AandROnline - Discover a step-by-step blueprint to turn your music career around and start achieving the success you always dreamed of! The ‘Indie Artist D.I.Y. Smartkit’ is your blueprint for success in the music business, developed by recording artist Chris Standring. Today artists need to become self-promoters like never before, and this program explains how to market your music with amazingly effective results! It is a practical no-nonsense guide for the independent musician, written from the perspective of a professional artist who is currently having major success in the music business!   

 

American Blues News - AMERICAN BLUES NEWS: BLUES THEN. BLUES NOW. BLUES EVERYDAY. American Blues News is the online magazine dedicated to the celebration and promotion of the Blues genre.  The web’s ultimate window on who’s hot and what’s new in the Blues music world.  www.Ameriblues.com has over 1000 articles available for viewing!  American Blues News offers daily, current blues news, detailed stories, interviews, CD and DVD reviews and exceptional photography.  With journalists in New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Memphis, Chicago, Cincinnati, St. Louis, Houston, and L.A., American Blues News is there to capture the sights and sounds of the roots music movement.   www.Ameriblues.com

 

Amsterdam Songwriters Guild - The Amsterdam Songwriters Guild (ASG) is a famed network of singer-songwriters. Every Tuesday night, ASG runs the best open mic stage for singer-songwriters in town, at the Jet Lounge. Every Thursday afternoon, ASG hosts a radioshow on AmsterdamFM and they have several festivals and showcases each year. In its six years of existence, ASG has produced many well-known artists such as Lucky Fonz III, Leine, Davie Lawson, The Woodwards and Case Mayfield. The coming year will see some new artists making it big. That could be you! Visit the ASG open mic session to find out...

 

APRA|AMCOS - APRA|AMCOS work to ensure that composers, songwriters and publishers are rewarded whenever, and wherever, their musical works are played, performed or reproduced and they help Australian and New Zealand music consumers get access to the world's musical repertoire. The Australasian Performing Right Association Limited (APRA) was established in 1926 and now administers the performing and communication rights of 62,000+ composer, songwriter and music publisher members in Australia and New Zealand. The Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society (AMCOS) collects and distributes mechanical royalties for the reproduction of its 7,600 members' musical works for many different purposes.

 

AudioFanzine - Available in several languages with over 750,000 registered members, AudioFanzine offers online content and services in the fields of audio and musical instruments to musicians and sound/recording engineers. Built around a database containing over 117,000 instruments/musical gear, AudioFanzine is a magazine featuring articles, videos, daily news updates, and benchmark testing of musical gear. AudioFanzine is also a community featuring discussion forums. Musicians can review instruments (more than 100,000 user reviews written to date), or similarly offer usage advice. Members have the possibility of sharing any type of media and also to sell/buy/exchange audio products, find a music teacher, a job or to simply meet other musicians.  

 

AusNotebook - www.ausnotebook.com.au AusNotebook Music & Creative online publication/website is designed to assist and promote Australian Artists and the Australian Creative Industries.   Articles published cover Australian Celebrities, upcoming Australian Artists, Creative Industries and Charity/Non Profit related events.   Contains useful information and relevant links.  AusNotebook Music & Creative is also designed to connect people with entertainment events happening around Australia. AusNotebook Music & Creative is non profit where all profits are given to charities/non profit organisations of the Interviewees' choice where applicable, otherwise to animal related charities.          

 

Baltimore Jazz Alliance - The BALTIMORE JAZZ ALLIANCE (BJA) is a grass-roots organization of jazz aficionados, musicians, and venues that has come together to address a lack of promotion for jazz in Baltimore and the surrounding areas. New members sharing this passion are always welcome as the BJA continues its efforts to build a stronger and better networked jazz scene. Together, BJA and their supporters can help this music thrive in the region to reward listeners and musicians alike. BJA is particularly proud of their jazz calendar which has over 175 contributors posting events. They welcome your support and membership.

 

Band Letter - It's a difficult time to make it as a musician, and Band Letter is all about helping you to navigate these challenging waters and achieve your goals. From designing a great-looking newsletter to helping you come up with content that will keep your fans engaged and excited, Band Letter is here to help you cultivate your fan base. Here are some of the key features Band Letter offers...

 

Bandit A&R - Looking for investment in your music?  Plug into Bandit A&R Newsletter's monthly, freshly researched, inside information, on which labels, publishers and managers are in the market for new acts or songs, across all commercial genres. It's your key to finding your publishing, record, or management deal. Bandit A&R Newsletter is your simplest and most reliable way to get your music DIRECT to the right people in the music business, at the right time! Request your FREE sample copy of Bandit A&R Newsletter, right now, from the website.

 

Bandzoogle - Bandzoogle is the most effective platform for musicians to build their website and manage their direct-to-fan marketing and sales.  Independent and DIY musicians can create a pro and fully functional website without having to code anything or hire expensive designers.  They can add features like mailing list management and e-mail blasts, centralized Facebook/Twitter/Myspace updates, blogging and detailed fan analytics. With Bandzoogle, artists can also quickly build an online store to sell their digital and physical goods, at no commission. Bandzoogle is free to try, and offers affordable monthly subscriptions plans, with the best support in the industry.

 

Billboard - Billboard is the world’s premier music magazine.  Written for music industry professionals and fans, it is the primary source for music charts, trends and innovations. Contents include news, reviews and statistics for all genres of music, including radio play, music video, related internet activity and retail updates.  Exclusive subscription offer for ISC members: get 12 issue for just $1 an issue.  Includes Billboard Bulletin with daily breaking news delivered to your inbox and online access to billboard.biz with complete music charts.  Click here to start your subscription: https://secure.billboard.biz/bbbiz/subscribe?saleItem=112202

 

Black Mountain Productions/Indie Music Fest - Black Mountain Productions has been in the Entertainment Industry since 1987, as a full service Music Production and Artist Development company. Black Mountain scouts for new unique and unsolicited talent, in all areas of the industry from individual vocalists, to up and coming bands. Some of the divisions include:  A Record Label, Music Publishing (BMI), Management, Film Works (Music Videos), Merchandising, Distribution, Promotion and Marketing Departments. Black Mountain also produces many events each year and one annual event: The Indie Music Fest, an annual event specifically, for the unsigned indie artist, writer and musician.  www.theindiemusicfest.com

 

Blues Festival Guide - For all your blues festival information, visit BluesFestivalGuide.com. This popular website is published by Blues Festival Guide magazine. 100,000 copies of our award-winning publication are distributed free each April to blues fans throughout US and Canada. Check with your local blues society to get yours, or you can read the magazine in digital format by simply clicking the link on our website. While you are there, be sure to subscribe to our free weekly e-newsletter. Again, that’s BluesFestivalGuide.com – for all your blues news, music and festivals And don’t forget to Like Us on Facebook!

