Music Promotion, Marketing and Distribution Newsletter

February 2019

The contacts listed are sorted into FIVE sections:

1. Publications, Review Websites and Music Blogs that will REVIEW your music
2. Radio Stations, Shows and Podcasts that will PLAY your songs
3. Labels, Vendors, Distributors and Promotional Services that will help you to SELL your CD
4. Websites where you can UPLOAD your band's MP3s or videos
5. Helpful Resources for recording artists

SECTION ONE: SITES/PUBLICATIONS WHERE YOU CAN GET YOUR MUSIC REVIEWED

BRASH! Magazine
E. Alexcina Brown brashmag@outlook.com
www.brashmagazine.weebly.com
A digital entertainment publication designed to highlight independent artists, labels and business professionals within the underground music scene. The goal of BRASH! is to provide music marketing/promotion content for its readers as well as provide a platform for indie artists/labels to gain press/media exposure for their brand. This publication also contains features from start-up/indie fashion brands and professionals along with engaging entertainment news. Have a good story about your music and/or brand? E-mail us your press release. facebook.com/BRASHMagazine @BRASH_Magazine

I'm Music Magazine
Johnny Price info@immusicmag.com
www.immusicmag.com
Your one stop source for music news, interviews, concert reviews, album reviews, book reviews, concert photography and so much more. I'm Music Magazine is made up of a staff of music lovers. We're music journalists and photographers who are very passionate about what we do. We offer the latest music news, album reviews, show reviews, DVD reviews, book reviews, concert photography, and more! We talk to all levels of bands and give them equal representation and respect because every big dog in the industry started out as a little puppy. We love our natural, organic growth that we have here because it's real and our followers are active on our sites. We hope you like what you see and hear at our magazine because we want you to remember where you read about some of these bands when they were getting their starts. facebook.com/immusicmagazine @ImMusicMag

Making a Scene
5765 Lake Windsor Pkwy. Buford, GA 30518
Richard L'Hommedieu publisher@makingascene.org
www.makingascene.org
Independent musicians guide to the music business, CD reviews artist interviews, recording techniques, music business articles, interviews with music business professionals, show reviews and much more. Genres we feature are Hip Hop/Rap, Dance/Electronic, Soul/R&B/Funk, Acoustic, Folk, Roots, Singer/Songwriter, Country/Bluegrass, Americana/Alt-Country, Blues, World Music, Jamband, Jazz, Latin, Reggae/Ska, Pop, Rock/Indie, Alternative, Industrial/Goth, Prog Rock, Experimental, Cajun/Zydeco, Hard Rock, Metal and Punk.

Nashville Music Guide
PO Box 332067, Nashville, TN 37203
PH: 615-244-5673
editor@nashvillemusicguide.com
www.nashvillemusicguide.com
Free publication dedicated to promoting the performing artist, musician and songwriter. facebook.com/nashvillemusicguide @NashMusicGuide

SECTION TWO: RADIO STATIONS, SHOWS AND PROMOTERS

2.1 RADIO - STATIONS AND SHOWS

ISLAND VIBE with Delly - WPAT
PO Box 1626, Newark, NJ 07104
Delroy Souden ensoundent@gmail.com
www.buzzsprout.com/246195?link_list=6294792
The show features Caribbean and World music. Artists are encouraged to send their music for airplay.

WVFS - Florida State U.
420 Diffenbaugh Bldg. Tallahassee, FL 32306-1550
PERSON music@wvfs.fsu.edu
www.wvfs.fsu.edu
If you would like to submit music to WVFS for airplay consideration (compact disc and vinyl formats preferred, but digital recordings also accepted), please send materials to our mailing address. facebook.com/WVFSTallahassee @WVFS

Metal Messiah Radio
staff@metalmessiahradio.com
/www.metalmessiahradio.com
We have DJs from all over the world, spanning five of the seven continents. Metal Messiah Radio's DJs play both ends of the Rock to Metal to extreme spectrum. The station is dedicated to bringing the listeners the very best music there is to offer and we are ... YOUR METAL MUSIC MESSIAH!!! If you would like airplay, send us your music via our ONLINE FORM. facebook.com/MetalMessiahRadio @mmrpromotions

