independent musicians

Understanding Decentralized Music Industry

A New Era for Independent Musicians The Convergence of AI and Decentralized Technology

Richard L'Hommedieu AI for musicians, artist controlled music business, artist empowerment, artist owned infrastructure, artist ownership, Bandcamp strategy, blockchain for musicians, decentralized music industry, digital membership for artists, direct fan relationships, direct to fan music business, email marketing for artists, fan data ownership, fan engagement tools, fan passport music, future of independent music, independent music revenue, independent musicians, indie artist business plan, indie artist growth, music business technology, music career strategy, music industry middle class, music marketing AI, musician marketing tools, sms marketing for musicians, token-gated music access, touring data for musicians, Web3 for musicians, WordPress for musicians 0 Comments March 20, 2026

The independent music industry is transitioning from reliance on traditional systems to a new model that emphasizes ownership and strategy. By leveraging AI and decentralized technology, artists can streamline operations, enhance fan relationships, and create sustainable careers. This approach fosters a middle class of musicians capable of thriving without depending on conventional gatekeepers.

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Why the Music Industry Middle Class Matters More Than Superstars

Posted by Editor ai tools for musicians, artist empowerment, artist ownership, breaking music industry myths, direct-to-fan music, Future of the Music Industry, independent musicians, indie artist economy, Indie music business, making a living in music, music industry economics, music industry middle class, music industry reform, sustainable music careers 0 Comments December 20, 2025

This discussion emphasizes the importance of the music industry’s middle class, which sustains artists through steady income and meaningful connections rather than chasing stardom. It critiques traditional paths, highlighting the benefits of ownership and direct engagement with fans. The future relies on artist autonomy and sustainable models over fleeting, viral fame.

In The Studio/ Recording Techniques

Mid/Side Processing in Mixing: The Secret to Width, Clarity, and Control

Richard L'Hommedieu audio engineering, Brainworx bx_digital V3, DAW workflow, EQ for vocals, fabfilter pro q 3, Home Recording, home studio mixing, independent musicians, Indie artist, indie music education, izotope ozone 12, mastering engineer, mastering tips, mid side compression, mid side EQ, mid side processing, midside mixing, mixing engineer, mixing like a pro, mixing techniques, mixing tutorial, music production, music production tips, music technology, recording engineer, softube tape, stereo imaging, stereo width, studio techniques, Waves F6, Waves S1 Stereo Imager, width and depth in mix 0 Comments October 31, 2025

Mid/Side processing is a powerful mixing technique that allows engineers to independently adjust the center and edges of a stereo mix, enhancing width and clarity. By utilizing specific plugins for EQ, compression, and saturation, users can solve common mix problems and create a balanced sound that’s three-dimensional without losing focus or depth.

Understanding Decentralized Music Industry

How to Launch Your Music on a Blockchain-Based Platform: A Step-by-Step Guide for Indie Artists

Richard L'Hommedieu artist empowerment, audius tutorial, blockchain music platforms, crypto music platforms, decentralized music, decentralized streaming, fan engagement, future of music distribution, how to upload to audius, how to upload to bigsong, how to upload to bitsong, how to upload to emanate, how to upload to opus, how to upload to tamago, independent musicians, indie artist guide, indie music economy, music industry disruption, music industry revolution, music monetization, Music NFT, music ownership, music royalties, nft music platforms, smart contracts for musicians, streaming alternatives, upload music blockchain, Web3 for indie artists, Web3 music, web3 music tutorial 0 Comments August 6, 2025

This guide empowers independent musicians to leverage blockchain-based platforms for launching their music. Unlike traditional streaming services, these decentralized platforms allow for better artist compensation, direct fan engagement, and ownership of creative content. By using platforms like Audius, OPUS, Tamago, and BitSong, artists can reclaim control and innovate within the music industry.

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Future of the Music Business/ Music Business/ Understanding Decentralized Music Industry

10 Ways the Music Industry Is Rigged Against Independent Artists (And How to Fight Back)

Richard L'Hommedieu AI in music, artist empowerment, audius, bandcamp, blockchain music platforms, DAOs for musicians, decentralized music, escape the music industry, fair music payouts, fan engagement, fight the music system, independent musicians, indie music tips, major labels, music industry corruption, music industry scams, music marketing, Music NFTs, music ownership, NFT music, smart contracts, Spotify Discovery Mode, streaming royalties, token gating, Web3 music 0 Comments May 15, 2025

The article discusses the challenges independent artists face in the music industry, highlighting issues like streaming royalties, major label dominance, and algorithm bias. It offers solutions involving decentralized platforms, direct fan engagement, and innovative tools that empower artists to take control of their careers and connect with their audience without relying on traditional structures.

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Making a Scene Gains OVER 150,000 Visits!

Richard L'Hommedieu artist interviews, cd reviews, independent musicians, indie music, making a Scene, music business, recording studio techniques March 11, 2016

That’s Right! Before our 2nd anniversary (May 1, 2016) we break through this new milestone! When we started “Making a Scene” we knew we had a great idea, but we did not think that it would take off as fast as it did. This was not something that happened without a lot of hard work […]