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Americana Music Association - The Americana Music Association® is a professional trade organization whose mission is to advocate for the authentic voice of American Roots Music around the world. Our membership supports our efforts to enhance awareness of the Americana community, with the ultimate goal of connecting artists to an audience. If you’re a professional musician or work in the Americana genre, you’re eligible to become a member. Membership benefits include voting for the Americana Honors & Awards and Board of Directors, access to our Member Directory, a discounted rate for AMERICANAFEST®, invitations to member-exclusive events and more. Learn more and join here.  

 

Americana Rhythm Magazine - Americana Rhythm Magazine (www.AmericanaRhythm.com) bridges the genre's with it's broad Americana themed Indie/Roots/Bluegrass/Folk coverage - offering print and digital coverage to fans and musicians. Founded in 2005, their loyal reader base of over 15,000 reaches regional, national, and international music lovers. Their Integrated Music Media package (www.IntegratedMusicMedia.com) is a fantastic and affordable way for artists to reach our niche' specific audience in a multifaceted approach that highlights not just their music, but also the stories behind the music.

 

APRA AMCOS - APRA AMCOS is a key business partner to Australasian music creators. We represent over 95,000 members who are songwriters, composers and music publishers. We license organizations to play, perform, copy or record our members’ music, and we distribute the royalties to our members. As a world-leading organization invested in the future of music, APRA AMCOS enables music creators and customers to maximise the value music brings to business and life. We achieve this through a simple and effective licensing framework, and providing holistic industry support – from education, to live music, export, creators’ rights advocacy and recognition through our high profile awards and events program.

 

ArtistPR - Voted Top 10 Music Public Relations Firms.  “… a top music PR firm that is based in Hollywood, CA. They have a dedicated team of professionals that have the unique insight needed to develop successful PR campaigns for the music and entertainment sectors…” As featured on ABC, NBC, FOX NEWS, CBS, The CW, and more. Get your music HEARD. Promote your music to thousands in the industry.  Get access to insider tools, resources, and industry contacts. Get more fans, get featured, get connected, get more sales. Connecting you to the best strategies to market your music. Submit your music now.   

 

Bands For Hire - Bands For Hire are a live music agency offering a wide range of cover bands, function bands and musicians across the UK and abroad. Our roster includes only the highest quality acts covering a range of genres to include pop, indie, rock, jazz, classical and more. With over 3000 events booked each year we cater for the private and corporate market with notable clients that include Google, Adobe, Amazon and many more. 

 

Ear To The Ground -  

EarToTheGround Music is a blog that features emerging artists in the Folk, Americana, and Indie Rock genres primarily.  Founded in 2011, our goal continues to be to help fans find great new music and to help artists find great new fans.  As a part of our partnership with Unsigned Only, we will be providing artist interviews to the winners in the Folk/Singer-Songwriter and Americana categories.
 

 

Eventric - Eventric software is designed specifically for professionals who make their living on the road. Our applications and online services are constantly refined based on real-world experience and user feedback. Our users are out on the road right now, making live events happen. Join the top professionals in the music and touring industry and give Master Tour or Live Access Ticketing a try today for a 30-day free trial.  

 

Florida Songwriters Association - Florida Songwriters Association is dedicated to motivating and educating both aspiring and professional songwriters throughout the State of Florida and beyond. Their team consists of talented songwriters from every genre of music and range from novice amateurs to established professionals in the industry. Together, they work with writers who are committed to protecting the rights and the future of the songwriting profession. Members have access to one-on-one mentoring sessions with industry professionals, free sync licensing pitches and publishing opportunities, free song evaluations, and exclusive access to educational materials focused on the songwriting industry.

 

GMR - Operating with a commitment to support independent musicians, GMR facilitates connections between undiscovered artists and music blogs to secure critical press coverage for those in the industry who often need it most - and are many times unable to find it. We're dedicated to helping create opportunities for emerging and unrecognized talent in the music industry. Explore our range of services and how we’re helping indie artists get the coverage they deserve here

 

Incorporated Society Of Musicians - The ISM has a diverse membership of over 8,200 professional musicians in the UK and Ireland, including students, performers, songwriters, producers and music technicians. We support, advise and represent our members with a range of services including legal advice and representation, public liability and legal expenses insurance cover, promotional opportunities, careers guidance, discounted musical instrument and equipment insurance and much more. To join the ISM from £15 a year, visit our website, call our membership team on +44 20 7221 3499 or email membership@ism.org.

