The contacts listed are sorted into FIVE sections.
1. Publications that will REVIEW your music
2. Radio Stations/Shows that will PLAY your songs
3. Labels, Vendors and Promotional Services that will help you to SELL your CD
4. Sites where you can UPLOAD your band's MP3s or videos
5. Helpful Resources for recording artists
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SECTION ONE: SITES/PUBLICATIONS WHERE YOU CAN GET YOUR MUSIC REVIEWED
Front Row Fanz Magazine
Rebecca
rebecca@frontrowfanz.com
Amanda
amanda@frontrowfanz.com
www.frontrowfanz.com
An online magazine that features interviews, reviews and original video content on new and indie music artists from various genres.
New Reviews
info@new-reviews.co.uk
www.new-reviews.co.uk
We're dedicated to bringing you the hottest new bands, with interviews and reviews, as well as keeping you up to speed on their new releases, tours and such like! (No Jazz, Opera, RnB, Rap or Country).
Under the Radar
238 S. Tower Dr. #204, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
PH: 323-653-8705 FX: 323-658-5738
submissions@undertheradarmag.com
www.undertheradarmag.com
We're known for our in-depth and intelligent interviews and for our sharp photo shoots.
WomensRadio Music Review
7000 Mae Anne Ave. #1227, Reno, NV 89523-7181 (NEW address!)
PH: 888-658-4635 x250 FX: 888-658-4635
Brian Ball
brian@womensradio.com
www.wrmusicreview.com
You’ll find dozens of reviews, streaming audio, digital downloads and music videos from independent
artists in lots of styles and genres from around the world.
Blurt Online
140 Southwood Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20901
PH: 301-257-1074
Scott Crawford
scrawford@blurt-online.com
www.blurt-online.com
Covering everything from Indie Rock stuff to Indie Folk to
Americana to Roots to Punk, Blurt is brought to you by the
creative team behind the lauded HARP Magazine (called "America's
best music magazine" by NPR's Bob Boilen and "the best music
magazine in the country and the one that musicians always read"
by Foo Fighter Dave Grohl).
The Music Ninja
1507 S. Hiawassee Rd. U#113, Orlando, FL 32835
blas@themusicninja.com
www.themusicninja.com
A music blog out to discover the great songs from the past and present. It primarily focuses on independent music from all genres and tries to stay away from mainstream music that you would listen on the radio. There is a lot of great songs being created everyday that most people never get the chance to listen to, The Music Ninja is trying to change that one song at a time! You can send music ANY way you want .. but its always a plus when I can STREAM music before even before having to download anything.
Ma Official
PH: 843-495-7422
Lana "Ma Official" M.
maofficial.sns@gmail.com
www.maofficial.com
Hip Hop blog. Audio, video, reviews etc. I just love good music! Hip Hop, Pop, Rock and all in between. Send me some stuff and get blasted out to my social media base! I just ask that you reciprocate the favor!
forthesound.com
Greg
greg.thimmes@forthesound.com
www.forthesound.com
If you wish to have an album reviewed please email me for our mailing address. You can also contact anyone of our reviewers directly. Only staff administrators will contact you directly regarding materials to be reviewed on the site.
Rob Lo Promo.com
PH: 843-495-7422
Lana "Ma Official" M.
promo.roblo@gmail.com
www.roblopromo.com
Showing love to all the Hip Hop heads in the United States and abroad. We do interviews, showcase music, and anything pertinent to the Hip Hop culture! We will do different combinations of posts to fit your need!
MuzikReviews.com
PO Box 147, Adams, MA 01220
PH: 413-236-9800 x105
Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck
info@muzikreviews.com
www.muzikreviews.com
Indie music reviews & publicity services. Please be aware that our staff of writers will review all submissions fairly and honestly with the review we publish being an objective assessment of the music sent in for consideration. Our goal is to provide honest feedback relative to the music, good, bad or indifferent, for the artist as well as potential fans of the music.
SECTION TWO: RADIO SHOWS AND PROMOTION
2.1 RADIO - STATIONS AND SHOWS
X Radio
4386 S. Eastern Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89119
PH: 888-433-5904
www.xradio.biz
Your official indie music supporter.
Troy's Room
Troysroom@hotmail.com
www.latalkradio.com
Featuring the best in unsigned rock from around the globe!
