Let’s Talk About Google+ For Artists
Google+ has an estimated 18 million users after one month of existence with more people signing up everyday and a mobile app. What does Google+ offer for artists to connect. Continue reading
Study Says Connect With Your Fans To Counteract Illegal Downloading
An academic research paper by Kalika N. Doloswal and Ann Dadich on "using policy to curb illegal downloading" provides some interesting insights into the strength of efforts to connect musicians. Continue reading
Top Timing Tips for Social Media Posts
Last week I shared some research from Dan Zarella on timing and frequency of Twitter and Facebook posts and related research on email and blog posts. Here's a quick cheatsheet. Continue reading
One Easy Way To Sell And Share Music On Facebook
Facebook is a great way for people to share photos and videos, but how do you use the site to share and sell music? On Music Think Tank, Bob Baker. Continue reading
Do Social Networks Really Help Musicians?
On Music Think Tank, Dan Morgan writes about the problem of overcrowding and social media. It’s hard to catch the attention of A&R reps with overcrowding, but Dan looks at. Continue reading
Discover New Music: Algorithms Or Your Friends’ Suggestions?
Where do you discover new music? Maybe you heard from a friend about a new band or discovered new music through services like Pandora. Traditionally, the record labels were the. Continue reading
12 Tips To Handle Musician Social Media Overload
Facebook, Twitter, YouTube…the list goes on. Dozens of social media that artists use to connect with fans and market themselves. Great tools, but tiresome if you have a billion other. Continue reading
8 Reasons Why You Need To Have Your Own Website
On Music Think Tank, Michael Brandvold explains the importance of having your own website. All your social media accounts should lead back to one thing: your website. “Your website is. Continue reading
This Week on MTT: The Facebook Dilemma
Several great essays appeared on MTT this week: Hillary Brown: Essential Content For Your Band's Website Paul Schatzkin: The Facebook Dilemma Ariel Hyatt: Turning TV Placements Into Fan Engagement Part. Continue reading
This Week on MTT: Death of the Album Format, Social Media & Websites, Ticket Price Ceiling
This week on Music Think Tank, Bobby Owsinski posted six reasons why the album format died. Michael Brandvold explained how to use social media with an official website by using. Continue reading
