How to Succeed as a DIY Artist

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The DIY path is longer, harder, and often lonelier - but it also offers the kind of freedom most artists never experience. In this episode, we break down why confidence isn’t just helpful for a DIY artist… it’s essential. From trusting your vision to making decisions without industry approval, we explore how belief in yourself becomes the fuel that keeps you moving when the road gets steep. If you’re building your career independently, this conversation will remind you why the long way can lead to the fullest creative freedom - and how confidence is the key to getting there. Indie Roots is a small production company started by Haddon, William Toll, and Ian Austin. We specialize in Christian folk music (feel free to

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