Rock, Punk, Metal, Prog, garage, Psychadelia
Send MP3s (ONE PER BAND) to the above address.
M3Radio
259 W. 30th St. 12 Fl. New York, NY 10001
PH: 212-564-4611
EmpressRed
miamindmusic@yahoo.com
www.m3radio.com
All genres are accepted but we prefer Metal, Industrial and Electronic.
Live from Rock n Roll Ranch
Box 12, Canadensis, PA 18325
Pieter Holland
pieterholland@hotmail.com
www.livefromrocknrollranch.com
Based on great entertainment and Classic Rock music and everything else in-between… One thing that’s really cool about the show is everyone can be a part of the show by being able to go on the chat line during the show and be able to talk to everyone that’s watching and also the Hosts while the show is in progress. Rock only ... no Hardcore. We accept CD format only.
Song Cat
Mike McCready
mike@musicxray.com
song.cat/the-podcast
Features great songs, new bands and discussion about the new music industry. Music submitted to this blog for consideration is also eligible to be featured on the podcast.
98.2 The Beat
support@982thebeat.com
www.982thebeat.com
Plays Hip Hop, Rap and R&B from unsigned artists and signed artists from around the world.
The Night Ride WBRF
PO Box 838, Galax, VA 24333
PH: 336-218-6030
www.nightrideonline.com
Playing appropriate mixes in various genres of
Country music responsibly with an over-arching
emphasis on up-tempo, hopeful music, involving
listeners through request plays and even short skits
with high attention to the protection of the listener's dignity.
Radiolicious
600 Jefferson St. #1102, Lafayette, LA 70501
PH: 866-697-5293 x3 FX: 337-291-7578
support@radiolicious.fm
www.radiolicious.fm
Features a wide variety of online radio stations and shows.
What's up con Zoel
7929 West Dr., North Bay Village, FL 33141
Zupstar radio@zoel.com
www.zoel.com
Weekly radio show bringing you the latest trends in Urban Music and the latest news. Listen every Wednesday 9 to 10 pm on 89.5 fm Argentina or simultaneously on www.urbana895fm.com.ar.
Unsigned Artists Radio
Julian Bankston
julian@uaradio.net
www.uaradio.net
Our primary goal to provide you with a new revenue and distribution model for your music. You will also be featured on our internet radio station which is broadcast globally.
Island Girl Radio
PO Box 520, North Beach, MD 20714
PH: 301-908-4135
Deanna Dove islandgirl@islandgirlrecords.com
www.islandgirlradio.com
The best free music from unsigned artists from around the globe. We require all artists to register online and sign a release form before submitting. Visit online for details.
YouRockRadio.com
Uncle Indie
yourockmedia@gmail.com
www.yourockradio.com
The way radio was meant to be! In todays world of playlists and radio with zero personality You Rock Radio stands apart from the rest! Give us a listen and see what you've been missin'. We play the best Pop, Rock and Variety music the internet has to offer!
eoRadio
PH: 303-808-8140
Ryan Smith webmaster@eoradio.com
www.eoradio.com
The best free music from unsigned artists from around the globe. We require all artists to register online and sign a release form before submitting. Visit online for details.
2.2 RADIO - PROMOTERS
Mia Mind Music
259 W. 30th St. 12 Fl. New York, NY 10001
PH: 212-564-4611
Stevie B.
mimimus@aol.com
www.miamindmusic.com
An entertainment promotion and marketing company and we're hired by either record companies or artists who have records out. Within our promotion division we are concerned primarily with radio tracking and specialize in working with close to 2000 BDS, CMJ, Mediabase as well as Mediaguide surveyed radio stations across the United States and Canada, while offering help in publicity. We can also provide national record distribution. Within our new media & internet division we focus primarily on website design/hosting/promotion to increase your overall exposure via the internet.
CD Register
PO Box 180902, Utica, MI 48318
PH: 586-480-3000
www.cdregister.com
We provide a direct radio promotion service to make your music available to radio station DJs (community radio, college radio, internet radio, satellite radio, etc..) and Writers (magazines, zines, ezines, webzines, newspapers, etc..) Film & T.V. Production Companies, and Record Companies from around the world. Most locations are in the USA, Canada, Europe, and Australia. When requests for your CD are sent to you from our music industry contacts, you'll get the address where to send your CD. You are provided with direct responses from each contact. Promotion continues for approximately 90 days!
