If I had to choose one word for 2011, it would be growth.
We launched this site in May and it’s been one hell of a roller coaster ride ever since.
Much love, respect, and an abundance of gratitude to every individual who is supporting us and our mission to uplift the independent music community (not only locally but globally).
People usually go into the new year saying “this is gonna be our year”, but I’m here to tell you that 2011 was our year and I am definitely ready for what 2012 has to bring.
Peace and blessings from now and beyond.
Here are our top 10 posts from 2011:
1) 3 Ways To Increase Your Chart Rank on ReverbNation
In case you didn’t know, ReverbNationis the leading platform for online music marketing among artists, managers, venues, and labels. Each day over 1.5 million people use their services to 1) build their fan base, 2) study fan behavior, 3) book shows, and 4) distribute their music. ReverbNation also provides much more than that. One of my favorite features is the ability to view charts by location and genre as well as what’s popular globally and on the national level…continue reading.
2) Revolver Saloon
Revolver Saloon is the country bar playing the hottest country & Top 40 hits! Combine the largest dance floor, best drink specials, awesome DJs & the friendliest, hottest staff in Murfreesboro, Revolver is set to be the place to party! …continue reading.
3) More Tips For Increasing Band Equity On ReverbNation
In our previous post, we highlighted 3 ways to up your ReverbNation rank. How about some more tips? FanReach: We could spend an entire semester on e-mail marketing, but that’s for another day. FanReach is ReverbNation’s e-mail management system. It allows you to collect fan e-mails, store and manage those e-mails, as well as send messages to fans who have opted-in. You should treat your e-mail list as your VIP. These people have shown enough interest in your music to willingly hand over access to their inbox. This is not an easy feat and you should show the proper respect…continue reading.
4) Twitter for Bands and Artists: Tips for Tweeting Part II
When we left off in Part I of this series, we had created a twitter account and posted a first tweet (or two). I told you that I knew you would have questions and that I would try to anticipate and answer a few of those. The information below will apply regardless of whether you are an individual or a band, artist, or company. I will get into Band Specifics pretty quickly…continue reading.
5) Multi-Platinum Guitarist Kenny Olson Celebrates the Release of His Debut Album from The Kenny Olson Cartel
While Kenny may be best known as Kid Rock’s 11-year axeman and founding member of his Twisted Brown Trucker Band, music fans around the globe are soon going to know him by the music of his ground-breaking, genre-bending rock band,The Kenny Olson Cartel. The self-titled release features vocals by Paris Delane (Sonia Dada), Brandon Calhoon, Hugo Ferreira (Tantric) and Jon Nicholson, drums by Emanuel Cole, keyboards by Peter Keys (Lynyrd Skynyrd), bass by Billy Cox (Hendrix) and more…continue reading.
6) 3 Common Music Marketing Mistakes Artists Make Using Social Media
I have found, from personal experience, that I’m more likely to listen to your music (or visit your website or like you on Facebook) if I receive a “thank you” from an artist or musician after becoming their fan. It doesn’t have to be anything elaborate. The majority of people do not have time to read long messages. I have also found that when I take a few moments to send thank yous to my new fans and followers, it usually leads to further interaction with those people. I have developed several beneficial relationships simply by taking some time each day to send a note of gratitude…continue reading.
7) Mary Sarah recording in Nashville
On first listen, I was amazed at the complexity and maturity in her 16 year old voice. Her command of the musical language is far beyond that of the average youngster, and her love and knowledge of the “old” songs is surprising to say the least. Below are some excerpts from the letter that Sharon sent me…continue reading.
8) How To Create An Artist Page on Google Music (and begin selling tracks in the Android Market)
Not too long ago, Google launched their Music cloud storage service. This service allows you to connect your digital music collection to Google’s cloud. Your albums and mp3s then become accessible to you from pretty much any device that can connect to the Internet. Your work computer, your wife’s laptop, your mobile phone, or even your tablet PC. Last week they launched their music store…continue reading.
9) Branding For ReverbNation
Whether you are trying to get noticed on Reverb Nation, Word Press, your local TV station or even in the Rolling Stone, you need to understand at least the basics of branding. Often when I bring the subject up, I am met with a stare that says, “Huh? Why are you talking about old-timey college stuff?” The answer is simple: It works. Let me re-phrase that: IT WORKS (sorry for yelling, Smo) . What color is a Cheerios box? Frosted Flakes are “_________” …continue reading.
10) 5 Valuable Sites You Might Not Be Using To Promote Music
With over 34 million blogs on their servers, Tumblr is a networking goldmine. Why do I love Tumblr? Simplicity. Why not hear it straight from the source: Tumblr lets you effortlessly share anything. Post text, photos, quotes, links, music, and videos, from your browser, phone, desktop, email, or wherever you happen to be. You can customize everything, from colors, to your theme‘s HTML. Search for bloggers sharing music similar to yours, follow them, reblog and favorite their posts, and let the networking begin…continue reading.
Below are posts 11-15:
11) Kim Copeland Productions
12) 4 Simple Steps To Improve Your Chances At Being Featured On Music Blogs
13) Understanding Facebook’s Changes
14) Teea Goans New Single Letter From God Is Right On Time
15) A Modern Day Poet – Jefferson Grizzard
