Instagram has added the ability to add a guest to a live stream; and it provides the perfect free platform for direct artist to fan engagement. "Go LIVE With A Friend" launches today for some and will rollout globally to all Instagram users in the coming months. ________________________________________ Instagram had…
Category archives: Social Media
Best Ways Musicians Can Gather Feedback On Social Media
While record labels were once willing to build an artist’s popularity up from nothing, today’s labels won’t even consider signing an artist without a sizable established following on social media. Here we look at some of the best techniques for successfully growing that following and gathering appropriate feedback from fans…
Social Media Is Adding 1M New Users Per Day, Total Tops 3B Globally [CHARTS]
The new Global Digital Statshot from We Are Social and Hootsuite shows that the number of people using social media globally has just passed the impressive three billion mark, with no signs of slowing. In the last quarter, social media added more than 1 million new users each day. ___________________________________…
In Another Step Towards Music, Facebook Acquires Source Draft
Although music has historically taken a backseat for Facebook, there’s been some movement behind the curtain of the popular social network suggesting this could soon change, most recently through the purchase of rights management startup Source3. ____________________________ Guest post by Bobby Owsinski of Music 3.0 Music hasn’t been a huge…
How To Reach Fans On Facebook Live
For most DIY artists, promoting over Facebook has become a huge hassle and can often seem more trouble than it’s worth organic reach now often next to impossible. In this article we look at the potential of Facebook live, and how it can be used to effectively reach fans. __________________________…
How To Contact Music Journalists Via Social Media
While social media has made it easier than ever to directly contact people within the industry, the precise approach which one uses in doing so can still make or break the success of the interaction, particularly when it comes to music journalists. ____________________ Guest post by Allison Johnelle Boron of…
Making Connections: 6 LinkedIn Tips For Musicians
For artists, networking can be a great way to grow a fanbase, as well a good way to gain the attention of potential fans. On such useful and often overlooked tool for this is LinkedIn. Here we cover some valuable tips for musicians new to the social media platform. ____________________________________…
How To Use Social Media Influencers To Drive Live Show Attendance
[UPDATED] Social influencer marketing has been gaining a lot of buzz recently and, although it can be highly effective, it can also be complex and confusing method of marketing, one which requires a carefully thought out strategy in order for it to be executed effectively. _________________________________ Guest post Christy Huggins…
Top 10 Powerful Moments That Shaped Social Media History Over the Last 20 Years
Do you remember your first social media profile? Or, how about your first social media post?
10 Tips For Twitter Every Musician Should Know
Social media can be either a huge asset or a recipe for disaster, depending on how it’s utilized. Here we look at ten quick tips for musicians on Twitter that can help them up their social media game and transform their Twitter presence. ____________________________ Guest post by Ashlee of Wysidio…