Supports musicians with legal issues, health and pension benefits and provides resources and networking opportunities.

ASCAP is a membership organization providing licensing and distribution representation and distributes royalties for copyrighted works specifically for composers, songwriters, lyricists, and music publishers.

Phone: (800) 95-ASCAP

The Artist Management Resource was launched in August 2007 by the Indie Managers Association as a central point of information and resources for both artist managers and self-managed artists. The music-oriented website lists definitions of roles, links to resources, helpful articles and an Artist Management Manual for purchase.

BMI offers services and programs to help members develop their skills and gain industry exposure. Also available are musical instrument, health and life insurance programs, and various industry discounts.

Megan Kuhar is a brand strategist who works with professional musicians and artists, teaching them how to build their brand and find their fans, through the use of social media and marketing technology. Her online course, Fan Finder, walks participants through strategies for branding and organically growing an audience, and she also offers 1:1 coaching for musicians and artists looking for help in growing their online presence.

This website provides information on the Grammy awards, the Recording Academy, the Grammy Foundation, Musicares, and the Latin Recording Academy.

The SGA created the first standard uniform popular songwriters contract. This website provides industry news, event listings, and members are provided with additional services.

TAXI is an independent artist & repertoire company. Members also receive a monthly newsletter about the industry and access to an online database designed to help with finding collaborators, band mates, producers, vocalists, and other contacts.

Phone: (800) 458-2111