"I could record where I wanted, however many songs I wanted, in whatever country, in whatever language, with whatever arranger, and then the bottom line was, if I didn't like any of it, I didn't have to release it. I didn't abuse it. I tried to release even the garbage so that I wouldn't just be recording and not releasing stuff”
— Connie Francis
• Connie Francis, Whose Hit Songs Included ‘Who’s Sorry Now?’ & ‘Pretty Little Baby,’ Dies At 87 from Pollstar News— Connie Francis, the wholesome pop star of the 1950s and ‘60s, a top performer of the pre-Beatles era, rarely out of the charts from 1957-64. Able to appeal to both young people and adults, she had more than a dozen Top 20 hits.
• Writing With the Seasons: Honoring Your Natural Creative Rhythm from SongFancy— Just like nature cycles through the seasons, your creativity has its own rhythm. Here's how to recognize where you are, and nurture your creative seasons.
• Indie Artist's Ultimate Guide to Music Marketing by Ryan Dilello from CD Baby’s DIY on hypebot— Guide to music marketing reveals how independent artists can build lasting fan relationships using a clear strategy and the right tools.
• This issue of the TrueFans AMP™ is a lot about AI... and you.
In partnership with The Music Man UK
Whether you’re a working artist or simply a fan of moments that matter, The Music Man UK reminds us that talent is everywhere— and sometimes, the most moving music happens far from the charts. In a world that needs more beauty, more soul, and more shared humanity, they’re hitting all the right notes.
If you’re looking for a daily dose of joy, soul, and raw musical brilliance from every corner of the globe, The Music Man UK is a must-follow. What started as a humble blog and Facebook page has become one of the most compelling curations of musical discovery anywhere online. From street performers and undiscovered prodigies to viral moments and heartwarming collaborations, The Music Man UK celebrates music not as a product— but as a human experience.
You won’t find pop gossip or celebrity fluff here. What you will find is Artist First storytelling: breathtaking performances in subways, a young girl in Africa covering Queen with soul beyond her years, an elderly busker bringing a tear to passersby, or a small-town kid stunning the world with his voice. Every post is a tribute to the power of music to connect, inspire, and uplift.
We love The Music Man UK because they share our values. They elevate artists. They tell the stories others overlook. And they remind us, every day, why we fell in love with music in the first place. Find them at themusicman.uk or join the millions who follow their page on Facebook. You’ll be glad you did.
... and here's the more...
• 3 Traits That Separate Pro Artists from Amateurs from Disc Makers Indie Music Minute— Why do some artists skyrocket while others stall out—despite working just as hard?In this quick but impactful 5-minute video, Disc Makers CEO Tony van Veen explains the three surprising traits that truly successful artists have in common. Based on decades of experience working with hundreds of thousands of independent musicians,
• Encore: The King of Tears from Malcolm Gladwell’s Revisionist History— Why does country music make you cry, but rock and roll doesn’t? We revisit a musical interpretation of a divided America in this episode from 2017.
• The Thriving Singer Show— Secure your virtual FREE Seat from the ThrivingSinger .com— Level up your Singing Journey with a Dream Team of 21+ Voice Experts. Embrace an Holistic Approach to Singing so that you Sustain Your Voice and Discover Fulfillment in your Music.
• Record Labels Are Running on Empty from Ted Gioia the Honest Broker—
The latest news is ominous. The big labels now have zero faith in new artists and new music. So that only leaves them with one option— buying more old songs from the glory days of their youth.
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