HowTos Index
How To Write a Music Funding Application
Getting a music project off the ground isn't cheap, whether you want to record an album, start a record label, or any other idea you have cooking. There is help out there in the form of music business loans and music business grants from arts councils (subject to where you live), but if you don't go about applying for music business funding the right way, you won't stand a chance of getting the cash you need. Find out how to write a music business funding or arts council application.
How To Find Musicians for your Band
You've got the songs, now all you need are the people. If you're not sure how to start your band member search, these tips will point you in the right direction.
How To Self Promote Your Music
The ability to self promote your music can make the difference between playing to a packed house and a lifetime of musical obscurity. Find out how to make sure your music is getting heard by being your own best promoter.
How To Become the Opening Band
Playing as the opening band at a big show is a fast way to get your music to a larger audience. Find out how to get that coveted support band slot.
How To Promote a Gig
Good promotion is the key to a good show, but if you are a first time promoter, the job can seem so large you may not know where to start. This guide will help you make sure you don't leave any promotional stone unturned.
How To Spot a Bad Music Deal
Unfortunately, the music industry is rife with people looking to make a quick buck off of your dreams. Spotting a bad deal will save you a lot of heartache down the line. Learn the signs of a deal that should have you running in the other direction.
How To Create a Promo Package
If you're going to get the attention of the media, labels, promoter, agents, or just about anyone else in the music industry, you're going to need a professional promo package. Learn how to create a promo package help put your album at the top of the listening pile.
How To Pay for Your Music Career
Deciding you want to work in music is the easy part. Paying for a music career? Now that's hard work. Find out about your different music business funding options so you can keep your music career dreams alive.
How To Start a Band
First things first - before you can do anything else with your music, you need to form a band. Putting your band together means building a foundation that you can work from to get your music heard - and making the wrong choices can lead to oh-so-much hassle. Learn more about starting your new favorite band.
How To Send a Demo to a Record Label
Ever wondered how to get labels to hear your music? The right approach to sending your demo to record labels will get your songs into the hands of the people who need to hear them.
How To Create a MySpace Music Page
Many bands find that MySpace Music is the place to be for them. Find out how to cash in on the free MySpace buzz and create your own MySpace music page.
How To Record a Music Demo
Learn how to record a basic demo that showcases your talent without breaking the bank!
How To Make the Most of the Holidays for your Music Career
The holidays can be a hard time for independent bands and labels to get attention in the press, but that doesn't mean that all is lost. You can use the holidays to connect with your fans, while having fun and generating some interest from the press - find out how.
How To Advance your Gig
Want to make sure show night goes smoothly? Then you need to advance your gig. Find out how to make sure everything is set to go off without a hitch.
How To Get a Gig
Playing live is the best way to build a loyal fan base for your band, but getting a gig can be hard work. With all of the competition out there for stage time, find out how to make sure your band makes it to the top of the heap. Also find out to get in front of the right audience for your music.