People fast forward through commercials… but then wonder why no one responds to the constant stream of sales pitches they post on social media.
"When you get in the pocket, there is a place where the music begins to play itself. When you can find that spot, it's the best feeling in the world." - Huey Lewis of clients Huey Lewis & The News
"To me, the '80s were the struggle. Trying to get the record deal, trying to get heard. It was all about becoming Taylor Dayne. There were many no’s — many, many no’s — and then finally a yes." - client Taylor Dayne
"A lot of people talk bad about Bourbon Street, but it’s a great music education. If you’re there for the right reasons, you can’t replace that kind of education. The chops, stamina and strength that you get from Bourbon Street — there’s nothing else like it. All that pays off down the road." - client John Papa Gros
Yesterday I caught an outdoor concert by the band Spare Change. Fun stuff. And credit to them for putting on a show with a lot of energy even though at 8:00 pm it was still hot as hell outside.
Yes, Brian, who is with my clients Cowboy Mouth, owns a brewery. AND plays in a rock band. Many people I know would consider him the embodiment of the American dream. Read the article
"That's what I'm all about! Making your own music & making it feel good! Even when we play a cover... We like to find a way to make it our own." - client Big Sam's Funky Nation
There are a couple of spots open for client Jonatha Brooke's 3-day songwriting workshop in Nashville at the end of the month! Click here for more info.
There are many misconceptions about social media. People think that for a post to get attention it has to be:
• Shocking • Controversial • About something trendy Not true. Here are the stats for the Huey Lewis & The News 4th of July post after just three days. This is all organic. No money was paid to boost this. It is video of the band doing an a cappella version of the "Star Spangled Banner". Note that is does not feature: • Hashtags • A contest • A click bait headline • Any other typical gimmicks The video is simple, but solid, and people are responding to it. Click here to see the post (and watch the video) on Facebook. - Cris |
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