For many independent musicians, isolation is just part of the job. You book your own gigs, promote your own releases, and hustle solo to make every connection count. It’s a grind, one that can feel empowering at first, but eventually starts to wear you down. And while the image of the “lone creative” makes for a good story, it rarely leads to a sustainable career. Because here’s the truth: no independent artist builds a career entirely alone, and they shouldn’t have to.