Tag: Disc jockey

How To Encourage Live Music Fans To Pay For VIP [INFOGRAPHIC]

One in three music fans has bought VIP ticket, but how can you get them to spend the extra money on your festival or show? That's the question that Eventbrite. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 09/16/2016 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Disc jockey, Facebook, Instagram, music festival, music industry, San Francisco, Treasure Island Music Festival, Twitter, Very important person, YouTube

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Why Indie Artists Should Invest In Vinyl

Though making it as an indie artist can certainly be a struggle, merchandise still provides an excellent source of revenue. Here Michael Moore makes a case for why independent artists should take. Continue reading

Guest Post on 09/13/2016 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: BBC Radio Manchester, Compound annual growth rate, Disc jockey, Gramophone record, independent music, iTunes, Japan, List of sovereign states and dependent territories in Asia, music industry, Spotify

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Garth Brooks, Ricky Skaggs, Jerry Reed Among Musicians Hall Of Fame 2016 Inductees

The Musicians Hall of Fame have announced that bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs, Garth Brooks and his backing band The G-Men, the late Jerry Reed, and the Sigma Sound Studio Rhythm. Continue reading

Guest Post on 09/12/2016 in Live & Ticketing | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Allen Reynolds, Disc jockey, Facebook, Garth Brooks, Instagram, music industry, Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, Ricky Skaggs, Twitter, YouTube

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Getting It Done: The Week In D.I.Y And Indie Music

Independent DIY artists gather 'round! We have a multitude of helpful tips for you this week, from how to advance a show like a pro, to YouTube optimization for musicians,. Continue reading

admin on 08/27/2016 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Disc jockey, Do it yourself, Electronic dance music, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, social media, Soundcloud, Twitter, YouTube

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REWIND: The New Music Industry’s Week In Review

This week in our scroll back through a busy week of music industry news, we look at 2016's wealthiest DJs, SpinMedia's arrival on the auction block, the death of disgraced. Continue reading

admin on 08/27/2016 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Apple Inc., Calvin Harris, CD Baby, Disc jockey, Forbes, lawsuit, Live Nation Entertainment, Snoop Dogg, Tiësto, Wiz Khalifa

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Bluestem Amphitheater Builds Idyllic Artist Village Of Tiny Houses

In Moorhead, Minnesota, the Bluestem Amphitheater recently created a quaint and specifically artist tailored village out of tiny houses in which it houses the multiple performers which pass through the region.

Guest Post on 08/26/2016 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Aphex Twin, Associated Press, Austin, Avocado, Banana, Compact disc, Controversy Tour, Disc jockey, DragonForce, Drinking water, Texas

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How To Build A Content Marketing Strategy As An Artist, Band, Or DJ

In addition to actually having content, it's important for artists to develop an effective content marketing strategy, as it helps them to build relationships both with their fans, and with. Continue reading

admin on 08/26/2016 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: Apple Inc., Bob Lefsetz, Diplo (DJ), Disc jockey, Facebook, iTunes, music industry, record label, Taylor Swift, Twitter

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The Coming Arms Race In Online Music: Artist Services [TIM QUIRK]

Digital music industry veteran Tim Quirk examines the coming arms race in the music industry, with online music services competing to offer artists programs and features which enable them to generate revenue. Continue reading

Guest Post on 08/25/2016 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (1)

Tags: Apple Inc., Disc jockey, Fawlty Towers, Initial public offering, iTunes, Jerry Maguire, music industry, Public company, Spotify, Taylor Swift

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Top 10 Earning DJs 2016: Calvin Harris, Tiesto, Zedd, More [FORBES]

Being a DJ is more lucrative than ever, at least according to the latest 'who is making the most money' report from Forbes. Calvin Harris tops the list with $63. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 08/25/2016 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Calvin Harris, David Guetta, Disc jockey, Electronic dance music, Forbes, Kaskade, Martin Garrix, Skrillex, Steve Aoki, Tiësto

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Mixcloud Attracts 1 Million Music Curators With Royalties Paid, No Venture Funding

Self-funded startup Mixcloud has quietly reached the million curator milestone. This achievement stands in sharp contrast to headlines touting millions in new funding alongside high profile failures by music tech. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 08/23/2016 in Music Tech | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: 6th Edition (Magic: The Gathering), Central European Time, Competition, Disc jockey, DJ Awards, DJ mix, Electronic dance music, FL Studio, Ibiza, Mixcloud

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6 Questions Every Artist Ought To Ask Before Releasing New Music

For a musician, releasing new music should be a positive experience, rather than an anxiety inducing one. Here we look at six questions artists should ask themselves in advance of. Continue reading

Guest Post on 08/19/2016 in D.I.Y. | Permalink | Comments (4)

Tags: Apple Inc., Artist, Disc jockey, Drake (entertainer), Jay-Z, Kanye West, List of online music databases, music industry, music video, YouTube

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