48 Places to Promote Your Music! - The Indie Contact Newsletter - Nov. 2001
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RAINMAKER MUSIC PUBLICITY in 2001!
Rainmaker Publicity, founded in 1996 by ex-ABC Radio exec,
Rhonda Kelley , is looking to add a few new bands to their roster
this year. Rainmaker works with unsigned artists and indie labels ONLY!!
For more info and rates, go to: www.rainmakerpublicity.com
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GALARIS - SERVING THE MUSICIAN'S NEEDS
Galaris is giving musicians free promotional tools, like
free classifieds, chat rooms, gig calendar, music boards, many
valuable tips and information, polls, and a place to sell your music
or buy other independent music. For more information visit our
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction
2. Sites Where You Can Get Your Music Reviewed
3. Radio Shows that will Play Your Music
4. Online Services that will Help to Sell Your Music
5. Sites Where You Can Upload Your Band's MP3s or Videos
6. Helpful Music Resources
7. Artist-Management Contracts: How Long Is Long? by Richard P. Dieguez,
Entertainment Lawyer
8. The Process and Power of Persistence - Part I, by Brian Austin Whitney,
Founder of the 'Just Plain Folks' Music Organization
9. WMMW CD Review of The Month by Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck
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MAGGIEB.COM invites you to submit your independent CD recording to
showcase your work and identity on a dedicated platform. Indie artists
of ALL musical styles and genres are encouraged to submit projects for
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songwriters who are underexposed or on private record labels that are
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For submission inquiries and additional information visit:
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2. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the November edition of The Indie Contact Newsletter.
Richard P. Dieguez is an Entertainment Lawyer working out of New
York City. Richard also hosts the very popular Entertainment Industry
Forum called "The Circle". Richard has written a very insightful
article that takes a look at the points that should be considered
when an artist is about to sign an "Artist - Management" contract.
The second article was written as a special favor by Brian Austin
Whitney of Just Plain Folks. I am still convinced that persistence
is the key to success in the music business. Brian has written
an excellent article that breaks down the quality of persistence
into tangible things that musicians and songwriters can do to
avoid becoming overwhelmed by the wieght of the creative journey.
Part II of the article will appear in next month's newsletter.
As always, the MuzikMan is back with another review. This month
the MuzikMan reviews Lisa Brigantino's CD entitled "A Brooklyn Night".
As is the case every month, there are a sizable group of new contacts
listed that can help you to gain some exposure for your music. So dig
in, and enjoy the November edition of The Indie Contact Newsletter!
David Wimble
Editor
indiecontac...@home.com
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Below are the contacts that were submitted to me in October.
As is the case in The Indie Bible (www.indiebible.com), the
contacts listed are sorted into FIVE sections.
1. Publications that will review your music
2. Radio stations/shows that will play your music
3. Online services that will help to sell your music
4. Sites where you can upload your band's MP3s or videos
5. Resources and promotional sites for Independent bands
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2. SITES WHERE YOU CAN GET YOUR MUSIC REVIEWED
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Mean Street Magazine
tatiana tat...@meanstreet.com
http://www.meanstreet.com
We cover a wide variety of music but there are several
writers, like myself, who only cover the independent music
scene.
BIG BAER Urban Alternative Music Magazine
Jack C. Baer pro...@bigbaer.com
http://www.bigbaer.com
Industry Insiders will feature interviews and articles
by today's movers & shakers in the music world. We will
bring you insights to consider and resources to utilize,
whether you are a musician, songwriter, producer or promoter,
we will have the features and articles for you.
NashVegas Online
Matthew Sinclair edi...@nashvegas-online.com
http://www.nashvegas-online.com
Concert & entertainment reviews.
Dj Catatonic
I am an electronic reviewer (trance,techno,house,etc)
for both www.choonz.com, and Keystone - the Kutztown
University newspaper printed once a week, and even
posted online at www.keystoneonline.com
If people would like to be featured on both, they may
send a cd to: Dj Catatonic, 412 West Main Street,
Kutztown PA, 19530. Electronic styles only....thanks.
hOOchy*
Laura and Caroline hoochy_...@hotmail.com
http://www.angelfire.com/music3/hoochy
A Glam Punk/Pop, Indie/Rock music fanzine willing
to promote any band and review any demos.
Culture Burn
Joe Ingle j...@cultureburn.com
http://www.cultureburn.com
This online rock zine reviews indie rock releases
of all types.
sanfranciscohiphop.com
John Harrison clic...@aol.com
http://www.sanfranciscohiphop.com
The San Francisco Bay Area's biggest hiphop/R&B site.
