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Tax tips for independent musicians in 2026

By Ryan DiLello

Tue Mar 17th, 2026 17:09:21

Disclaimer: CD Baby is not a professional tax services company. This article is not tax, legal, or accounting advice, and CD Baby cannot guarantee its information is accurate. The purpose of this article is to impart basic information on taxes as they relate to the music you create and your activities as a musician. This article is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. For advice pertaining to your tax situation, please ask a tax expert. All the information in this article applies only to individuals who live and work in the U.S.

It’s tax season. If you’re an independent artist earning from streaming, live shows, music publishing, and more, knowing what and how to prepare in...

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