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The #1 problem with your music promotion
You’ve finished your best album yet. You’re excited to get your CDs or vinyl back from the manufacturer. You book an album release party. You tell all your fans about the new recording and your upcoming concert. You pack the house, put on an unforgettable show, and sell a bunch of merchandise. Good for you. […]
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18 Ways Musicians Can Make Money
This post originally appeared on the Bandzoogle blog. Dave Cool is the Director of Artist Relations for musician website & marketing platform Bandzoogle. Twitter: @Bandzoogle | @dave_cool One of the biggest challenges facing musicians is generating income. Gone are the days when a band could rely solely on music sales and touring to earn a […]
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Last Week’s Most Read Posts On Hypebot
Beats Music CEO Ian Rogers Largely Missing From Apple Acquisition Coverage YouTube Tips For EDM Beats New Apple Boss: “Music Is Dying” Spotify Was Hacked Intern Mistreatment & The Exploitation Of Musicians State Of EDM Report Rap Genius Founder Resigns After Scandal Indies Reject YouTube Streaming Deal 10 Most Shazamed Songs Related articles Google In […]
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The Week In Music Commentary
Music Industry Mistreatment Of Interns Is Closely Related To Exploitation Of Musicians Social Media and Music: A Brief History …read more Source: Hypebot.com
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Inbound Marketing vs Outbound Marketing
The latest hype when it comes to marketing is Inbound Marketing. Inbound marketing is “IN.” And while outbound marketing hasn’t been kicked to the curb entirely, it’s definitely fading into the background for savvy marketers and business owners. So what is the difference between the two and which strategy is right for your business? Well, […]
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Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y. & Indie Music
Independent Labels Reject YouTube Streaming Deal [Full Text Of Official WIN Statement] Build An Audience By Focusing Your Energy On People Who Connect With Your Music 10 Rules For Promoting Your Live Show With Facebook Events An Action Plan For Connecting Directly With Your Fans After The Show …read more Source: Hypebot.com
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Ariel Hyatt Featured on Music Business Facts Podcast in Australia
I have been having a blast being interviewed on many podcasts recently. Here is part 2 of a 3-part series. This one comes from the Music Business Facts Podcast down under in one of my favorite places to visit – Australia. This Podcast was wonderful for a few reasons: 1. I was interviewed by a […]
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Top Stories This Week: Gaming, Instagram, and Social Sharing
Before you completely unplug for the weekend, be sure to catch up on this week’s top social media news stories. We’ve got a lot of great articles for you, including what you need to know about third-party apps on Facebook. Additionally, we look at Instagram strategies used by universities, how social media is used to […]
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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review
YouTube Releases Video Tips for Electronic Music Beats New Apple Boss Says “Music Is Dying” Electronic Music Industry Report Reveals Intertwined Importance Of Live Events and Social Media Beats Music CEO Ian Rogers Largely Missing From Apple Acquisition Coverage Spotify Has Been Hacked, User’s Data Accessed MORE: Hypebot’s Music Industry News and Jobs Rap Genius […]
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MusicThinkTank Weekly Recap: How Cover Songs Can Take Your Music Career to the Next Level
Lukas Camenzind | How Cover Songs Can Take Your Music Career to the Next Level Jessica Blankenship | 6 Things Every Indie Artist Needs To Know In 2014 …read more Source: Music Think Tank
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How Brands Are Turning Selfies Into Successful Campaigns
What many thought was a passing fad has actually proved to be something much more valuable. The selfie, which was named Oxford Dictionary’s 2013 Word of the Year, has quickly become one of the leading digital trends of today, for better or worse! As with any trend, marketers were eager to figure out how selfies […]
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What’s Changed and What Hasn’t for 3rd Party Apps on Facebook
Facebook this week announced a change to how posts from third-party apps appear in its users’ News Feeds. The algorithm update lowers visibility for posts shared implicitly by third-party apps, making room for more explicit updates from the apps. The new change won’t negatively impact the visibility and reach of posts you make to Facebook […]
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Volu.me Incorporates iBeacons Into Versatile Band Apps To Selectively Reward Fans At Shows
Volu.me is a band app-making company with which I was unfamiliar till I heard of their use of iBeacons to reward fans at shows based on their location in the venue. The use of iBeacon tech has a lot of implications but this is the first I’ve heard of a band app using it for […]
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Hardwell, Above & Beyond and Bob Lefsetz Join Speakers List For EDMbiz Conference
The 3rd annual EDMbiz Conference & Expo heads to The Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas June 17 through 19 with the addition of an expo featuring EDM-related brands. The initial speakers list is quite broad and even includes Bob Lefsetz who will appear for a “special conversation.” Additional highlights include keynote panels with Hardwell and […]
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Music Industry Mistreatment Of Interns Is Closely Related To Exploitation Of Musicians
Lueda Alia has found success on both sides of fence as a writer/editor and a publicist. She currently runs multi-media site MadeOfChalk.com and is the Director of Industry Relations at 24West. The issue of internships has become a hot topic in the music industry lately, and I, for one, welcome the debate. Normally, I try […]
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Crowdfund Your Brick & Mortar Record Store Or Club With Local List
Crowdfunding has become a part of the landscape largely through platforms that have legitimized its variations from Kiva’s microlending to Kickstarters’ rewards-based crowdfunding. With equity crowdfunding still on the way in the States and most crowdfunding platforms project rather than business-based, there haven’t been many options for crowdfunding a new business rewards-style. Local Lift is […]
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June Replication Special – 1,000 CDs in Sleeves
Top quality CD replication at ridiculous prices! Get: 1,000 replicated CDs, full color imprint (offset or silkscreen) 5″ x 5″ full color (4/4) cardboard sleeve Includes shrink wrap All for $699 (plus shipping)! Standard turnaround time for new orders is 10 business days from artwork approval. Wallets & digipaks are 14 business days. All orders will […]
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