Category: Music Business

Talent is nothing without marketing. You could be a great musician, vocalist, producer, etc but the world will never know if you do not employ the effective methods of promotion. 1. Using proper opinion leaders is very important. Radio and the Press are staples, of course, but you should seek out other opinion leaders online…

In order to get your band booked for future gigs, the band would have to submit a demo tape or CD to a booking manager or company. There are varieties of methods of creating your own band’s demo, listed below are a few of the most common methods: Home recording- To create your own demo…

Submitting your band’s demo to a record company can be a very daunting task. To get an idea of what the record company’s procedures are, get in contact with the company via email and ask them if they are interested in your genre of music, and the submission guidelines. Most record companies would follow some…

Playing your first few gigs can cause a lot of unnecessary stress between band members. To avoid any unpleasant surprises follow some of these simple tips: Directions Make sure you know exactly how to get to your venue. If you are unsure use mapquest or Google maps to give you an idea of your route.…

Music licensing can be seen in music we hear on the radio, in movies and on Television. For example if Cadbury Chocolates decided to use one of The Beatles songs for their new ad campaign, Cadbury would have to buy the rights to use that song from the owner of the copyright. When considering the…

Booking your band with a gig can sometime feel like a daunting task. Here are some tips that can help your band get started: Press Kit- The band’s press kit is, basically, a brief introduction to the band. The quality of your press kit would greatly depend on your budget. Therefore, start off with deciding…

If you are one of those people who want to create your own recording but spending on recording time is way out of your budget, consider the following home recording tips for a more professional sounding track. Use a drum beat – A solo artist would really benefit if he uses this feature. Drum beats…

Once your band has had sufficient practice and has put together a list of songs, it maybe time for your band to start playing some gigs. Make sure the band members are aware of the fact that the first few gigs would most probably have to be performed for free. The first step towards getting…

Bands often ask the question “how can I get my band noticed?”. One obvious yet important factor is that you should love the music you create. If this is the case, you would be more passionate and motivated to let others know why your music is unique and special. Here are some tips for getting…