 

Blues Matters - BLUES MATTERS! - The International Award winning Blues magazine where you can read great interviews with known and upcoming artists from all over, get the best CD review section around and gig/festival reports plus features, news and so much more. Currently bi-monthly with 132 full colour pages and convenient A5 size for portability and to be easily collectable and used for reference. For regular chunks of ‘The Blues without the blinkers!’ all you have to do is subscribe now at: www.bluesmatters.com and support the genre that really matters!
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Broadjam - Broadjam.com is dedicated solely to the success of independent musicians. Thousands of artists log on daily to utilize Broadjam's web-based promotional tools and connect to peers around the world. On Broadjam, songwriters, engineers, and performers can get feedback from fans, review each others work, participate in contests, and deliver their songs to various music-related industries. As a participant in ISC, new members to Broadjam are eligible for a free 6-month promotional Broadjam membership ($25.00 value). Go to signup at http://broadjam.com, type "ISC2007" in the promo code section, and plug yourself into a world of independent music.

 

Broken Pencil - Broken Pencil is the world’s only magazine of zine culture and the independent arts. Broken Pencil challenges conformity and demands attention. Published four times a year, each issue reviews hundreds of zines, comics, urls, music, underground books and more! Stuff you won’t find anywhere else! Reprints from the best of the alternative press showcase independent writing and graphics. Groundbreaking interviews with underground creators inspire young artists and complement their features on cutting edge trends and phenomena. Their world-renowned section devoted to only the most original fiction rounds out the magazine. Broken Pencil is your portal to independent creativity – a magazine exclusively devoted to the most fearless writers, artists, publishers, bands, and more. www.brokenpencil.com

 

Canadian Music Week - Celebrating 30 years, Canadian Music Week is one of the premier music conferences and festivals in North America. For artists, it is a chance to learn and network with pros from all sectors of the industry.  Featuring panels, keynotes/celebrity interviews (ie. Gene Simmons, Slash, Nikki Sixx, Sammy Hagar, Melissa Etheridge and Dave Stewart to Troy Carter, Jamie Cullum, Jaron Lanier, Seymour Stein and Daniel Lanois), mentoring sessions, networking opportunities and more. Our festival - Canadian Music Fest - is Canada's largest new music festival featuringover 900 artists from 40 countries performing in over 60 venues. It’s a once-in-a-year opportunity to get your band in front of 3000+ industry insiders - from international booking agents, promoters, festival directors and talent buyers to A&R reps and music publishers. Submit to perform www.canadianmusicfest.com by October 27th.

 

Canadian Musician - Canadian Musician magazine is Canada's magazine for professional and amateur musicians. Published since 1979, the magazine covers prominent Canadian artists, the latest gear, technique and the business of music. Published bi-monthly, Canadian Musician features regular columns on Guitar, Bass, Keyboards, Percussion, Brass, Woodwinds, Vocal, MIDI, Business, Songwriting, Live Sound, Recording and On-Line Music. Also included are classified ads, opportunities for musicians, new releases and new products. Check them out online at http://www.canadianmusician.com

 

CapacityProductions.Net - Legitimate Promotions for FACEBOOK, MYSPACE & more! Over 15 years of business & experience! They can get you 1000's of Likes to your FACEBOOK page! They can get you 1000's of Friends to your MYSPACE! They can get you 1000's of Followers on TWITTER! They can get you 1000's of Subscribers & Friends on YOUTUBE! They can Label shop you, Radio Blast you and so much more! Come make them part of your team today and let them get to work for you! When CapacityProductions.Net promotes you, real people check you out.

 

Deli Magazine - With an average monthly traffic of 65k unique visitors per month, The Deli is the #1 blog to cover emerging indie artists in their local scene. Our daily updated website covers the 11 biggest US music scenes through 11 dedicated, separate blogs. We also have two quarterly print publication exclusively focused on the NYC and LA scenes, and a yearly magazine focused on the SXSW music festival in Austin. We welcome musicians to submit their music digitally for review consideration - to do so, click on the Deli's logo.

 

Diaspora World Beat - Diaspora World Beat is one of the world’s fastest growing world beat sites on the net with global news, artist interviews and reviews on Latin, Caribbean, African, Electronic, Brazilian, Blues, Reggae and Tropical music. Send your photo, bio and CD review to media@diaspora.com.au for addition to their artist database. Check them out on www.diaspora.com.au and register online for their fortnightly worldbeat news.

 

DownBeat Magazine - Subscribe to DownBeat, the world's greatest jazz magazine, which is celebrating its 75th Anniversary! Each issue of DownBeat includes interviews with the greatest musicians on the planet – Everyone from Wynton Marsalis to Diana Krall, Herbie Hancock to Wayne Shorter, Medeski Martin & Wood to The Bad Plus. And every issue also includes more than 50 CD reviews. Special editions include the best CDs of the year, the annual Readers and Critics Polls, the world-famous jazz festival guide and the best places on earth to study jazz.

 

Driven Music Conference 2011 - The Driven Music Conference expands to Atlanta, Georgia Sept 17th + 18th, 2011! Vans Warped Tour Founder, Kevin Lyman, major label A&R and top producers are among DMC's Featured Panelists. Artists: Submit your music now at www.drivenatlanta.com to be considered for a DMC Showcase Performer spot. You'll also be considered for a spot on the music program BETA TV, airing in 146 U.S. cities and reaching over 100 million homes. Want your firm to reach DMC's audience? For a list of Sponsor or Vendor options, email info@drivenpro.com. Text dmcatlanta to 96362 for DMC text alerts.  

 

Elmore Magazine - Elmore Magazine covers the legends and the legends-in-the-making of Americana, folk, rock, blues, country and jazz. Renowned musicians and industry insiders provide Elmore with insightful, in-depth articles unrivaled by other magazines. Lively reviews introduce music fans to new music and highlight re-releases of old favorites. Elmore actively supports live music, and proudly partners with the best—not just the biggest—events, from the Americana Music Association Festival to a ZZ Top show, and everything in between. Elmore writers and photographers deliver solid reporting and brilliant photography, spreading the word in print at bookstores and record shops, and on the web.

 

Evolvor - Evolvor.com is an online resource for artists and musicians to learn more about the emerging digital age of the music industry, with articles and tutorials to help guide you along the way. It is home to the blog of Eric Hebert, a web strategist who works with artists and businesses all over the world. Eric has spent the last 8 years learning how to navigate the murky waters of online marketing and has brought a no-BS approach to teaching those willing to listen how to attract eyeballs online.

