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Musicians: Why Now is the Time to Start Your Mailing List
Why is starting a mailing list crucial for musicians right now?
Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. IV
It's your dose of Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. IV!
Meet Lupe Dragon: The MIC Mag's January Musician of the Month!
Meet North Jersey's Lupe Dragon, The MIC Mag's Musician of the Month!
on the mic youtube series
*Holiday* On The MIC with Lydia Crown performing her Holiday Original "Sweet When It's Good"
Experience holiday magic with this sweet new holiday original by Lydia Crown, "Sweet When It's Good" live On The MIC!
*Holiday* On The MIC with Jake Roggenkamp performing a "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" Cover
Bring on the festive cheer with Jake Roggenkamp's delightful cover of the Christmas classic, "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"!
On The MIC with Jared Knapik: "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" Cyndi Lauper Cover
Jared Knapik gets On The MIC with the anthemic favorite, "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" by Cyndi Lauper
music features
King of Cups Delivers Cynical Holiday Cheer with “Merry Christmas, Don’t Get Me Anything”
Unwrap a dose of cynical holiday cheer with King of Cups' "Merry Christmas, Don’t Get Me Anything"
Cinnamon Rayne’s “Caroline” Delivers Haunting Storytelling with Cinematic Soundscapes
Experience the haunting storytelling and cinematic soundscapes of Cinnamon Rayne's latest single "Caroline."
"SAVE A HORSE, BREAK A HEART": Tiger La Flor Delivers a Playful New Pop-Country Hit
Experience the playful rebellion of Tiger La Flor's new pop-country hit, "SAVE A HORSE, BREAK A HEART," a refreshing twist on the genre.
interviews
Five Fast Facts with Christine Bauer: Self-Taught Songwriter Talks "Crying At Night" and Her Nashville Journey
Check out our conversation with Christine Bauer for our latest Five Fast Facts on her release, "Crying At Night" and Nashville journey.
Five Fast Facts with Pan Arcadia: From Brooklyn Cellars to Indie Rock and Their Latest Single, "Dynamics"
Learn all about Pan Arcadia's journey from Brooklyn cellars to indie rock and their latest single, "Dynamics" in our latest Five Fast Facts!
Five Fast Facts with Justin Meyer: Behind the Scenes of His Latest Release, "talking 'bout us"
Get the inside scoop with Justin Meyer talking 'bout us and his latest release.
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Musicians: Why Now is the Time to Start Your Mailing List
Why is starting a mailing list crucial for musicians right now?
Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. IV
It's your dose of Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. IV!
And That's a Wrap! The MIC Music Group's 2024 Year in Review
Take a walk down memory lane with us for The MIC Music Group 2024's Year in Review!
live! Events
How To Release a Song in 2024: Rollout & Checklist - MASTERCLASS By The MIC MG & The Vault on July 16th!
This event is The MIC MG's first-ever masterclass, and we're so excited! We hope you can join us on July 16th at 6 p.m. in Boonton, NJ!
All You Need to Know: Michael Angelus' Stone Pony Performance January 28th, 2024!
Experience the magic of Michael Angelus at the legendary Stone Pony on January 28th, 2024!
Two Scorpios, One Birthday Bash: Tim Carbone and Bobby Syvarth's Thursday Night Special at Krogh's
Tim Carbone of Railroad Earth and Bobby Syvarth Celebrated both of their birthdays Thursday Night at Krogh's Restaurant and Brew Pub in...
playlists
The MIC's Indie Christmas List: New Holiday Spotify Playlist!
Discover the ultimate Indie Christmas List Playlist on Spotify! Jam out to new holiday favorites from independent musicians. Happy Holidays!
NEW Genre Spotify Playlists! Pop, Rock, R&B and more!
In our May Monthly Roundup, we mentioned that we've started new genre playlists. As July kicks off, the playlists continue to grow with...
Sounds That Made The MIC: The MIC's 2022 GOLD
This year, was a big one for The MIC! We celebrated our second year anniversary, we started our very first YouTube series, and we covered...
monthly issues
Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. IV
It's your dose of Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. IV!
