June 2009

Any advice on promoting my band on myspace?

So i play in a metal band and we want to promote on myspace. i was going to use a friend requester program but i heard that myspace will delete your account if you use it so thats out. myspace music is supposed to be for bands to promote their music but what is the [...]

How did you break into the Music Industry?(Producers,Singers/songwriters,please help!)?

Im 20yrs old and i decided to take a break from school. I already have my associate’s and recently while on break i discovered that i dont think i want to continue school at this moment. My main question that i guess im trying to ask is,… (IS EDUCATION really necessary for the industry?) i [...]

How can I play music on ipod touch internal speaker?

I know there is an internal speaker in the iPod touch that will play alarm sounds and clicking noises. Is there a way to get it to play music from the iPod? Through a third party app maybe?
you cant
the internal speaker is not powerful enough to handle ie like the iphone
i wish you could, that [...]

Where do you go to see live music in Minneapolis?

I’m looking for suggestions on the best live music venues in the Twin Cities, Minnesota.
First Ave is pretty good right in the city.
Also, if you wanna venture a little out of the cities FlipSide Pub & Grill often has some great entertainment!
Review of Flipside Pub and Grill in New Prague, MN
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/545953/review_of_flipside_pub_and_grill_in.html
Check it out! [...]

I’m going to be in Brooklyn at the end of Dec and I’m looking for good bands and live music clubs. Help?

My favorite bands are the Ramones, Jesus Lizard, AC/DC, Ministry, Southern Culture on the Skids, Bad Brains, Rolling Stones, and loud hard rock in general. Please god no bands that sound like nickelback or dave matthews!
you can go to the hard rock cafe. Go to Manhattan. Midtwon manhattan has many clubs
:> peace
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Guitar Types - Understanding the Different Types of Guitars

At the moment, an instrument which a lot of people like to play is the guitar. You don’t have a limit of choices when it comes to the different types. There are many different ones and they can all look and sound very different, and some which don’t play quite the same as others. So what are all the different types of guitars available? Well let’s look at a few!

The Top Urban Clothing Brands

Urban clothing is more than big baggy jeans, oversized shirts, and fitted caps. It now includes a wide variety of styles and colors that is fashionable the world over. Its evolution from the city streets to the foremost fashion shows is evidence that the style is a major force in the top designer circles. Today just about anyone can wear designer urban clothing and look great. Just like the music that spread to international levels, the urban style is just as popular. Here are some of the top hip hop clothing brands.

Make A Beat

Beat making is cool and while something is fun it feels easier. Beat making is an art form, although that is no purpose for a beat maker to be broke. Beat making is a secluded job and with no exception, venturing outside only for vital things like pizza eating. Beat making is an art form originating from the years of early hip hop. Beat making is generally performed on the computer aided by devices or specific programs.

A Short Review Of Each Of Michael Jackson’s Solo Albums

During his solo career as an adult (which began in 1979) Michael Jackson released a total of six studio albums up through his untimely death in 2009. In this article you’ll find a short review of each of those six albums.

Promoting Your Music at Amazon.com

http://www.youtube.com/user/merubycollins
http://cdbaby.com/all/ruby
http://www.rubycollins.com
http://www.myspace.com/merubycollins
http://rubycollins.blogspot.com
Promoting Your Music at Amazon.com
by Marc Gunn of the Brobdingnagian Bards
www.rubycollins.com
www.myspace.com/merubycollins
www.cdbaby.com/all/ruby
www.rubycollins.com/blogspot
I remember a while back reading David Nevue’s book, “How to Successfully Promote Your Music the the Internet”. In it he threw out a cool suggestion for increasing the searchability of your band.
His suggestion was to write a review of CDs that you feel are [...]