A Decade of Dedication: Celebrating 10 Years of Making A Scene

Ten years ago, the music world looked very different. Streaming was exploding, major labels were tightening their grip on everything from playlists to payouts, and independent musicians were fighting just to stay heard. It was in this landscape that MakingAScene.org came to life — not as another music blog chasing trends, but as a true resource for indie artists and the fans who believe in them.

Now, after a decade of standing by musicians and building an incredible community, it’s time to celebrate how far we’ve all come — and take a look at what’s still ahead.

How It All Started: Fighting for the Underdogs

Making A Scene was born from a simple idea: give independent artists a real voice. Not just a place to promote a new song or tour, but a place where they could actually learn, grow, and take control of their careers.

From day one, Making A Scene was different. Instead of focusing on gossip or chasing viral clicks, it focused on what musicians actually need — real advice, honest reviews, interviews that went beyond surface-level chatter, and editorials that tackled the real issues facing artists in a changing industry.

It quickly became clear that there was a huge need for this kind of support. Artists were hungry for information they could trust. Fans were looking for new music and real stories, not just whatever was trending that week. And so, Making A Scene became a bridge between those two worlds.

Big Milestones, Bigger Impact

Over the past ten years, Making A Scene has hit some serious milestones:

• Published over 8,500 articles on everything from gear reviews, cd reviews to music business strategies.

• Hosted over 2,000 exclusive interviews with indie artists making waves around the world.

• Built one of the most trusted collections of gear reviews for musicians who want the real deal, not just the sponsored hype.

• Launched the Independent Blues Awards, giving blues and roots artists a space to be recognized and celebrated by the fans — not the corporations.

• Created deep, ongoing series like the Indie Artist Survival Guide and The Real Cost of Streaming, breaking down complicated industry topics into real-world advice artists can actually use.

• Led the conversation on Web3, NFTs, DAOs, and decentralized music platforms, helping artists understand these emerging tools long before they hit the mainstream.

Every article, every interview, every award — it’s all been about the same thing: giving indie artists the knowledge, tools, and community they need to succeed on their own terms.

A True Resource — Not Just for Musicians, But for Fans Too

One of the things that makes Making A Scene special is that it’s not just for musicians. It’s for everyone who loves independent music.

Artists come here for real, practical advice — from how to record a better demo to how to navigate blockchain music platforms. But fans come here too, looking for new sounds, new stories, and a deeper connection to the artists they love.

Through interviews, album spotlights, and coverage of grassroots movements, Making A Scene brings fans closer to the creative process. It shows them the challenges their favorite artists face, and why supporting indie music matters more now than ever.

In a world where everything can feel automated and disposable, Making A Scene keeps the human side of music front and center — where it belongs.

Pioneering the Decentralized Music Revolution

Before most people even knew what NFTs or DAOs were, Making A Scene was already exploring how blockchain and decentralized platforms could change the game for musicians.

The site didn’t just talk about the technology. It broke it down in plain English: what it means, how it works, and how indie artists can actually use it to their advantage. Whether it was explaining how to create a music NFT or showing how smart contracts could finally bring transparency to music deals, Making A Scene led the way in making the decentralized music world accessible and exciting.

The goal was simple: give artists real options beyond streaming pennies and major label contracts. And today, those options are more real — and more necessary — than ever.

Building a Community, Not Just a Website

Over the years, Making A Scene has grown into something way bigger than a publication. It’s a real community. It’s a family.

It’s where indie musicians swap tips and stories. Where fans find their next favorite artist. Where education meets inspiration, and where passion always wins out over corporate algorithms.

Making A Scene has always been about creating a space where the indie spirit thrives — not because it’s trendy, but because it’s real. Because real music deserves real support.

What’s Next for Making A Scene

As we move into the next decade, the mission hasn’t changed — it’s only gotten bigger.

There are plans for more multimedia content (think podcasts, live panels, and video interviews), virtual indie music summits, educational courses for indie artists, and even blockchain-native music projects that push the limits of what an artist-driven future can look like.

No matter what’s coming, one thing’s for sure: Making A Scene will keep standing with independent musicians and the fans who lift them up.

Because the future of music isn’t going to be dictated by corporations or AI-driven playlists. It’s going to be built by communities — by artists who dare to dream bigger, and by fans who believe in something real.

And for ten years — and counting — Making A Scene has been proud to be right there, making it happen.

Here’s to the next decade of independent music, fearless creativity, and scenes made by and for the people who truly love it.