An artist developing their online presence is significantly better off building a strong following on a few specific social networks, rather than be spread thin with a lackluster presence on all of them. Here we look at how artists can determine which platform is the right fit for them to…
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Can Tokens Usher In A New Era of Price Flexibility for Artists?
Could bitcoin and tokens be way for artists to better control the sales of their work? In this piece, Adam Levine, Founder & CEO at Tokenly, explains that embracing new technology can help artists forge deeper connections with fans and make money based on what they think their work is…
Musicpreneur: Making Money in Music – #MusicBizBooks
#MusicBizBooks is a new blog series from Cyber PR’s founder Ariel Hyatt, curating and reviewing some of the best books about the music industry.
Roundup Of All Major Instagram Changes
It’s been a busy year for Instagram. In addition to a complete overhaul of the app’s layout in an effort to achieve a more minimalist look and an algorithm based feed, the company is also set to release a series of new marketing and promotion tools. _______________________________ Guest Post by…
12 Songs Which Inspired Social Progress
Although assembling such a list is by no means an easy task, and one which is impossible to do in any comprehensive capacity, we here look at twelve songs which, in on way or another, inspired or precipitated some form of significant social progress. __________________________ Guest Post by Steve Baltin…
How To Share YouTube Playlists Links And Why [A 77 Second Video Guide]
When their done watching your great YouTube video, users are then directed to watch music by other bands, unless you follow this quick guide on how to direct them easily back to your own playlist. via CDBaby Related articles This Week’s Most Read Posts on Hypebot.com How To Make Money…
An Introvert’s Guide To Dealing With Bandmates
While many typical introvert qualities, such as their ability to work for long periods in isolation, can make them excellent musicians, interacting with bandmates can often still be a discomfort-causing challenge. Here we look at some ways to overcome this hurdle. _____________________________ Guest Post by Casey van Wensem on the…
Virtual Reality And The Implications For The Music Industry
With some artists like Taylor Swift and Bjork already embracing the technology, it seem the music industry is ripe for the integration of virtual reality, although the technology will still face many barriers as it transitions form early adopters to the mainstream. _______________________ Guest Post by Carl Hibbert 2016 is…
Bandzoogle Adds Premium Email Services
Email marketing is more important than ever. After all, social networks fall in and out of favor, (remember MySpace?) and Facebook is constantly changing its algorithm. ______________________________________ In response to the increasing importance of email marketing to musicians, music web site and marketing platform Bandzoogle has added an affordable premium…
Complete Guide To Email Marketing For Musicians
Although social media tends to get most of the focus when it comes to artist’s online marketing, email remains one of the most effective ways for artists to market themselves to their fans. Here we look at a comprehensive guide to email marketing, from choosing a platform, to analyzing data….