Live 10 min interviews, instant full track samples with
artist pictures and contact.
METALHEADSfxp
metalh...@hotmail.com
http://www.metalheadsfxp.com
The metal mp3 forum! Everything from alternative rock
to death metal. Reviews, discussion, mp3, new releases,
tourdates, chat, whatever to do with metal andhard rock
Come have a look...we are friendly.
Local CREW Chicago
Matthew Sinclair edi...@localcrewchicago.net
http://www.localcrewchicago.cjb.net
Concert & entertainment reviews.
Dimestore Psychology
dimestore...@yahoo.com
http://www.envy.nu/dimestore
Like a Reader's Digest for punk rockers. Columns,
special features, interviews, links and tons of reviews.
Submissions are welcomed.
Sweetcherrie.com
Anna an...@sweetcherrie.com
http://sweetcherrie.com
Sweetcherrie.com is a music-related e-zine, which features
music news, reviews, and profiles of musicians from around
the world, as well as interactive quizzes comic strip forums
and more.
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NOMA MUSIC IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING ORIGINAL MATERIAL
from those who are looking to have their songs placed in television, film,
and commercials. We are also looking to hear from emerging indie bands, solo
artists, and great songwriters who are targeting the major and indie record
labels hoping to land a recording contract. All styles of music are welcome
and eligible for licensing and record label submission. Broadcast quality
recordings are a must!
Visit www.noma1.com for more information or phone (877) 980-7700.
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3. RADIO SHOWS THAT WILL PLAY YOUR MUSIC
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indieradio.org
Danny Copacetic copa...@starpower.net
http://www.indieradio.org
Revolutionary independent radio broadcasts containing
groundbreaking music written and produced by independent artists
on independent labels. indieradio.org broadcasts streaming indie
rock and pop, 24/7 over the internet. all free for your listening
pleasure.
Fun Radio
Cristian Bushuioc Fun...@yahoo.com
http://www.funkyradio.ro
Located in Bucharest, Romania, Fun Radio is an alternative
radio station specialized in the Underground Music, from noise,
dub, electro to alternative, punk, metal.
The Basement
Sam Green ssam...@bigpond.net.au
http://www.basement.com.au
We are an Internet-only video station with live DJs playing
music videos from our studios in Sydney Australia.
Psych-Out
Scott Watkins sc...@angband.org
http://www.angband.org/~scott
Psych-Out is a show dealing with psychedelia past and
present in as many of its different forms that can fit.
Pushing The Envelope (Music Decidedly Left Of Center)
Joel Krutt joe...@aol.com
http://www.whus.org
We have spent the past eleven years bringing you the finest
in avant ephemera, in the realms of rock, classical, electronic,
jazz, world music, and just about anything else that catches my
ear. All this along with a healthy dollop of new and classic
progressive rock.
Out of the Box
Alisha outof...@freeze.com
I host an all girl radio show on my college station. Me, along
with my cohost play all kinds of music, it just has to have
female vocals. Anyone interested in sending us music to play on
the show or even playing live in studio (we are located near
Seattle) should email me for more information. The name of the
show is Out of the Box and it is on from 10pm to Midnight
every Sunday. You don't need a label or a professional promo
pack. DIY rules! If you do have a label, give them my info! We
support all aspects of the girl scene, if you are coming to the
Seattle area and looking to play a show, we could possibly book
one for you as well.
TimSweeneyEntertainment.com
in...@tsamusic.com
http://www.TimSweeneyEntertainment.com
I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce you to an exciting
new development in the TSA family. Our new company/division, Tim
Sweeney Entertainment (TSE) has just launched its new radio shows
and web site, which features artists like yourself. I would like
to encourage you to visit the new web site and listen to the
shows and submit your CD for consideration (following the
submission policy on the site). I look forward to reviewing your
music!
ODIN-DJ goth/industrial/EBM
Brian Caples bjca...@hotmail.com
http://www.lager-rhythm.com/deviation
I DJ an electro night in north CA, spinning goth/industrial/EBM etc.
New music always welcome. Bookings as well.
No Frills
nofr...@mac.com
http://www.pbsfm.org.au
PBS FM in Australia is proud to announce the return of the
unsigned artists program starting on October 17th 2001. "No
Frills" is the next phase of unsigned artists, showcasing
the hard working, often under represented sector of the
Australian music industry. We aim to draw together music
and performances of all genres, to form one very loud voice.