WRAS - Georgia State U.
PO Box 4048, Atlanta, GA 30302-4048
PH: 404-413-9727
www.wras.org
Artists that have new music they would like to submit for consideration for our featured rotation and/or specialty shows must mail hard copies of their EPs/LPs (in CD or vinyl) to WRAS-Album 88. We do not accept CD singles, MP3s or cassettes. @wrasalbum88

multicult.fm
Marheineke Platz 15, 10961 Berlin, Germany
musik@multicult.fm
www.multicult.fm
World Music radio. The name of our station stands for a respectful and inclusive approach to the diversity of this region. facebook.com/multicultfm instagram.com/multicult.fm

The Mad Music Asylum
PH: 347-687-4279
Uncle Duke themadmusicasylum@gmail.com
www.themadmusicasylum.com
If you are an artist looking for exposure, we would love to hear your stuff. I don't want to come across as a snob but my musical tastes run from the Baroque Classical period to the music of today. I cannot guarantee you a slot on the program but am always, always looking for new tunes to listen to and love. I cannot give you any direction as to what to submit because depending on the mood I am in, I have the potential to like anything and everything. I would say please no head banging really Hard Rock, but at times I like Black Sabbath and Ted Nugent as much as the next guy so....anything goes. The best way to get our attention is to fill out our ONLINE FORM and send us a LINK to your music. If that seems too complicated, you can just send the LINK to our e-mail address. Also, it helps to interact with us on any of our various social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Google+ or Pinterest). If we like what we hear, we will contact you to obtain the MP3 file so we can mix it in to the program. facebook.com/MadMusicAsylum @MadMusicAsylum

Halshack Indie Rockcast
Hal Jester jesterman9000@gmail.com
www.halshack.com
I began my company HALSHACK as an independent A&R, public relations manager and now a radio personality to source bands and artists that I feel are in viable contention of possible notoriety or even stardom in the mainstream music industry. I look for quality emerging artists an aspire to working with only the best indie and unsigned acts. I produce my own radio show in order to gain attention for these artists by giving full promotion on my website, radio show and various social media outlets and platforms as well as possibly having an article or review written about certain acts that garner the attention. We also provide blogs and music reviews for certain artists that we deem worthy of the extra exposure by my highly trained staff of ex record label scouts and musicians. I cater mainly to Rock/Alt/Pop with a smattering of Reggae, Ska, Americana and Funk occasionally mixed in. facebook.com/halshack @halshack

2.2 RADIO PROMOTERS

Howard Rosen Promotion
521 W. Channel Islands Blvd. #15, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
PH: 805-382-2200 FX: 805-201-7816
info@howiewood.com
www.howiewood.com
Since 1985 We have been helping artists reach their goals of obtaining radio airplay, expanding their fan base, and creating awareness throughout the industry. @Howiewoodpromo

National Record Promotion
137 N. Larchmont #500, Los Angeles, CA 90004
PH: 323-658-7449
Larry Weir larry_weir@sbcglobal.net
www.larryweir.com
We promote artists and groups at radio with an emphasis on independent labels and recording artists. Over the last five years NRP has worked with many major acts. NRP will assist you in weekly tracking reports...national chart activity & radio interviews. facebook.com/National.Record.Promotion

Twin Vision
261 5th Ave. #1F, Brooklyn, NY 11215
PH: 718-369-1370
Peter Hay peterhay@twinvision.net
www.twinvision.net
Offers radio promotion services to artists and labels with proven strategies that create exposure and awareness with national audiences. We are specialists in working with independently created projects, from artists putting out their own recordings to major independent labels, as well as foreign labels looking for a niche in the American market. For the last seventeen years, Twin Vision has provided promotion services to artists, managers, publishers and labels whose projects required special attention at radio formats that embrace new and emerging artists.

SECTION THREE: SERVICES/VENDORS/LABELS THAT WILL HELP SELL YOUR MUSIC

3.1 SERVICES - PROMOTION/PUBLICITY

OURGIG.COM
PH: 800-431-1258
eservices@ourgig.net
www.ourgig.com
For more than 14 years, musicians, models, actors, photographers, agents, record labels and many more have been depending on the reliable services provided by OURGIG.COM to create, maintain and market their web image to the world. Websites, PR & publicity and it's affordable! facebook.com/ourgig @ourgig

