to a dream date.

Are we reaching peak fandom? from  midiaresearch .com— With streaming revenue growth slowing to 6.2% in 2024, the recorded music industry’s attention is firmly fixed on superfans as the ‘get out of jail free’ card. Careful...

Spotify Q1 2025 financial results reveal it now has 268m paid subscribers from musically .com— Spotify has published its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, including an update on its listener and subscriber totals.

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