#DIY music promotion

[jononeillbeats]

How to promote and market your music on a budget.

Promoting and marketing your music is essential if you want to gain a following and make a name for yourself in the music industry. However, it can be difficult to do so on a tight budget. The good news is that there are many ways to effectively promote your music without breaking the bank. In this blog post, we'll cover several tips and strategies to help you promote and market your music on a budget.

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#Branding for musicians #Collaborating with other musicians #DIY music promotion #DIY promotion #Free promotion #Free promotion opportunities #Low-budget promotion #Marketing on a budget #Marketing tips #Music branding #Music industry tips #Music promotion #Networking for musicians #Paid promotion #Paid promotion options #Social media for musicians #Social media marketing #Target audience identification

[dognonsense]

High Speed Railing chorus crunchy edition

#punk #folkpunk #folk punk #diy punk #antifolk #anti folk #queer artist #music promotion #ukulele #live music recording #live music #vancouver punk scene #punk scene #punk shows

[screechingpaperjellyfish]

GIRLS LIKE GIRLS .

#newjeans minji #kim minji #newjeans #new jeans moodboard #vintage #softcore #aesthetic #bunnies #kpop moodboard #kpop #for you #tumblr fyp #kawaii #minji icons #minji #diy #music #spotify #bubble gum #newjeans comeback #promotes #cute #nature #retro #nostalgia #90s #80s aesthetic #viralpost #comfortable #parati

[gruelproponent]

Man I enjoyed Bocchi a lot but if any promoter or venue tells you you have to sell tickets or you owe them money tell 'em to kick rocks

#never pay to play never give scumbag promoters your money #it will not benefit you and you will be doing your local music scene a disservice #if you're just starting out and you wanna start playing out find whoever puts on local DIY shows closest to you or find open mic night #bocchi the rock

[magentagalaxies]

on the note of kith season 6 (didn't want to derail the other post but have been thinking about this lately): one of the only things i disliked - or, rather, that felt off about the revival - was how crisp everything felt in terms of the aesthetic. like ik filmmaking technology has evolved since 1994 and they couldn't do the live studio audience even tho they wanted to bc of covid, but idk the original series despite clearly working with cbc and hbo always had this diy energy, vs the new season just very much felt like oh this is a corporate thing that was location scouted and filmed on a lot

but what's interesting about this fault is that you look into anything else the kids in the hall have made themselves in the past decades and it still has that exact diy aesthetic, sometimes unintentionally but that's the best part. like, i'm the most familiar with scott's works for obvious reasons, but you look at something like contemporary mouth congress music videos or any other video project scott's made just bc he wanted to make it and you can see obvious green screens, the fact that it was clearly filmed on an iPhone, using stuff around the house as props, etc. and if you look at bruce's youtube channel you get that sense as well, and it's so delightful to see bc yeah this comedy isn't a corporate entity, it's just something these guys have to make bc they are passionate about it

anyway i guess what i'm saying is if they ever decide to do another kith revival season they should have paul bellini direct it on his iphone 5 and film 99% of it at the toronto library's green screen room

idk maybe this post is too niche bc a lot of the stuff i'm citing (i.e. mouth congress music videos) hasn't actually been released yet and also i have literally been on these diy sets in the past year where someone just set up a pop-up greenscreen in their living room and my "job" is to make sure the pets don't wander into frame. but yeah idk i find it very funny that watching the revival my only complaint was the lack of that genuine diy spirit and then one year later i'm part of that type of production

#no idea if this is relatable i just had thoughts lmao #this is also inspired by the obvious greenscreen and using-his-real-cast-as-a-prop in scott's promotional video #like again it's probably bc i've been there when scott and paul are just casually filming something at paul's apartment #but i look at something like that and i can just feel all the conversations that went into putting it together #and it's funny bc i get that sense watching the original kith tv show but not as much the amazon show #(which is wild bc i have heard behind the scenes stories from the amazon show too??? spoiler alert people were very stressed) #and i also think the diy tendencies are why i even had a chance to connect with the kids in the hall #bc so many comedians just get accustomed to working exclusively on projects that a studio has set out for them #but the kids in the hall and ESPECIALLY paul bellini love smaller projects where they get to build something from the ground up #paul has made 5 different feature films that he wrote and directed and filmed entirely on an iphone 5 #(not sure if they were all specifically that model of phone he may have upgraded at some point lmao) #(also he's planning to release them onto youtube soon!!) #but yeah the goal with these iphone films was never to win every award and make a bunch of money. it's the passion for making movies #and i think since i'm a very diy-oriented person who's like ''idc if someone gives me permission i'm gonna make a multimedia musical'' #that's what made paul see potential in me which is why i even got the chance to do any of this stuff #anyway i guess what i'm saying is my advice for everyone is: just make the thing! even if you have no budget and no backing #bc even a scaled-down version of the thing is still impressive bc you made it!! #if scott thompson can film a ''crowd scene'' in scottland by drawing faces on a bunch of fingers and just filming people's hands #you can make your project something iconic

[nikkyp24]

I just put out my third record. It's terrifying and I'm really bad at promoting/releasing stuff, but I love creating and I'm glad I've created 10 more sad songs for sad people. If you come across this post, check me out and maybe give my sad songs a chance in your playlist lol.