Southern Rock & Hard Rock music show
Philippe Archambeau philippe....@wanadoo.fr
I am disc jokey and I have a Southern Rock & Hard Rock music
Radio program on a local station in the western part in France.
My goal is to promote and get people in involved in Southern
Rock & Hard Rock Music. I order to promote your releases.
I would like to receive CDs and any other material I could
use in my show.
Tuned In Radio - The New Rhythm Of The Nation
Dave tun...@tunedinradio.com
http://www.tunedinradio.com
A one hour, weekly syndicated dance radio show heard in Canada,
United States and American Samoa is always looking
for 'radio friendly' dance, r&b, reaggae, soul and dance related
synthpop recording artists to interview. For more information,
phone, fax, email or check out our website.
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Girl Player-For the female musician
in...@girlplayer.com
http://www.girlplayer.com
Exposure, promotion, and resources for female musicians from all
around the world. Girl Player will allow you to post your photo
in the artist gallery along with a band description, your email,
and link to your site. Reviews, interviews, articles, tips, gig
swap/classifieds, and many other valuable resources.
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4. ONLINE SERVICES THAT WILL HELP SELL YOUR MUSIC
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Evolution Promotion
Karen Lee kl...@evolutionpromotion.com
http://www.evolutionpromotion.com
We are committed to helping artists in the Adult Eclectic
genres evolve to their full potential. As a full service
company we offer all the key essentials necessary for a
successful campaign - Radio Promotion, Tour Promotion,
Internet Marketing, Direct Consumer Marketing, Web Design,
and Consulting services that capitalize on crucial
opportunities that build careers.
MakeaStar.com
Gianni gia...@makeastar.com
http://www.makeastar.com
Revolutionary music site showcasing top indie
artists while combining the excitement of songwriting
competitions, Industry song reviews & free-entry
sweepstakes.
SMITH GOSPEL MUSIC INC.
Anthony B. Smith sgm...@earthlink.net
http://www.smithgospelmusic.com
SGM Record spreads positive music, produces,
and distribute 3-4 new independent artist each
year. Spreading the gospel by any means
necessary!
SOUND RIOT RECORD-COMPANY
GILSON RODRIGUES soun...@mail.telepac.pt
http://www.wingsofdeath.nu/soundriot
Metal Record-Label.
Outlaw Entertainment International
Tommy Floyd in...@outlawentertainment.com
http://www.outlawentertainment.com
Full service Artist Management firm with divisions in
Publicity, Promotion & Career Development. Highly
specialized for the Indie Artist!
Maximum Velocity Records
Scott Patterson sc...@maximumvelocityrecords.com
http://www.maximumvelocityrecords.com
Independent Label that offers non-exclusive distribution
and promotion deals. Focuses on artist development.
The Minstrel Avenue Record
Paul Benshoof tm...@zianet.com
http://www.zianet.com/minstrel
The Minstrel Avenue Record (TMAR) serves as a medium
for musicians to advertise and market their works independent
of or complementary to record distributors.
elinemusic.com
Grant Clemo Gr...@elinemusic.com
http://www.elinemusic.com
We offer a NON-EXCLUSIVE, NO RISK means of distribution.
For more information please e-mail me or call me at
(570) 517-0400 ext.121
TheMusic.com
Colie Brice colie...@themusic.com
http://www.themusic.com
Well, after nine months of intensive labor a new & improved
TheMusic.com hath been born!
Thanks to the efforts of Artist Forum.com, our own staff,
2000 members & over 500 artists, we have produced what I believe
to be the most happening music site in the known cyber universe
- and yes I am biased:)
The site features incredible, new, and original music from
every continent except Antartica, state of the art, CD quality
audio broadcasting, interesting news coverage, and basically
ridiculously cool shit you're not gonna hear anywhere else -
not yet anyway.
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Kari Estrin Management - Artist Career Consulting
KEM specializes in artist management consulting: career direction,
goal setting and implementation. Plan a recording project and
maximize touring, publicity and radio; get out of a rut and make
a jump in your career by learning how. Management plan specifically
tailored to your talent, needs and lifestyle. Kari has an extensive
music business background: artist and tour management, concert/
festival production & promotion and is editor of "How To Be Your Own
booking Agent...A Performing Artist's Guide to a Successful Touring
Career." Career assessments and consultation-by-the-hour by phone,
e-mail or in person. Management-related services also available.
