Here you will find tools and resources from sessions delivered by artists, the creative learning team, and other industry professionals.
These tools will support you as an independent artist and creative with the following resources, templates and examples to support:
- How to navigate being an independent artist
- Marketing and self-promotion
- Understanding your rights: PRS & Musicians Union
- Admin tools: budget & invoicing
- Sound check & performance communication: Riders
- Distribution: Q&A with Believe Digital
- Funding for artists and creatives
- Working with producers
- Example day sheets/tour books
Please note that some of these resources should be treated as a guide and reminder of previous sessions as they may become outdated quickly.
All the information listed on this page is strictly for access by Next Wave participants.
Navigating being an Independent Artist & Understanding your Rights
Including presentations from PRS and Musicians Union.
Marketing & Self-Promotion
Expert advice on promotion from independent artist JayaHadaDream.
Music Videos: Visions to Visuals
Download a presentation by filmmakers Jahmal and Liam: exploring what to consider when making a music video.
Working with Producers
Download a presentation on communicating your visions to a producer, tools to support feeling comfortable in a studio, and key takeaways.
Sound Checks & Performance Communication
Information on sound including riders, stage plots, and monitor mixes.
Distribution
Explore releasing music. Download a recorded Q&A with Craig Evans, Head of Hip-Hop at independent distributor Believe Digital.
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