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The Music Biz Week in Review 5/10/13
The landscape of the music industry has changed vastly over the past ten years. We are no longer in the times where being successful musician is tied to record deals and album sales. Today people turn to the Internet for their music needs. Although the Internet has diminished the album sales and profits the music industry was accustomed to, it is also creating new opportunities for up and coming musicians to gain exposure for free. Top … Read entire article »
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The Music Biz Week in Review 4/26/13
Are you a DIY artist trying to get your name out there, but you’re not really sure how to do it? Well, this week we’re gonna offer you some pointers that will hopefully help you along! For Starters, if you have an album you’re trying to sell, it’s important to create a press release to make people aware of your project … Read entire article »
The Music Biz Week in Review 4/19/13
Hey all! This week we’re focusing on how and where to use the limited recourses you have as a developing artist. Here some great sites and articles we think are helpful. Enjoy! Trying to decide if you should invest in getting on the radio? GrassRootsy.com is a great blog on marketing for independent artist. This week they had some great insights … Read entire article »
The Music Biz Week in Review 4/5/13
There have been a lot of amazing changes in the music industry over the last 5 years and technology has been the driving force behind most of them. Bands now have several methods of direct communication with fans through social media sites and music lovers now have programs like Spotify, iTunes and Shazzam, that immediately help them discover and listen … Read entire article »
The Music Biz Week in Review 3/22/13
Every musician knows that spreading the word about your music is easier said than done. It can be an expensive and annoying process, and can be the one thing standing between you and hitting the stage. In this week’s College of Charleston 1770 Records blog, we’d like to share a few links to tools we’re had success using in hope … Read entire article »
10 Email Marketing Tips for Musicians
Begin with a Goal in Mind – Why exactly are you sending out emails to your fan list? This is a very important question to think through before hitting the send button on your next newsletter. Hint: Email newsletters are a great way to maintain and strength relationships with existing fans. Also note, email is a very poor tool for … Read entire article »
The Music Biz Week in Review 3/15/13
So your gig is coming up and you want to make sure that your event gets a solid turnout. Advertising your show properly is essential in ensuring that people will be in attendance; whether your performing at a local bar, restaurant, or small music venue. Today’s technology offers countless methods of advertising but we must not forget about advertising and … Read entire article »