PO Box 60232 - Nashville, TN 37206
615/262-0883 - 615/262-9885 (fax)
www.kariestrin.com
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5. SITES WHERE YOU CAN UPLOAD YOUR BAND'S MP3s
OR VIDEOS
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american-angel.com
Jean-Jacques Schneider ja...@pt.lu
http://www.american-angel.com
Mp3 link promotion site for artists/bands of any Mp3 site.
Rate My Song
Jonathan Litwack s1c...@home.com
http://www.ratemysong.com
Rate My Song provides a database for bands to upload their
music to, and gain feedback from.
DMusic
Bill Evans bi...@dmusic.com
http://www.dmusic.com
Online Music community of MP3 users and Independent Music.
Free webpage for bands, links to your CD sales site.
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INDIE MUSIC SAMPLER NOW ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS
SBS Records wants to help you expand your audience by releasing
your "single" to their indie music-loving fan base of over 15,000.
Our objective is to support and encourage independent artists in
all genres and all levels of experience by placing your song on a
CD Sampler and giving the CD's away on a first come first serve basis
to folks who buy music. Entries must meet the following requirements
or cannot be considered: 1. Song must be less than 4:25 in length.
2. Song to be considered must be circled on the CD (one entry per CD)
3. CD's only. Your cost to be included on 1000 CD samplers is only
$275 - that's less than .28 per CD - Plus you also get 50 FREE sampler's.
For more info, write SBSRe...@aol.com, or apply immediately by sending
your CD to: SBS Records, P.O.Box 3092, Decatur, GA 30031, ATTN: SAMPLER.
Your CD must be reviewed first; DO NOT SEND MONEY. We will contact you
if your song is chosen. Artists retain all publishing and ownership. CD
cannot be returned. I'm not only the president, I'm also an indie artist
member. Michelle Malone, SBS Records
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IMAGINESTATION
A Global Meeting Place for the Creative Community
Visual Arts - Performing Arts - Literary Arts
It's Our Anniversary!
November marks our First Year on the Internet.
Join us online for the Celebration...
http://www.imaginestation.net
Contact us: in...@imaginestation.net
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6. HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR BAND
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Mid-Atlantic Dark Music MADM
prim...@visto.com
http://listen.to/madm
A guide to dark-toned music in the Mid-Atlantic region.
check other media & music
Stefanie Accattatis in...@checkothermedia.com
http://www.checkothermedia.com
Photography, website design and other reasonably
priced services for bands and musicians.
starpolish
in...@StarPolish.com
http://www.starpolish.com
We are dedicated to educating and empowering artists, with
an emphasis on artist advocacy and artist development. We are
also committed to supporting the arts by rewarding and highlighting
the most hard-working and deserving artists. StarPolish is a
collaborative effort between artists and music industry
professionals.
DEVIATION - GOTHIC/INDUSTRIAL CLUB
Brian Caples bjca...@hotmail.com
http://www.lager-rhythm.com/deviation
DEVIATION is san jose's only gothic/industrial club.
Electro\Industrial and Gothic bands welcome.
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7. ARTIST-MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS: HOW LONG IS LONG by Richard P. Dieguez,
Entertainment Lawyer
© 2001 All Rights Reserved. Used By Permission
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Next to a record label deal, the artist management contract is the most
exciting agreement an artist will sign. As with any legal document, a
contract shouldn't be signed without the advice of a music attorney. In
addition to being your legal counselor, your attorney is also your advocate
because his is especially needed to play the role of the "bad guy." What
I mean is that there are many aspects of the contract that will have to
be negotiated. It can be somewhat awkward if you and the manager were
to try negotiating these points on your own because you may end up putting
a strain on the close working relationship you're supposed to have with
each other. The attorneys for each side, however, are disinterested third
parties who have the objectivity and professional training to vigorously
fight for their client's interest without (hopefully!) coming to blows
or shouting matches. So let your lawyer take the blame for "asking too
much" or for being such a "tough negotiator" -- that's what he is being
paid to do.
There are at least three big questions in artist management contracts that
you and your lawyer have to ask: how long will the agreement be in effect;
how much will the manager get paid during the agreement; and how much will
the manager get paid after the agreement has ended. How you ultimately
answer these question is the result of what can be some heavy negotiation.
Why? Because these questions cover areas where your interests are not
going to coincide with those of your manager. The goal of the negotiating
process is to produce a deal that will be fair to both sides.
