QuickTips Index
Start a Band Newsletter
Bands newsletters are a great way to keep your fans informed and engaged with your music. Find out how to start a band newsletter and how to use band newsletters to communicate with your fans.
Music Industry Myths: Never Say I Don't Know
Music industry myths can get you off track in a big way when you're trying to get your music career off the ground. In this installment of music industry myths, learn more about whether or not you should bluff your way into the music industry or fess up when you don't know something.
Music Industry Myths: Making Money Makes You a Sellout
There's a fine line in the music industry between actively trying to make money from your music and making music purely for the sake of cash - but way too many musicians shoot themselves in the foot by avoiding any discussion of money in hopes of not seeming like sell outs. To make a living in music, you have to make money. That's the end of the story. Learn more about the myth that making money in music makes you a sellout.
What Should - and Shouldn't - Be on Your Artist Website
Social networking sites are not enough - you need your own music website to develop your music identity. But what information should you put on your artist website? Find out what you should - and shouldn't - put on your artist website.
Swap a Gig
If you don't have a music agent on the case for you, one of the easiest ways to get a show out of town is work out a friendly gig swapping arrangment with another musician in another town. Find out how bands swap shows and how it can work for you.
Twitter Tips for the Music Industry
Twitter has become more and more important to music industry, but to get the most bang for your buck, you've got to be smart about how you use it. These Twitter tips for the music industry will help you tap into the Twitter promo power.
Avoid the Local Music Scene Trap
Local music scenes can be a double edged sword. In this music industry quick tip, learn to avoid letting local music scene success become a trap.
Get College Radio Plays
College radio can be your best friends as an up and coming artist. You can increase your chance to get college radio plays by following a few simple rules. Learn how to get college radio plays.
Music Industry Myths: You Can Do It All Online
Music industry myths can get you off track in a big way when you're trying to get your music career off the ground. In this installment of music industry myths, learn more myths about musicians and the internet and how musicians make mistakes on the internet.
Music Industry Myths: Demos Should Be Expensive/Demos Are For Amateurs
Music industry myths can get you off track in a big way when you're trying to get your music career off the ground. In this installment of music industry myths, learn more about music demo related misconceptions and how to be approach sending a music demo to a record label.
Music Industry Quick Tip: Be Honest in Your Press Releases
It can be tempting to stretch the truth a little in your music press releases, but being honest is critical. Learn more about how to play it straight when you write a music press release and why it matters so much.
Meta Tag Your Songs
Putting the right meta tags on your music should be a priority for all musicians. Learn why meta tags for music are so important.
Music Industry Quick Tip: Communicate Like a Professional
The music business is less formal than some industries, but it's not as informal as you think. You need to communicate with music industry colleguages in a professional manner if you are serious about learning how to work in the music industry. Find out more about professional communication in the music business.
Music Industry Myths: Someone Can Tell You How to Make It In The Music Industry
Music industry myths can get you off track in a big way when you're trying to get your music career off the ground. In this installment of music industry myths, learn more about whether or not you should pay for music advice and whether someone can tell you how to make it in the music industry.
Music Industry Myths: You Can Do It All Yourself
Music industry myths can get you off track in a big way when you're trying to get your music career off the ground. In this installment of music industry myths, learn more about the limitations of trying to do everything yourself and why you may need some help.
Music Industry Myth: CDs are Dead
Music industry myths can get you off track in a big way when you're trying to get your music career off the ground. In this installment of music industry myths, learn more about whether or not CDs are a thing of the past.
Choose the Right Music Venue
Choosing the right music club or music venue for your gig can make a big difference to the success of the show. Find out more about how to choose a music venue, including how picking the right music club can impact how your audience experiences the show, how well you play and of course, your bottom line.
Make a New Music Industry Contact
Who you know matters a lot in the music industry, but that doesn't have to be as scary as it sounds. The music business contact that could make all the difference to your music career might just be an email away - all you have to do is reach out. Take this opportunity to reach out and try to make a new music industry contact.
Build a Music Press Database
The music business quick tip for success for the week of Sept 1 2008 involves building a music industry media database.
Update Your Music Promo Package
Music promotion packs/music press packs are your calling card when you want to promote your music, but it gets stale pretty fast. Is your music press pack up to date? Find out if you need to get your music promotion kit an update.
Tidy Up Your MySpace Music Page
Does your MySpace music page need a little work? Set aside some time and clean up your MySpace music page to get the most out of it. Here are the things you need to know to make your best MySpace music page.