The Solo Musician's Playbook: A Guide to Career Success

By Tony Johnson and JD Anthony

Being a great musician isn't enough anymore.

In today's music economy, solo artists must think like entrepreneurs, marketers, and strategists-while still creating meaningful, authentic art. The Solo Musician's Playbook: A Guide to Career Success is your practical, no-nonsense roadmap to building a sustainable music career on your own terms.

Written by a seasoned industry professional with decades of real-world experience both on stage and behind the scenes, this book goes beyond inspiration and dives into execution. You'll learn how to treat your music like a business without losing your creative soul.

Inside this playbook, you'll discover how to:

Build a clear career strategy as a solo musician

Price, book, and negotiate gigs with confidence

Create multiple income streams beyond live performances

Market yourself effectively without relying on a label

Manage finances, branding, and long-term growth

Avoid common traps that stall or end music careers

Whether you're an acoustic performer, singer-songwriter, cover artist, or independent original musician, this guide gives you tools you can apply immediately-checklists, frameworks, and proven approaches that work in the real world.

This isn't about overnight fame.
It's about longevity, professionalism, and control of your career.

If you're ready to stop guessing and start building a music career that lasts, The Solo Musician's Playbook belongs in your hands.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GDXWRKZ6
• ISBN13: 9798242475465
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.0" x 10.0"