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ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO – The Ultimate Songwriters Convention

Geared heavily towards songwriters, composers, publishers, and producers, the ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO takes place at the Renaissance Hotel in Los Angeles April 19-21. Launched in 2006, the EXPO is. Continue reading

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Metal Goes Digital: Metal Injection Video Series, Mobile Apps, Crowdfunding Campaigns

Heavy metal has gone through a lot of changes over the years gradually diversifying into a wide range of niches. The web has helped spread the word about the varieties. Continue reading

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New Kickstarter Alternatives Target Music Crowdfunding

With the expected signing by President Obama of the JOBS bill containing provisions for crowd investing, a new crop of funding sites are set to emerge. However, for indie musicians. Continue reading

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Top New Music Tech Startups Pitch @ techpitch 4.5

MUSIC techpitch 4.5 is a project of techpitch 4.5 that focuses on European tech startups more generally. The second MUSIC techpitch 4.5 event took place March 27 in London in. Continue reading

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10 Music Business Fundamentals Inspired By Gandhi

Mahatma Gandhi is the ultimate representation of what it means to be devoted. He inspired the world with his message of practicing peace over power, and of living in harmony. Continue reading

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10 Tips To Getting Ahead In The New Music Industry

1. If you want to earn money during your music career – get a day job.2. If your songs are not connecting with people – dedicate all your free time. Continue reading

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Music Supervisors Explain How They Find Indie Music For Movies And TV [Part 1]

After posting about indie music in advertising, I was asked about the process of bringing one's music to the attention of music supervisors and others who can get your music. Continue reading

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Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y.

  GETTING IT DONE How I Secured 3 Record Deals In 3 Different Ways For 3 Different Bands [Part 1, Part 2] Facebook Makes Mandatory Shift To Timeline, But New. Continue reading

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ReverbNation Gets A Major Makeover

   new home page (click to enlarge) ReverbNation is currently beta testing a cleaner, more modern design along with major updates to a number of key features. Current ReverbNation users. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 03/30/2012 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (5)
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Indie Music In Advertising Becomes The Status Quo

Recent articles in Adweek, Businessweek, Fortune and the LA Times discuss the widespread use of music by indie artists in advertising. While this is not a new phenomenon, it is. Continue reading

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