Ask singer songwriter Shannon Curtis about the key to her success as an independent musician, and she’ll tell you — literally — to hit the road.  She’ll encourage you to start touring with the help of your audience.

  1. Touring is the best way to interact with your audience and build your fanbase.
  2. Performing live can bring in more money than recordings, publishing and merchandise combined.
  3. You could win over more fans and make more money playing houses rather than clubs.
  4. Use social media to stay in close touch with her community, noting that Facebook is her most active channel.
  5. The New Artist Model is such a valuable tool.  That inspired me to put together a sponsorship application.
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