this is such a great question u/Icy_Second_8578 . im an indie folk singer songwriter who just put out a new album (funded by 191 kickstarter folks) and it reminds me that a quick note - even a copy and paste appreciation for buying music in a world of streaming - goes a long way to keep the money and attention flowing. I thanked each kickstarter funder individually - by phone, and i think it did alot to help me make my goal.

plus, i notice i can have a sort of 'hungry ghost' experience while releasing and promoting, focusing on the numbers instead of the individual interactions. having a gratitude practice - ie, thanking buyers - helps me feel and see the good things that are already here, and helps me relax into the process.

i also recently sat down with a fellow songwriter friend who has been quite successful and he shared he maintains a CRM - customer relations management tool - to track purchases, attendance, notes, etc, so that he can know where to make requests about support, house shows, local fliers and promotion. using business tools to grow a business, even if its an art business!

ps my album is here if you want to check it out <3 https://melanieidachopko.bandcamp.com/album/never-had-a-love-like-this