#music #indie music #diy music #alternative musician #alternative #musicians of tumblr #nikky p #bedroom music #bedroom musician #god i have no idea what i am doing #promoting music sucks

[thexube]

10 Things You Should Know About How to Release Your Own Music

Have you been wondering what it could take to release your own music? So many people get confused about things to do when they are about embarking on this same musical journey. To make things easy for you, this article will explain ten important things you should know when you want to release your own music....LEARN MORE

#diy musicians #music tips #emerging artists #sell more music #getheard #indie music #indie bands #independent labels #music producer #music promotion

[gothiccharmschool]

Happy World Goth Day!

Remember, there is no one way to be goth.

Be aware of the bands that helped form the subculture (Bauhaus, Siouxsie, The Cure, etc.), but also know there are all sorts of goth music subgenres, so explore!

Goth is for everyone. If someone tells you that you have to be thin, white, young, able-bodied, etc. to be a Real Goth, ignore them. They're wrong.

Goth fashion is based in DIY and combining random bits until you have a look that makes you happy. Goth fashion isn't about spending huge amounts of money at various big 'goth lifestyle' websites.

Always support indie bands, artists, clothing designers, jewelers, etc. when you can. Posting about/promoting them is support!

With much love,

Auntie Jilli

#goth #World Goth Day 2024

[kushnsoul-meditation]

How To Make It In The Music Industry In 2023 | Few Key Steps

#youtube #music #2023 #industry #diy #artist #tips #hacks #howto #promote #freedom #fresh #motivation #lofi

[tvbrains]

I do music promotion and holy nuts it’s so easy I’m surprised more people don’t do it. I just ask bands if they want to play and then just ask a venue to host; rinse and repeat until I’ve got a venue and lineup. Bonus points because even if bands can’t play/venues can’t host they know about you now.

#music #music promotion #diy music #rambles

[endcant]

save a bastion for queer culture in a famously hateful city

i’ll try to write a shorter and sweeter post about this later, but for now i will just beg at length.

there is a town near me called Murfreesboro where at various points they have banned or attempted to ban public homosexuality, drag, and pride flags. for a time their county’s youth incarceration rate was 48% (contrasted with the rest of the state at 5%) due to corruption in their local courts system. every juvenile case that made it to the wrong judge resulted in the child being sent to jail, because the county commissioner thought it’d be “cool” if the jail was a “profit center” (yes these are his actual words). these are just a few examples but suffice it to say, this is a very difficult place to grow up, especially for LGBT kids.

despite all of this difficulty, the area has a remarkable alternative music scene with a few small venues where queer people and young people who don’t fit in elsewhere can genuinely have fun and feel safe for the night. despite the city’s reputation, queer people in the broader area flock to the town for raves and DIY shows. in this area, music culture is intertwined with queer culture and leftist efforts to a much greater degree than i’m used to as somebody from the middle of california.

i really admire the venues and event organizers that cultivate a safe spaces like this in a place where it is decidedly unsafe for queer people, and where the youth are constantly in danger of having their lives ruined for totally arbitrary reasons.

this is why it breaks my heart that murfreesboro is trying to shut down a venue called The Graveyard Gallery. the graveyard gallery is a place where a ton of events are constantly held for lgbt, furry, and alternative communities. it is one of very few alternative places in the broader nashville area where i have felt really, truly safe and welcome as a person of color.

most recently, The Graveyard Gallery has come under attack for attempting to hold a Trans Day of Visibility punk show, with the apt title “Trans Day of Vengeance”. Conservative media, both local and national, directed the attention of their audiences towards this event, calling it “tone deaf” to have it on easter, and to have it sort-of-kind-of-close-to-but-not-quite-on the anniversary of the shooting in nashville. All of this, of course, ignoring that the date for TDoV was set in 2009, and that this was a small DIY punk show that really bore no threat to anybody. the show had to be canceled because of credible death threats, so it didn’t even happen, but that hasn’t appeased anybody.

in the wake of this, murfreesboro’s fire marshal has suddenly decided that the building is not acceptable for occupancy and it has to close immediately and for the forseeable future. people can claim it’s unrelated, but i’ve known people to have their businesses suddenly declined by fire marshals due to sheer bigotry before, and shitty towns will just use their fire marshal to bankrupt small business owners that they don’t like. i do not speak for the owners of the gallery on this front, but i personally believe that these things are related.

all this is to say, the graveyard gallery needs to raise money for their legal fees over this matter. this venue is very important to a lot of people, and may be even more important now that the city’s music scene is in the crosshairs of massive conservative media companies.

if you can donate please do, and if you can share this, please do that as well.

thank you for taking the time to read my post. i know there’s a lot going on in the world, but music venues are where people here gather, and music venues are often also a place where people organize to make meaningful change and promote causes that i know most of you would approve of. music is at the heart of this community, and the venues are where the music lives.