 

IndiePulse Music Magazine - IndiePulse Music Magazine, supporting and Spotlighting the best of the worlds Independent Music Artists in our Online Publication, we have Indie Artist News and Resources from around the globe.  IndiePulse Music Magazine can be read and translates into any one of over 110 different languages, with Multi-Media Rich Content, Videos, and Music Streams, there is something for everyone that loves and follows today's Music Scene. IndiePulse Music Magazine, The Best Music You Have Yet To Hear. 

 

Jazz Monthly - JazzMonthly.com is an online publication of interviews, new releases, reviews, news and entertainment covering all genres of Jazz and Blues. Our “Features" provide an insight into the experiences, efforts and opportunities of Artists and their rise to recognition in the field of Jazz/Blues. Also featured, are industry professionals that have made major contributions in shaping and re-shaping the music world as we see it today. Free membership. Upload your new or current music release today.

 

Love Music Love Life - Promoting and supporting musicians globally, Love Music; Love Life is a music blog based in Edinburgh, Scotland. Providing a platform for artists to share their music with the world, Love Music; Love Life delves into the stories behind the songs. 

 

MacPhail Center For Music - MacPhail Center for Music is committed to sharing their expertise in all they do — from their distinctive individual and shared musical learning experiences and outstanding faculty to their iconic building and performance halls, developing creative and inspired lifelong music learners is their passion. Develop your talent and skills with music educators that are talented, innovative, and well-trained in best practices for today’s techniques and technologies. Individual lessons are available on 35 instruments and in voice, composition, film scoring, electronic music, and the recording arts. MacPhail offers lessons online or in-person at one of our five locations.

 

Merch Cat - Merch Cat is a one stop solution to merch sales and inventory management. Designed for the live performing artist, the app enables users to turn their stagefront into a successful storefront. Merch Cat was designed with a sleek look and intuitive user experience that would appeal to artists. The app offers ways to organize inventory, execute payments, and get real-time analytical reports, all with musician friendly pricing. With Merch Cat, artists can spend more time on their music and less on spreadsheets.  Merch better with Merch Cat! 

 

MixButton - MixButton is an online mixing and mastering service who works with artists from all over the world ensuring they can achieve the professional sound quality for their music they are proud of releasing. They listen and communicate with you to make sure they know your musical direction and your desired sound as an artist before beginning work on the mixing and mastering process. The initial mixing stage brings together the individual instruments of your arrangement resulting in a flawless mix. You then have the option of making any changes before moving to the mastering stage which prepares the fine details of the audio ready for your big release.

 

Mojave Audio - Since the mid 1990s, David Royer’s custom Mojave microphones have been used on a number of well-known recordings and have achieved legendary status among a small circle of high-end engineers.

 

Music Gorilla - MusicGorilla is a leading commercial marketplace for independent musicians and their work. We combine our passion for music, commitment to the independent movement and deep roots in the entertainment industry to help hundreds of artists get their songs heard and licensed by labels, music publishers and players in the television, film, advertising and Web/gaming industries. Unlike other licensing marketplace sites, MG doesn't take any part of your deal. Artists take advantage of unlimited free submissions for music and songwriting placement opportunities, and receive the opportunity to play live in our frequent major label showcases and get feedback on their performances.

 

Music Talks - Music Talks is a worldwide independent music blog site based in Australia, which features artists who write their own story about what inspires them, their ideas and stories.  Music Talks also has music reviews, teen talks which showcases the talent from under 21, new music, music tips, video of the week, opportunities, courses and services on offer to help independent artists to provide a more professional approach to their content.  MT has a great community spirit and is active across the major social media platforms in helping to promote the indie music.