 

Featured Artists Coalition - The Featured Artists Coalition is an organisation set up by artists to look after performers' and musicians' rights and interests. FAC Co-Chairs are Sandie Shaw, Ed O’Brien (Radiohead) and Nick Mason (Pink Floyd) with Mark Kelly (Marillion) as the CEO.The Featured Artists Coalition wants all artists to have more control of their music and a much fairer share of the profits they generate in the digital age. FAC speaks with one voice to help artists strike a new bargain with record companies, digital distributors and others. They directly lobby government and work with the wider industry to educate and support artists’ futures.      

 

Find Christian Events - FindChristianEvents.com offers many features for Ministries, Booking Agents, Bands, Evangelists, Speakers, and Comedians to find gigs/ opportunities and to establish a network with one another. Their purpose is to provide a one-stop location to find Christian events of every type, shape and size. On FindChristianEvents.com, no ministry is too large or too small. Surf on the site and find Christian events. If you want to promote your Christian event do so as well, It's FREE!

 

Find Jesus Freaks - FindJesusFreaks.com is a social networking community serving over 2,500 Christian bands worldwide and has served millions of listeners with the gospel in music. Artists Join Today for FREE and promote your music today on www.FindJesusFreaks.com.

 

Flyerstudios.com - Flyerstudios.com is your number one source for 24 hour full color printing & graphic design nation wide. Take advantage of their low cost and extremely fast turnarounds to help advertise and promote your business. Flyerstudios.com specializes in full color flyers, postcards, posters, business cards, brochures, banners, tickets, cd inserts, door hangers, and basically anything that can be printed on paper. Let their talented graphic designers create a new and improved look for your company that will make an impact on your next promotions campaign. Have questions? Visit: www.flyerstudios.com / Email: print@flyerstudios.com / Call: 786.402.9596      

 

Gig Salad - GigSalad.com helps talented musicians, bands, performers, speakers and party services get gigs. Event planners (ranging from first-timers to professional talent buyers) come to Gig Salad to connect with and book entertainment for any type of event imaginable - private parties, concerts, weddings, corporate events, music festivals, studio sessions, fundraisers, launch parties... Simply put, Gig Salad makes it easy for event planners to book outta this world events, and helps their members land some pretty awesome gigs. Create your free listing here.  

 

GrooveZoo - GrooveZoo is a FREE collaboration site specifically designed for musicians and songwriters.  It’s the perfect place to collaborate or hire musicians, mixing engineers and mastering engineers to produce music that is ready for sale and/or licensing. Easily find or match to other members, transfer recording files, post session discussions, and manage contracts - all in one unified system.  Session members work together under contract and keep 100% of the proceeds. The contracts enable the session owner to assign royalty percentages to session members or execute Work for Hire contracts.  All members can start a session or join open sessions.

 

Guitar World - A flagship brand of Future US Publishing, Guitar World is the world’s leading guitar magazine. Professionals and beginners alike turn to Guitar World for top-flight coverage of their favorite artists, from rock titans like Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page and Metallica's Kirk Hammett to contemporary stars like the White Stripes' Jack White and Tool's Adam Jones. Every issue of Guitar World magazine offers broad-ranging interviews that cover technique, instruments as well as Guitar World’s famously thorough lessons and transcriptions.  Guitar World also publishes the popular Legends newsstand quarterly issues, Guitar Aficionado, and a line of popular Instructional guitar and bass DVDs. Visit Guitar World now at www.GuitarWorld.com!

 

Headliner.fm - Headliner.fm is an in-stream social media recommendation platform founded in 2010. Headliner.fm presently has over 65,000 registered users and provides reach to over 250 million music fans through over 7 million status updates daily. Headliner.fm's recommendation engine matches artists by genres to maximize affinity between artists and their fans on Facebook and Twitter. Major and indie artists, labels and management companies use Headliner.fm to promote new music, videos, tours, contests, charities, engage fans, and build their social media fan base.  Artists using the Headliner platform include Pitbull, T-Pain, OneRepublic, Diddy, Sum 41, All Time Low and more. http://headliner.fm/

 

Illinois Entertainer - Smashing Pumpkins. Kanye West. Common. Twister. Hawthorne Heights. Fall Out Boy. Chicago's legendary Illinois Entertainer (IE) was one of the first magazine's in Chi-Town to cover and offer critical insight on these Windy City homegrown acts. Bottom line, IE has reviewed over 17,000 local demos and local bands since our inception in 1975. No other regional music magazine covers regional music like IE.

 

Indie Charts - "Music Charts for Indie/Unsigned Artists. Music industry  professionals use Indie Charts to discover Music Artists."

 

Indie Rhythm - To get sales requires more than just listings everywhere…it requires EXPOSURE!   Any Artists wants their music in as many different venues as possible. The major complaint from Artists is that they are listed in so many places but still not receiving sales.   This is because they are getting lost somewhere. When a store lists 300,000 CDs...How easy is it to get noticed?  We have added 2 Features that help Artists get noticed:   Featured listings: Where your CD gets featured on our homepage for everyone to see and hear. And, Radio Airplay: Where your song gets played on our radio station, that's linked on thousands of websites.   We offer digital and physical sales, low listing fees options, and reduced commissions.   www.IndieRhythm.com/sellmycd.php  

 

Indie-Music.com - Submit Your Music For Indie-Music's Top 25. Indie-Music is seeking artist submissions for its prestigious annual Top 25 Awards. This exclusive competition features the best independent artists and songs in a year-long campaign which exposes their music to thousands of potential new fans and industry backers. Artists worldwide are invited to submit their music for placement on the website, which receives millions of hits every year. All genres welcome.

 

IndieOnTheMove.com - Indieonthemove.com is a 100% FREE music venue database and tour booking resource. With thousands of members worldwide, IOTM has quickly become the most comprehensive and reliable informational source in the independent music community. Not only are all of the venue and show listings verified and updated every month, but members can submit booking inquiries to every talent buyer in the database, receive show notifications of upcoming opportunities, gig swap with other artists, and rate and review venues from a performer's perspective - creating an unmatched, community based checks and balances system built upon the collective experiences of the IOTM community. 

 

Jambands.com - Jambands.com was founded in 1998 by a team of individuals eager to spread the good word about a variety of bands then ignored by the mainstream media. While other outlets caught on (eventually), Jambands.com is still here, sharing the good word. 