Pic Hitz Radio Promotion
3900 Pelandale Ave. #420, Modesto, CA 95356-9104
PH: 209-551-8700
John Christian jc@pichitz.com
www.pichitz.com
Radio Promotion catering to the needs of small independent labels and artists.
Planetary Group
PO Box 52116, Boston, MA 02205
PH: 617-451-0444 FX: 617-451-0888
adam@planetarygroup.com
www.planetarygroup.com
Check out our radio team that provides full promotional services at the College, commercial specialty promotion, AAA, public, RPM, Hip Hop and Jazz; as well as targeted radio mailing services. We also do publicity! Is the only time you see your name in print when you open up the phonebook? Our veteran in-house publicity department will pitch your project to the print media moguls to help you get the results you need.
UE3 Promotions
Jen
jen@ue3promotions.com
www.ue3promotions.com
Specializes in radio promotion, artist development, consulting services and corporate endorsement acquisitions, along with a state of the art music licensing division.
Powderfinger Promotions
47 Mellen St., Framingham, MA 01702
PH: 800-356-1155 x234
radio@powderfingerpromo.com
www.powderfingerpromo.com
We have solid connections at over 500 college and AAA stations across the U.S. and Canada and hundreds of press contacts.
National Record Promotion
137 N. Larchmont #500, Los Angeles, CA 90004
PH: 323-658-7449 FX: 323-658-7699
Larry Weir
larry_weir@sbcglobal.net
www.heartlandent.com
We promote artists and groups at radio with an emphasis on independent labels and recording artists. Over the last five years NRP has worked with many major acts. National Record Promotion-NRP will assist you in weekly tracking reports...national chart activity & radio interviews.
SECTION THREE: SERVICES/VENDORS/LABELS THAT WILL HELP SELL YOUR MUSIC
3.1 SERVICES - PROMOTION/PUBLICITY
Rock Management USA
84 Gammons Rd. Rice Island, Cohasset, MA 02025
PH: 781-378-2039
Bruce Replogle
rockmanagementusa@gmail.com
www.rockmanagementusa.com
My first PR/Publicity Firm was called Low Key Enterprises, Inc. This was established right after working as Publicist for John Lennon & Yoko Ono on Double Fantasy. Among the Artists I've promoted: Robert Palmer, The Cars, John Mellencamp, Evan Dando & The Lemonheads, The Band, The New Riders of the Purple Sage, Paul Weller & The Jam, Tears For Fears, OMD, Mission of Burma, Buzzcocks, Pixies, Little Feat, Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds, Joan Jett, Commander Cody, Aimee Mann, Duran Duran, The Specials, Squeeze, Sonic Youth, Madness, Aerosmith, Henry Rollins/Black Flag, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Cure, Ray Davies of The Kinks, and many more. All artists who wish to be considered for Management & Promotion please send press kits, CDs/DVDs, and whatever you think relevant to the above address.
Swag City Music Marketing
PH: 321-207-6414
Will
willclark@swagcitymarketing.com
www.swagcitymarketing.com
A full service music promotion firm specializing in Urban, Pop and Gospel music promotion. Contact us for details on how we can make you a big name in the game!
JKMusicwerks
383 Stones River Cove, Nashville, TN 37214
PH: 630-439-6006
Jeffrey Kadlubowski jkmusicwerks@comcast.net
www.jkmusicwerks.com
A PR and marketing company offering independent, budget-conscious artists solid PR work.
Randolphe Entertainment Group
372 Weston St., Waltham, MA 02451
PH: 786-472-7039 x103 FX: 781-983-4120
Serge Randolphe serge@randolphe.com
www.randolphe.com
Music marketing, promotions, promotional tours, website design and internet marketing.
Carnelian Agency
PH: 360-752-9829
www.carnelianagency.com
Our mission is to provide musicians with the services, products and resources they need with professionalism, integrity and an invested belief in the unlimited potential of our clients. Our vision is to offer a one stop artist’s services and products company with several departments under one parent corporation. We provide exceptional customer service and nurture each client relationship with personal dedication.
CTW Promotions
PO Box 40701, Redford, MI 48240
Mike Warden
promotions@conquertheworld.com
www.ctwpromotions.com
We do MySpace promotion for labels, authors, bands and artists. Would you rather have your music profile blowing up daily or just sit there collecting dust?
