How doable is it to make money from social media such as Instagram or TikTok making drumming videos?

I’ve been a drummer since I was 5 so I think I’m pretty decent. I see many drumming accounts with lots of followers who aren’t in famous bands, and I wonder if it’s possible to earn some money on the side with this. I don’t have much time to invest as I’m in uni and have a part-time job.

I’d say just go for it! We regret 100% of the chances we don’t take. If you’re not fully passionate and just in it for the money, chances are you won’t succeed, but that’s just my take.

Morgan said:
I’d say just go for it! We regret 100% of the chances we don’t take. If you’re not fully passionate and just in it for the money, chances are you won’t succeed, but that’s just my take.

I feel the same! I was grade 8 by 17, and I’m 18 now, trying to explore other opportunities!

@Sky
Definitely go for it! I regret not pursuing session drumming—there’s big money and great career opportunities in that field!

Morgan said:
@Sky
Definitely go for it! I regret not pursuing session drumming—there’s big money and great career opportunities in that field!

Do you know how to get into session drumming? That’s literally my dream job. I’m studying music performance at uni but uncertain about what else I can do to go pro.

@Sky
Not really, I didn’t finish school, but I managed to earn £60k, so I never thought about it much past 19. I’m sure there are people here who can help!

Morgan said:
@Sky
Not really, I didn’t finish school, but I managed to earn £60k, so I never thought about it much past 19. I’m sure there are people here who can help!

Fair enough! Thanks for the motivation!

The only way to know is to start and NOT give up for at least a year. It takes time to build up an audience.

Consider doing live reactions from the park or similar places. I want to see how people react to your drumming. Use popular songs that resonate with your viewers.

Try affiliate marketing; it’s one of the easiest and most effective ways to make money, yet no one talks about it.

Briar said:
Try affiliate marketing; it’s one of the easiest and most effective ways to make money, yet no one talks about it.

Can you explain a bit more about that?

Sky said:

Briar said:
Try affiliate marketing; it’s one of the easiest and most effective ways to make money, yet no one talks about it.

Can you explain a bit more about that?

I find websites with affiliate programs, then I take my affiliate link and promote it on social media. Having a large following helps, and I earn money from that.

It’s a tough niche, but you could live stream and receive monetary gifts. Alternatively, you could create a business making custom pieces for people. I see piano players do this; for example, someone requests a Drake song, and the pianist figures out the sheet music and sends a recording.