What should I know before releasing my debut single as an indie artist?
Hi!!! I’m preparing to release my debut single as an independent artist and I’d love advice from people who’ve done this before xd
I was originally in talks with a management/label situation, but I realized it wasn’t the right fit for me since they didn’t give me any creative freedom- like at all (lowkey a bit culty too lol), so I decided to step back and go the indie route instead. Now I’m trying to make sure I do things properly on my own.
What are the most important things I should know before releasing a first single independently? Like:
• distribution platforms
• royalties / rights / ownership stuff
• prerelease promo timelines
• pitching to playlists
• PRO registration (if needed before release?)
• anything you wish you knew before your first release
I want to do this the right way from the start🥲
Any tips or checklists would really help!!