Indie Music Careers Archives

Discover Your New Favorite Artists: How Disctopia’s Curated Playlists Are Changing the Way We Listen to Music

Music streaming services have made it easier to discover new music, but with so many options, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. That’s where Disctopia’s curated playlists come in. Disctopia’s playlists are curated by music experts and tailored to individual user preferences, making it easier for music lovers to discover their […]

How Disctopia is Empowering Indie Artists to Take Control of Their Music Careers

As an indie artist, breaking into the music industry and gaining the exposure and recognition you need to build a successful career can be challenging. Traditional music industry gatekeepers often control access to distribution channels, marketing and promotion opportunities, and other essential resources, leaving many talented indie artists struggling to make a name for themselves. […]

The Business of Music: How to Become a Successful Indie Artist

No matter what business you’re in, there is usually a formula for success. Although it isn’t always a linear line, there are always key metrics that generate positive outcomes. This calculation has been especially tricky in the business of music, because the industry has evolved drastically, and in a myriad of ways over the past […]

How Many Famous Singers Actually Write Their Own Songs in the Pop World?

At Disctopia, we are passionate about nurturing raw talent and giving a voice to songwriters and creatives. Most of our grassroots artists are involved in their music from the ground up and are more often than not the sole songwriters in their work. Is this also true for artists in mainstream pop culture? How many […]

At-Home Recording On A Budget

We know what it’s like to be a passionate artist. You sacrifice your time, stability, energy and so much else to create. But one thing you shouldn’t have to sacrifice is good sound. Through Disctopia our commitment has always been to empower dedicated artists, podcasters and content creators like you to be their most authentic […]

Why Being an Independent Artist is Better than Signing to a Label

Artists nowadays have a ton of options when it comes to how they approach music. In fact, bedroom pop has become an entirely new movement and music genre which has to lead to more and more artists taking the DIY route when it comes to making music. But the changes don’t end here, as artists […]

The Music Industry And Coronavirus

Many music executives seem to understand that the music industry will take a severe downturn thanks to COVID-19, the global pandemic that has taken the world by storm. After all, some of the most famous music festivals in the world have announced that their plans are on hold, and this means that the music industry is missing out on a lot of money.