Getting good press coverage for your band often requires crafting the perfect promo email. Here we look at what the necessary components of a great promo email are, depending on the needs of both the sender and the recipient. ________________________ Guest Post by Kira Grunenberg on Soundfly’s Flypaper What defines…
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Are Facebook Ads Worth It?
Facebook has grown massively since it’s creation in 2004, and the scope of it’s audience is such that getting anyone to see your post, particularly if you are a band or artist, can often necessitate shelling out for costly ads, but are they worth it? _____________________ In this latest piece…
Promoter Live Nation Is Now Also The Biggest, Baddest Music Management Company In The World
The globe’s biggest concert promoter is now also the globe’s biggest management company, according to an SEC filing. It’s news that send shivers down the spines of booking agents (and competing promoters) worldwide. Who needs an agent when you can book your tour by dialing an extension on the Live…
Spotify Launches #SXSW Fan Hub, Curated Playlists
Spotify has teamed with SXSW to share the festival’s music experience with those unable to travel to Austin. Users can access Spotify SXSW genre-specific curated playlists on the SXSW 2017 hub on Spotify and within the SXSW GO app. For those able to experience live some of the 2,200 artists…
Twitter Tips, Tricks, And Best Practices For 2017
The massive scale of Twitter’s user base makes it a valuable platform for reaching large swathes of fans, particularly those outside of what might be described as your typical demographic. Here we look at some current tips, tricks, and ideas for connecting with potential fans on Twitter in 2017. ____________________…
SoundCloud 101: Guide To Making Money On SoundCloud
Similar in its design to YouTube Monetization, SoundCloud Monetization gives artists the opportunity to play ads during their tracks, giving them a chance to make actual money of SoundCloud. Here we look at how it’s done. _________________________ Guest Post by Ta’Rikah Jones on SymphonicBlog SoundCloud Monetization allows artists and labels…
This Fortnight in Music Supervision & Sync: Awards Shows, Subarus, Shazam, So Much More
A complete run through of the latest and greatest in sync licensing and music supervision in in film, tv, gaming and much more over the past fortnight, courtesy of Synchblog. Film and TV Who will win best song at The Oscars? Popularity helps (The New York Times) When choosing best…
Use Twitter To Supercharge Your Music Network
Twitter is a complex and sometimes confusing platform for microblogging, particularly for those unfamiliar with it. Here we look at how to make the platform work better for you, specifically through the use of Twitter lists. ___________________________ Guest Post by Andrew Apanov on Soundfly’s Flypaper Twitter is all about the…
Music Investment Act Making Georgia Appealing To Musicians
What a peach. A state that seems to have a firm grasp on the value of entertainment, Georgia is about to pass the Music Investment Act, intended to make the state more financially appealing for artists both to outsiders and those native to the state. ________________________ Guest Post by Bobby…
Musician’s Guide To Setting And Achieving Goals [Cyber PR]
Most people set goals at the beginning of the year, but you can set them at anytime! Here is CyberPR’s Musician’s Guide to Setting & Achieving Goals. __________________________________ Ask yourself: Is now the time I want to make a difference for my musical career? And if so – what difference…