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"My husband and I are either going to buy a dog or have a child.
We
can't decide to ruin our carpet or ruin our lives."
-- Rita Rudner
The advice you've given me (to read "How To Win Friends and Influence People") has very much improved my MySpace response.I've found that by carefully selecting individuals who are into my specific genre of music... and by genuinely being their friend (i.e. showing a big interest in them and their life, rather than plugging my product) that I'm getting good results.I only spend an hour every evening max though!Have you read 'The Tipping Point' by Malcolm Gladwell?It's the latest research on how underground trends are generated and the personal / psychological characteristics of the individuals who will rocket word of mouth.The conclusion of the book is that in every 1000 (or so) people only 1-3 people will be responsible for spreading the word to the other 997.Quite interesting when put in the context of MySpace.So my advice to new acts......for what it's worth! :-)1: Very carefully select target audience from their taste in music.2: Carefully select individuals who have the clout to 'spread the word'. (i.e. if you're music is pop/dance, look for a 6th form dance class etc.)3: Genuinely be their friend.I look forward to your findings and ideas, especially as you are an established act.Kindest regards .... David NickersonAnd more:With our MySpace presence - my band signed with professional management at the end of last year after releasing an EP on our own label which got their attention, and myspace was soon booming - This year alone we have been approached by three mainstream Radio 1 DJ's, been booked for two large music festivals and two mainstream BBC TV music shows!
"I'm not offended by all the dumb blonde jokes because I know
I'm not dumb... and I also know that I'm not blonde." -- Dolly Parton
The Goose Story:
This coming fall, when you see geese heading south for the winter, flying along in "V" formation, think about what science has learned about why they fly that way. As each bird flaps its wings, it creates uplift for the bird immediately following it. By flying in a V formation, the whole flock can fly at least 71% farther than if each bird flew alone. Perhaps people who share a common direction can get where they are going quicker and easier if they cooperateWhenever a goose falls out of formation, it feels the resistance of trying to go it alone, and quickly gets back into formation to take advantage of flying with the flock.
If we have as much sense as a goose, we will work with others who are going the same way as we are.When the lead goose gets tired, he rotates back in the wing, and another goose flies on the point. It pays to take turns doing hard jobs for our group. The geese honk from behind to encourage those up front to keep up their speed.Finally, (get this!) when a goose weakens or is wounded and falls out of formation, two geese fall out and follow him down to help and protect him. They stay with him until he is either able to fly or until he is dead. They then set out alone or with another formation until they catch up with their own group. If we had the sense of a goose, we would stand by each other like that.Honk, honk .... All the best ....Laurie
Thanks for your excellent advice in the past. It's all coming together nicely, going from strength to strength.
I know that you advise everybody who would listen to stick to 'Industry Standard'
Equipment like Pro Tools for example. And as you always say one has to know all the tricks and techniques.
I think the link below is of interest to many members and 'one minute' readers.
These are excellent guidelines for Pro Tools that will come in handy especially when collaborating or transferring a session to the mastering suite (also applicable to other DAWs though).
http://www.grammy.com/Recording_Academy/Producers_And_Engineers/Guidelines
There's nothing like working with a tidy pro
They're three of the literally thousands of people who are making life-changing incomes of $100,000 to $500,000 a year since following the personal business plans, test results, and marketing secrets my friend Derek Gehl has packed into his newly released "Insider Secrets" system!
You might remember me telling you about Derek...
He's the guy who took over from Corey Rudl, tragically killed in a race car smash at such a young age...he was my inspiration.... in business and in the business of music. First I wanted to make sure his system will work for my customers and subscribers... so I've asked him if he'd send you a copy.
Derek spent over 4,850 hours developing this system, and he's already tested the strategies in over 1,000 small home-based businesses...
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So if you'd like to see if his system will work for YOU, and help you start and grow your own profit-generating Internet business, then I urge you to visit:
I've asked Derek to leave his case studies and other information up there for you for a couple more days, so you can discover exactly how you can profit from his system, no matter WHAT stage you're at with your Internet business -- and even if you haven't started one at all yet!
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http://www.marketingtips.com"If high heels were so wonderful, men would be wearing them." -- Sue GraftonHi DecMeanwhile I am doing well. The album is getting good reviews and this year I have toured in Switzerland, Austria, Germany & Poland. Also we have a big festival date in Slovenia at the end of the month. And it's only May!
Also did some guitar on a major video game.
Not bad eh?
Best wishes,
Keith Thompson
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Hi Dec,
I would just like to thank you again, for being such a GREAT teacher I feel that I'm on my way to becoming a successful singer and making those Millions that I deserve.
Krisha
Charts:
USA [my thanks to Charles in the USA for supplying this]
(1) Rihanna ... SOS .... (Universal Music)
(2) Daniel Powter .....
Bad Day Warner Bros.
| DIGITAL
(3)
Sean Paul .... Temperature .... VP | Atlantic
1) Gnarls Barkley .... Crazy ..... (Warner Music)
2) LL Cool J ft Jennifer Lopez .... Control Myself
3) Infernal .... From Paris To Berlin .... (Universal Music)
Download Chart [now the most important chart in the UK]
1) Gnarls Barkley .... Crazy ..... (Warner Music)
2) Infernal .... From Paris To Berlin .... (Universal Music)
3)
Rihanna ... SOS
.... (Universal Music)
"I would love to speak a foreign language, but I can't. So I grew hair under my arms instead." -- Sue Kolinsky
A good question that will help you
Hi Dec...
I have a question though?
You have created a very unique style with your band that has been copied by lots of other bands. I was wondering if you would let me in on your secret on how to create an original style.
C********
My Reply:
Hello C********
<<<<<<<<You have created a very unique style with your band that has been copied by lots of other bands. I was wondering if you would let me in on your secret on how to create an original style. >>>>>>>
Style almost happens by accident ... It is really the ability to listen to what sound the band is making and then lick the best bits of the sound and use it more.
For instance, we were mentored by a guy called Karl Denver [with his trio]. They had a unique way of playing the lead guitar exactly the same as the bass [upright bass] .... This gave a huge sound, even if they two of them played on their own.... There is a technical harmonic reason for that ... Rock bands use that technique a lot.
I found that having one voice above the melody and one under gave a striking, never heard before harmony sound as everyone traditionally had the two harmony voices under the melody.
Also when we sang a sustained 'aaaah' behind the lead voice I would pick the notes for the sustain so that the lead voice was mostly in the middle of the two sustained voices...clever...eh?
It is important, when doing a 'cover' always to refer to the sheet music of the toon [for accuracy] but never to listen to the original version on record....this is essential. That way you sing the song in your band's unique style.
Never be afraid to change a chord, or sequence of chords to reflect your band style .... We did that in almost every Hit we had. We also changed lyrics ... Where we felt we could improve.
The most important part of uniqueness is in dress.... The band costumes have to be 'never seen before' ... Sadly most bands fall down here and insist on down dressing [T shirt and jeans] ... Nothing looks more boring and it generally comes from laziness and having no ambition or knowledge about futuristic band trends.
Study the current top bands and improve on how they dress.
My band would spend three weeks looking for the right cuff links....how about that?
Regards
DEC [Cluskey]
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