 

Jamwave - Jamwave.com is a social networking portal that connects indie artists with their fans and other artists . Upload music, videos, films, photos, blog, chat, network and make friends. The site combines all elements of the entertainment industry including musicians, filmmakers, authors, actors, photographers, etc., and makes it available on an easy to find platform for users and fans. Whether you are an artist or a fan, Jamwave.com is the premiere indie site on the web today.

 

Jazz Corner - JazzCorner.com is the largest portal for official websites of hundreds of jazz musicians and organizations with more than 3 million views a month. We pioneer methods of using technology to benefit the Jazz community, and offer customized solutions for Jazz musicians and businesses. JazzCorner.com custom designs websites as well as provides links from musician's sites to JazzCorner.com. Features on JazzCorner.com include: the JazzCorner Jukebox where you can stream free tunes from musicians that are part of JazzCorner.com. We are also a Google news aggregator and also have bulletin boards and forums for jazz called Speakeasy. JazzCorner podcasts were named "Best Music Podcast" by Southwest Airlines and are available for free through the site or on iTunes.

 

Junior Magazine - Junior Magazine is Australia's highest circulating free music and entertainment title aimed at people 18-34. Junior covers all genres of music and attracts the services of marquee writers to interview music's big and emerging names. Junior is backstage at festivals and has photojournalists around the country with photosets uploaded every week.To complete the picture, Junior offers regular coverage of film, fashion, tech and tackles the issues confronting the entertainment industry. Read the monthly mag digitally and check the daily updates at www.junioronline.com.au

 

Limelight - Limelight is a one-stop online tool that helps musicians of all types to clear any cover song quickly and easily for one low price. Through Limelight, artists, bands, ensembles and other groups can obtain mechanical licenses which allow these groups to manufacture, distribute, and sell recordings of compositions owned or controlled by a third party publisher. License types include: physical (CDs and more), permanent digital download (a la iTunes, eMusic, etc.), interactive streaming, and ringtone sales. Powered by RightsFlow, a licensing and royalty and service provider. www.rightsflow.com

 

Lithium Magazine - ‘Lithium’ Magazine is your Rock n’ Roll Drug.  We’re your one-stop shop for music news, from indie and local to infamous global touring bands. Looking for movie news?  We've got that too, along with some music-related book reviews and stage play reports.  With plenty of live reviews, new release coverage, amazing interviews, and stellar photography, we upload content ‘daily’, and align with record labels and PR firms to feature great contests for our readers.  From local to out-of-town events, we’ve got it all.  Check us out… and get addicted!!

 

Los Angeles Women in Music - Los Angeles Women in Music (LAWIM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to fostering equal opportunity for women and men in the music industry and to promoting the advancement of women through empowerment, support, education, encouragement and recognition of their achievements. They provide forums and opportunities for emerging talents; pay tribute to women who have made distinctive and/or significant contributions to our musical culture; recognize those who have contributed to the betterment of women in music; provide educational programs and events at large; and give rise to social and civic issues in their local community through musical endeavors.

 

M.E.A.N.Y. Fest - M.E.A.N.Y. FEST 2011 is coming at you this fall in New York's best venues! Rockin the big apple to its core once again. Bands face off for recording time, a radio package, a spin on NY's best radio station 101.9 RXP and much more! Submit now at meanyfest.com through Sonicbids.

 

Mary4Music - Since 1998, Mary4Music.com has been the go to site for all things Blues and Indie music related. Here, keep track of record labels, blues festivals, societies, clubs, and blues radio shows. The site lists musician services, including - publicists, managers, agents, promoters, distribution, and studios; Blues CD and show reviews; Indie & Blues bands directory. Check out the gift shop with music related items, including: wooden puzzle boxes, jewelry, keychains, scarves, guitar air-fresheners, snow globes, etc. Recently, Mary4Music.com was honored for its commitment to promoting blues music by being the recipient of the Blues Foundation's 2011 "Keeping The Blues Alive" Award.

 

MCMA - MCMA.com is the latest creation that allows great music talent to be discovered on the internet. The service connects artists, bands, and musicians to hundreds of professional music industry contacts, including Major Record Label Executives, A&Rs, Managers/ Agents, Music Producers, Publishers, Distribution Companies and much more. By allowing users to create profiles and upload original material, MCMA.com opens the door for an introduction of great music to be discovered no matter where you are. Users find it convenient to manage their professional careers from one website, including their online social identities, music sales, and professional music contacts, like A&Rs and managers.

 

Media Web Source - Find Music Industry Jobs and Statistics, Press Kit and Demo Tips, Record Company Submission Guidelines, Music Articles, How To Get Gigs, How To Get Your Music For Sale Online, Band Promotion, CD Duplication, and More.  

 

Mid-Atlantic Music Conference - “The Crossroads of Entertainment and Business” The Mid Atlantic Music Conference has reached out to Music Connection Magazine who has come on as their media partner for their upcoming event taking place October 6-9, 2011, at the NC Music Factory. The event will feature performances by 100 artists.  The Industry Execs  lined up are top in their field and bring a vast amount of knowledge.. Confirmed panelists include Cappriccieo "Capp" Scates, SESAC, Manuel Seal, Jr., 5 time Grammy Award Winning Writer/Producer,  James Shinault, SXSW for Music Festival Staffing, Production, and Booking, Lou Plaia,  Reverb Nation,  Co-Founder/EVP Music Industry Relations and more!

 

Music Business Registry - The Music Business Registry, Inc. is the premier contact resource for the music business community. They have been publishing directories for the last twelve years, and their customers are a veritable who's who in the music industry. Top music executives, record producers, publishers, attorney's, recording artists, and songwriters throughout the US, Canada, Europe and Australia have all come to rely on the accuracy and thoroughness of their directories. No other directories keep on top of all of the continuous executive changes that happen at the labels, publishing companies, network and film studios and legal firms, as well as document all of the new labels and imprints that are continually emerging. Call 800-377-7411.

 

Music City Unsigned - Music City Unsigned is a community of Nashville's best emerging artists. We support and promote 100 independent artists by providing artist development advice, promotion and local showcase opportunities. You can discover the best of Nashville's emerging music scene at MusicCityUnsigned.com

 

Music Clout - Music Clout offers musicians an online platform of opportunities, benefits and resources used to get deals, make connections and jump start careers.  Music Clout has connections with everything from major labels to independent music blogs and podcasts. With over 100 new opportunities to choose from each month, Music Clout has something to offer bands and artists of all genres, styles, and calibers.

 

Music Connection - Music Connection magazine is a veteran trade magazine that has been referenced as "The Musician's Bible." In the scene for over 33 years, MC provides key support for up-and-coming musicians that are looking for guidance, industry contacts, songwriting tips, promotion and more. From its unique vantage point, Music Connection sets its sights on every aspect of the business, from decision-making in corporate towers to performing in small clubs. Whether offering expert tips on raw survival or the factors contributing to breakthrough success, MC examines and defines the realities of music making.

