Is it true that in the world of independent music that marketing is considered a sell-out? Well, whether that is a stereotype or completely true, it does not matter because it is not a sell-out, at all! If you are an Indie musician who wants to taking an anti-corporate stance or huge labels in general leave a bad taste in your mouth you can still market in the music industry with out being left with the feeling of selling out. There are other music contacts to be made and other ways of getting your music heard with out going corporate.
The fact is, there are ways to build your fan base and amplify people’s interest your independent music - without selling out. If you are an independent music maker, here are a few ways you can do some marketing without selling out to the music industry.