Tag Archives: music marketing

Mailorder Shops – hit the target with these outlets

Posted on December 3, 2014 by MusicBizMadness

If they cannot find it at the major chain stores devoted fans will get it from specific niche outlets. And that is where the chance is for musicians from all levels to get their music in front of targeted fans. … Continue reading →

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When You are at a Dead End

Posted on October 8, 2014 by MusicBizMadness

Every now and then there comes a time when you feel treading water – or spinning your wheels for that matter. Your last music sale happened a few weeks ago, bookers who seemed to love you have become hesitant and … Continue reading →

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Holiday Season – the pros and cons for musicians

Posted on November 4, 2013 by MusicBizMadness

Approximately 20% of the annual music revenue is being generated during the last six to eight weeks of the year. Yes, we are talking Christmas. Christmas, the business that can never start too early for retailers. But what does this … Continue reading →

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Music Marketing on Youtube

Posted on August 14, 2013 by MusicBizMadness

Today we will be talking about ways to use youtube in order to further our music carreers. Good youtube marketing will not only affect the number of clicks and subscribers we get for our videos and channels, but also our … Continue reading →

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A Social Media profile is not a website

Posted on June 14, 2013 by MusicBizMadness

Myspace years ago, then Facebook, Twitter, Youtube or special musician communities like Reverbnation – social media is all around and if put to use properly it can be very helpul. What social media sites are not, however, is a free-of-charge … Continue reading →

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iTunes pre-sale: pure power

Posted on June 12, 2013 by MusicBizMadness

iTunes gives you the opportunity to pre-sell your music. With a minimum of 30 days prior to your official release you can collect (pre) orders from your fans. At your official release date your fans will then automatically get a … Continue reading →

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Entertaining Newsletters (can you write ’em?)

Posted on June 11, 2013 by MusicBizMadness

Internet marketers say it all the way: your mailing list is your number one online marketing asset. However, it can also become your most annoying one: when your newsletters are simply boring and lack worthwhile information.

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