Music Dealers
650 W. Lake St., Ste. 320 (3S), Chicago, IL 60661
PH: 888-584-0005 x5
Rob Lindquist
rlindquist@musicdealers.com
www.musicdealers.com
Licenses music for use in commercials, TV shows, movies, video games and more. We've established relationships with some of the biggest brands and companies in the world.
xo publicity
PH: 503-281-9696
kaytea@xopublicity.com
www.xopublicity.com
Our firm developed out of a desire to help indie and smaller labels compete in the press race. We offer lower rates and maximum flexibility to make our campaigns run smoothly. XO has a staff of 12 who work on projects as a team. The XO policy is to ensure the continued development of relationships with our artists, labels, writers and editors. Along with press we also offer radio campaigns.
Countdown Entertainment
110 W. 26th St., New York, NY 10001-6805
PH: 212-645-3068 FX: 212-989-6459
James Citkovic
submitmusic@countdownentertainment.com
www.countdownentertainment.com
Represents bands, groups, singers, songwriters, musicians, composers, music producers and music managers to independent music labels and major recording labels for record deals, music licensing deals, film music deals, TV music deals, record distribution and music publishing.
IndiePower.com
PH: 818-505-1836
info@indiepower.com
www.indiepower.com
Started by industry veterans to further the goal of helping develop the cutting edge of new artists and labels with innovative marketing and talent. Combining 25+ years of valuable experience with an arsenal of talents and a passion for breaking albums and artists, Indie Power is about to add a few new pages to the history books! @indie_power
Aditude Advertising
PH: 770-236-0738
info@aditudeadvertising.com
www.aditudeadvertising.com
Our specialty is helping you find and customize the perfect promotional look that will set your group, company or idea apart from the masses.
AIF Records/Music Productions
PO Box 691, Mamaroneck, NY 10543
PH: 914-510-9022
R. Jackson
aifrecords@verizon.net
www.robertjackson.net
Artist career planning and consultation. Mailouts in USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and or Asia to both major labels and indies. Music publishers, music supervisors for possible film/TV/ad agency soundtrack placement, internet record labels.
3.2 SERVICES - VENDORS AND LABELS
IndieRhythm
160 Aztec Way SE, Acworth, GA 30102
PH: 678-574-6310
James McCullough
sales@indierhythm.com
www.IndieRhythm.com
A CD megastore that is dedicated solely to independent music and the artists that create this music. We've got room for all styles, genres and categories!
Apocrypha Records
PO Box 2570, San Francisco, CA 94126
PH: 503-616-3247 FX: 866-395-9752
John MacMurphy
info@ApocryphaRecords.com
www.ApocryphaRecords.com
Metal only record company that provides label and distribution services for artists and other labels.
SECTION FOUR: SITES WHERE YOU CAN UPLOAD YOUR BAND'S MP3s
OR VIDEOS
Monster Vox
3319 School St., Two Rivers, WI 54241
PH: 920-657-4779
Jay Hanning jay@monstervox.com
www.monstervox.com
An indie music ratings engine. Top Videos and top voters are eligible for a variety of prizes offered by opportunity hosts!
Music Xray
Mike McCready
mike@musicxray.com
www.musicxray.com
We deliver a platform that enables musicians to interact directly with top music industry professionals. The professionals on the site provide a range of services to artists from considering songs for specific opportunities to offering song critiques and career coaching. For artists, Music Xray provides a conduit to top gatekeepers and professional feedback at a fraction of the time and expense it would require via any other means. Visit this website for free opportunities http://www.musicxray.com/artist/categories/15
Carolina Hustle
PH: 843-495-7422
Lana "Ma Official" M.
carolinahustlemp3@gmail.com
www.carolinahustle.com
Created so local independent North & South Carolina music artists could have a centralized place to be seen and heard. If you live in the Carolinas (North or South) and you have music that needs to be exposed, hit us up! And yes, we will post more than just Hip-Hop!
NME Breakthrough
music.nme.com
The new music community for new bands and fans from NME - has launched. The new service allows bands and users to upload their music and videos onto profiles on NME.COM for other users to listen to. Join today to for a chance to feature in NME magazine and on NME.COM, and to grow your fanbase. The best bands will also play special NME shows and UK festivals; sign up now and one act will be chosen to play London's Lovebox Festival on July 16!