 

Music Emissions - Music Emissions is an alternative, indie music community based on reviewing and recommending music to one another, featuring weekly podcasts bringing you the best music of the week. Best new music source since 1999. Rate, Recommend, Review. http://www.musicemissions.com

 

Music Gorilla - MusicGorilla is a leading marketplace for independent musicians and their work. They help hundreds of artists get their songs heard and licensed by labels, music publishers and players in the television, film, advertising and Web/gaming industries. MusicGorilla guarantees that your music will be heard by industry reps who use their site to find material from the comfort of their own offices. They never charge submission fees or take a percentage of your licensing deals, instead offering MusicGorilla as an affordable subscription-based service. At no extra charge, artists also receive the opportunity to play live in their frequent major label showcases.

 

Music In Hand - "Established in October 2007, Music In Hand, Inc., is a multifaceted independent A&R company focused on providing client driven solutions in the music and media industry through Artist management, distribution, and publishing."

 

Music News Nashville - Music News Nashville has been a resource for information about the music industry in - and out of - Nashville since 2005.  Music News Nashville is your best choice for articles about bands and artists, interviews with industry professionals, CD reviews, concert photos, tips and tricks for songwriters and all the latest news.  Have a new CD out?  A gig you're playing?  A new record deal?   Contact them about helping to promote you. Also check out their online "print" magazine (links are at the website). Music News Nashville - your destination for all things music.  Visit them online at www.musicnewsnashville.com.

 

Music-News.com - Music-News.com features news, reviews, interviews, competitions, the latest releases and all the gossip from the worldwide music scene, covering an eclectic range of genres 365 days a year. Launched in October 2003, Music-News.com has built a dedicated following within the online community. Updated 24 hours a day Music-News.com strives to find a light-hearted but informative angle on breaking music news stories.“Like” Music-News.com’s Award Winning facebook page and be entered into a drawing to win 1000 CDs including rare, signed and promotional copies: http://www.facebook.com/musicnewsweb

 

Musicians Page - Start finding music jobs, distribute your music and videos the professional way. No more amateur websites on MySpace or other Social Networks. MusiciansPage.com gives you a full set of professional tools to make your online presence “really” professional and targeting real people looking for musicians and bands to work with. Define your profile, upload your files (audio, video or sheet music) and your are ready to go.

 

MusicJustMusic - Award winning MUSICJUSTMUSIC® provides an easy to use web based one-stop platform hub for integrated digital aggregation, distribution, publishing, licensing, marketing, royalty and rights management of music, videos, ebooks, mobile content or any other related digital media. MUSICJUSTMUSIC® ‘s partners are the leaders of the digital revolution and most of the important global entertainment players, lifestyle brands, Internet providers, mobile carriers, advertising agencies, music supervisors alike. Subscribing artists, labels and wholesalers use the just released state-of-the-art MJM 3.0 platform to reach iTunes as well as 600+ other digital service providers in 79 countries, besides having access to many other integrated artist and industry services.

 

MyMusicSite - www.MyMusicSite.com helps YOU, the independent artist, PROMOTE and SELL your music. MyMusicSite.com can get you Commercial Radio Play, Internet Radio Play, Social Networking Promotions and your music on iTunes or you can sell your music and ringtones directly on your MyMusicSite.com customized page. For more information email bturk@mymusicsite.com. Search and Shop for the HOTTEST Indie music out there! This is a FREE website and there are no contracts or commitments.

 

Nashville Jazz Workshop - The Nashville Jazz Workshop is a nonprofit organization that provides a home for jazz in Music City, with classes, public performances, and special events. Classes are offered for all levels, players and non-players, and take place in a workshop environment where jazz professionals pass on their knowledge and experience in a journeyman/apprentice situation. Performances are held in the Jazz Cave, a world-class venue named as one of Downbeat’s 150 best jazz venues in the world. Special events in the community, an internet radio station, and a YouTube channel round out the Workshop’s offerings. Visit www.nashvillejazz.org.

 

Nashville Scene - Nashville Scene is a free alternative newsweekly founded in 1989 that is released every Thursday in Nashville and the surrounding counties. From hard-hitting investigative exposes, to inside info about Nashville's massive entertainment industry, the Scene is a must-read for the city's business and political leaders. Readers rely on Nashville Scene for things that can't be found in their daily newspaper, be it street level coverage of emerging local musical talent, detailed features and commentary on current topics, or provocative lifestyle coverage. The Scene is a touchstone for conservatives and liberals, the young and not-so-young, and the rich and still renting. They're all reading the Scene. And they're still throwing fits.

 

National Association for Campus Activties - Established in 1960, the National Association for Campus Activities™ gives musicians, comedians, lecturers, and other entertainers the opportunity to build business relationships with colleges and universities across the United States. NACA holds seven regional conferences, the Mid Atlantic Festival™, and their National Convention each year. At these events, entertainers and agencies of all genres network with talent buyers from more than 950 colleges and universities through exhibit booths as well as live showcases. One of the cornerstones, Block Booking, allows travelling acts the opportunity to book several dates in close proximity to one another, which can save significant money on travel expenses!

 

New Music Label - A global online talent network for contacts among musicians, managers and labels. Services include music distribution, music billboard, gig promotion, music press release and access to music industry insiders.

 

Noisy Planet - Noisy Planet is an indie artist portal offering artist development and promotion services to help support indie music careers. Noisy Planet sets up and hosts artists' profile pages including music, photos and bios with song preview and download capabilities and PayPal built in. Indie artists worldwide and at every skill level will find the management and administrative products they use most on the Artist Control Room page - everything from pro song critiques and mastering, to digital distribution and music licensing representation. Noisy Planet will even convert artists' older tracks from vinyl record, cassette and DAT to MP3 as needed.

 

One Sheet - Onesheet allows musicians to set up a web presence in minutes using content from other websites they're already updating. They simply connect their existing social networks and services immediately have a website full of content already posted across the web: music, videos, photos, concert dates, blogs, social streams, mailing list signups, online stores and more. http://onesheet.com

 

Online Rock - OnlineRock - OnlineRock provides tools and information to musicians who are looking for new ideas to promote their music. Founded in 1999 as an interactive music community, OnlineRock’s visitors and members can learn about gear, products and services through interviews, reviews and downloads as well as giveaways, discussions and other music-related content.

