The map
Music Resource Categories
Every corner of the independent music business, one category at a time.
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Five ways forward3 resourcesProductionDAWs, plugins and everything you need to make music.1 resourceSongwritingTools and education for writing better songs.1 resourceRecordingInterfaces, mics and vocal recording workflows.1 resourceMixingPlugins, references and mixing education.2 resourcesMasteringGet your song loud, balanced and release ready.1 resourceSamples & SoundsSample libraries, loops and sound packs.3 resourcesDistributionGet your music onto streaming platforms.2 resourcesMarketingPromote your music and reach new listeners.0 resourcesSocial MediaContent creation and short-form growth.2 resourcesEmail MarketingOwn your audience with an email list.1 resourceWebsitesArtist sites, links and landing pages.0 resourcesBrandingPositioning, visuals and artist identity.1 resourceArtworkCover art and visual assets.1 resourceVideoVisualizers, editing and video content.2 resourcesSync LicensingGet placements in film, TV and games.2 resourcesPublishingRegister your works and collect what you earn.0 resourcesRoyaltiesTrack and collect every stream and play.2 resourcesCollaborationFind collaborators and work remotely.0 resourcesEducationCourses, books and structured learning.1 resourceBusinessRun your music like a business.1 resourceFinanceBudgeting, funding and advances.2 resourcesMerchSell physical and digital products.0 resourcesEventsBooking, touring and live shows.1 resourceCommunitiesPlaces to learn, ask and connect.1 resourceAI ToolsAI-assisted creation and workflow tools.