Music funding changed everything for Anmara. The Virginia-based singer-songwriter has secured over $75,000 through grants, crowdfunding, and her recent Chrome City Records deal.

In this episode, Anmara shares her approach to financing her music career. She won a prestigious $75,000 House Artist Grant in 2014. Later, she successfully built albums through Patreon pre-orders.

We explore her evolution from dreamy ambient folk toward pop. Chrome City Records now invests in exploring her pop star potential. Plus, she shares DIY strategies for creating professional music videos and photo shoots on minimal budgets.

Anmara compares crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter versus Patreon. She discusses receiving multiple grants from Prescott College. She also shares the healthy habits that fuel her continuous creative output.

From charting on iTunes’ top 100 singer-songwriter albums to touring Europe and the West Coast, Anmara opens up about several topics:

• Imposter syndrome
• Today’s changing music consumption landscape
• Her mission to touch lives through music and newsletter
• Essential self-care practices for show days

This conversation offers insights and inspiration for independent musicians. It covers diverse revenue streams like grants, crowdfunding, and label partnerships. Learn how to build sustainable careers on your own terms.

Whether you’re exploring funding options or seeking creative inspiration, this episode provides practical wisdom from an artist who consistently finds innovative ways to fund and create her art.

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