Longarrow Publicity
PO Box 94, Tabor, IA 51653
PH: 615-784-8762
Trevor trevor@longarrowpublicity.com
www.longarrowpublicity.com
We offer a wide range of professional publicity services. We'll work together with you to create an individual package that best suits your needs. We'll help you get where you want to be, and push you to soar even farther than you ever imagined was possible. Our relationships with various platforms enables you to grow your fan base, booking portfolio and helps increase your exposure. We begin by working with you to define project goals that focus on reach, engagement, and long-term success. We then map out a plan to achieve these goals. This is what we live for: merging creativity, social platforms and today's emerging and ever-changing technology in a way that brings your business well earned success. facebook.com/longarrowpublicity

Grand Sounds Promotion
office@grandsounds.net
www.grandsounds.net
One of the biggest European promotional/management agencies for Rock / Metal bands and labels. We have been inside the Metal scene since the 90's and have many close contacts with labels, magazines, gig organizers etc. We make our work professionally and honest, and our prices are affordable. facebook.com/grandsounds @GrandSounds

TAXI
5010 N. Pkwy. Calabasas #200, Calabasas, CA 91302
PH (US and Canada): 800-458-2111
PH (International): 818-222-2464
memberservices@taxi.com
www.taxi.com
Get your music to Record Labels, Music Publishers, Music Supervisors and Music Libraries! We deliver those targeted opportunities right to your front door. Record labels, Publishers, Music Libraries and Film & TV Music Supervisors tell us what kind of Songs, Instrumental Tracks and Artists they currently need - then we tell you. When you see a match for your music, send it to us, and our A&R team will pre-screen it for the company that needs it. If your music is on-target and great, we send it to them. Your music becomes solicited because it came from a trusted industry source (that's us!). Why Sign Up For TAXI? Your music will finally get heard by real industry professionals! You don't have the time to develop the contacts and knock on hundreds of doors yourself. You'll know exactly what the industry needs and when they need it - no more procrastinating. TAXI's FREE convention is worth much, much more than you will invest in your membership. You'll get professional feedback to help take your music from good to great. facebook.com/TaxiIndependentAR @TAXIMusic

WHIPLASH PR & Management
398 Columbus Ave. PMB #183, Boston, MA 02116
PH: 617-445-4383
Rhonda Sanchez whiplashpr@aol.com
www.whiplashprandmanagement.com
Thanks to many years of developing relationships with journalists, editors, reviewers, radio programmers and national and international contacts of all varieties, Whiplash PR & Management has been able to individually tailor its efforts by targeting members of the media who will specifically champion its clients. These personal relationships with the clients and media alike provide The WPM Team with a deeper understanding of each one's needs and talents, as well as the fuel to create the fresh, attention-grabbing pitches for which the firm has become well known. Whiplash PR & Management is fearlessly creative in the pursuit of press coverage for its clients. As one of the the pioneers of the indie pr movement in 1996; hence 'indie publicist', we chooses carefully which projects to take on. Whiplash staff is dedicated and enthusiastic and regularly goes beyond the call of duty, securing any opportunity that would be beneficial for the clients, whether it falls in the realm of conventional publicity or career development. @Whiplashpr

RAPIDFIRE PR
PH: 360-509-1779
Cyrus Rhodes rhodesm@wavecable.com
www.rapidfirepr.com
RAPIDFIRE PR is the only PR firm in the world that can deliver 10 music reviews, written by 10 separate music critics, posted on 10 separate websites in as little as 10 working days. No matter if it's an EP, LP, single or video/press release RAPIDFIRE PR has got you covered with over 50+ writers on staff and top web affiliates all working on your behalf. From the indie artist to the pro publicist - RAPIDFIRE PR delivers music marketing for all. @cyrusrhodes

3.2 SERVICES - LABELS, DISTRIBUTORS AND ONLINE VENDORS

Sound House Records
enquiries@soundhouserecords.co.uk
www.soundhouserecords.co.uk/send-your-music
Hard Rock label. To submit your music to our A&R department, please fill in our ONLINE FORM with all the relevent details and click SEND. We also handle band management and digital distribution. No matter what level your band is currently at we can help. facebook.com/SoundHouseRecords @SoundHouseRcrds

SECTION FOUR: SITES WHERE YOU CAN UPLOAD YOUR BAND'S MP3s OR VIDEOS

Digital DJ Pool
www.digitaldjpool.com
An online MP3 record pool servicing hot new music for DJs only. Digital DJ Pool is a place for labels, artists and managers to promote their music by submitting it directly to DJs and radio stations worldwide. Get feedback from the professionals who matter most - the DJs. See which DJs your music is reaching, and where they are around the world. You'll even see which radio stations and clubs they work at, and where they're likely to be spinning your songs. facebook.com/digitaldjpool @digitaldjpool