 

Paste Magazine - The Paste Magazine mPlayer: Read, listen, watch and download the week's essential entertainment in one so-easy-your-toddler-can-use-it app. The first 250 to click the special link below receive 10 free issues, each one including 7 new music, recommended MP3s.  No credit card required. http://mplayer.pastemagazine.com/tokens/z4ckrr58/details

 

Pause & Play - Pause & Play (the music site) - Named one of Entertainment Weekly's 100 favorite websites, P&P is "a terrific source for album release dates." That's P&P's goal: to be the definitive place for album and MP3 release dates, as well as music-related DVDs, books and video games. Bands can also submit their upcoming albums to be listed on the site. Check out this Popdose.com feature on P&P, titled "Pause & Play: Saving the Music Business, One Click at a Time": http://goo.gl/ORN0W.

 

Pick The Band - Pick the Band is the first totally online record label run by the fans for the fans.  Created as an alternative to the traditional method of signing and promoting bands, Pick the Band is dedicated to preserving the relationship created by the fans and the artists they love by allowing the fans to have a say in how the artist they love is promoted and marketed. Fans pick the single, design the artwork and make the videos.  Fan perks include trips to music festivals, studio access, backstage passes, and more. Pick The Band supports artists by offering record deals, industry showcases, collaborations with major producers, funding recordings, promotion, and distribution.

 

Potomac River Jazz Club - The Potomac River Jazz Club is a nonprofit society whose purpose is to preserve, encourage and promote the playing and appreciation of traditional jazz. On their Web site you’ll find information about “trad jazz” happenings in the Washington-Baltimore area, about their organization, about their affiliated jazz bands, about jazz history, about traditional jazz festivals around the country, and about many other items of interest to jazz fans. The PRJC also works to encourage young musicians to play traditional jazz though their support of the Capital Focus Youth Jazz Band.

 

Premier Guitar - Built by guitarists for guitarists, Premier Guitar is the world's number one media source for all things guitar. You can read PG in print, online for free, or on the go with PG's free mobile apps. Premier Guitar offers all of its magazine content for free at PremierGuitar.com along with web-exclusives, tons of video content, lessons, latest news updates, and awesome gear giveaways. If you are a serious guitar player/collector, want to stay up to speed on what gear artists are using, or just flat-out crave gear yourself, you'll dig Premier Guitar!

 

Que Pasa Magazine - Que Pasa Magazine was created in 1998 to provide information on the Latin scene for the English and Spanish speaking audiences in London and further afield. It provides the historical background to Salsa, reviews of bands, restaurants, night clubs, instructors and top dancers, as well as featuring other Latin music styles like Mambo, Lambada, Tango and Flamenco. In 2011, Latin American culture continues to spread all over the world. People of all ages and from all backgrounds are united by their passion for all things Latin. People enthusiastically learn to dance to these exotic rhythms from Tango to Lambada and Salsa to Merengue.

 

RadarMusicVideos - RadarMusicVideos:The Hub for Independent Music Video. Create : Promote : Distribute. Want to commission a music video? Need to promote your music video? Want to use your music video to earn money? RadarMusicVideos offers worldwide music video services for bands, artists, labels and directors and specializes in working with the independent sector. Contact info@radarmusicvideos.com for details. http://www.RadarMusicVideos.com

 

Radio Submit - GET YOUR MUSIC TO RADIO: Radio Submit is the leading website that allows artists and record labels to present their music, videos and promotional material to radio stations worldwide. Allowing the stations to view the artist’s changeable promotional web site, then listen to, and download the artist’s music releases and play them on their stations. Radio Submit replaces the expensive, and time consuming process of mailing artist's CD's to radio stations. Being the first site of its type, Radio Submit was created by musicians who truly understand the troubles artist face in the music industry.

 

Relix - Relix Magazine's JAMOFF! contest is currently accepting submissions from unsigned artists for the October/November issue. One winning artist will be featured on a Relix CD sampler featured in 100,000+ issues of Relix distributed internationally. Winners also receive editorial coverage and ad space. Relix Magazine reaches countless musicians, industry professionals, and music fans worldwide. In the past, samplers have included Bob Weir, Bela Fleck, Frank Zappa, Derek Trucks and 2004 JAMOFF! winner, Jonah Smith. Published 8 times annually, Relix is the second longest, continuously running music magazine in the United States, and is the ONLY magazine reaching the widespread improvisational music scene.

 

Rockerilla - Covering Italian Music Since 1978 - Rockerilla has always focused on exploring alternative sounds among the international music scene, giving emphasis to underground rock artists and expanding towards diversified music genres. It started with a cutting edge in following the evolution of the new wave in the eighties: Rockerilla was then the first magazine in Italy to give exposure to the hard rock and heavy metal scene and has always followed the evolution of Italian alternative music, encouraging its growth with a fresh perspective. Rockerilla also has a dedicated section on musical instruments and software which keeps its readers informed of the latest products available for musicians. For more info please visit - http://www.myspace.com/rockerillaweb

 

SaskMusic - SaskMusic is a non-profit association that represents, promotes and develops the music industry of Saskatchewan. SaskMusic offers programming including artist listings, career consults, workshops, marketing and export assistance, networking opportunities and much more. Their artists and music professionals hail from across the province, and work in pretty much every genre you can imagine. SaskMusic is a source of information and resources for both the public, and the music industry. If you have questions about the scene in Saskatchewan, they can help. SaskMusic is the voice of Saskatchewan music.

 

Scene Magazine - QLD Australia - Scene Magazine has been Queensland's respected free weekly, full colour, full gloss, music and entertainment guide since 1993, and they are delighted and proud to be associated with this year's International Songwriting Competition. Scene Magazine covers the full gamut of music genres as well as fashion, the arts and a heap more. Scene is the preferred media partner of a raft of festivals, brands, labels and just about anything related to youth or entertainment and is distributed throughout SE Queensland to more than 1,100 outlets. Scene Magazine is also available online as a free webzine in easy flipbook format.

 

Skope Magazine - Skope Magazine - Diverse Music Coverage For The Digital Age: Skope Magazine is the music enthusiast's media outlet. Skope covers trend setting artists and music culture.

 

SOCAN - SOCAN, the Society of Music Authors, Composers, and Publishers of Canada, is a not-for-profit organization that represents the Canadian performing rights of over three million Canadian and international music creators and publishers. SOCAN is proud to play a leading role in supporting the long-term success of its more than 100,000 Canadian members, as well as the Canadian music industry. SOCAN collects licence fees from over 42,000 businesses coast to coast and distributes royalties to its members and peer organizations around the world. SOCAN also distributes royalties to its members for the use of Canadian music around the world in collaboration with its peer societies. www.socan.ca

 

Society Of Singers - Unlike most performers, singers have no association that supports and protects them. SOS was founded in 1984 by Ginny (Mrs. Henry) Mancini. This dynamic woman was determined to help her friends who were lacking the financial resources to obtain treatment and care.  Her mission was clear - to maintain the dignity and quality of life of professional singers nationwide. SOS provides a safety-net for these artists who face chronic illness, disability or extreme emergencies. Their comprehensive services include free counseling, case management, referrals, secondary career coaching, emergency grants, and a supportive community to assist singers in their time of need.

