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Scott Weiland @ the Galaxy
20 December 2011 11:04 PM | No CommentsWeiland is notorious for his ever-changing looks and persona, but when he finally came out on stage at 10:40, he revealed an alter ego that no one was expecting.
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Dan Vickrey & Tender Mercies: The First Fresh Batch
20 December 2011 10:49 PM | No CommentsYou might remember a little band called Tender Mercies we folks at OCMM fell in love with last month, thanks to the band’s stellar debut album.
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Headshine @ House of Blues, Anaheim
17 December 2011 11:33 PM | No CommentsWhen you hear about a local band opening for legendary Bob Marley’s The Wailers, presumably you have high expectations for that band’s talent.
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Music Marketing Archive
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Big Brother and the Music Business
Posted on January 22, 2011 | No CommentsLike the TSA, where everybody is treated like a terrorist, Universal Music Group is now treating their customers like pirates by embedding tracking information in downloadable music… As somebody who... -
Who is Esteban?
Posted on January 14, 2011 | No CommentsYou’re up late and turn on the TV, flipping through the 100+ channels to find something worth watching… And there he is… A man in a black hat and sunglasses,... -
8-Year-Old Sells More Records Than You Do
Posted on January 7, 2011 | No CommentsOk, I don’t really know that, because I don’t know how many records you’ve sold, but after watching this video, I think it’s a safe bet. Great marketing from both... -
[Music Marketing] John Mayer Deletes Twitter Account
Posted on September 17, 2010 | No CommentsLast month, I decided to stop using Twitter. John Mayer has gone one step further and deleted his account entirely. He's moved everything over to Tumblr. -
Your Press Kit is Crap!
Posted on September 3, 2010 | No CommentsThis guy comes off as a total nut, but he's got some really good advice on the subject of business cards, which also applies to press kits... -
Using Craigslist to Find New Band Members
Posted on July 30, 2010 | No CommentsSaw this as part of a documentary series about how people use Craigslist and thought it would be a good introduction to a discussion on the topic of how to... -
Copying Music Expands the Music Business
Posted on May 26, 2010 | No CommentsOne of the common things that comes up during episodes of Music Business Radio is something I call "life of a song." This can mean a number of things, but usually refers to: -
Attention Music Industry Flood Victims in Nashville
Posted on May 11, 2010 | No Comments“The reason for my help is simple,” says Ciofani. “Country music has always been a big part of my life and my family’s life, too. It's nice to be able to give back to the Nashville community without any expectations in return. In a crisis like this, my only motivation is to make sure people are educated about their options and to make sure they aren’t being taken advantage of, because I’ve seen it happen so many times before.” -
[Music Marketing] Your Music Career
Posted on April 21, 2010 | No CommentsI don't want to be one to rain on a parade, even if the parade is a fantasy one, but it amazes me how many musicians and songwriters I meet who aren't actually doing anything related to music. I'm not going to sit here and judge what music business"success" is, because that is relative, but I will make this judgment when it comes to the music itself... -
Music Marketing Tips
Posted on April 15, 2010 | No CommentsDo it now. -
Music Promotion on CNN
Posted on April 15, 2010 | No CommentsA band called Handsome Furs partnered with Sub Pop and CNN to do a Web series about its tour of Asia. Band members filmed it themselves using Flip cameras. -
Obama Wants to talk to Musicians and Songwriters
Posted on April 15, 2010 | No CommentsThe Obama Administration is asking to hear from creators, including songwriters and recording artists, about how intellectual property infringement affects your livelihood. The Administration is also seeking advice on what the government could be doing to better protect the rights of artists and creators in the United States. -
Why Do You Make Music?
Posted on April 15, 2010 | No CommentsIt's your choice, each of these things has its place, and there is no wrong answer. However, there is a big difference between the three, which many seem to lack understanding of. -
Behind the Scenes of a Big Ass Tour
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Top 10 Ways to Make Your Gig Unforgettable
Posted on April 11, 2010 | No CommentsSo you’ve booked a gig. Now you have one mission: To make it so unforgettable that the people who attend can’t stop talking about it. You want them to come to your next show, and bring their friends. So what can you do to make your gig the best it can be? -
The Future of Vinyl Records
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Your Online Music Marketing Report Card
Posted on April 11, 2010 | No CommentsHave you ever asked yourself these questions about your online music marketing? -
Being an Original Artist
Posted on April 9, 2010 | No CommentsJust recorded an episode of Music Business Radio with Ed Bazel of CorporateArtists.com. One of the things we talked about was the various venues for musiciansto perform, including clubs, corporate events, symphony events,casinos, colleges, and fairs -
A Bill of Rights for Songwriters and Composers
Posted on April 9, 2010 | No CommentsJust as citizens of a nation must beeducated about their rights to ensure that they are protected andupheld, so too must those who compose words and music know the rightsthat support their own acts of creation. Without these rights, whichdirectly emanate from the U.S. Constitution, many who dream of focusingtheir talents and energies on music creation would be economicallyunable to do so - an outcome that would diminish artistic expressiontoday and for future generations. At this time, when so manyforces are seeking to diminish copyright protections and devalueartistic expression, this Bill of Rights for Songwriters and Composerslooks to clarify the entitlements that every music creator enjoys. -
10 Signs It’s Time to Fire a Band Member
Posted on April 9, 2010 | No CommentsNo one wants tohave to do it, but there may come a point when a single member of theband really is holding everyone back. It isn’t a decision to be madelightly, but if it is really keeping you from seeing your potential,you need to make your decision with your head, not your heart. How doyou know if it’s time to fire a band member? Here are some signs tolook out for: