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Making great music isn’t enough anymore.
That’s why we give you a system for getting real fans.

Who we work with:

Most independent artists who want to build a real fanbase start here. 👇

Learn How to Get More Fans in Just 5 Days!

Learn how to grow a thriving fanbase without posting every day, fighting algorithms, or burning out. Inside the Get More Fans Challenge, you’ll follow a simple system that actually works for busy musicians.

Join hundreds of musicians who have taken the challenge.

👉 Yes, I Want More Fans

Learn How to Get More Fans in Just 5 Days!

Learn how to grow a thriving fanbase without posting every day, fighting algorithms, or burning out. Inside the Get More Fans Challenge, you’ll follow a simple system that actually works for busy musicians.

Join hundreds of musicians who have taken the challenge.

👉 Yes, I Want More Fans

Musicians: 
When You Use the Indie Music Academy,
You Get More Streams & Fans.

 

It's that simple.

We believe that every musician deserves a chance at building the fanbase of their dreams, and navigating the music industry shouldn’t feel impossible.

But the vast majority of artists, managers, and labels struggle to find high-quality promotion services and don't know where to start if they need to learn how to promote the right way. Plus, real marketing is merit-based, which means that you need to become the type of artist worthy of attracting new fans. 

Thankfully, the Indie Music Academy can help.

Here at the IMA, we'll either set up a killer marketing campaign for your music or teach you how to do it yourself—specializing in all musical genres! From landing high-traffic Spotify playlists, to setting up powerful social media ads, we help you grow on Spotify way faster.

Have us do all the promotion for you with our professional team of marketers, or learn the skills yourself and manage your own powerful marketing campaigns after joining a program. The possibilities are endless! Are you ready to get started?

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Here's what we can do for you:

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100% Organic Spotify Playlist Promotion

Experience the power of the world’s top 1% curator network – where we bridge the gap between artists and global exposure.

  • 100% Real & Organic Human Listeners
  • No Bots, Low-Quality Ads, or Engagement Schemes
  • Our Unique Approach is powered by Search Engine Optimization (SEO) & is Spotify Terms of Service (TOS) compliant which means you never risk the safety of your music
  • All with a 100% Refund Guarantee
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Our best clients also add Spotify Ads Management. Click here to learn more.

Ads Management...

Full-Service Spotify Ads Management

Partner with us as we deliver long-term custom advertising campaigns designed and built around your music brand.

  • We handle everything from video editing, campaign management, multi-song promotion, new releases, Spotify optimization, and reporting.
  • Guaranteed listeners and followers that interact with your Spotify account with minimum performance goals & KPIs.
  • Customized social media advertising based on what fits best with your music and artistic vibe.
  • Optimized for triggering the Spotify Algorithm for long-term growth in multiple streaming categories.
  • 90-Day Minimum Commitment. 
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About the Indie Music Academy

Meet Ryan Waczek

If we haven't met before—hi, my name is Ryan 👋

I'm a growth advisor for independent artists.

Musicians, labels, and artist managers come to me when they want an artist to connect with more people, grow their audience and streams, and earn more revenue.

I started the Indie Music Academy to create for artists what I wish I had when I first started in music.

Now, I'm a 2x Emmy-winning composer, and my teachings have been referenced in nearly 1,000 publications, including on stage at TEDx.

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How Ryan Can Help You

The 5-Day Get More Fans Challenge

Learn how to get more fans without posting every day, fighting algorithms, or burning out. You’ll follow a simple system that actually works for busy musicians. Join hundreds of musicians who have taken the challenge.

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1-1 Private Coaching

Meet regularly with Ryan for a year to strategize and implement an artist strategy that results in massive fanbase growth, success on social media, and increase revenue for your music. 

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VIP Weekend In Nashville

Co-create your winning music advertising strategy with our team in a single weekend. We'll script, film, and launch your promotional campaign including Ads, Playlists, and a mix of visual media for your music. 

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Get Personalized Answers to Every Music Business Question NOW

Ask Ryan AI anything, anytime, day or night. Get expert answers immediately about any business or marketing scenario and grow your music career with confidence. 

➡️ Phase 1 Early Access is Live! Click the button to get grandfathered in.

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What artists are saying:

Great resource for learning the independent artist world—and Ryan is a wizard!

- Tim K.

They are fantastic professionals who do what they say. I have excellent results that have far surpassed any of their competition.

- WTB Entertainment Group

Genuine company that delivers on their promises. I feel it's important to highlight the genuine good guys out there in such a shark-infested industry.

- Amber G.

This is the most legit platform available.

- Mark B.

It's a great place to start if you want to get serious with your music.

- Michael G.

Even though I'm early on in the process, I'm really grateful for the positivity, encouragement and how seemingly impossible steps are broken down into tangible tasks. Thank you for all you do!

- Aimee A.

Indie Music Academy is 100% legitimate. You will be in great hands with Ryan as your guide into the music business.

- Manuel D.

Completely worth the time and money.

- Erin H.

Since I'm a true fan of Ryan's songwriting, producing, and music coaching skills, Indie Music Academy inspires me to reach for the stars with my own music!

- Trey M.

Working with the Academy has been an amazing experience and I’d recommend them to any indie artist looking for guidance.

- Willie W.

Impeccable and timely customer service with a real human... Incredibly easy to work with and you will learn a thing or two along the way! Keep up the great work!

- John C.

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