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Monday Motivation from The MIC Mag's Musicians of the Month: Advice for Independent Artists Vol. III

It's your Weekly Dose of Monday Motivation!


Every month we ask our Musicians of the Month, "What advice do you have for aspiring independent artists?"


They're always sharing such insightful responses, and we thought this week we'd share them with you for a little ~Monday Motivation!~


Natasha Blaine


natasha blaine

"Don't be afraid to ask for help. I can't explain how many times I've tried to master a new skill overnight so I don't need to admit I need someone else to take the reins. We can't always be amazing at everything. That's when your tribe comes in. Find a tribe of people who support you, who not only understand but can supplement your visions with strengths of their own. Learning to let go more and ask for help is huge." - Natasha Blaine


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Natasha Blaine here 



Eddie Kamenitzer


eddie kamentizer

"Surround yourself with people who genuinely support you.  The people who listen to your music, who are touched by or connected to your music, who make the effort to see your performances will help you build an organic supportive fan base simply by consistently showing up for you, however they can.  It's also good to find artists in your area that you actively support. Artists that you enjoy listening to, inspire you or would like to play with/write with.  That growing give and take is the foundation of a strong music scene." - Eddie Kamenitzer

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Jeff Petescia


jeff petescia

"Be your strange self and show the world your love for creating. Go out there and meet others to network, grow, and find opportunities while always remaining genuine and kind. Take your craft and yourself seriously, but not too seriously. Find the balance and don't put too much pressure on yourself."

- Jeff Petescia


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your friend juniper


your friend juniper

 "If you let the music in, the rest is easy. Don't overthink it and let your gift do the work. Make a ton of friends, a lot of music and live! Music is life. If you don't truly live and have experiences, you won't have anything to write about. Don't write what you think other people want to hear, it won't work. Trust what is shown and given to you."- your friend juniper


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Abbie Roper


abbie roper

"In the early days, I think the best thing you can do is force yourself into an environment of music  - play every show you can, go to random jam sessions, book shows you’re not ready for. It will teach you more about yourself, your band, how to communicate with musicians and crowds, and boost your confidence." - Abbie Roper


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Emily Jeanne Brown


abbie roper

"Continually return to what really matters to you about the whole process of music making: the writing, the recording, the releasing, the performing. At each stage of the creative life-cycle, what are you learning about yourself and what are you contributing? If you stay driven by your values and develop your own creative perspective, the more challenging parts of doing this on your own will not seem so difficult to navigate."

- Emily Jeanne Brown


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