Resource Library

Welcome to our Resource Library - a collection of practical advice, tools and guides for artists navigating the music industry. From recording and releasing to touring, marketing, funding and running your music business - find what you need and get into it. Use the filters and search below to get started.

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Royalties Explained

How music royalties work & how to collect them

Turning Artist Data into Strategy

Using streaming and social data to plan releases and tours

Alternative Ways of Touring

How to create unique touring opportunities as an artist

Live Show Checklist

Coordinate venues, crew, marketing and ticketing so nothing gets missed

Release Plan Template

Plan, record and promote your music release

Creative Goals Template

Set goals, find your audience and build your music career

Music Industry Legal Pack

Fact sheets and checklists that explain some of the common agreements you might need to enter into as a music professional.

Tour Plan and Itinerary Template

A template to help you plan your tour

How To Build a Tour Budget

A template to help you budget your tour

Building a Merchandise Inventory for Your Tour

A simple template to track and manage your merch

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