Indie Artist Promotional Tip #28

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #28
From CLG Distribution:

Seek sponsorships through related businesses – clothing companies, music gear manufacturers, etc., and even local businesses that might benefit from cross promotion.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #27

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #27
From CLG Distribution:

Broadcast lives shows on UStream.com.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #26

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #26
From CLG Distribution:

Commit yourself to excellence in everything you do!

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #25

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #25
From CLG Distribution:

Fans become fans because they LIKE your music, but they are naturally curious about the person behind the music and LOVE getting to know you even more than they like your music. Don’t overmarket to your fans. Build relationship with them.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #24

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #24
From CLG Distribution:

People don't know what they want in music until they hear it. It's your job to deliver it. Be bold. Be creative!

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #23

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #23
From CLG Distribution:

Your number one challenge is getting people to listen to you. Be creative and look for new avenues to expose your music to listeners.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #22

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #22
From CLG Distribution:

Develop a common goal with the members of your team and a plan to reach those goals.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #21

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #21
From CLG Distribution:

Understand your genre of music and how to properly represent it. This is called “imaging.”

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #20

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #20
From CLG Distribution:

Capture and build a database of your fans and their contact information.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #19

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #19
From CLG Distribution:

Provide incentive for fans willing to give feedback on your music.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #18

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #18
From CLG Distribution:

Ask for feedback from your fans and pay attention to any trends in the comments. Take it to heart.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #17

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #17
From CLG Distribution:

Build a fan base and shoot for sponsors.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #16

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #16
From CLG Distribution:

Develop a consistent message for your "brand" and then promote the message everywhere and as often as possible. In business, this might be called a "Mission" and/or "Vision" statement.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #15

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #15
From CLG Distribution:

Always make time for meet and greets after the show. Today's music business is all about connecting with the fans.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #14

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #14
From CLG Distribution:

Develop a visually appealing table to sell merchandise from at shows. Perceived success often leads to tangible success.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #13

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #13
From CLG Distribution:

Provide samples of music and live concert footage on your website as well as sites like YouTube, Facebook, MySpace, etc.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #12

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #12
From CLG Distribution:

Display your e-mail, website and any other important info on EVERYTHING, including merchandise sold at events.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #11

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #11
From CLG Distribution:

Consider whether or not your shows are consistent with your online look and feel.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #10

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #10
From CLG Distribution:

Plan events in areas close to one another to allow "word of mouth" to promote your shows.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #9

Indie Artist Promotional Tip #9
From CLG Distribution:

Display your upcoming events on community billboards, websites, etc.

To learn more about distribution, please visit CLGDistribution.com.