SECTION FIVE: SOCIAL NETWORKS AND ONLINE COMMUNITIES

INICAT
SchloBallee 44, 13156 Berlin, Germany
PH: +49 30-23484086
Clemens Heimlich contact@inicat.com
www.inicat.com
Just like you, we are ambitious artists and musicians. We have founded INICAT to create the perfect home for all musicians. Starting with the financing up to the marketing of one's own music, a new kind of creative space emerges hand in hand with fans. Distribute your music independently and let fans pay more if they want to. Connect your artist page with other musicians and fans. Give away rewards or free stuff and receive monthly support from your fans. Share news, photos and videos about your project to get financially supported by fans who want to help you out via News Feed. facebook.com/inicat.music @inicat_com

SECTION SIX: HELPFUL TOOLS AND RESOURCES FOR YOUR BAND

6.1 RESOURCES - GENERAL

SoundBetter
232 3rd St. Ste. E302A, Brooklyn, NY 11215
PH: 888-734-4358
Shachar Gilad info@soundbetter.com
www.soundbetter.com
A curated marketplace of the world's top music production talent including mixing & mastering engineers, singers, songwriters, producers and studio musicians for hire. With tens of thousands of top Singers, Producers and Mixing & Mastering Engineers, including dozens of Grammy award winners, SoundBetter has the most comprehensive database of vetted music production pros for direct hire in the world and a member community spanning over 10,000 cities worldwide. Musicians can find and securely hire the right pro based on specialty, budget, genre, credits, reviews and sound samples. facebook.com/SoundBetterOfficial @SoundBetterLLC

SongSecure
7600 Burnet Rd. #300, Austin, TX 78757
Matt Rusin support@songsecure.com
www.songsecure.com
The fastest, easiest and most affordable way to protect your original music. Start by simply uploading your song, song idea or even just a cool riff or lyrics. Next you enter the ownership information and details of the song or idea including any co-writers if applicable. Within minutes your song is secured to the block chain using our proprietary technology, providing a permanent registration.

Preshias Harris: Music Career Development Consultant
21 Music Sq. W., Nashville, TN 37203
Preshias Harris preshiaswriter@hotmail.com
www.nashvillemusicline.com
I am a music career development consultant with special emphasis on new and aspiring artists and songwriters. When you come to Nashville with the goal of a career in the entertainment industry you can be easy prey for certain people who are more interested in your money than your talent. My goal is to help you learn all you need to know about copyrighting your songs, working with a Performing Rights Organization, song licensing, co-writing and networking, developing your craft and all the other essentials - while keeping you safe from the 'music biz predators!' I maintain a writers' room (I call it 'The Sangtuary') adjacent to my office on Nashville's Music Row where songwriters can create together in a quiet, safe environment. facebook.com/preshias @PreshiasHarris

USA Songwriting Competition
2881 E. Oakland Park Blvd. #414, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
info@songwriting.net
www.songwriting.net
Since 1995, the USA Songwriting Competition??, the world's leading international songwriting event, has been honoring songwriters, composers, bands, and recording artists everywhere. This is open to all, regardless of nationality or country origin. *Winners are selected by a Blue Ribbon committee of music industry judges including record label publishers, producers, A&R from Universal Music, Warner, Sony Music, and other distinguished professionals. This is your chance to be discovered by the biggest names in the music business! Our competition offers a shot at the big time for songwriters, original solo artists, and bands everywhere around the world. For you it is the contest that might just open the right doors, make the right connections and get your songs heard. Winning songs receive radio airplay! (the first for any songwriting competition!). This is not American Idol - this is the professional songwriting competition that offers winners the clout that it it takes to really make it! facebook.com/usasongcomp @usasong

MusicPro Insurance Agency
135 Crossways Park Dr. #300, PO Box 9017, Woodbury, NY 11797
PH: 800-687-4277
insurance@musicproinsurance.com
/www.musicproinsurance.com
We offer worldwide coverage for all your instruments and equipment. Our program is specialized to handle the unique needs of all musicians. We offer the highest quality coverage at the lowest price possible. Protecting your most prized assets shouldn't be a financial burden. Our site has a quick application process and managing your account is easy! Access your policies from any device, anywhere, any time. @MusicProInsure