Spotify
Golden Housem, 30 Great Pulteney St., London, W1F 9NN UK
content@spotify.com
www.spotify.com
We're introducing a wide range of exclusive new features that will not only allow our users to discover, share and manage music more effectively, but make the overall Spotify experience more enjoyable and expansive. A number of new and exciting social functions will allow you to discover and share music like never before.
MusicRevolution
3000 Old Alabama Rd. #119-287, Alpharetta, GA 30022-8555
PH: 678-900-9228
www.musicrevolution.com
The Internet's production music marketplace. We provide customers with great production, or stock, music at affordable prices for film & TV, business & website, background music and more. We provide musicians with the opportunity to sell their music while learning from the best in the music community.
Music Gorilla
12407 Mopac Expressway N. 100-312, Austin, TX 78758
PH: 512-918-8978 FX: 212-258-6394
Alexia
info@musicgorilla.com
www.musicgorilla.com
Exposure to major labels, indie labels, film studios and publishers.
Music Forte
931 W. 75th St. #137-261, Naperville, IL 60540
PH: 888-659-2867
Greg Percifield
greg@musicforte.com
www.musicforte.com
As a social network, we're unique in that we cater to only musicians and music enthusiasts. We've also taken a very intricate approach in seeing that our network is powered by the musical soul. This means that you'll discover music and services that are relevant to you in a myriad of ways.
JukeBoxAlive
311 Montford Ave. Asheville, NC 28801
PH: 828-232-0016
Will Cumberland cumberland@jukeboxalive.com
jukeboxalive.com
Our Advanced Jukebox Player protects your music from being digitally downloaded, yet allows fans to hear your music online. This creates exciting possibilities for you to present yourself to new audiences without being ripped off.
SECTION FIVE: HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR BAND
5.1 RESOURCES - GENERAL
LicenseQuote
19049 Janisse Ln. Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
PH: 951-678-5725
www.licensequote.com
A music licensing e-commerce SAAS (Software As A Service) for independent music publishers, labels, composers and library owners. We have launched a new set of flexible plans with powerful advanced features to enable our clients to cost effectively license their music directly from their own websites while keeping 100% of all their sales revenues. The new LicenseQuote subscription plans pricing has been lowered and adapted to accommodate smaller and much larger catalogs alike. Standard plan capacities include 200, 500, 1000 songs and custom quotes are provided for larger catalogs and libraries.
We Are Listening
www.wearelistening.org
The leading provider of international music contests for performing artists and singer songwriters.
My PR Music Wire
freewire@myprmusicwire.com
www.myprmusicwire.com
We offer press release writing and direct email distribution to thousands of music journalists, radio stations, and managers. You can also post your music press release for free on our website by emailing it to the above address.
Georgia Music Industry Association
www.gmia.org
A network of and for all music industry personnel, especially
songwriters, helping each other reach our goals and creating a
self-sustaining world-class music scene along with community and
business development in Georgia. GMIA holds monthly workshops and
showcases.
MajorLabelScout.com
www.majorlabelscout.com
A one of a kind talent-scouting network. Our mission is to find dedicated young people who are passionate about mainstream music, teach them the fundamentals of artist discovery and development, and empower them to find the superstars of tomorrow.
MusicPro Insurance Agency
45 Crossways Park Dr. Woodbury, NY 11797-2002
PH: 800-605-3187 FX: 888-290-0302
Julie insurance@MusicProInsurance.com
http://www.musicproinsurance.com
Affordable and convenient insurance for musicians, including instruments, equipment, studio, tour, composer's liability, travel accident and health.
Festival Network Online
www.festivalnet.com
There's nothing like a live performance! FNO lists more than 7,000 events throughout the U.S. and Canada seeking performers, from local & regional to national & international. @_festivalnet Search by 22 different music genres, event attendance, zip code radius & more. Plug in festival dates with club dates.
5.2 RESOURCES - CD DUPLICATION
CD Poster Shop
PMB 349, 4676 Commercial St. SE, Salem, OR 97302-1902
info@cdpostershop.com
www.cdpostershop.com
We focus on providing quality CD duplication, CD inserts and posters at affordable prices. We have a CD release package, which includes 100 retail ready CDs, 50 posters, with a free UPC-A barcode and CD Baby setup starting at $230.
Creative Sound Corp.
