Dive into Threads: What sets it apart from Twitter? Is it useful for musicians? And how easy is it to integrate into your music promotion? Continue reading
Facebook 101: how and why to make a band page on Facebook
Creating a page on Facebook for your music in minutes. Setting up a Facebook band or artist page is usually one of the first steps musicians take when establishing their … Continue reading
Why does Twitter still matter for musicians?
Twitter lets musicians do three things they can’t do on other social platforms. First, if you hate Twitter, fine; don’t be on it. Same goes for ANY social platform. Concentrate … Continue reading
The best online marketing & promotion resources for musicians
Looking for a little music marketing & promotion inspiration? Check out this list of some of our favorite online resources for independent musicians: 1. Ari’s Take DIY musician and actor … Continue reading
Band social media: the least you can do
I get it. You’re an artist, not a blind corporate sheeple drone whore-bot. Obviously social media isn’t for you. And no, I’m not here to write a “how to rock … Continue reading
Is Twitter only interested in the Rich and Famous? Maybe that’s why growth is flat.
Last month Twitter announced plans to open up the application process for verified accounts (Twitter accounts that have that little blue “verified” badge) to people and companies of public interest. … Continue reading
Twitter VS. Facebook: Which is better for musicians?
In this video/blog post, I will discuss why you should begin with Twitter over Facebook when you first start out promoting your music online. Just before I begin the lesson, … Continue reading
Fans can now stream your Rhapsody tracks on Twitter
Rhapsody’s integration with Twitter Your Twitter followers can already watch shared YouTube videos and listen to music via SoundCloud without having to leave the Twitter platform. Now you can add … Continue reading
Does anyone actually discover music on Twitter?
Hip hop blogger Mike Trampe wrote an interesting article you might want to check out about online music promotion called “5 Things Rappers Shouldn’t Be Doing on Social Media.” It’s … Continue reading
5 splash-making celebrity tweets and the lessons they offer to musicians
1. 790,000 re-tweets for a hug After being re-elected, Barack Obama’s official Twitter account posted a picture of him romantically holding the first lady in his arms. 790,000 users fell … Continue reading