#mine

[dognonsense]

my first ever time performing music in front of a crowd!!! This was so exciting to do and I can't wait to keep performing and writing songs!

#punk #diy #folkpunk #folk punk #music #indie music #upcoming artist #upcoming music #new music #music promotion #punk posting #Youtube

[ms-demeanor]

Do you happen to have any tips on staying COVID (and other respiratory viruses tbh) safe while getting into the DIY scene? Haven't met any other immune compromised people in my scene yet so kinda been floundering figuring it out alone ^_^;;

I am really sad to say that I do not. Because my spouse is immune compromised, I don't feel comfortable going back to bar shows or trying to perform so my band and my participation in the scene has pulled back a lot.

But there are still ways to participate. Find the venues in your area and identify their social media, see what shows they're promoting and follow the bands and share their posts and hype up their music. I sometimes make buttons or fliers for people even if I'm not going to shows, and people always appreciate it when people share their stuff. Think about any skills that you might have that you'd be interested in offering to people; perhaps you could put together lyric videos, or could do logo design, or could put together a local show newsletter and start a mailing list.

[bearsintreesofficial]

did you guys get a new label? the label for cassiopeia is “I Sure Hope it Does”?

SO: we've been on a massive DIY kick recently. our community have grown so much in the last few years and what we find so energising about bears in trees is being able to create in so many forms. this new era, we've filmed and edited all our own music videos, we're doing all our own promotion etc etc. and whilst counter intuitive have been so amazing for us the last couple years and we're still on great terms, we wanted to do it ourselves. so we self released. we put 'i sure hope it does' in the 'label' section of the song submission because we thought it would be funny. remember everyone: you can create your own art and put it out into the world and build your own community, whenever you like.

#record label? i sure hope it does

[k00291970]

Punk band posters are known for their DIY aesthetic, often featuring bold, hand-drawn graphics, rebellious imagery, and raw typography.

They capture the energy and ethos of the punk movement. Bands like the Sex Pistols and Ramones had iconic posters, helping create the visual language of punk.

These posters were often past around locally, promoting underground shows and creating a sense of community within the punk scene.

Today, vintage punk posters are collectibles, showcasing the artistic and rebellious spirit of the era, and this is what I wanted to create with my poster. I wanted this to feel like a relic of the past, a poster that the band might have used to promote there music.

I added the Spotify codes to a couple Sex Pistol songs, and to bring punk into the modern world. To show that punk is not dead

#art #artists on tumblr #design #diy #lsad #books & libraries #watercolor #black metal #sex pistols #sid vicious #70s punk #punk fashion #spider punk #post punk #punk rock #punk #johnny rotten #ramones #poster #poster making #punk poster

[thexube]

Unleashing Success: Mastering Effective Social Media Marketing for Musicians

Are you a musician ready to amplify your online presence? The key to unlocking success lies in mastering the art of effective social media marketing. In a digital age where visibility is paramount, leveraging the right strategies can make all the difference in propelling your musical journey to new heights.

In the vast landscape of social media, creating a compelling profile is your first step towards making a lasting impression. Optimise your profiles with striking visuals, a captivating bio, and a link to your latest work. Ideally you want to have your own website to send potential fans to even a music funnel. Remember, your profile is your virtual stage; make it shine!

Instagram Mastery

With its visual-centric platform, Instagram is a powerhouse for musicians. Engage your audience with eye-catching images, behind-the-scenes glimpses, and snippets of your musical process. Don't forget to use relevant hashtags to expand your reach and connect with like-minded enthusiasts. It would be good to connect with other similar musicians as well.

X Strategies

X's fast-paced environment demands concise and impactful content. Utilise this platform to share updates, connect with fans, and join trending conversations in the music world. A well-crafted post can go a long way in sparking interest and interaction. Be sure to get involved in conversations as well. Try to be authentic; actually don’t try, just be authentic at all times. You will get fans organically this way.

Choosing Wisely

Not all social media platforms are created equal. Tailor your approach based on your target audience. Are you aiming for a younger demographic? TikTok might be your stage. Targeting professionals? LinkedIn could be your networking hub. Understanding your audience is key to optimising your social media strategy.

Building a Community

Foster a sense of community among your followers. Respond to comments, ask questions, and encourage discussions. Creating a space where fans feel heard and valued not only strengthens your online presence but also cultivates a dedicated fan base.

Analytics: Your Guide to Optimization

Don't overlook the importance of analytics. Platforms like Facebook and Instagram offer insights into your audience's behaviour. Use these metrics to refine your strategy – understanding what works and what doesn't is pivotal to sustained success.

This Is Only The Beginning

Effective social media marketing for musicians is not just a strategy; it's an art. By curating a captivating online presence, engaging with your audience, and leveraging the unique strengths of each platform, you're not just marketing your music – you're creating a symphony that resonates with the world. So, tune in, tweet out, and watch your musical journey flourish in the digital spotlight.

#music tips #emerging artists #diy musicians #sell more music #indie music #indie bands #promote your music #music promotion #getheard #social media #social