5515 Medea Valley Dr. Agoura Hills, CA 91301
PH: 818-707-8986 FX: 818-707-8164
info@csoundcorp.com
www.csoundcorp.com
CD/DVD replication, special packages include graphics / high quality color printing. Full Guarantee
for Competitive Pricing & Premium Quality. Plant Locations: California and North Carolina.
Mention that you saw us in The Indie Bible and we will match or beat any advertised price.
CD Rollout
1222 11th St., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
PH: 800-811-7478
Mike Naylor
mike@cdrollout.com
www.cdrollout.com
We offer CD and DVD replication, CD and DVD manufacturing as well as a wide range of services to market and promote your CD or DVD at wholesale rates. It's our "one-stop-shop" convenience that sets us apart from other companies. Check out what we can do for you!
CD Man
PH: 800-557-3347
sales@cdman.com
http://www.cdman.com
Since day one, our mission has been to make manufacturing compact discs easier and cheaper for independent artists. CDman has always prided itself on offering the best quality CDs at the lowest price, while maintaining fast and friendly customer service and support. We work with all clients to achieve 3 main goals; 1. Select excellence in quality above all. 2. Get the best price possible. 3. Maintain great customer support and VIP treatment no matter what size the order.
5.3 RESOURCES - MASTERING
Crazy Daisy Productions
4257 Barger Dr. #171, Eugene, OR 97402
PH: 541-517-1458 FX: 425-790-0630
Erik Veach
info@crazymastering.com
www.crazymastering.com
Our state-of-the-art CD mastering provides high-quality professional sound at a price anyone can afford. Have all the tracks you can fit on a single audio CD (up to 80 min) mastered for only $279!
SongMastering.com
6904 St. Rt. 133, Blanchester, OH 45107
PH: 513-728-0769
Jim Mason
jimmason@songmastering.com
www.songmastering.com
I see songmastering.com as the final step in the recording process, it is a way to give yourself that extra bit of confidence before you post your tune on the net. I see my service as an audio Jiffy Lube, where you can get your song fine tuned for public consumption. I am an independent artist like you and know how important it can be to have the best sounding recordings possible.
ACMastering
PH: 800-335-9103
Adrian Carr
adrian@acmastering.com
www.acmastering.com
There has been a huge paradigm shift in our music industry. Although technology is cheaper and more available than ever there is a greater need for experience and excellence as a producer and mastering engineer. I offer the New York City famous facility Mastering Sound without the famous facility price!
5.4 RESOURCES - MERCH
ABC Pictures
2838 N. Ingram Ave. Springfield, MO 65803
PH:417-869-3456 FX: 417-869-9185
www.abcpictures.com
Quality publicity picture reproduction, posters, 8x10's, headshots & composites for the entertainment industry
Band Merch Canada
PH: 778-988-4286
Chris Murphy
chris@bandmerch.ca
www.Bandmerch.ca
Conceived to act as a central networking hub for musicians, artists, designers, producers and engineers working in the Canadian music industry. The core base of our company remains providing quality merchandise, graphic design, and production services for some of Canada’s hottest up-and-coming musicians.
Band Merch Canada
PH: 778-988-4286
Chris Murphy
chris@bandmerch.ca
www.bandmerch.ca
Conceived to act as a central networking hub for musicians, artists, designers, producers and engineers working in the Canadian music industry. The core base of our company remains providing quality merchandise, graphic design, and production services for some of Canada`s hottest up-and-coming musicians.
Imprint Indie Printing
3449 Technology Dr. #212, North Venice, FL 34275
PH: 941-484-5151 FX: 941-484-5154
Walter
walter@iloveimprint.com
www.iloveimprint.com
Since 1994 we've been helping people create projects to be proud of. We understand every step in the process of putting out records and CD's... We know this because we have done this ourselves... From 7 inch covers to posters, CD replication to custom print work, we take as much pride in your project as you do. We are equipped to give you the best quality at great prices. No matter how big or small your project is, we handle them all with the same attention to detail and care.
5.5 RESOURCES - MUSIC EQUIPMENT
Dot On Shaft Guitars
37 Livingstone St. W., Barrie, ON L4N 7J2
PH: 705-812-1061
http://dotonshaft.com
"The Dot On Shaft name is incredibly significant to us because it represents principles that are near and dear to our hearts and beliefs that we choose to live by. We strive to be independent from the rest, innovate in ideology, intelligent in thought and iconic in stature.