Consider the first big question. You and your manager are each likely
to have a legitimate difference of opinion as to the amount of time for
which the contract will be binding. From your point of view, you would
generally want a short-term contract. If it turns out, for any number
of reasons, that you're not happy with your manager, you want the assurance
of being freed from the contract within a short period of time. After
the initial excitement wears off, for example, you may come to feel that
you and your manager don't really get along well. Or perhaps it turns out
that he or she isn't as experienced or doesn't have all the contacts and
"pull" that he said he did. Maybe he's simply not doing his job
effectively. Whatever the reason, you don't want to get locked in with
a loser for the next seven years.
But now put yourself in the manager's shoes. Generally, he will want the
contract to be as long as possible because his compensation is based on
a percentage of whatever money you make. Not every artist out there
is going to be an overnight success. Chances are that your manager's
early efforts will not result in financial success for you until much
later. So that manager will want a contract that will last long enough
for her to enjoy the rewards she toiled for in the beginning. Nothing
can be more frustrating for a manager than to have her budding artists
go to another manager, where they then make it to the big time.
So depending on the particular circumstances of the parties, the
negotiation will center on a contract term ranging from as short as six
months to as long as several years. What length of time is fair really
depends on what you and your manager are each bringing to the
relationship you wish to form. For example, let's say that neither of
you has too much experience in the music business. In this situation,
you're both probably better off with a short-term contract, like six
months or one year, so that you can check each other out without getting
locked in to a big commitment. You can always enter into another
agreement if it turns out, at the end of the contract, that you have a
future together.
Part II of this article entitled "Artist-Management Contracts: More About
Time and Money" will be in next month's edition of this newsletter.
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An NYU Law graduate, Richard P. Dieguez has over 16 years experience in
entertainment law. He has represented hundreds of clients across the U.S.
and several nations in music, film, television, publishing and other
legal matters such as Amber (Tommy Boy Records), The Jerky Boys (Select
Records), Village People (BMG Records), members of the Gangstarr
Foundation (PolyGram Records), Lisa Lisa (EMI Records), and many other
high-profile personalities and companies. Mr. Dieguez taught 3 semesters
of entertainment law at Baruch College and is listed in over two dozen
Who's Who and professional directories. Mr. Dieguez is also the founder
of The Circle, a monthly music industry seminar held in New York City.
More info on Mr. Dieguez and The Circle is available at www.RPDieguez.com.
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THE INDIE LINK EXCHANGE is a list of people that wish to exchange
links with other music related sites. With over 500 current listings,
it's a great way to get some immediate and free exposure for your site.
There are no rules to follow. It's a simple one-to-one exchange of text
links or banners. http://www.indielinkexchange.com/ile
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8. THE PROCESS AND POWER OF PERSISTENCE - PART I by Brian Austin Whitney,
Founder of the Just Plain Folks Music Organization
© 2001 Just Plain Folks Productions. All Rights Reserved.
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If you speak with successful people in nearly any business, especially
those with an artistic bent, one common factor you'll find among nearly
all of them is that they were persistent. Whether it was in the face
of competition, lack of understanding or acceptance among their peers
and their industry or their family asking when they were going to get
a day job, those who persist through the ups and downs, and do it with
hope and a positive spirit seem to last the longest and do the best.
But there is more than just relentlessness to that formula. While
being persistent, you need to evolve. You need to develop. You need
to remain cognizant of change and focused on goals you have. This
isn't simply a matter of moving forward like a drone. You still
need a plan and you need to progress. Here are a few suggestions
and guide markers to help you along the way:
1. Keep Learning.
One of the things that persistence offers is an ongoing education.
You learn by doing and you learn by trial and error. You also learn
by reading books and taking advantage of various resources surrounding
the music community. But you have to keep doing it. It never stops
and you never know everything there is, and even if you did, it
changes.
2. Keep making friends.
It really is about who you know and how well they like you. Sure
talent matters, but there is a lot of talent out there. Being friends
with the right people is always the tiebreaker, and in a business
filled with so many worthy talents, you need the tiebreaker on your
side. But that doesn't just mean the well-known stars and the
already successful industry figures. In fact, the most important
friends you can make are those who are also on their way up or are
developing their own network of connections. One of my most important
music industry allies is someone I met when I was 22 and he was 15
and we played in a band together in a small town in the middle of
nowhere Indiana. Now I run the one of the worlds largest music
organizations and he is a key player with Virgin's Internet Radio
Division. You can never have too many friends and one enemy often
turns out to be one too many.
