Welcome to the Online Learning Library!
MusicNL is committed to empowering artists and music industry professionals at every stage of their careers. Our Online Learning Library is an evolving resource designed to provide accessible, high-quality educational tools to members and the music industry at large across Newfoundland and Labrador.
The OLL offers valuable tools and insights to help you navigate the music industry. Whether you’re an emerging artist or an experienced professional, you’ll find a wealth of knowledge to support your growth.
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Info Sheets
Funding for Showcasing 2025-26
This document outlines the various programs from funders (including MusicNL and others) that offer grants toward showcasing projects.
Videos
Preparing for the International Market
Panelists: Neil Pearson, Lara Supan, Phil Simpson, Jonathan Een Newton
For many artists, the international market is a key part of their career goals and growth. Having the right music is just a first step. During this session, you’ll hear from agents, labels and other key industry who work with Canadian exporting artists. What team, tools and benchmarks do you need to build an international music career? Find out here.
Navigating the Festival Circuit
Panelists: Ghislaine Cormier, Mercedes Caxaj, Ian Thomson, Ariana Dalie, Craig Smith
Filmed & Edited by Scott Legge
Looking to expand your reach and showcase your work on a global stage? This panel offers a unique opportunity to connect with festival buyers from across Canada and beyond! You’ll hear directly from the decision-makers who select artists for coveted festival performances. Learn about the criteria these buyers use, what trends they’re following, and how you can best position yourself to be selected. This session will provide valuable insights into the festival circuit and help you understand how to make your mark in new markets.
How to Plan a Music Release Cycle
Panelists: Neil Pearson, Tony Tarleton, Ghislaine Cormier, Jonathan Een Newton
Filmed by Cameron Bursey/Jack Sheppard, Edited by Scott Legge
With the ever-changing impacts of streaming, singles and content trickling, it’s increasingly important to plan a long-term strategy for a music release. How long in advance should you have masters ready before pitching to a label? When is the ideal time to upload to a distributor or DSP if you want best results? How do you plan for vinyl pressing? These, and more, questions will be discussed in this session, which will be led by managers, label owners and more.
Streaming Success: Untangling DSPs
Panelists: Sarah Porter, Neil Pearson, Jonathan Een Newton, Tony Tarleton
Filmed by Cameron Bursey/Jack Sheppard, Edited by Scott Legge
In the ever-evolving music industry, digital service providers (DSPs) like Spotify, Apple Music, and others have become critical platforms for artists to distribute and monetize their music, as well as build audience. This session will explore the world of streaming, offering insights into how DSPs work, how to get your music featured, and the strategies for maximizing your streaming revenue. It will also offer insight on how to keep on top of the ever-changing DSP landscape.
We’ll cover everything from playlisting and algorithms to understanding royalty structures and the importance of data analytics. Whether you’re an artist, manager, or label representative, this session will provide the tools and knowledge you need to build a strategy for the streaming era.
Check back again soon for new content as we continue to build the MusicNL Online Learning Library!