WTSmedia
2841 Hickory Valley Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37421
PH: 888-987-6334 FX: 423-894-7281
Micah Boaz
mboaz@wtsmedia.com
www.wtsmedia.com
CD & DVD recordable media, CD & DVD duplicators, blank audio cassettes, video tapes, labels, professional audio/video recorders and a variety of pro-audio products WTS Media offers the very best. We carry a full line of well-known, professional-grade audio equipment including: Microboards, Shure, Graff, Fender Audio, Verbatim, Sennheiser, Nady, Tascam, Rimage, Marantz, Sony, and many others.
Pick Guy
PO Box 70, Westfield, IN 46074
PH: 317-698-5141
Marty Camire
pickguy@verizon.net
www.pickguy.com
Get NOTICED with custom printed guitar picks! Get guitar picks printed with your own artwork! Our custom printed guitar picks are a great way to promote your band or event and make excellent gifts.
5.6 RESOURCES - STUDIOS
Muzik Studio
14 Chesler Sq. Succasunna, NJ 07876
PH: 973-927-7250
info@muzikstudio.com
www.amuzikstudio.com
We do full production Recording in a friendly, relaxed environment. Our Engineer is Pro-Tools certified and experienced in every phase of the recording and production process. Whether your project is ready to go or in pre-production; MuZik Studio will help you achieve your dream. In-house musicians available including drums and percussion. We are a modern equipped results oriented studio!
5.7 RESOURCES - EDUCATIONAL
Rock Links
www.rocklinks.co.uk
A music promotion and marketing blog, providing free information and advice to musicians. The blog is designed to help you get more exposure for your music, help you to manage your music career and to provide you with opportunities to promote yourself.
North by Northeast Music and Film Festival
189 Church St. LL, Toronto, ON M5B 1Y7
PH: 416-863-6963 FX: 416-863-0828
info@nxne.com
www.nxne.com
Canada’s #1 showcase for new independent music, where fans can catch great local and international performers at intimate venues. An industry conference featuring celebrity interviews as well as panels and information exchanges for artists and music-biz professionals. NXNE has always been about the music. The festival gives 500 local, national and international artists the chance to rock the crowds and to showcase for agents, talent buyers, media, promoters, labels and management company heavies at a variety of essential downtown venues.
5.8 RESOURCES - TOOLS
QR Codes
staff@Qrickit.com
www.QRickit.com
A QR Code (a.k.a. QRickit) is a small, square barcode that can be scanned by mobile phones using the built-in camera. QRickits are the most widely used barcode with mobile phones in the world. Everyday millions of people see and use QRickits. Bands can display QRickits on their website, MySpace, press kits, CD packaging, t-shirts and more.
CDstands.com
30 Compton Way, Hamilton Sq. NJ 08690
PH: 609-689-1711
Scott Clark
info@cdreview.com
www.cdstands.com
We manufacture our own line of CD boxes for artists to sell their music at shows or in stores.
5.9 RESOURCES - ONLINE COMMUNITIES
Supernova
www.supernova.com
We help indie bands grow from garage to emerging, empower fans to help get them there and provide the music industry with the next wave of emerging artists. Supernova.com is the only online music community which actively promotes its music artists by producing live Battle of the Bands® shows to showcase their music and talents. Sign up on Supernova.com to find gigs, play live shows, discover new bands, and listen to new music.
SECTION SIX: THIS MONTH'S ARTICLE
Top 10 Mistakes People Make When Trying To Become Professional Musicians
by Tom Hess
© 2010 All Rights Reserved. Used By Permission
There many things you need to know and do in order to become successful in the music industry. But even if you learn and do all of those things, you still might prevent yourself from achieving success in the music business by making key mistakes along the way. There are many pitfalls on the path to success, and that is particularly true in the music industry. After mentoring many musicians who are developing their own music careers, I see the same false assumptions, problems and mistakes appear again and again.
Here is the list of the top 10 mistakes that can hold you back.
Mistake #10 - Not having a compelling image that is congruent with your music. Most musicians (and bands) severely underestimate the importance of their image. Yes, music is about 'music', but music business success is about a total package that includes music, image and visual stage show among other things that need to be fully developed and integrated in a congruent way.