Meet Lupe Dragon: The MIC Mag's January Musician of the Month!
Meet North Jersey's Lupe Dragon, The MIC Mag's Musician of the Month!
The MIC Mag's December 2024 Issue!
Discover the latest from The MIC Mag's December 2024 issue! Meet the Musician(s) of the Month, and hear our special Holiday OTM episodes!
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Musicians: Why Now is the Time to Start Your Mailing List
Why is starting a mailing list crucial for musicians right now?
Jan 13
Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. IV
It's your dose of Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. IV!
Dec 27, 2024
And That's a Wrap! The MIC Music Group's 2024 Year in Review
Take a walk down memory lane with us for The MIC Music Group 2024's Year in Review!
Dec 17, 2024
The MIC Mag's 2024 Gift Guide: Top Holiday Picks for Your Favorite Musician
Looking for the perfect holiday gifts for your favorite musician? Check out The MIC Mag's 2024 Gift Guide for our top picks!
Nov 12, 2024
Level Up Your Live Show: Add Visibox 3.0 to Your Pedalboard
Level Up Your Live Show: Add Visibox 3.0 to Your Pedalboard
Aug 22, 2024
How to Utilize the Waterfall Release Strategy for Independent Artists: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to maximize your music release with the waterfall strategy, a step-by-step guide for indie artists!
Aug 8, 2024
Preparing Your Pitch: What Should Be in Your Press Folder as an Indie Artist?
Learn how to prepare a killer Press Pitch & what to include in your Press Folder as an Indie Artist. Streamline your pitch & get noticed.
Jul 22, 2024
Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. III
Check out Volume III of our Monday Motivation from past The MIC Mag Musicians of the Month!
Jul 3, 2024
EPK vs. One Sheet: What's the Difference and Why Do Indie Artists Need Them?
Unsure about the difference between an EPK and a One Sheet? As an indie artist, find out why you need 'em, and what should go in each!
Jun 12, 2024
Independent and Iconic: How to Build Your Artist Brand as an Indie Musician or Band
Unlock the secrets to crafting an iconic independent artist brand, from visual identity to authenticity!
May 23, 2024
WTF?! I'm an Indie Artist and I Just Paid for a Blog Post and I Didn’t Get 10,000 More Fans?!
Hear the brutal truth about paying for blog posts and what their purpose is in your music promo strategy!
Apr 10, 2024
Beat the Algorithm: 6 Top Social Media Content Tips for Independent Artists
From consistency to engagement, learn 6 top content tips to beat the algorithm!
Mar 29, 2024
Women's HERstory Month: Female Trailblazers in the Music Industry
Celebrate Women's History Month and read stories and advice from our favorite female trailblazers in the music industry!⚡️
Mar 28, 2024
Celebrating Women's HERstory Month: Insights and Inspiration from Indie Artists
Celebrate Women's HERstory Month with inspiring insights from female indie artists.
Mar 6, 2024
Independent Artist Bio 101: Crafting Your Story
As an independent artist, crafting your bio is an essential aspect of presenting yourself to the world!Read our top tips on what to include!
Feb 20, 2024
Pitch Perfect: Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Reaching Out to Music Blogs as an Independent Artist or Band
Avoid these top 5 mistakes when pitching to music blogs! Learn how to stand out and make a great impression as an independent artist or band
Jan 18, 2024
The Essential Guide to Your Artist Bio – Why You Need It and How to Use It
Uncover the power of your Artist Bio - It's not just a blurb, it's a game-changer for emerging artists. Learn why you need it and how to use
Jan 15, 2024
Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists
Looking for some Monday Motivation? Get inspired by The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month as they share valuable advice for independent artis
Jan 1, 2024
Introducing The MIC Music Group: Mag & Label Services!
Introducing The MIC Music Group: Mag & Label Services! Rewriting the narrative for indie artists with our range of essential label services!
Dec 20, 2023
Unlocking the Airwaves: 7 Reasons College Radio is a Game-Changer for Independent and Emerging Artists
Here are our seven reasons why college radio is a still an essential tool for independent and emerging artists!
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