Archive for the ‘Internet’ Category
Where to host your website
Even if you use Facebook, you should consider having a website. I use Dreamhost as my hosting server, and WordPress for my website development. Dreamhost has been very reliable, and their tech support very responsive, and they are one of the few WordPress verified hosting servers.
Google Alerts – what are people saying about you?
Do you know what people are saying about you on the internet? Google Alerts will notify you anytime someone posts a blog or review about you so you can keep tabs on what’s being said about you and where your name is being dropped.
Think of Google Alerts as a customized automatic Google Search that delivers the search results to you in your email inbox anytime something new hits the internet.
Google Alerts are also helpful when you’re trying to keep up with certain topics, news, or people.
This is very helpful for musicians to keep track of reviews and places their album is featured.
New features coming for Download Cards
DiscRevolt is developing the next version of their technology platform and it should be released in the next 4 weeks or so. This new platform is going to be a huge upgrade and we’re super excited about the prospects. The new platform will still do the same things the old platform does, but it will do them better and will also do much more.
spunTV – New Orleans based internet marketing for musicians
Our goal is to help you reach a level of success that you set for yourself, by providing you with the tools you need and promoting you on all of our sites in the “Spun Universe”.
Spun will create a page for you on our site that includes any or all of the following:
•Custom Header
•Profile Picture
•Bio
•Mp3 Player
•Video Player
•Image Gallery
If you do not have photos, videos, bios, etc. we can introduce you our network of photographers, directors, writers, etc. to get you the material you lack.
Download Card FAQs
Why should I get download cards when I can just tell people to go to my site or CDbaby to download my music?
You will get a much BETTER RESPONSE if people have a physical card.
The card is a HUGE MOTIVATOR because:
- The card is perceieved to have VALUE, even if it downloads something that is free. It feels like a gift card.
- The physical aspect of the card REMINDS people to go to your content when they find it in their purse or wallet later.
Maximize your presence on social networks
“How To” videos that to help you maximize your presence on social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, Myspace YouTube, etc. from Madelyn Sklar’s Social Networking for Musicians. Her latest video, “How To Add ReverbNation App To Your Facebook Fan Page”, is available on YouTube. You can view it and others at http://www.youtube.com/sn4m
Internet Concerts
If you thought YouTube was a great venue to connect with the world, you need to explore one of the latest trends – online performance sites. Some are geared around a specific venue. Others feature live performances from all over.
Live from Daryl’s House Live from Daryl’s House started with Daryl’s “light-bulb moment” idea of “playing music with my friends and putting it up on the Internet.”
Black Cab Sessions A unique venue – the back of a cab.
They Shoot Music Don’t They? Viennese videos
Facebook Marketing Tips for Musicians FREE e-Course
Confused by Facebook?
Virtual Jewelcase
My exclusive proofing system shows you how your graphics look in your packaging. Also great to include in your digital download packages or on your site.
Podcasting the Arts Webinar
Podcasting the Arts Webinar Available On Demand
The Arts Council’s latest webinar, Podcasting the Arts , is now available for free streaming via our website. The webinar runs roughly 15 minutes, and can be viewed by clicking here.
To supplement this webinar, please see this Basic Guide to RSS and Feeds, downloadable as a PDF.
Presented by Cole Bernstein and Gene Meneray of the Arts Council’s Arts Business Program, the webinar covers how to create a podcast, how to distribute it, what other artists are doing with podcasts, and tips for production and recording.
Artist internet marketing workshop – New Orleans, July 15, 2009
Arts Council Workshop: Three Artists and the Internet
On Wednesday, July 15th, 2009, join the Arts Council and our esteemed panel for our latest workshop, Three Artists and the Internet.
Presenting at this workshop will be artists Heather Elizabeth, Rebecca Rebouche, and Dona Simons . All three artists have different careers, and different marketing strategies, but all have made creative and innovative use of the web to market their artwork. Topics to be addressed include:
- Creating an effective internet presence.
- Using music and video to enhance your presentation.
- Promoting your art via blogs and social media.