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Dave Cool

Director of Artist & Industry Outreach

Dave Cool (yes, his real name) is the Director of Artist & Industry Outreach at music website platform Bandzoogle. A former punk rock drummer, Dave has spoken at dozens of conferences including SXSW, CMW, and SF Music Tech, and has been interviewed by The Economist and the Financial Post about the music industry and revenue streams for musicians.

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Music Career Advice

Funding for musicians: music grants in the USA

Posted by Dave Cool on Oct 16, 2019 in: Music Career Advice

It’s easier than ever to make music and share it with the world. But being able to do it full-time is another story.

There are lots of different ways musicians can make money, but one source of funding for music projects that’s often overlooked is grants.

What are music grants?

Grants are an excellent form of funding for musicians. There are dozens of music grant organizations in the USA that regularly award cash to serious artists, allowing the recipients to focus entirely on furthering their…