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Turn listeners into fans and grow your audience on Spotify, YouTube, and Social Media
Taught by Sony Music VP and top label manager Todd McCarty.
Introducing…
Band Builder Academy.
WHAT’S INSIDE BAND BUILDER?
WHAT MEMBERS ARE SAYING.
Testimonials from real Members
CATCH YOUR BREATH
Before we worked with Band Builder, the most our band could draw in streams was like 30k monthly listeners. Working with Todd alone, we generated over 10 million streams from our tracks. Then he helped us find a manager and get signed, and now we've been streamed 400 million times and are on the radio.
It’s truly incredible and amazing to experience. You need to get on Band Builder ASAP! Do it for yourself and the countless fans out there waiting to discover you. - Teddy
LOVELESS
With the help of Todd and Band Builder, I was able to figure out where my songs fit within the various micro genres, and make adjustments to work my way up and that jumpstarted my algorithm play, and since then there's been no looking back. Amazing. The other tools are crazy good too. - Julian
Cozi zuehlsdorff
I am thankful for the day I found Band Builder and Todd McCarty. With him, you’re getting the inside scoop from an actual music professional as opposed to a marketing company. There is literally so much information and so many useful tips and tools, I found myself referring back to it over and over as I planned my next release.
I have faithfully applied the lessons (not all of them because each time you release a song, you’ll have more to implement!) and I was shocked to see my Spotify monthly listeners increase by thousands! My musical footprint has grown bigger, I have true fans dialed into my music, a thriving mailing list and more. It’s the best money I’ve spent on any course EVER. Thank you Band Builder!
MEET THE ACADEMY FOUNDER.
I currently manages successful artists, and was key in breaking platinum selling artists like Portugual. The Man, Plain White T's, Pierce The Veil, Motionless in White, I Prevail, Mayday Parade, Ice Nine Kills, The Word Alive, and many more.
I was the General Manager of a large independent label Fearless Records for over a decade and was a Senior Vice President at Sony Music USA. I was also an indie musician and tour manager.
Todd McCarty
WHY I CREATED THIS PLACE.
To help musicians avoid common mistakes, learn proven strategies. Membership also includes a free 45-minute coaching call.
Proven strategies and practical resources to help you grow your fanbase and music career. See examples on our YouTube Channel
A strategy like no other - focused on Official Spotify playlists and algorithm play. We don't spend money on expensive PR blasts or radio.
To give you both major label and independent perspectives to better understand how the music industry works and how to navigate it successfully.
WHAT I’LL HELP YOU DO.
Follow our proven 10-stage roadmap to grow your audience, land official playlist placements, and build sustainable streaming growth.
Get more Spotify algorithmic streams by discovering which tracks in your genre are winning algorithmic support, uncover how they got there, and identify opportunities you can replicate.
More than just streaming and ads. Get actionable next steps through our Promotional Ideas List, Tools List, Contact List, A&B Campaigns, pitch templates, and Things to Avoid guide.
Use our short bio writing formula. How to tell your story. Learn a workflow and how to create your own promotional pipelines.
This is how the music business works.
Everything you must know…
NO MORE GUESSING!
Learn it here – from a guy who has broken artists as a senior vice president at Sony Music and ran top independent label Fearless Records for over a decade.
“Let me help you grow your band’s business without any tricks or gimmicks. The same way that your favorite artists probably built their band."
TODD McCARTY
Founder
45 Minute Call with Todd
Access to All Modules
Spotify Strategy
Marketing Cheatsheets & PDFs
Access to Free smartlink tool
Access to industry-only advertising portal
REAL PEOPLE, REAL MUSIC, REAL SUCCESS.
Testimonials from real Members
REDHOOK
I've been a member for nearly a year now, and having since gone through the lessons and being an active member in the community, has led to RedHook, on our most recent release, getting on 8 Spotify Official editorial playlists. It wouldn't have been possible without the knowledge Todd and the community have shared.
