Amanda Sears Putting Together Looks for a Photo Shoot
In 2014, I played my first ever CMA fest as an artist in Nashville on the same stages as artists like American Young and Nelson (yes, the band…
Oct 10 2017
Sep 2 2017
3 Tips for Tour Packing When Traveling Abroad
Ah, touring abroad. There are so many things I love about traveling and playing music makes it just that much sweeter.
The first time I used a U.S. curling iron abroad and singed my hair off, I learned…
Aug 27 2017
Dear Mary, I Heard You...
It's always refreshing to hear the truth about the music business from someone you admire as an artist. And Mary Gauthier is one of those rare artists who is as honest about her career as she is in her songwriting…
Mar 30 2017
Fierce Females Join Forces for Tin Pan South
Click above for some of the sights and sounds!
It's not every day you sit next to Grammy winners and nominees on stage---unless you're friends with some pretty Fierce Females!
It was an amazing experience to share a night…
Nov 8 2016
Radio Promotion for Indie Artists: Be Uncommon
Radio and Audience Growth Farmer D. Grant Smith
Recently I had the opportunity to discuss radio promotions with D. Grant Smith. He's a radio host, promotions expert and he specializes in helping musicians and creative businesses build audience tribes he…
Recently I had the opportunity to discuss radio promotions with D. Grant Smith. He's a radio host, promotions expert and he specializes in helping musicians and creative businesses build audience tribes he…
Sep 27 2016
Early Media Praise for The Road that Drives Me
"Love this record...great songwriting...an album in the truest sense of the word."
Charlie Mattos, Radio Personality, WSM Nashville
"Shantell’s voice is distinct, and she’s a blessing to have representing women in music today."
Wine Cowboy's Country Music Blog
"One word…
Sep 27 2016
AmericanaFest Round-Up for Artists
Berklee Americana Showcase at The Family Wash with my Band
Michael Boris, Me, Bill D, and Nick Arbuckle
Nashville is now officially in recovery mode from the 17th Annual AmericanaFest extravaganza. The event brings thousands of fans and artists to…
Michael Boris, Me, Bill D, and Nick Arbuckle
Nashville is now officially in recovery mode from the 17th Annual AmericanaFest extravaganza. The event brings thousands of fans and artists to…
Sep 9 2016
VIP Album Preview Hosted by WSM's Charlie Mattos
Shantell Ogden with Charlie Mattos, WSM at VIP Album Preview Event
Nashville-based artist Shantell Ogden held a VIP Album Preview event to celebrate her fifth studio album The Road That Drives Me at 3rd and Lindsley this week. Attendees…
Nashville-based artist Shantell Ogden held a VIP Album Preview event to celebrate her fifth studio album The Road That Drives Me at 3rd and Lindsley this week. Attendees…
Aug 30 2016
Shantell Ogden Partners with Lime Tree Music PR
Luke Roberts and Shantell Ogden on site at Buckle and Boots Festival
Award-wining artist/songwriter Shantell Ogden signed an agreement today with Luke Roberts and Lime Tree Music PR to promote her upcoming release The Road That Drives Me to media…
Award-wining artist/songwriter Shantell Ogden signed an agreement today with Luke Roberts and Lime Tree Music PR to promote her upcoming release The Road That Drives Me to media…
Jul 25 2016
How To Prepare Your Music for Global Distribution
The CD or single is recorded and mixing has begun---and you're already starting to think about 'getting it out there'!
To help prepare you for the release, Ed Gertler, an independent music distributor, explains three important things to consider in…
Jul 24 2016
How to Make a Budget for Your Indie Music Project
WOOOHOOO! Let's make a budget.
Ok, before you go running from the blog, let me say that budgets can be your friend. And believe me I've made friends with a lot of budgets in my time as an indie…
Jul 24 2016
Music Licensing: A Resource Round-Up
Music licensing in general is a big topic, and below are a few articles to help you learn more about the common types of licenses out there. Remember you still need take responsibility for learning licensing personally and consult a…