Posted in: Musicouching by unwrittenfate on September 24th, 2008 | 4 Comments
Once you have gotten your group together and have some set music it times to get out into the world. But before you can go, there are a few steps you need to take…
Ok. The band is together, you have all come up with 10 or more songs with vocals. You’re all feeling rather proud of yourselves and are thinking about getting out and doing shows and gigs and maybe making some money!
Hold on! You’re missing something!
Have you promoted your music? If you haven’t, you’re sure to find that your start in the music industry will be very slow. How is anyone going to know about your music, or where you’re playing, or even that you exist, if you don’t promote your music?
In the music biz, this is generally known as P.R. work (public relations). It includes getting the word out that you guys are live and ready to appease their ears. It also includes getting a small fan base going, and getting in touch with people who can help you on your way to “Rock-Stardom“.
Whether you have already started, or need help on idea’s of how to get started promoting your band, were going to go over some basic steps you can take to get Free Publicity.
In order to spread the word as quickly as you can, we need to use the best gossip spreader in the world (no, not your sister!), the internet!
If you haven’t already noticed, social networking sites have become the world’s largest source of information. You can find out what sort of underwear brad pit wears on Tuesdays, or get in depth info on the China’s disappearing bean supply.
If you don’t already have a Myspace page, get one! Myspace has become one of the most popular venues for musicians looking for a small fan base. You can’t count on everyone on your friends list to come to your shows or buy your CD’s, but the more people who have a chance to hear you, the more chances you have to sell and promote.
Check out these other Social Networking Sites as well:
And then at Wikipedia you can find a huge list of other sites you can join this.
katelynn willmore February 23rd, 2009 at 3:54 pm
can you send me songs PLEASE thankyou.
Anthony March 4th, 2009 at 2:22 pm
Thanks a bunch for the advice. Check my band out at
http://www.myspace.com/toomuch4tuesday
ishmael April 8th, 2009 at 5:06 pm
Great info speaking of promotion check out this great sol band http://www.myspace.com/anibahotepethericchild or http://www.anibahotep.com purchase the album if your in need of real soul music.
Beyond The Edge September 21st, 2009 at 1:08 pm
Greetings great article. Check out my new music on my website. http://www.joeycraig.com. Click on the Sample my Music link on the right side column. Let me know what you think.