Resource Library
Resource Library
Expand Your Music Business Knowledge
…with ATXM's Free Resource Library & Educational Videos
Success in today’s music industry requires more than talent alone. Independent musicians must navigate publishing, royalties, contracts, sync licensing, marketing, artificial intelligence, and multiple revenue streams while continuing to create and perform. That's why Austin Texas Musicians (ATXM) has developed a growing collection of free educational resources and video content designed specifically for working musicians.
Whether you're just getting started or looking to strengthen your business foundation, our Resource Library and Educational Video Series provide practical guidance to help you build a sustainable music career.
ATXM Master Class Recording: Sync Licensing, Music Placement & Revenue Streams for Independent Artists
Watch ATXM's free on-demand Sync Licensing Master Class and learn how independent artists can prepare, protect, and profit from music placements in film, TV, advertising, gaming, and streaming.
White Paper: AI Legislative Advocacy for Independent Musicians
Download Austin Texas Musicians' AI Policy White Paper exploring copyright, AI training, voice cloning, creator compensation, and legislative solutions to protect independent musicians in the age of artificial intelligence.
Download the Sync Licensing Guide: Turn Your Music Into New Revenue Opportunities
Want your music featured in film, TV, commercials, video games, or streaming content? This comprehensive ATXM guide breaks down the sync licensing process—from rights ownership and metadata to finding music supervisors, pitching your catalog, and getting paid. Learn how independent artists can prepare, protect, and profit from music placements while building sustainable revenue streams beyond streaming. Download the comprehensive Sync Licensing Guide here»
Now Available: Watch the ATXM Master Class on Performance Royalties, Mechanical Royalties & Publishing 101
Watch the recording of ATXM's first 2026 Master Class, Performance Royalties, Mechanical Royalties & Publishing 101. Learn from experts at BMI and The MLC how to maximize your music royalties and build a sustainable music career.
Watch and Learn: ATXM Educational Videos
Discover free music industry education from Austin Texas Musicians. Access downloadable guides, advocacy resources, and educational videos covering sync licensing, royalties, publishing, AI, and more.
Make an impact today
Advocacy isn’t just about making noise—it’s about making change.
🎵 Join us in protecting Austin’s creative future.
Every bit of support goes a long way in helping us help musicians. We’ve got some very impactful new initiatives in motion for 2026, including:
Expanded Paid Performance Opportunities for Musicians
Expanded Education Programming, in Partnership with Local Higher Education
A Downtown Creative Hub, Parking and Safe Escort for Musicians
To continue doing this work, we need your help. Cultivating new partnerships, investment, and donor relations both public and private will be key to our sustainability.
We're putting out a call to all interested corporate partners, angel investors, and music community members and imploring that we all come together to lift up what has proven to be a crucial service to the health of our music community, which truly serves as the cornerstone to Austin’s economic well-being. We hope you’ll help us continue our work by donating, or by contacting us directly to discuss options.