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When I was seventeen I read an article about a woman who worked in entertainment PR. I instantly knew that was the industry I wanted to be a part of. I started auditioning and putting myself out there. After opening for national acts and working with local bands for several years I’ve seen quite a bit of the good, the bad and the tone deaf. I've booked, promoted and attended numerous shows; I’ve seen bands think they can make it with no promotion and I’ve also seen musicians who work their butts off, get results. I read everything I can get my hands on and am determined to be in the know, all the time. I have an opinion on almost everything and I’m excited at the opportunities that exist for Indie artists today. The good news is that there is a montage of opportunities. Unfortunately that’s also the bad news; there are so many websites promising to help artists get discovered that many Indie artists don't know where to start. My hope is to share what I’ve learned in order to help Indie artists make the best possible use of their time and money.

Saturday, May 28, 2011

Don't just cross your fingers...

So many people have the notion that if a band is talented enough they will "make it". Although it's never actually been that easy, these days there's even more to consider than the standard:
1-form band
2-write songs
3-play shows
4-record album
5-cross fingers
Artists have so many resources at their fingertips in order to share their work and not only develop, but maintain and grow the relationships they forge with their fans. While it is important to have social networks and street teams in place, there is another option that may help expedite the process of finding the ever illusive "big break". With product placement in nearly every t.v. show and movie coming out, having your music be part of something with mass appeal can be even more effective than being the next viral video on YouTube.