Mistake #9 - Trying to 'get your name out there'. Although this seems to be a main goal of most musicians and bands, it is the wrong approach to start with. Before trying to be seen and heard as much as possible, it is often more important to focus on 'converting' the people who hear and see you into becoming actual fans. This 'conversion' is the first key to your promotional success, NOT getting seen or heard as much as possible.
Mistake #8 - Believing that social media websites are the keys to online music promotion for musicians and bands. Social media websites are a tool. They are ONE piece of the online music marketing puzzle. Music industry companies (record labels, artist managers, booking agents, etc.) are far more interested in the popularity of YOUR website, not how many friends you have at MySpace, YouTube, Facebook or any other website that you do not own and control. Want to impress the industry with your band's promotion? Build your website traffic.
Mistake #7 - Not investing enough time into building your music career. Most musicians spend most of their time on music, but put very little effort into the many other critical elements needed to make it in the music business. If you are already a talented musician, you should invest at least 50% of your time into starting or advancing your music career. If you are still developing your musical skills, you should still invest around 25% of your 'music' time into building a future music career.
Mistake #6 - Surrounding yourself with people who are negative, lazy and lack ambition. If you are very serious about becoming a professional musician and building a great career in music, then you absolutely must surround yourself with like-minded musicians.
Mistake #5 - Having merely mediocre live performing skills. Many musicians, who are not yet in a good band, put off developing their live performing and stage presence skills. This is a big reason why talented musicians don't get into really good bands that they audition for. Your music may be good, but a live 'show' requires more than great music. If people only wanted to hear the music, they would listen to you at home. Both fans and record labels want (and expect) to see a REAL show. Neglecting this area results in talented musicians and bands becoming quickly forgotten.
Mistake #4 - Focusing on increasing the 'quantity' of fans instead of the 'intensity' of your fans. The 'number' of fans you have should always be your secondary focus (not your primary one) if you want to become successful in the music industry. The fact is, it is not the number of 'fans' that matters most, it's the number of FANATICS which will contribute more directly to your success (or lack of it). This is particularly true in the beginning of a band's music career. Focus more effort on converting your existing fans into raving fanatics. Learn to do this and the number of your overall fans will increase through powerful word of mouth.
Mistake #3 - Not enough cash flow to support your music career. Like it or not, it takes money to build a music career. Even if other people/companies are paying for your record, tour support, merchandise, etc. you still need to have the freedom to pursue opportunities as they come. Sadly, many musicians miss opportunities because they can't afford to take advantage of them. In addition to a decent income, you also need the flexibility of being able to take time away from that income source to go into the studio, go on tour, etc. That is why learning how to teach guitar is such a great way to achieve both if you learn how to become a highly successful guitar teacher.
Mistake #2 - Not enough depth in your music relationships. There's an old expression, "It's not what you know, it's who you know." In music this is often modified to, "It's not who you know, it's who knows you." The truth is, it's not about either. The most important aspect of connections within the music industry is how deep are the current relationships you have now and will develop in the future. You don't want to simply know people or be known, you want people who know you to have a real deep connection with you so that you are always on the top of their mind when opportunities present themselves. Ask yourself, "What can I do right now to deepen my existing relationships further on an ongoing basis?"
Mistake #1 - Having a fundamental misunderstanding about what record companies look for - and expect from new bands. This is a huge topic, but in a nutshell it's very useful to think of record companies like a bank that lends money to people or small businesses. Record companies make most of their decisions about whom they will work with and what the terms will be in much the same way that a bank will determine who they will loan money to and what the terms of the loan will be.
Both record companies and banks basically want to see 3 things:
1. How much value do you bring to the deal right now.
2. How much risk do you bring with you right now.
3. How much potential value and risk might you bring to them in the future after they invest in you.
If you want to buy a house, the bank wants to know a lot about the specific house you want to buy and EVEN MORE about YOU. Record companies are the exact same, they want to know about your music, your talent and your band, but they also care as much (or more) about YOU (and your band mates) as people. What about YOU makes a record deal a good or bad investment for them.
To learn more about avoiding these big mistakes and building a successful music career, get my free music career tips.
tomhess.net/FREEMusicCareerTips.aspx
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Tom Hess is a highly successful guitar teacher, professional touring guitarist and recording artist. He mentors musicians online to develop their own professional music careers and provides free music career resources.
www.tomhess.net
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