 

Songfest Express - The place for Artists,Fans and Venues. Artists register and upload their music, Fans vote for their favorite tracks. Each month SongfestExpress staff selects nominees from the Top 10 voted Artists from each qualifying genre. Selected Artists are entered into the Finalists Rounds in the “2011 In Tune Music Awards”. Top Artists could also receive press coverage, be offered Agent representation, get paid bookings in major markets and be included in Music Festivals and other venues sponsored in part by MPY Presents. Register as an Artist or a Fan and “Get Your Tune On” at SongfestExpress.

 

SongRegistration.com - A world leader in independent copyright registration, SongRegistration.com is used by songwriters and music publishers in 47 countries, including the United States, Canada, Great Britain and the rest of Europe.  They offer the fastest, most user-friendly and affordable method for registering your music copyrights with a guaranteed turnaround time for registration documents of 2 days or less! So don't take chances.  Protect your original material now!

 

Songsalive! - Since 1997, Songsalive! is the largest international non-profit organization dedicated to the nurturing, support, promotion and education of songwriters and composers worldwide. They welcome songwriters, composers, lyricists as well as singers, musicians and artists looking for songs, from all around the world. Songsalive! is run by volunteer songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicenter, a heart of the international songwriting community and music markets, bridging the gaps, tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at the same time giving them and their music the support they deserve. Consider them your family, community and support. Become a member today and get support, promotion, education and find collaborations and platforms to allow your songs to shine. http://www.songsalive.org

 

Songwriters Association of Canada - The Songwriters Association of Canada (S.A.C.) provides a wealth of resources, services and networking opportunities to help songwriters develop their craft and expand their impact.  Members can take advantage of "The Song Vault," a song registration service, as well as online Song Assessments, Song Pitch opportunities, Regional Writers Groups, Bluebird North showcases, and workshops that happen online and across the country.  In addition, the S.A.C. plays an active role in advocating for the rights of songwriters.  Make an investment towards the development of your craft and career as a songwriter, visit www.songwriters.ca - we look forward to hearing your songs!

 

SonicLiving - SonicLiving connects events and people all around the Internet, taking into account context, taste, social graph activity, and event type.  By RSVP-ing to an event on an artist’s website, a user’s RSVP activity then shows up on the Pandora concert calendar, the venue's Facebook page, and other similar sites within the SonicLiving network. It’s this strategic circulation of a user’s RSVP that then encourages other people to discover, engage with and ultimately take action on the same or similar events.

 

Spate Magazine - SPATE Magazine was founded by Antoine King and Rondell aka "MaddMann" Maddox in 2006. It was launched in 2007. After a brief print run, they decided to launch on the web and the rest is history. Within only 2-3 months they were working side by side with hip-hop's elite and helping to market major projects. They managed to launch SPATE Radio, SPATE TV, SPATE Films, SPATETOONS, all were very successful being heard and seen by millions of viewers worldwide. In 2011and beyond SPATE Media plans to launch many new projects including new MaddMann the drunk reporter cartoons, TV series, music, DVD's, books and more.

 

Splash Point Music - Splash Point Music Ltd is an award-winning British music company, established in 2003 by jazz singer/pianist/producer Neal Richardson, who has played in over 50 countries, from Norway to New Orleans, Vietnam to Venezuela, including for Clooney and Pitt at the Cannes Film Festival! Splash Point Music Ltd is now the UK’s leading jazz publisher/label, working with over 40 of the top UK jazz artist/writers such as Liane Carroll, Claire Martin, Ian Shaw, Sue Richardson etc.  It now has truly global reach thanks to a collaboration agreement with Bucks Music Group. The company has grown to include a Digital Download Label, Production House, In-House Studios, Film/TV music, Show Promotion, Artist Management, PR, and Jazz Radio Show!

 

StarNow.com - StarNow is the world’s leading website for online auditions and jobs. As a StarNow member you can: Apply to auditions and jobs, Find an agent, Be scouted in our Talent Directory,Work with some of the biggest names in the industry. StarNow connects casting professionals with talent. The StarNow directory features thousands of actors, extras, models, musicians, photographers, dancers and entertainers who are actively looking for opportunities in the entertainment industry.

 

STLBlues - A look at STLBlues- Founded in 2000, in the days of 'dial-up only' internet. Launched the Live Music Calendar in 2007. Received a Keeping The Blues Alive award in 2008. Created the Live Music Guide in 2009. 12 million+ hits in 2011. STLBlues started as a hobby, and has naturally evolved into an innovative music media & promotion company. Based in St. Louis with band, venue and advertising connections around the world, the Live Music Guide and the Live Music Calendar receive thousands of daily site visitors.  Founder Dave Beardsley is now helping launch the National Blues Museum - www.nationalbluesmuseum.org

 

Target Audience Magazine - Target Audience Magazine publishes online, quarterly, to promote independent artists of all genres, ranging from musicians to writers and illustrators, by encouraging them to find their voice for marketing and connect to their desired audience. Through education of those struggling to make it in the arts, and interaction with those who have succeeded, we inspire the circle to continue so that art may reward writing and all disciplines may cross-inspire. Once you find your voice as a passionate, creative soul, express yourself through art and find your target audience. Target Audience Magazine: Find yourself. Hit your target.

 

TarniusMusic.com - TarniusMusic.com is the simplest, most effective, and least expensive way for independent musicians and labels to sell music and merchandise worldwide. Sell CDs, downloads, or other merchandise, and keep 90% of your asking price with NO SUBSCRIPTION! Tarnius handles orders, processing, shipment, and pays you! Set prices as high or low as you’d like. List a biography, links to your websites, album notes, upcoming shows, and more, plus choose your own genres. Also use their on-demand advertising and CD, DVD, & Thumb Drive duplication services. Everything’s simple, non-exclusive, and controlled by you! Go to http://www.TarniusMusic.com to get started!

