There’s a lot of buzz floating around about NuMuBu! The creators claim, “NuMuBu empowers the individuals and businesses that make up our industry by providing them with the tools and the network to succeed.” I visited the today and created an account under ‘Artist Development’. There are way too many features to list here, but the NuMuBu Intro Video outlines the site pretty well. Check it out and let me know…
Jul 152010
I’ve signed up and it’s pretty freaking cool! That’s all I’ve got to say about that. Draw your own conclusions as to how this fits into your hectic touring schedule. Watch the video, then head on over to http://google.com/voice
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Greg Rollett is always a step ahead. Of course, it’s no big secret I’m a huge fan of the creative force behind Gen-Y Rock Stars. This time around, Greg and his partner, Brett Burky, bring us BAND WP THEMES, an awesome package for artists looking to leverage the WordPress platform to keep their fans updated with
- news & events,
- blog posts,
- music,
- and collect email subscriptions & more.
I live and die by WordPress. The sites I design for artists & music industry professionals are based on the WordPress format. In my opinion it is by far the quickest, easiest, and most effective way to design a professional site for virtually any occasion. Leave it to Greg & company to take it to the next level!
In fact, there are 2 levels available, depending on your band’s needs – the Indie Package and the Platinum Package. I’ve just ordered a Platinum Package for one of the bands I take care of. What are you waiting for? Head on over to BAND WP THEMES for more information on creating a kick ass band website!
Ran across http://tunerights.com today and thought I would share it as an industry profile. It looks to be a different, yet interesting twist on fan-funded projects. Since I’ve always suggested to my artists to get the fans involved in every aspect of your business…
What is TuneRights?
TuneRights is a stock exchange for songs.
- Songs become stocks
- Fans become investors
- Artists get paid
Check out this short tutorial video. I’d like to hear your thought on the subject.
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HeavyAsHell.com relaunched on March 1, 2010 in a big way! This site is a kick ass social news network for fans, bands, and independent journalists of heavy music. Did I mention a chance to win cash money just for being an active user? Yep! $$$ for sharing and voting on music, vids, photos, and news from your favorite heavy bands 
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Have you ever dreamed of receiving private guitar lessons from a professional musician? What if they could be taught to you in the privacy of your own home by way of the internet?
Enter EZGTR! Now, thanks to Symphonic Guitarist, Dan Sindel, students are able to learn the guitar from virtually anywhere in the world. Click the banner to start your lesson today.
Somewhere between having a good time at a show and a too late 911 call, there needs to be a group that can treat, serve, and care for the music-loving, concert attending public. Guess what? Mash Pit is there to do just that!
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