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A mailing list is still one of the most reliable ways to stay in touch with your audience, and one of the few tools you actually own. Social platforms are unpredictable. Posts get buried, algorithms change, and sometimes even your most dedicated followers miss what you share. But email? That lands directly in someone’s inbox, where they’re far more likely to actually see it.
When someone joins your list, they’re not just clicking a “follow” button, they’re saying they want to hear from you. That kind of intent matters. These are the people most likely to stream your new track, pre-save your album, buy a hoodie, or show up to your next show. They’re not random scroll-bys. They’re supporters.
And what you send doesn’t have to be complicated. It could be a quick update about what you’re working on, early access to a song, a behind the scenes photo, a discount code for your store, or a short note about the story behind a lyric. Think of it like writing to your inner circle - casual, real, and direct.
Even if your list is small, it can still drive most of your engagement. A hundred people who care enough to open your emails will do more for your music than ten thousand who just happen to see a reel once. It’s about connection, not reach.
Your homepage is the first thing people see, make it count. Featuring your latest album or single right there shows visitors what you’re about right now. It doesn’t need to say everything upfront, even just having it visible can be enough to draw people in.
With Noiseyard, you can highlight a release directly on your homepage. When fans click, they’re taken to that album’s dedicated page, where you can include stream links, a short note about the project or anything else you want to share. It keeps your homepage clean while still giving your music the attention it deserves.
This setup also makes your latest release easy to find and easier to share, especially for new fans who might not know where to start.
This doesn’t have to mean long essays. Even short updates about how a song came together, gear choices, or touring stories go a long way. People who care about your music often care about the journey too.
Plus, blog posts help your site show up in search engines, especially if you include keywords like your genre, your city or what kind of music you make.
When you sell through your own musician website, you skip the middleman. No commissions, no restrictions, just direct sales to your listeners. You could start with a digital EP, a small run of t-shirts or even handwritten lyric cards.
Fans like the chance to support you directly. And you keep the buyer data, so you can let them know when something new drops.
With Noiseyard, there’s no commission taken on sales - you keep everything. If you’re not sure what to offer, here’s a helpful guide: What to Sell as a Musician Online.
Some fans don’t need merch. They just want to show support. A tip jar or donation button on your site gives them that option and lets them contribute in a simple, low-pressure way.
When someone feels personally invested, they’re more likely to stick around, and support again later.
Your bio is one of the most visited pages on any musician website. Curators, bloggers, and bookers will all check it before writing about you or reaching out.
Keep it short and real: who you are, what kind of music you make, where you're based, and what you’ve released. Add a good press photo and links to your main platforms.
This also helps with search visibility. If you mention your genre and city, you’re more likely to show up when someone Googles something like “house producer from Barcelona.” For tips on how to write one that’s both personal and searchable, here’s a guide: How to Write an SEO-Friendly Artist Bio.
If you're playing shows, let people know where and when. An event calendar with dates, venues, and links makes it easy for fans to come out, and it gives your site another reason to be visited regularly.
You can also share flyers, event posters or even photos from past gigs. If you’re not touring yet, just keep a short note about future plans and link your mailing list to get notified.
Search engines also index location-based events, so this adds another layer of visibility when people search for live music in your area.
If you’re working with others even if the track isn’t officially released, showcase it on your site. This helps with discoverability (people looking up the other artist might find you), and it gives a sense of momentum.
You can also share remix stems or downloads, which fans and producers often love. Even work in progress projects can live here and add depth to your story.
A private SoundCloud link, a downloadable loop pack, early access to a track, these little bonuses create real loyalty. When people feel like they’re getting something not available elsewhere, they pay more attention.
You can tie this into your mailing list easily. Share exclusive content in your email updates, and mention it on your homepage as a reason to sign up.
Even if you only have 10 subscribers, those are 10 people you're actually connected with, not just hoping they scroll past you.
Your website should be simple to navigate, with clear stream links, social buttons, and a direct way to access your latest release. Don’t make people dig, the easier it is to share your music, the more likely it is to spread.
Whether someone’s a fan, a journalist, or a playlist curator, they should be able to land on your site and immediately find what to listen to, where to follow you, and how to pass it along.
Alt text and page titles also play a quiet role in how your music shows up in search, Noiseyard handles that automatically, so you’re not stuck tweaking settings just to be seen.
A musician website isn’t meant to replace social media, it’s something steadier. A space where everything comes together: your music, your story, your shows, and the people who care.
It doesn’t need to be complicated. Just a clear homepage, a mailing list, and a few updates go a long way. Over time, it becomes the place fans return to, curators check, and new listeners discover.
If you’re still on the fence, this article shares some thoughtful perspectives from other artists: Should Artists Have a Website?
Start simple. Let it evolve. A good website grows with you.
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