Below are 5 very valuable resources containing an abundance of information about moving forward with a DIY marketing strategy.

1. The Buzz Factor (Bob Baker)

Free music marketing tips and self-promotion ideas for independent songwriters, musicians and bands.

Bob Baker is the author of books such as:

Reading the Guerilla Music Marketing Handbook was probably the most pivotal point in my life.

It’s safe to say its his fault we’re doing what we do now.

2. Derek Sivers

Derek Sivers is responsible for that little thing known as CD Baby. He sold the company to DiscMakers and now does his own thing.

I highly recommend following his blog and looking through his website. He knows his stuff and well, just go check it out.

Make sure you download his FREE e-book. You won’t regret it.

3. Music Think Tank

As their website says, this is where the music industry thinks out loud.

My favorite part of MTT is that it is an open forum and anyone can contribute. Below is the first paragraph you see when visiting the site.

Anyone can contribute relevant articles to Music Think Tank. Begin by signing up and then logging in to publish your posts directly to MTT Open; popular articles are occasionally moved to the front of the site. Contributors own and operate this blog (more info). Founded March 4th, 2008. Interested sponsors: please review our stats prior to contacting us.

Another dope aspect of the site is MTT Radio, where anyone can post a song and be heard by their audience. They are visited by approximately 25,000 music industry readers every month. Sweet!!

4. Indie Guide

The Indie Bible lists THOUSANDS of places where you can get your music REVIEWED and your songs PLAYED on the radio. ALL genres of music are covered!

This site is one big database of resources any musician or band needs to survive independently. They also have really helpful e-books available.

And if you are really serious, these guys publish The Indie Bible and The Indie Venue Bible.

5. Artists House Music

Helping Musicians and Music Entrepreneurs Create Sustainable Careers

A WEALTH of information about everything in the music business. Legal, Production, Marketing Strategies, the list keeps going and you get it all in a variety of formats including videos, articles, and open discussions.

I highly suggest you check it out.