10 Ways To Support Independent Music in 2024

🎶 10 Ways to Support Independent Music in 2024 🎶
In a world where independent artists often face overwhelming challenges, your support can make a HUGE difference. In this video, I break down 10 actionable ways you can uplift and empower independent musicians in 2024.
Whether it’s streaming their songs, attending a live show, or simply leaving a positive review, these small actions have a big impact on their ability to keep creating and thriving.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
1️⃣ Streaming Music Regularly: Why every play matters and how you can help artists grow their visibility.
2️⃣ Following on Streaming Platforms: How hitting “Follow” boosts credibility and playlist opportunities.
3️⃣ Engaging on Social Media: Likes, comments, and shares are more powerful than you think.
4️⃣ Purchasing Music or Merch: A direct way to support independent artists financially.
5️⃣ Sharing with Your Network: Why word-of-mouth is still king.
6️⃣ Attending Live Shows: Support artists where they shine the brightest-on stage.
7️⃣ Supporting on Crowdfunding Platforms: How Patreon, Kickstarter, and others enable creative freedom.
8️⃣ Requesting Their Music: Why asking for their songs on radio or playlists can elevate their reach.
9️⃣ Leaving Positive Reviews: The power of social proof in attracting new listeners.
🔟 Subscribing to Newsletters: A direct connection with artists, free from the algorithms.
Let’s work together to keep the creative world vibrant and thriving! Which of these steps will YOU take today to support your favorite independent musician? Let me know in the comments below!
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[@lucgreen9314]

I've been following you on Soundcloud and Ytube for a long time now, and I love your production - it's really brilliant! I agree, people need creative artists like you to get away from formatted music. And to reach a higher state of consciousness, of spirituality, freedome and only independent artists can, I think, bring that about through their creativity.

[@SimonShackletonMusic]

Thanks so much my friend - I appreciate the considered comment, and agree that out creative artists need more reach into people's listening habits. I don't like seeing how utterly sanitised so much music's become.

[@lucgreen9314]

Thank you also at you m'y Friend, sorry if my english is not perfect. But non matter, thé more important things its that the people moov and are active for that need and love. Have good inspiration ✨

[@geft]

Thanks for the tips! I want to support you and other independent artists so it is good to know what actually helps.

[@SimonShackletonMusic]

Thank you! 🙏 I wish there were more people like you my friend.