When your music is online, you want to collect as many email addresses from your fans. I had some tracks that I wanted to use to give away as a free promo. If you don’t have a mailing list setup then this will give you an idea of some free options. I needed a way to collect emails from fans in exchange for some free music. Once they sign up I could inform them with some newsletters with new releases and free music. I chose two different options: WordPress Double Opt-In Manager Widget Bandcamp
Wordpress band plugin, GigPress, is a great for musicians with blogs that want to display touring/performing venues to fans.
Using WordPress has made life easier for me as a musician and blogger. Free WordPress plugins can add so many different dimensions to your music operation. I created a list of plugins that I have found useful in my music marketing efforts. Discover your options: Build subscribers, create mailing lists, stream your music, or create a music store. G-Lock Double Opt-In Plugin: allows your visitors to subscribe to your mailing list, once they sign up they receive your message. Place it in your sidebar and manage subscribers through your WordPress Admin Menu Audio Player: Flash mp3 player for your blog. … Continue reading
Setting up a band blog or artist website can be very easy with the large amount of free WordPress themes out there. I compiled a list of 3 of my favorite sites to check for free new themes and plugins.
When I began marketing in this crazy social networking environment, I became overwhelmed as to where to start. I worked for an Internet Content Company that provided content to web site owners and their message was clear for promoting yourself, content is key. The more you can write about yourself, the better chances you can have your fans find you. The message was simple, but putting the marketing campaign together was the question. The first step is getting your blog setup. I signed up with WordPress and chose to just experiment with how WordPress works. With the free blog, you … Continue reading
