Bands |
Posted by guest author
Aug
10
2009
This music industry you find yourself entrenched in can bring great rewards but without proper guidance has also been known to bring great failures… time and time again. It is imperative that musicians and their public relations dealings are handled as professionally and completely as possible. A proper internet presence along with constant musical appearances are the order of the day.
Artists Who Are Not Being Seen Are Being Forgotten
It’s true that most independent acts nowadays are satisfied with self management, however, with self serviced public relations there is usually little or no accountability. In order to ensure your requirements are being met, you must be absolutely confident that the tasks your band need completed, are indeed completed as effectively and efficiently as possible.
Music Relation Services Are A Step In That Direction
No one can claim to be able to fulfill all of your business requirements, but getting you pointed in the right direction and primed for growth is an absolute must. With assistance in completing a professional website, a band/artist biography and a photographic portfolio, a music business team can move you from mediocrity to a well oiled musical machine. Independent music services are able to work with you to develop a fundamental and necessary plan of action, while staying within your budget. What these services provide you is a tangible road map to follow, allowing you to work on what you do best. Create great music!
Bands |
Posted by guest author
May
21
2009
Ty Cohen, the music industry’s most recognizable voice! Ty is the C.E.O of Platinum Millennium Publishing, Platinum Millennium Records as well as owner of www.MusicContracts101.com and www.MusicIndustrySuccess.com
You have to find radio airplay time if you’re going to be heard and we’re not just talking the local college campus. The trick is called promotion. Now that doesn’t mean you just put your press kit in an envelope with a demo and hope they take pity on you. Perhaps you call a station and they give you the standard pitch of, “Send it and if we like it we’ll put you in rotation.” After a few months of never hearing your music, you automatically think you’re not worthy.
First, don’t buy that. You’re one of hundreds, maybe even thousands depending on your city. Your disc will probably end up in the trash or, for more enterprising DJ’s, on Ebay in a one-cent CD sale. If you want to be heard and make potential sales, you have to stand out from the crowd, and in this jewel of an article, I’ll show you Five(5) Knock ‘em Dead Ways to Do Just That!:
Bands |
Posted by guest author
May
07
2009
By Ricky Roberts
There are a lot of factors that go into getting prepared to book shows for your band. I learned early on that there are many important factors that go into getting a band performance worthy. Many times I have went to see a band perform and have been disappointed at the final result. These bands are never around for long, and are not bands that I would wish to join.
MEMBERS
The first thing that is required are members. The most crucial part is often finding members who have the same level of interest in the proposed project. Many bands are composed of friends or of other local musicians found in the close knit community of musicians in your area. Potential members can be found through many free websites offering musician placement on the internet, or at a local music store that often provides a bulletin board for musicians looking for bands.
Bands |
Posted by guest author
May
05
2009
Music business expert David Hooper is host of the syndicated radio show, Music Business Radio. Visit MusicMarketing.com for more information on David and additional music business advice.
By David Hooper
No man—or band—is an island. The success of any musician is the cumulative effort of many people. As you set out to become a legend, there are ten people you want to surround yourself and your band with. Whether you hire these folks, or simply find them and build a mentoring relationship with them—they have the expertise you need to get where you want to be: on top.
1. Stylist
Stylists aren’t just for corporate bands. Someone who is an expert in style and public opinion can give you an objective view about how other people see you. Talk to a stylist about your overall sound and the vision of your band and get some feedback about ways you can express that with your on-stage appearance.
2. Graphic Designer