Festival Network Online
PO Box 18839, Asheville, NC 28814
PH: 828-658-2779 FX: 828-645-3374
Julie Cochrane julie@festivalnet.com
www.festivalnet.com
Lists more than 10,000 events throughout the U.S. and Canada seeking performers, from local & regional to national & international. @_festivalnet

6.2 RESOURCES - EDUCATIONAL

hypebot
Bruce bruce@skylineonline.com
www.hypebot.com
Music. Technology. The new music business. facebook.com/hypebot @hypebot

School of Rock
2101 E. El Segundo Blvd. #102, El Segundo, CA 90245
PH: 877-701-0537
franchise.schoolofrock.com/indie-bible
The most revolutionary music education school in the world! Be a part of a unique music education franchise opportunity. The largest employer of musicians in the world. We want business partners who love what they do. School of Rock is a music school for all skill levels, ages and musical aspirations. With students ranging from toddlers to adults, School of Rock is where music students grow into real musicians. Although nationwide in scale, School of Rock is ultimately a community-based music education business. We seek partners who are leaders in their community, those who are active in their neighborhoods, and those who are able to foster a sense of learning and community for children within their schools. facebook.com/SchoolofRockUSA @SchoolofRockUSA

[FREE GUIDE from Rick Barker] THE 4 STEPS NECESSARY FOR LICENSING SUCCESS
Rick Barker rick@rickbarker.com
musicindustryblueprint.com/optin26685708
Successfully licensing your songs is a MUST if you want to survive in the Modern Music Industry. This FREE E-book details the 4 Steps necessary for Licensing Success. facebook.com/musicindustryblueprint @rickbarkermusic

[FREE GUIDE from Cheryl B. Engelhardt] PRIME YOUR PITCH: START GETTING A 'YES' WHEN YOU PITCH ANYTHING TO ANYONE!
Cheryl B. Engelhardt info@cbemusic.com
inthekey.co/prime
Do you get excited once you know who you need to reach out to, whether a radio station, a venue, a music supervisor ... and you write that killer e-mail (or so you think), but then... crickets? Download this free 6-page guide and checklist to unlock the keys to Prime YOUR Pitch and start getting a YES when you pitch anything to anyone! @CBE

[Free guide from Bandzoogle] HOW TO MAKE A WEBSITE FOR YOUR MUSIC
Dave Cool support@bandzoogle.com
www.bandzoogle.com/blog/how-to-make-a-website-for-your-music?utm_source=indiebible&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=partners
Whether you???re looking to improve your current site, or making a website for your music for the first time, this comprehensive guide will show you how to create an effective website that will impress both your fans and industry professionals. facebook.com/bandzoogle @bandzoogle

[Free guide from MERCHLY] LEARN HOW TO SET UP AN EFFECTIVE MERCH TABLE
customercare@merch.ly
www.merch.ly/custom-tshirts?utm_campaign=MP1907&utm_source=Prospect&utm_medium=Email
Selling merch is one of the most profitable things you can do. And this free guide is packed with tips and tactics to help you get more out of each show. And by more we mean more money, more fans, and more success. facebook.com/MerchlyMerch @MerchlyMerch

[FREE GUIDE from Manafest] MUSIC MARKETING & PROMOTIONS NOW...
Chris Greenwood (Manafest) orders@manafest.com
www.smartmusicbusiness.com/freebook
This strategy gets your music heard & generates more revenue from your songs. Sell more music & build a bigger fanbase doing what you love! What You'll Learn... Why marketing starts when the pad hits the paper! How to create engaging marketing images for FREE. How to create lyric cards and videos to promote your music. Sell your music without sounding like a salesman. 4 secrets to hitting The Billboard Charts without getting signed or being a household name! How to create a marketing plan that ensures your song is successful. How to build up the courage and thick skin you need to make it in the music industry. (I'll share how I overcame all the rejection e-mails and doors slammed in my face.) Action steps...take the 10x challenge to create a massive buzz about your music - new or old.

[FREE GUIDE from the Artist Plugin Program] THE ULTIMATE INSTAGRAM SUCCESS BUNDLE
www.artistpluginprogram.thinkific.com/courses/instagramformusicians
Ready to Build Your Fan Base & Transform Your Music Career? With Over 1-billion Users, Instagram Is a Crucial Artist Tool. NAIL ENGAGEMENT: Learn an easy system to discover the right attention-grabbing HASHTAGS that engage existing fans & draw in new ones. CURATE CUSTOM CONTENT: Discover how to design and develop unique content that your fans LOVE & share. You will be designing like an INSTAGRAM BOSS. BRAND YOURSELF: Learn how to implement artist branding & online networking strategies that make you STAND out & shine.