3. Be sincere and honest.
Don't exaggerate your skills. Don't falsely praise other's either.
Find your real strengths and emphasize those. Admit those things you
need help with and do the same for your peers. It's an old cliché, but
if you always tell the truth, you never have to remember your lies. If
you are always sincere, people will support you even when you make a
mistake or are wrong. And if you DO make a mistake, the quicker you
admit it and take full responsibility for it, the quicker others will
forgive and forget and in some cases rally to your side to help. Denial
of the truth is the biggest downfall of politicians and one of the
biggest weaknesses an artist can possess. The best artists are those
who are the most honest in both their business and their art.
4. Reinvent yourself.
Few, if any, of us get it right the first time. As we mature as
artists or performers, we need to take that new knowledge and allow
it to adjust the way we write or perform. Being persistent doesn't
mean being rigid and unchanging. It means constant motion forward.
Traveling to a destination is never a completely straight line. Your
style, technique, presentation and approach shouldn't try to be a
straight line either.
5. Create your art for yourself, market it for everyone else.
A lot of self important (and usually obscure) artists will insist that
your art should only concern yourself and no one else. This is
partially true. But it is also partially deadly to your long-term
career. You SHOULD create the art that is true to yourself, true to
your vision and true to your heart. But once you bring it to life,
you must shift gears and concern yourself with everyone else. Find
out who your audience is, what they want and how you can market your
art to them. Are you mainstream? Are you part of a small niche?
Learn who you are through the eyes of your potential audience and
plan your marketing accordingly. This means lose the attitude about
being in a genre or sounding like another artist. Being able to
categorize yourself and your music makes it easier for your audience
to buy your music, see your show, and become your fan. And that is
what it needs to be about. Your job is to remove any barrier between
you and the music consuming public at large on their terms, not yours.
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Brian Austin Whitney is the Founder of the Just Plain Folks Music
Organization, which is one of the largest groups of artists, writers
and industry professionals in the world. To become a member, or
learn more about all the organization has to offer, visit their
website at http://www.jpfolks.com.
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9. WMMW CD REVIEW OF THE MONTH by Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck
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Artist: Lisa Brigantino
Title: A Brooklyn Night
Genre: Folk-Rock
Label: Independent
Website: www.lisabrig.com
After I listened to this wonderful CD I flipped over the CD jewel
case and there was a picture of Lisa Brigantino looking across the
water at the Twin Towers. It was a weird looking at them knowing that
they are gone forever. Things that we normally would take for granted
can be snatched away and removed from our lives permanently at a moments
notice. Now more than ever is a time to really dive into music and let
it take you away, we need it in these tense and emotional times.
"A Brooklyn Night" is a splendid album. With the help of some stinging
guitar work by her husband Tomi Millioto, Brigantino puts together a
varied selection of tasty musical entrees. She sings with a lot of
soul and grit, showing the spirit of a true New Yorker. If it's a
strumming mover like the opener "Left Side Of The Street" or a bluesy
rocker like "Blue Jeans", Lisa gives it every ounce of energy and
sweat on each song. She plays one mean acoustic guitar and sings like
a woman that is full of life and plenty of it to share with her
audience. I completely enjoyed this CD from start to finish. She has
a way of being forceful and driven then the ability to change the
mood and become soft and tender. All the emotions are harnessed and
delivered right on time in every song. This is all very well done.
© Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck
September 19, 2001
1. Left Side Of The Street
2. One More Day
3. O Sister
4. A Change Is Coming
5. I Will
6. Can't Get You Outta My Mind
7. Same Home Town
8. I Won't Sing For You
9. Blue Jeans
10. I Choose Life A Different Way
11. Holding On For Something
12. It's What You Want
13. A Brooklyn Night
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Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck muzi...@bcn.net is an independent
music reviewer. Keith writes reviews for "Women Of Music-Music
Of Women" as well as several other sites on the Internet.
Reviews, interviews, and articles can be viewed at these sites:
www.musicdish.com/muzikman
www.themusic.com
www.theglobalmuse.com
www.2upbeatmag.com
www.lancerecords.com
www.thefritz.com
www.Indie-Music.com
www.buzzemporium.com
www.womenofmusicmusicofwomen.com
www.indiebible.com
www.girlmusician.com
www.progressiveworld
Send Submissions and snail mail to:
MuzikMan
PO Box 476
Adams, MA 01220
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