RESOURCES
This Resource Page is a virtual toolbox created just for you. You’ll discover some of my favorite music-related online business tools, blogging and educational tools and of course music gear and more! I love trying out new tools, so, check back often, we’re always updating this page. These are some of the ones that I use and feel comfortable recommending. Please don’t buy any of these products that you don’t feel will help you with your goals.
Before You Get Started…NOTE: Some of the links are affiliate links, including Amazon links, on this page and throughout this website. That means we earn a commission if you buy through these links. This won’t cost you anything extra. If you happen to purchase something, I want to personally thank you for supporting this website.
My goal is to bring you useful information and a few of my opinions. I only recommend products I know, love, and trust – and I think you will too.
MY TOP BLOGGING & BUSINESS TOOLS
WEB HOSTING FOR BEGINNER BLOGGERS
I recommend Bluehost, particularly for beginners. Firstly, it’s affordable. Secondly, it’s extremely intuitive to set up. It comes with free SSL, free domain name, malware detection and 24/7 support. It’s been consistently rated as one of the top web hosting sites. I have been with this all-in-one web hosting platform for several years! Start for as little as $3.95 a month!
Printful allow you to create & sell your own custom design products online with print-on-demand dropshipping.
Canva is our go-to graphic design platform that allows users to create social media graphics, album covers, videos and other visual content. It’s such an easy tool to create everything from single covers to Youtube thumbnails. I love using this FREE tool.
I use Tailwind to increase traffic to my blog and grow my business. Tailwind is an official authorized Pinterest scheduler. It’s a great tool to schedule pins. Sign up to get a Free month.
Constant Contact is an Email Marketing Tool that is ranked as the best and fastest growing email marketing service. If you try their FREE 60-day trial, you’ll be surprised how easy it is to use. No Risk. No Credit Care Required. Helps Artists connect with their fans and grow your fanbase.
Constant Contact also has email templates, reporting features, plus you get a free image library and 1GB of storage for your files. You can even build your own forms inside the tool.
MY TOP MUSIC BUSINESS TOOLS
Bandzoogle is an all-in-one WEBSITE PLATFORM for Musicians. I love using this website. It’s super easy.
Try Bandzoogle risk-free for 30 days. No credit card needed.
If you have songs that were produced in the past and you didn’t get the instrumental version or you just need the vocals, then this is a great to tool grab your stems to share with your collaborators.
EXTRA INCOME RESOURCES
Need a little extra income?
FlexJobs helps you find the best full & part time remote jobs, freelance & flexible work positions.
MONEY SAVING RESOURCES
Rakuten is a cash back website that helps you earn money while you shop online.
Sign up and get $10
BUDGET PLANNER KIT
Songwriting Notebook Journals and More
SONGWRITERS, SINGER-SONGWRITERS, MUSICIANS, LYRIC WRITERS!
Need to keep your lyrics and song ideas organized and in one place?
MY Words My Lyrics My Songs is the Songwriting journal just for YOU!
Enjoy this simple, personal, black music composition notebook for songwriters. Skip the frustration. No need to forget that great hook or verse you came up with…Keep writing and honing your craft. Great for co-writing sessions. Makes the perfect gift for songwriters, composers, musicians, singer-songwriters, lyric writers, music producers, music students, teachers, and music lovers everywhere. Perfect for men, women, girls, and boys.
Music Gear That I Use
- ONE MICROPHONE FOR EVERYTHING – Studio Recording, Home Recording, Podcasting & Streaming. The SM7B Is Trusted By The Worlds Leading Vocalists, Podcasters & Streamers.
- STUDIO VOCAL RECORDING – The SM7Bs Dynamic Cartridge With Smooth, Flat, Wide-range Frequency Response Produces Exceptionally Clean & Natural Reproduction Of Both Music & Speech.
- PODCAST & BROADCAST – Found In The Top Podcasting Studios Around The World, The SM7B Air Suspension Shock Isolation & Pop Filter Eliminate Both Mechanical Noise And Breathiness. So Words Get Through And The Rest Stays Out Of The Mix.
- PROFESSIONAL XLR CONNECTION – The XLR Connection Along With An Audio Interface Allows You More Control Over The Sound Thus A Better Overall Sound Quality.
- CLASSIC CARDIOID PATTERN WITH UNIFORM CAPTURE – The SM7B Cardioid Pattern Is Designed To Reject Off-axis Audio, So You Can Sing Or Speak At A Comfortable Angle And It Captures The Sound, Just As You Want It, With Minimum Coloration.
- WHATS IN THE BOX – Shure SM7B Vocal Dynamic Microphone With One A7WS Detachable Windscreen And One RPM602 Switch Cover Plate. Free 2-year Warranty Included.