[FREE GUIDE from Rick Barker] THE $150,000 MUSIC DEGREE
Rick Barker rick@rickbarker.com
www.rickbarker.com
This FREE book covers a wide array of subjects including: - When artists should consider hiring a manager - How to prepare for radio tours and interviews - The importance of PROPER live performance training - How to sell sponsorships for live shows and CD releases - Building fan bases through the use of e-mail marketing and Social Media - How to go about hiring a booking agent - How artists can better communicate with the media, plus much more! facebook.com/musicindustryblueprint @rickbarkermusic

Berklee Online
PH: 617-747-2146
advisors@online.berklee.edu
online.berklee.edu
Berklee College of Music's online extension school. With world renowned faculty and unparalleled networking opportunities, Berklee Online brings the best of Berklee to students around the world. With our degree programs, certificate programs, and more than 150 courses led by Berklee faculty and industry experts, it's easy to find the offering that's right for you. facebook.com/berkleeonline @BerkleeOnline

DIY Musician Podcast
13909 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97230
Kevin Breuner podcast@cdbabypodcast.com
www.cdbabypodcast.com
Join CD Baby's Kevin and Chris as they discuss current music news, interview artists and industry professionals, offer tips and tricks to help today's independent musician move their career forward and much more! Interviews about how to be a successful musician without compromising your art. It's a perfect time to take advantage of the many opportunities for Do-It-Yourself artists that are springing up everywhere. @cdbaby @kbreuner

6.3 RESOURCES - TOOLS AND APPS

SoundBirth
Max Marmoz contact@sound-birth.com
www.sound-birth.com
What do "Help" from the Beatles, "Humble" from Kendrick Lamar, "Get Lucky" from Daft Punk or "Wonderwall" from Oasis have in common? These hits all have 24 seconds choruses! Which producer doesn't dream of discovering THE future star before anyone else? And which artist doesn't dream of being supported by a team to develop his career? By sharing videos in less than 24 seconds, SoundBirth App is THE digital partner to propel the talent of tomorrow. 24 seconds can change your career! facebook.com/SoundBirthApp @SoundBirthApp

Buzzsprout
support@buzzsprout.com
www.buzzsprout.com
We have helped over 50,000 people start their own podcast. It is the easiest way to host, promote and track your podcast. facebook.com/buzzsprout @buzzsprout

VideoBlocks.com
PH: 866-282-5360
support@videoblocks.com
www.videoblocks.com
A members-only site offering a one-stop shop for stock video. Our members enjoy access to our unlimited library and our global marketplace. facebook.com/VideoBlocks @VideoBlocks

MyNewsletterBuilder
comments@mynewsletterbuilder.com
www.mynewsletterbuilder.com
A user-friendly, feature-rich, online newsletter management program for novices and professionals alike. facebook.com/MyNewsletterBuilder1

6.4 RESOURCES - AUDIO

DISC MAKERS
7905 N. Crescent Blvd. Pennsauken, NJ 08110-1402
PH: 800-468-9353
www.discmakers.com
The nation's leading CD / DVD duplicator, replicator and printer. When you're ready to make CDs, we're ready to make it happen. We're musicians too, so we know what you need to make it in this business: The best-looking product, the hottest-sounding audio and the most valuable (and free) promotional tools, including free distribution, a free UPC bar code and much more! facebook.com/discmakers @discmakers

OASIS CD Manufacturing
7905 N. Route 130, Delair, NJ 08110
PH: 540-987-8810
info@oasisCD.com
www.oasiscd.com
We help you manufacture your CD or DVD project. We also help you package it creatively, promote and distribute it so it doesn't become just more clutter in your apartment. facebook.com/OasisCD @oasisdisc

6.5 RESOURCES - ORGANIZATIONS

Songwriters Guild of America
PH: 800-524-6742
marketing@songwritersguild.com
www.songwritersguild.com
We offer services to professional and developing songwriters and fights for creators' intellectual property rights. Not yet published but driven to make music? Here you can hone your skills with courses, submit songs to pro critiques, network with pros, meet peers and more. @SGAwrites

SECTION SEVEN: THIS MONTH'S ARTICLE

5 Ways to Deal with Rejection in the Music Industry
by Alice Berg, Hypebot.com
© 2019 All Rights Reserved. Used By Permission

The Beatles were rejected by Decca in 1962; Lady Gaga was kicked out by Island Def Jam Records after only three months, Beethoven was called "hopeless compositor" by his teacher. American Idol has rejected Colbie Caillat, Hillary Scott, Bebe Rexha, and many others. As you can see, producers make huge mistakes sometimes. However, there is no possibility to promote every singer or music band ??? some have to be rejected.