The really in-depth structured lessons are probably where you're going to get the most out of the subscription. He's really removed all the smoke and mirrors which come within the music industry and really allows bands to fully kick start their career and crush it as an independent, or label-signed musician. That alone is worth more than the monthly price. - Craig
DEAD EYES
In terms of planning a release and creating a successful campaign around it, this site is as close as it gets to a silver bullet. After using the strategies on Band Builder our next release saw us charting at Rock Radio, getting multiple editorial playlists, having our music played in pro sports stadiums and more. Todd has done campaigns for some of the biggest names in the industry and he is genuinely trying to help you be right there with them.
- Zach Williams
Get Instant Access to the Academy!
If you’re ready to take your career to the next level by enrolling in the Band Builder Academy, simply choose your payment option below and click the button to join us…
45 Minute Call with Todd
Access to All Modules
Spotify Strategy
Marketing Cheatsheets & PDFs
Access to Free smartlink tool
Access to industry-only advertising portal
WHAT MEMBERS ARE SAYING.
Testimonials from real Members
Kennedy One
Such a great platform. A great way for musicians to navigate the world of digital marketing and streaming. I encourage you to check it out and do it yourself. Todd teaches you how to do it the right way.
AWAKE AT LAST
Working towards our goals together with Todd, we were able to go from a DIY underground band to having over 20 million streams, having several #1 most played songs on Sirius XM Octane Satellite radio, charting on the Billboard Charts. Todd helped us grow our fanbase exponentially and land several national tours. He truly cares and is passionate about helping artists and helps you set your goals, achieve them, and then set new ones. Todd is the real deal!" - Vince
WHAT KIND OF MUSICIANS IS BAND BUILDER BEST FOR?
MY BAND ALREADY HAS A FANBASE AND HAS RELEASED MUSIC. WHAT CAN THE ACADEMY DO FOR ME?
But, I’ve gone the distance with several platinum records, Grammy nominations, #1 songs. Those experiences allow me to think big. I’ve been on some wild rides, and hope to prepare you for your big breakthrough.CAN I GET ONE-ON-ONE HELP AND SUPPORT?
CAN I ACCESS THE CONTENT RELEASED ON BAND BUILDER ACADEMY AFTER I CANCEL?
WHY SHOULD I BECOME A MEMBER TODAY RATHER THAN WAITING?
IS ALL OF THE CONTENT IN THE ACADEMY AVAILABLE RIGHT AWAY, OR IS IT TIME-RELEASED?
I’M NOT REALLY SURE WHAT THE ACADEMY IS OR WHAT IT WILL DO FOR ME, CAN I GET A FREE TRIAL TO TEST IT OUT?
I HAVEN’T RELEASED ANY MUSIC YET. IS THE ACADEMY GOOD FOR ME?
WHAT MAKES BAND BUILDER DIFFERENT?
Unique Roadmap
The layout of the academy is different. The unique Roadmap is a custom designed workspace that’s organized to help musicians learn. Band Builder doesn’t leave you alone. We have a process.
SPOTIFY EVOLVED
My Spotify strategy is highly developed and I’ve been pitching music to Spotify and Apple Music since their inception. It’s my own system and there is nothing like it anywhere.
INDUSTRY EXPERT
It’s run by a former musician, tour manager, and label executive of 15 years. Not by a guru, author, digital marketer, or somebody preying on you. I support and show up for artists.
NO B.S.
The internet is full of marketers who are generalists. You want to learn Spotify strategy from a specialist who’s been doing it at a high level for a long time.
PROVEN RESULTS
My clients are getting record deals, publishing deals, tour opportunities, and working on a higher level than most developing and emerging artists.
EVERGREEN
This academy teaches things you can do week in and week out to sustain your fan growth. It’s an evergreen process for building a fanbase.
Get Instant Access to the Academy!
If you’re ready to take your career to the next level by enrolling in the Band Builder Academy, simply click the button to join.
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Spotify Strategy
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