Musicians

Soundcloud Promotion Strategies For Upcoming Artists

Many aspiring artists feel like promoting on SoundCloud holds no potential benefit to the growth of their musical careers because they believe the platform has become obsolete and outdated. However, this is simply not true – until an artist can fulfill their own ambitions of reaching heights that surpass their predecessors, they will continue to rely on traditional methods of promotion, such as through SoundCloud. While YouTube, Spotify, and Apple …

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Artists Who Have Made it Big Using Social Media

  Many new artists who are just starting out get tunnel vision when it comes to growing their careers. They think there’s a specific path set with vague instructions that they have to follow: make music, wait to get picked up by a label, be famous “overnight”. However, if you approached any other job like that ( do one basic task and then sit back and do nothing while you wait …

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7 Tips to Branding the Right Way

Companies are more than their products. Musicians are more than their music. It’s an experience. Consumers and fans connect to brands through the experience. Branding is the way you want to share your story with the world. It’s the way you communicate and interact with your fans or consumers.  Whether you’re a musician or own a company, your brand tells your story. With millions of people trying to “make it …

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Headshots and Resumes for Performers

A performer’s resume allows casting directors to see their successes, where they’ve come from, and who they’ve worked with. Your working and learning history are all right there for potential employers to see. A good resume allows people to find a connection to you and your work. Knowing what to add to your resume and what to leave off can be a challenge when you’re trying to include as much …

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Presentation is Key: How Professional Photos Will Enhance Your Brand

In the entertainment industry, it’s crucial to present yourself in a professional capacity. One way to do this is by having high-quality images. The Internet is full of images these days so it’s important to make sure what you present stands out but also represents your brand. See below for our top ways professional photos will enhance your brand. Social Media Presence Having high-resolution images will automatically create a more …

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Introducing New Photo Shoot Services from AMW

You only have one shot to make a first impression online. Make the strongest first impression with professional headshots and photos. AMW has partnered with Los Angeles area photo studio Sergio Garcia Studios to offer packages to fit your every need. From a basic package that will leave you with 6 edited images that are perfectly on brand to a full-service package that includes wardrobe and makeup styling, we’ve ensured …

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Casting Call: Fox Announces New Singing Contest “The Four”

Fox Network’s new singing competition “The Four” is looking for the strongest new voices across the nation. Every week, four vocalists perform to defend their seat against waves of new performers, hungry for their shot at stardom. The winner will catapult their career to the next level. From the network that brought you “American Idol” and from the producers behind some of the biggest talent- driven shows on earth, comes, “The …

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Planning Ahead: Tips to Prepare for Your Next Single Release

In a generation where music is the top most desired means of entertainment for millions of people, getting to the top with a promising career in the industry is one of the most difficult things for most artists. However, to ensure that your next single release is a hit and not a flop, it is important that you plan it from a business perspective as well as an artistic perspective. …

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10 Steps for Successful Music PR

Music is one of the industries in which PR has an enormous effect on performance. We all know about great artists in the music industry who aren’t as notable as they should be. Getting the right momentum through the right PR can result in an artist gaining popularity and people talking about their work while missed opportunities can result in even a great artist remaining undiscovered by the majority. Take …

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How Artists can Benefit from a Digital PR Campaign

Achieving results on a time limit When a band or artist entity is looking to enhance their promotion online, sometimes you may only have 2-3 months to really build up your presence. Reasons could be an upcoming tour in the summer, needing placement on blogs in your niche, and making sure that you are appealing to as large a number as potential fans as possible. Having a press release is …

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Great Apps for Indie Artists

Favorite Apps for Artists to Maximize Productivity When it comes to being stuck in the office, there are a lot of apps out there like Pandora and Spotify for listening to great music. The ease of which you can now find something to listen to is spectacular. But what if you are an artist that is short on time, maybe works a day job, and needs to promote themselves badly? We …

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