The Music Biz Academy
- A musician's guide to promoting, selling and doing music business on the Internet, with promotion tips and links to other online resources.
- http://www.musicbizacademy.com
GoListenLive.net: Articles
- Self-help articles explain marketing music on a small budget.
- http://www.golistenlive.net/columns/
About.com: Music Careers
- Lengthy article about contracts, agents and managers, and finding musicians for bands.
- http://musicians.about.com
StarPolish
- Offers articles from industry experts on promotion and contracts as well as profiles of indie bands and artists, and industry news.
- http://www.starpolish.com
Indie Link Exchange, The
- Contains a list of music people who wish to exchange links with other music related sites.
- http://www.bigmeteor.com/ile
Jamwave
- Independent artists community offering websites and blog creation to upload music, films or videos. Requires registration.
- http://www.jamwave.com
Funender
- Provides MP3 music hosting and directory.
- http://www.funender.com
Music Copyright Information
- Music copyright information and advice for song writers and composers.
- http://www.copyrightservice.co.uk/protect/p07_music_copyright
BURBs
- British unsigned rock bands. Listings and demos for over 350 artists.
- http://www.burbs.org.uk/
Canadian Music Artists
- Created to promote Canadian music artists for free, including musician resources such as production tutorials, articles on song writing, and royalty free samples.
- http://www.canadianmusicartists.com
The Music Broker Network
- Provides free access to a panel of experts who will answer any questions about record companies, publishing and other topics of interest.
- http://www.themusicbroker.net/knowledge/afmtopics.asp
The Unsigned Guide
- Music directory for unsigned bands and artists in North West England. Contains information on getting a record deal, where to practice, get CD's copied, and more.
- http://www.theunsignedguide.com/
Pass the Mic
- Web showcase for Rock bands, articles, news, and classifieds.
- http://www.passthemic.com/
The Bards Crier
- Weekly guerrilla music marketing e-zine designed to help musicians succeed. Includes lessons, articles and book reviews.
- http://bardscrier.com/
SongCritic.com
- Fans can download and listen to your song (driving traffic to your site) and then post reviews of your tune.
- http://www.songcritic.com/
Comparison of Music Hosting Services (OMDs)
- A comparison of online music distributors for artists wishing to share or sell their music online.
- http://www.armydiller.com/musichosting.htm
Indie Radio
- Live broadcasts of music from independent artists. Submissions accepted.
- http://www.indieradio.org/
Grass Roots Entertainment
- Providing reviews and resources for local and independent musicians.
- http://www.angelfire.com/indie/lawnchair/grassroots.html
Yahoo! Groups: BSharpNews
- Monthly music industry newsletter published by Kenny Love, focused toward independent musicians.
- http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BSharpNews
Indie News Network
- Webzine and newsletter that gives you information on what is happening in the world of independent music.
- http://indienews.8m.com/
Ready Fire Aim
- A&R directory, print magazine listings, tip sheets, and articles.
- http://www.readyfireaim.com
Indie Music
- Many free resources for musicians including contacts, reviews, and venues.
- http://indie-music.com/
IndieGroup
- Free websites and email accounts for independent musicians and those involved in the music industry. Also provides links to other online resources.
- http://www.indiegroup.com/
EvO:R
- Helps promote the music of its members. Bands information, reviews, and application information.
- http://www.evor.com/
Hollywood Music
- See and hear music from unsigned and independent artists.
- http://www.hollywoodmusic.com/
HardRoad.com
- Music and lifestyle web site targeted primarily at college age music lovers. They provide users with a vicarious road trip experience and introduce local and regional music to the web audience.
- http://www.hardroad.com/