 

MusicianFinder.com - Designed by musicians, for musicians, MusicianFinder.com was created with one goal: make it easy for musicians to find other musicians for their bands, recording projects, casual jams, and more. Create a FREE profile and our advanced search capabilities will help you find the right kinds of musicians for your project—or connect you to theirs. Producers & engineers can also create profiles, making it easy for musicians to find them, too! Brought to you by MusicPlayers.com, the premiere online magazine for serious musicians. Register today—FOR FREE—and prepare to Get Your Jam On!

 

Nashville Music Guide - Nashville Music Guide has been publicizing writers, musicians, and artists to music row and beyond since 1995. Follow Nashville Music Guide for the latest news on the Nashville Music Scene. 

 

NOMAD - Nomad is and always will be a company that prioritizes design and quality over everything else. One of the most important aspects to them when designing new products is that they use the highest quality and longest-lasting materials available. They design all of their concepts from the ground up, rather than white labeling existing products. From the Horween Leather they use for their cases and Apple Watch straps, to the rugged Kevlar construction of their cables, they choose materials that withstand the test of time. It costs more to do so, but the cost isn't as important as the value that doing so creates. They hope you enjoy their products as much as they enjoyed creating them.

 

Pause & Play - You've just recorded an album; now tell the world about it. That's where Pause & Play comes in. Since 1997, P&P has been the definitive place for music fans to find out when a new album is coming out. Also stay up on the latest reissues and music-related DVD/Blu-rays and books. Elton John says he uses Pauseandplay.com to keep track of new music, and Entertainment Weekly has included it on its list of "The 100 Greatest Web Sites" (one of only 17 music sites to be selected).  So, that album you've just recorded...get it listed at Pauseandplay.com!

 

Radio Airplay - Start building a bigger fan base on internet radio. Try Radio Airplay's fast and easy way to connect your music with more listeners and fans. RadioAirplay.com plays your music to a very large and real audience on internet radio sites like Jango.com, and you get to decide exactly who hears it.  You select the artists with similar styles -- names like Jay-Z, Coldplay, Lady Antebellum and thousands of others -- to be played in radio stations along with your music.  Millions of internet radio listeners are waiting to hear your music. What are you waiting for? Sign up free today and receive 100 bonus plays!

 

SAMRO - SAMRO is a leading Southern African copyright administration organisation that deals primarily with the administration of Performing Rights. Established in 1961, SAMRO represents more than 15 000 music authors, composers, and publishers in South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland. SAMRO works to ensure that music authors, composers, and publishers are rewarded whenever, and wherever their musical works are played and performed. SAMRO also provides South African, Lesotho and Swaziland music consumers with access to the world's musical repertoire, through its membership of CISAC, as well as reciprocal agreements with CMOs worldwide.

 

SOCAN - SOCAN is a member-based and governed organization that represents the Canadian performing rights of more than three-million Canadian and international music creators and publishers. SOCAN is proud to play a leading role in supporting the long-term success of its more than 120,000 Canadian members, and the Canadian music industry overall. SOCAN licenses more than 125,000 businesses in Canada, and distributes royalties to its members and music rights organizations around the world. SOCAN also distributes royalties to its members for the use of their music internationally in collaboration with its peer societies. www.socan.ca

 

SONG ANGEL - When you share your music with anyone, there are three things you want to know: Did they OPEN it? LISTEN to it? LIKE it? They have over 20 notification types that tell you INSTANTLY when someone opens your email, listens to your song, likes your artwork, lyrics, video and a bunch of other things. With in-app messaging, people can contact you instantly, so if that radio station wants an interview, or a promoter wants to book you for a gig, they can do it right there! No more waiting and wondering! It’s time to change the way your music moves!

