Music Business in Politics and Record Label News

What does Hank Williams Jr, Will-i-Am, Eminem and the Dixie Chicks have in common? They've became policital. Listen to this Podacast as Jeronimo Black and Kasondra K share the sorrows and successes of mixing politics with the music business.

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Record Label Hires Guitarist After Seeing Myspace Page

Is Myspace still the best place to market your music? "An Atlanta Records representative stumbled across Matt's Myspace music page and sent him a message. He liked Matt's acoustic sound and wanted to hear more" from this Tampa artist.

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What do Janet Jackson, Paris Hilton, Jay-Z have in common?

The Succeed In The Music Biz Team give you the latest in Record Label news, Jeronimo Black's Ugly Truth Series and Kasondra K's The Music Biz Tech Tip of the week.

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The big debate: Do record labels have a future?

It's no secret that the music industry has not made an ideal transition into the digital era. With the current economy, the music business is struggling just like most individuals and businesses. What can they do?

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Did Janet Jacksons' Record Label Fail Her?

Janet Jackson has now joined a number of artists that have dropped their label. Janet was fortunate to be able to terminate her contract with Island Def Jam after just 14 months.

Like many Janet Jackson fans, I have been fanatical about Janet for 20 years (yes I said it). As a teenager her songs comforted me, like a friend. As I grew older and went through life’s joys and trials, Janet was always there with a song to let me know someone knows how I feel.

The majority of Janet’s fans agree, the record label failed this sexy, 42 year old, Pop Icon. Ms. Jackson states the label just stopped promoting her. ""Discipline" debuted at No. 1 on The Billboard 200 in March with 181,000 copies sold. But it has shifted only 415,000 copies in the United States so far, according to Nielsen SoundScan, and spent just 14 weeks on the chart." (Billboard.com)

The "Rock Witchu," Tour, being promoted by Live Nation, is still on. I plan on seeing her when Janet comes to rock Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

It’s a shame that with all the hot tracks on Janet’s album, she didn’t get much radio airplay. That is one way the record label failed.

5 Music Promotion Outlets you need:

1. Internet – This is where I harp on the fact that you need to be where your fans are – online. Networking in various ways, using the latest technologies and tools available. Where do you start? Succeed In the Music Biz

2. Community – Online and Live. I’ve already mentioned the internet. But you also need a presence in your local community. This is where a street team comes in handy.

3. Radio airplay – You need for people to hear your music in their daily lives to become familiar with you so they will buy your music and come to see you perform. How do you make this happen?. Check out Radio Airplay Secrets.

4. Sync deals – Sycrinization is the fastest growing form of income for songwriters, artists, and music producers. I will be talking further about this on the SIMBIZ.INFO blog.

5. Non traditional promotions – You need PR. This can be accomplished in so many ways. A couple examples are performing at local political events or rallies for a cause. Giving away free items, like ringtones, or pulling off your own stunt.

I applaud Janet Jackson for taking a stand against the record label. Promotion is vital to the success of any artist. I wish her much success and will continue to be a fan and support her.

Click Here to Discover the Secrets of Success in Today's Music Business. Or log onto www.simbiz.info.

How to start a record label.

So, you're interested in music? So, you're interested in the music business? When I tell people that I co-own a record label they're very impressed. But, it's not too difficult to jump and start your own record label. There are certain key ingredients that you need to make it worth your time and effort. The subject itself is quite complicated becau

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Facebook vs. MySpace in the U.S. - The Music Factor

Facebook is now the largest social network in the world. But they continue to trail MySpace by a massive 36 million users in the U.S., and at current growth rates it will take them 18 years to overtake them. Is Music Perpetuating MySpace’s Lead?

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Music 2.0: List of social music sites

To be a Success In the Music Biz, you must be where your fans are. Here is a list of some of the top Social Music Networking sites. I caution artists to do their homework and review terms carefully. Make sure the sites you choose are the site YOUR fans are on.

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Music Marketing | How Creative Are You?

Lets face it, there are a countless number of would be artists who go no where. For Music Business Success you need creative marketing. Possibly even an outrageous stunt. Check out this article to spark some ideas.

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The Future of Music: Music 2.0

What is Music 2.0? Music distribution, discovery and community. Here is a summary of what music 2.0 is.

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