03
Oct
The music industry has changed dramatically over the past decade. The rise of streaming services, social media, and crowdfunding platforms have all changed how we consume music and what it means to be a successful musician. Despite these changes, one thing that hasn't changed is that it's still challenging to build sustainable careers as musicians. Most artists will never make enough money from their art to support themselves without having another job or taking out loans for living expenses (or both). That's why new artists need to understand how building a successful career works—and what steps they can take early…