If you feel you have been treated unfairly, there's no reason to stress about it as well. All you need to do is to learn how to deal with those refusals and find the motivation to go on trying even when dealing with constant rejection. Here, we discuss five simple steps that help to overcome the failure and grab the needed inspiration.

1. Don't take it personally

Feelings aren't that easy to control. If you feel frustrated, get rid of those thoughts immediately. The music industry is a never-ending competition, and you must be ready for the sudden takeoffs and falls when moving forward on your career path. Success in music is one of the most unexpected things ever ??? one morning you can wake up famous or lose your reputation due to unfair gossip.

In addition, there're millions of other nice girls and guys like you who strive to make it to the highest picks of glory. Industry professionals have nothing else but to reject someone due to the quality of music, confidence on the stage, willingness to work hard, perspectives that they see, etc. Do not take it personally and don't act on emotions. Calm down and keep going.

2. Work on your mistakes

Think about the feedback that you've received. In fact, any feedback is very useful, especially from professionals. You should appreciate it. That gives you a chance to see your strong and weak sides to determine what you should improve to become great one day.

Some comments of the producers are helpful and most of the time fair. In order to avoid the rejections in the future, you have to analyze those points that you have received and make sure you address all the errors. That'd be just great if you reach out to the next agencies having visibly improved the quality of your performance.

Have a look at the examples in the beginning of the article! Those people must have worked hard after getting the refusals. Yes, you have to learn from rejection. And you have to prove your critics wrong by coming up with a beloved audience for your work and keeping doing what you love.

"Besides other professional qualities of our employees, we do appreciate the ability to learn from failures. There is no human in the world who does not make mistakes. Yet not everyone is willing to learn from them in order to avoid in the future," says Juliana Stanford, HR manager at Skillroads.

3. Be confident and persistent

When speaking about music, confidence is the icing on the cake that makes it sound astonishing. Self-confidence is what makes mediocre musicians become great. Especially when it comes to music business games. You have much more chances to go further and deal with unpleasant situations than those who doubt themselves.

What's more, confidence is visible. Producers and audience members notice that. In fact, your mental state will always come out in your music for better or worse. How you feel when writing music, songs and performing on stage matters.

4. Reflect on your music and ask for more comments

Think about and analyze your music all the time. When coming back home, you might have felt devastated and broken because of a negative response. However, no need coming apart, take some time and listen to the songs again keeping critic's advice in mind. Consider the ways to improve your songs or vocals.

After you do this, leave that song for a while. Come back later and make an objective viewpoint of yourself. Discuss it with your team or vocal teacher if you have one. Ask your friends to listen to you. Sometimes, we don't notice those tiny details that make a huge difference.

5. Use rejection as a tool

Every loss might simply turn into achievement. You have to start looking at rejections as challenges that bring you new knowledge and opportunities to change yourself or develop the skills. First, "no" is better than silence. Yes, they could've simply ignored you. Second, now you have experience and can use it for your purposes.

What can be more precious than experience? Nothing. A good musician is an experienced musician. Third, your possibilities are unlimited. There're millions of other producers, agencies, and stages waiting for you in the nearest future right around the corner. Overcoming failure, don't focus on that too much. Concentrate on what you are able and willing to achieve instead.

All things considered, keep doing what you love as it is the most valuable thing ever. Don't lose that passion that made you fall in love with music and start writing or performing songs. Keep it fun driving engagement with new songs!

Remember that competition in the music industry shouldn't have a big influence on you as an artist. Almost every music legend has faced dozens of rejections on the way towards worldwide fame. Grab inspiration from them and go on working on your masterpieces.

Alice Berg is a blogger and a career advisor, who helps people to find their own way in life, gives career advice and guidance, helps young people to prepare for their careers. You can find Alice on Twitter and Medium. This article originally appeared on Hypebot.com

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