 

The Connextion - Since 1997 we have been running the official estores for musicians/filmmakers/authors/festivals (including SXSW). The ConneXtion's services include: Fulfillment, Digital Downloads, Distribution (Direct2Consumer/Direct2 Digital Retail/Direct to Brick n Mortar), elist Management, eMarketing, CD/DVD/LP/MERCH Manufacturing, and even reporting to SoundScan — theconneXtion.com does it all! But don't just believe us, listen to what our artists say: "The Connextion is without a doubt the best d2c fulfillment company anywhere. Our long association with them has produced both measurable and direct benefits. They're a solid, dependable team from top to bottom and when we need someone we get an actual human being PRONTO! - Mike Thompson, Merch/Fan Relations - Alejandro Escovedo    

 

The Music Specialist - THE MUSIC SPECIALIST, consults new and existing entertainment businesses, increasing their bottom line while making them technically astute. With over four decades of experience in all aspects of music product development, licensing, sales, promotion and distribution for national and international markets, he has worked with labels including Ariola, Arista, Capital, EMI America, Island, K-Tel, Mercury, Sony, Stax and Warner Bros. As an Industry Consultant, he provides business operations back office services for many music industry clients. Independent labels and publishers rely upon his expertise in the areas of publishing administration, licensing, royalty recovery, label operation, business administration and digital marketplace.

 

TN Jazz and Blues Society - The Tennessee Jazz & Blues Society is a nonprofit organization in existence since 1972. The Society's mission is connecting, supporting, and serving jazz and blues. TJBS offers news and reviews of jazz and blues in the area, through its website (jazzblues.org) and a weekly e-newsletter. The Society also sponsors concerts and performances throughout the year. The work of TJBS is supported through member dues, admission fees, and grants. For more information visit www.jazzblues.org .

 

Topspin Media - "The software Jay-Z & Kanye West, Paul McCartney, Kevin Smith, Trent Reznor and Arcade Fire use to grow their audience, connect with fans and make money online. Now you can use it too. Give away downloads in exchange for Facebook Likes, Twitter Follows or email signups. Sell your music, video, merch, downloads and tickets directly to fans. Run a fan club membership program. Stream audio and HD video,Sell on Facebook. Create stores inside of Wordpress, and more. Visit TopspinMedia.com to get a free account."

 

Toronto Independent Music Awards - "Toronto Independent Music Awards (“TIMAs”) is a bi-annual music award ceremony and showcase series that takes place in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. We accept song submissions from musicians all over North America and International areas. Now on its eighth season and sixth award ceremony, TIMA has become the platform for independent musicians to network, attain tools for success and be discovered. The TIMA is a coveted award shared by independent up-and-coming musicians who have gone on to sign with major and independent labels, top-charts, secure major motion picture publishing deals, and win Junos. Break into the Canadian market! Apply Now: http://torontoima.com/new/entry/"  

 

Trance Sound - "TranceSound.net is a website that promotes well known artists, DJs, and Producers worldwide. It is also an online portal where you can find news about the Trance movement across the globe. Trance lovers from around the world join in discussions on the TranceSound.net forum where you can also find exclusive interviews, tracklistings of popular radio shows including the weekly TranceSound Session, contests to win several CDs, DVDs or EPs from various EDM artists or download trance music. This online Trance community is the place where all electronic music lovers in the world join to discuss their musical enjoyment."

 

True Skool - True Skool is an event, music and lifestyle marketing company whose mission is to “preserve the legacy of hip hop” by targeting the niche urban market. TrueSkool.com serves as an urban music entertainment guide and social network that covers hip hop, soul, reggae, concerts & events, progressive music, artists, videos, culture & politics.  Since 1999, they have cultivated a strong following and have established a respected brand for top-notch events featuring world-class talent and emerging artists. Among the list of pioneers and legends that have been featured: Dj Premier, Grandmaster Flash, and Jazzy Jeff, to name a few.   

 

Ubetoo - Ubetoo.com is a new global streaming platform for music and entertainment. You upload your own music or video on Ubetoo for free. It's also free for all to view and listen. We believe that music is for sharing but then we also think that artists should be paid for their work. The more popular your songs or your videos become, the more money you'll earn. In short, we want to challenge the traditional entertainment industry with a unique platform that brings your music and performance closer to the audience - and the money to your pocket.

 

uPlaya.com - ANALYZE and PROMOTE your music. Get scientific analysis for two of your songs FREE at uPlaya.com. Promote high-scoring songs with digital marketing tools. Do you have a hit? Find out now and share it with the world! uPlaya.com is the only site in the world where you can access the proven Hit Song Science technology. Once you receive feedback for your music, use our global promotional tools to get more fans and sell more music. Enter uPlaya’s free contests to win music and recording gear or featured promotions. What are you waiting for? Get your Hit Song Science scores now.   

 

Urban Network - The Urban Network offers several different programs depending upon your budget and what you wish to accomplish. They have programs from being featured in a newsletter that goes out to all of the industry professionals including distribution, A&R and label heads, to online features, airplay on our radio stations, and more. They offer print magazine advertising and programs that combine online with the magazine advertising, reaching more than 800,000 people including all of the entertainment industry. They offer programs that target solely the consumer, and programs that target the music industry exclusively, and/or both. Their endeavor is to work with you and find the most cost effective way to accomplish your goals and objectives. Feel free to call them at 619-723-9358 to further discuss or send an email to amitchell@urbannetwork.com

 

Virtual Rock Band - If you are a musician, jamming away alone in your bedroom, hoping that one day you'll get to play in a band, then this site is for you! Upload your guitar/bass/drum covers of your favourite songs, and let other members play the other instruments for that song! The member search feature allows you to search for members living in your area, and the member database is constantly growing, so check back often! Weekly at least. You never know, someone in your area might join this site too!

 

Whotune - Whotune is a free promotional, sales, and distribution platform comprising of numerous tools & features one site for Artists and the Industry. Artists can perform Live via cam on the ‘Live Stage’ or receive airplay on one of the Whotune radio stations. Artists can collaborate with other artists and connect with each other and fans via multiple Social features. For fans, Whotune is a Social Music discovery and entertainment portal, offering numerous ways to discover new music, connect with new artists, and other fans, check it out http://www.whotune.com

 

WOMEX 2011 - WOMEX - the World Music Expo / Copenhagen, Denmark / 26-30 Oct 2011 - is the most important international professional market of world music of every kind. This international fair brings together professionals from the worlds of folk, roots, ethnic and traditional music and also includes concerts, conferences and documentary films. It contributes to networking as an effective means of promoting music and culture of all kinds across frontiers. UNESCO Global Alliance for Cultural Diversity. Made in Berlin and travelling in Europe: in Oct 2010 over 2,400 delegates from more than 90 countries, a full conference and a showcase festival presenting 59 acts on 6 stages.

 

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