Music Promotion and Marketing tips for Indie Musicians
Apple announces the new improved iPhone (optimized for video). YouTube adds video editing. Thom York of Radiohead claims the music industry is dying. Kevin recaps his show opening for the British new wave group, Wang Chung. The Podcasters discuss last weeks semi-explicit interview with Martin Atkins. Plus, calls and emails from our totally rock’n audience.
Don’t forget to call or Email with your questions for Tom Jackson (Interviewed in Episode 43)
Martin is a longtime musician (Public Image Ltd, Killing Joke, and Pigface) and a full time lecturer at Columbia College Chicago. He recently penned a book called “Tour Smart and Break the Band†that examines all that is needed to hit the road and have a productive touring experience. You might be thinking, “How hard is touring? You just jump in a van and go!â€Â Well, Martin has a lot to say on the topic, and if you want to use touring to move your music career forward, you’ll definitely want to make sure you are touring smart.
To find out more about Martin and his book, click HERE!
In the news, Facebook has caused quite a stir with privacy and policy changes that have left many looking for an alternative social network. Avid Twitter user John Mayer, a musician with over 3.2 million followers, decides that Twitter is . . .over. CD Baby launches its new singles program. In news of less concern, Kevin’s band gets a gig opening for Wang Chung! As always, the podcasters take your calls and discuss your thoughts and suggestions.