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NashVegas and some great links to make more money in music

I’m in Nashville right now finishing up producing a record for Hanna Peterson at the County Q recording studio. We worked with an amazing band, here’s the highlights: Paul Scholten – Drums/Band Leader Alison Prestwood – Bass John Jarvis – Piano/Organ JT Korenflos – Electric Guitar Steve Sheenan – Acoustic Guitar Glen Duncan – Fiddle, […]

Written by on January 13, 2008

Music Lessons – A Must Read from Seth Godin

most of you have heard me preach this same message, but this guy gets more press than I do, so maybe you’ll believe him 🙂 http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2008/01/music-lessons.htm when you’re ready to discuss “The New Model” for the music business let me know…

Written by on January 9, 2008

The Holy Grail for Indie Musicians?

Those of you who talk to me on a semi-regular basis know that I’m a broken record when it comes to the following concepts: 1. Make people feel like a “member” of your band and you will have a very lucrative fanbase 2. Make sure you have a product to offer at every price point […]

Written by on December 11, 2007

How to Sell 15,000 CDs in 18 Months – From the Buzz Factor

Here is a great post from my good friend and music marketing guru, Bob Baker, author of the best-selling book “Guerilla Music Marketing” who was the featured guest on my Music Marketing Mastermind Call a few months ago: How to Sell 15,000 CDs in 18 Months Check out this inspiring video interview with musician Terry […]

Written by on November 26, 2007

I told you I smelled a hit!

Per my post back on July 24th, 2007 I mentioned that Colbie Caillat’s song “Bubbly” sure smelled like a #1 song. (You can see the post here) Well, congrats Colbie, looks like the song is still making waves and did in fact make it to #1, not to mention its done great on the international […]

Written by on November 25, 2007