Monthly Archives: February 2012

5 Resources for Recording: Magazines and Websites to Check Out

Posted on February 28, 2012 by SongCast

As an indie artist, you’re likely interested in home recording options. Before you dive in head first, have you educated yourself? Do you know the latest news in the recording industry and how it impacts your work? Or if you … Continue reading →

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Starting Your Own Record Label – Part 2

Posted on February 23, 2012 by SongCast

A record label is basically a brand that connects musicians to customers. Musicians seek out record label deals because of the connections they may have and their reputationamong consumers for releasing quality music. If you’ve ever considered a career in … Continue reading →

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Write Songs that Sell Your Music on iTunes

Posted on February 23, 2012 by SongCast

The best songs will get stuck in your head, replayed over and over by the radio and make the listeners feel something.  As an artist you are able to decide what your music says, who it speaks to and the … Continue reading →

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Online Fan Clubs: Do You Have One?

Posted on February 21, 2012 by SongCast

Back when The Grateful Dead were touring, they had their fans sign up to a mailing list and would literally mail them things in the mail. At one point, they even sent a survey asking fans questions that helped them … Continue reading →

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Confident Performances Lead to Better Online Music Sales

Posted on February 20, 2012 by SongCast

Confidence during a performance can inspire a crowd.  As you rock out on stage, your audience will be watching your every move.  Most likely, at some point many people in the audience will be envious and have visions of what … Continue reading →

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