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Musician tracking driving mileage to gigs for tax deduction purposes
music-business·March 26, 2026·7 min read

How to Calculate Gig Mileage for Your Tax Return

Driving to gigs, rehearsals, and gear pickups adds up fast. Learn the rules around gig mileage tracking, what qualifies as a deduction, how to log it properly, and what records the IRS expects you to keep.

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Musician managing multiple band calendars and gig schedules
music-business·March 13, 2026·7 min read

Maximizing Earnings: A Guide to Multi-Apping Gigs

Musicians who play in multiple bands, do session work, and take dep gigs need a multi-apping strategy to stay organized and maximize income. Here's how to juggle it all without dropping the ball.

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Young musician counting earnings from a gig performance
music-business·March 6, 2026·7 min read

The Musician's Hustle: Making Money from Gigs

A practical guide for aspiring musicians looking to earn money from music. Covers live gigging, selling beats, session work, teaching, busking, and licensing — with honest advice for getting started young.

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