The CollabWav blog
Practical advice for independent musicians who want to find the right collaborator and finish the song.
Write a Collaboration Request That Gets Replies
A good collaboration request is specific. Learn what to include, what to leave out and how to word it so singers, producers and players actually reply.
ReplyingHow to Reply to a Collaboration Request
Want to be chosen for a project? Here is how to read a request, write a short reply and send a sample that makes the poster want to work with you.
Working together7 Things to Agree On Before You Collaborate
Online collaborations go wrong over unspoken assumptions. Settle credit, splits, files, deadlines and what happens if it stalls before you record a note.
MoneyPaid, Free or Split: What to Offer Collaborators
Should you pay a collaborator, work for credit or offer a royalty split? A plain guide to each option, what it means and how to choose the right one.
FinishingHow to Finish a Song With a Collaborator
Collaborations stall in the middle. Learn how to give feedback, handle versions, keep momentum and cross the finish line with a remote collaborator.
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