 

Songbay - Songbay is a unique marketplace for the sale of original Music and Lyrics. They bring Buyers and Sellers together. Every day original Songs and Lyrics are traded at Songbay-from licensing deals to entire copyright purchases. Every day users collaborate on songwriting projects arranged through Songbay. It's a great place to make contacts and network. Songwriters, Lyricists, Producers and Music Industry professionals are talking to each other at Songbay. They also offer a comprehensive Copyright registration service to all their artists. Go and say 'Hi' and Join free today at: Songbay

 

Songwriters Association of Canada - Songwriters Association of Canada - The Songwriters Association of Canada (S.A.C.) provides a wealth of resources, services and networking opportunities to help songwriters develop their craft and expand their impact.  Members can take advantage of "The Song Vault," a song registration service, as well as, Song Assessments by industry pros, 1-on-1 Mentoring opportunities, Regional Writers Groups, Bluebird North showcases, and webinar presentations that happen online and across the country.  In addition, the S.A.C. plays an active role in advocating for the rights of songwriters.  Make an investment towards the development of your craft and career as a songwriter, visit www.songwriters.ca - we look forward to hearing your songs!

 

StarNow - Kick-start your music career with StarNow! StarNow is the world’s leading auditions and jobs website for musicians. As a member, you can apply to auditions and jobs on the site, be scouted in the Talent Directory, and work with some of the biggest names in the industry. Join at www.starnow.com and get discovered today!

 

The Ark of Music - A platform dedicated to the promotion of independent and small label musicians, The Ark of Music has been curating and reviewing undiscovered music since 2014. Today, under the leadership of indie-folk musician Jess Chizuk, The Ark is known for its comprehensive reviews of remarkable yet largely unknown music and continues to work relentlessly to shine a spotlight on authentic musical talents. The Ark of Music invites you to join in this extraordinary journey of musical discovery at www.thearkofmusic.com.

 

The Daily Listening - The Daily Listening is a no-nonsense music site dedicated to cultivating a community of music enthusiasts. Since 2015, their main mission has been positivity. TDL aims to lift artists up while propelling them forward out of obscurity. With a strong desire to bring back those heartfelt conversations about music that have been drowned out with talks of chart success and industry minutiae, The Daily Listening is becoming a force within the industry, featuring tastemakers based in the US, UK, Mexico & more. For TDL, music is not about the scene but about what is heard. Listen. Love. Share. Repeat.

 

The Indie Bible - The publishers of the Indie Bible empower independent musicians to take their career to new heights! The Ultimate Indie Bundle is your one-stop-shop for music industry success. With over 20 years of proven results, this comprehensive resource provides access to thousands of industry professionals, and the tools for getting more reviews, airplay, and gigs. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your career to the next level.

 

The School of Creative and Performing Arts - The School of Creative and Performing Arts (SOCAPA) is one of the premier visual and performing arts summer camps for teens ages 13 to 19 in the world, with campuses in New York and Los Angeles. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced young songwriters attend 1 to 3-week programs that bring together teens from across the country and around the world as they learn to write, arrange, and record original music and enjoy the best of summer fun. Programs are also offered in filmmaking, photography, acting, and dance, with campuses in New York and Los Angeles. Learn more at www.socapa.org!

 

The Static Dive - The Static Dive is a music blog featuring artists of all genres from around the globe. The site is owned and authored by former Billboard magazine columnist, Bob Smith. Bob has worked in the industry for 25 years as a musician, songwriter, producer and writer. He has written newspaper columns and hosted TV and radio shows. In the early 2000’s Bob was a founding partner of the revolutionary, Hitpredictor.com. There he worked directly with the heads of every major record label. Now at StaticDive.com he puts his musical, technical, writing and industry knowledge to work for independent musicians.

 

Underground Press - Underground Press is South Africa's largest online music news, events and lifestyle magazine. Providing South Africa with music's breaking news, events, reviews and interviews across the country.Over the years our business model has changed, from still being able to provide you with the best in local and international news. Our aim is to Help Artists Reach New Heights in their search in improving their careers as musicians.We provide various services to the industry, such as, Press Releases, Promotion, Publicity with our partners and Advertising services that comes with a whole bunch of extras. 

 

Unheard Gems - Founded by Hannah Schneider, Unheard Gems is a platform for new and emerging musicians to share their voices and their stories. Hannah's fresh perspective into the music industry provides music listeners and artists alike new questions and information that you might not be able to find anywhere else. Unheard Gems is dedicated to finding the best new artists and music that the rest of the world needs to hear. Unheard Gems will bring you articles on musicians, music reviews, custom music playlists, and exclusive artist interviews with musicians you either love already or want to know.

 

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