TIP OF THE WEEK:
Make sure they have a game plan: A manager should have a plan that they can articulate. It should include both long-term and short-term goals. Make sure you agree with their vision. If you don't, discuss it to see if you can get on the same page.
Managers interviewed in MC, March 2010.
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March 10, 2010
TOUR EUROPE AND MAKE A PROFIT
At some point, every serious artist or band needs to widen their tour territory--by going to Europe perhaps. Though playing shows in Europe has perennially been a boon to artists' careers, there
is a lot to know before venturing across the pond. To help you out, the current issue of MC features "Make Money On Your First European Tour," an exclusive Tip Jar article written by expert Minke Weeda, the Denmark-based
publisher of the resource guide Rock 'N' Roll High School. Read this one-of-a-kind article now at www.musicconnection.com/digital.
NEWS YOU CAN USE!
STRAIGHT FROM THE MC PRESS ROOM:
MC'S FRIDAY FREEBIE: LAST WEEK'S WINNER, THIS WEEK'S PRIZE
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Last week's Friday Freebie winner was Robert Selva, who won the Eastwest/Quantum Leap Symphonic Orchestra, the most awarded orchestral collection ever, and the only one to be recorded in a "state of the art" concert hall where orchestras mainly perform.
This week's Friday Freebie prize is one of your songs mixed by an IndieProMix Grammy award-winning mix specialist. Retail Value: $500 to $2,500.
The winner will be chosen THIS FRIDAY, so ENTER NOW! Go to the Music Connection website and look up in the top right corner for the words "FRIDAY FREEBIE." Winners are announced every Friday after 1 p.m. on the Friday Freebie page. www.musicconnection.com.
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SMASHING PUMPKINS NOW ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS FOR KEYBOARDIST AND BASSIST
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Are you a Smashing bassist or keyboardist? If you think you've got the chops to join the Smashing Pumpkins, here's your shot. Send your bio--age, resume
of any bands/recorded work, photos and links to live performances--to pumpkinsbass@gmail.com or pumpkinskeys@gmail.com. Only musicians with video clips
will be considered. Final date for submission is March 31st.
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CD BABY NOW HIRING FOR VP OF MARKETING
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Portland, OR's CD Baby is seeking a VP of Marketing who will be a key member of their leadership team and focus on marketing strategy development and the overall
management of the CD Baby Marketing team. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Marketing or related subjects, eight to 10 years of marketing experience, strong
communication skills and accepting of a position that is 10 percent travel and more. To apply, send resume and cover letter to vpmarketing@cdbaby.com. Include
compensation history and current expectations.
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MC'S "I BELIEVE" SERIES WANTS YOU
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Want to be featured on Music Connection's AMP network front page? All you need to do is submit a homemade video of yourself in which you state what you believe about your music,
your fans, the biz in general or the future of music. Post your "I Believe" video as a video comment on our YouTube page and we'll then post it on our website. Go to our
YouTube page http://www.youtube.com/musicconnectionmag.
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PUBLIC BROADCAST SEEKING BANDS TO SHOWCASE ON L.A. TV
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New Music Series broadcasts is looking for artists to broadcast on Los Angeles public television. If interested, submit media kit that includes your website, bio and music to be considered. Performance spots available
starting as soon as this Wednesday and Thursday evenings (Key Club, House of Blues, Zen and others). To submit, visit this AMP CLASSIFIED.
For more juicy opps, visit www.musicconnection.com/amp/classifieds.
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DRAGONFORCE SEEKS NEW LEAD SINGER
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DragonForce have split with lead singer ZP Theart. While the creative core members have begun writing the fifth album, they have also started a worldwide search for a new vocalist. "We are looking for a powerful,
melodic singer to write a new chapter of DragonForce with us," says guitarist Herman Li. Details at www.dragonforce.com/audition.
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HELLO MUSIC EVALUATES UNSIGNED MUSICIANS
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If you're an indie musician, the newly launched site Hello Music is looking to discover your music. According to the site, "Once you register at www.hellomusic.com and upload your tracks,
the Hello Music evaluation team will review them and provide you with a digital A&R snapshot. This qualified feedback is provided to every artist who uploads music. Once we know your band's
sound, we can determine if one of the company's partner opportunities is right for you." See www.hellomusic.com for all details.
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MUSIC STARS UNITE FOR YOGA REVOLUTION RELEASE
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Multiplatinum producer and Grammy-nominated songwriter Frank Fitzpatrick (Jill Scott, The London Symphony) is trying to make the world a better place through music. Fitzpatrick has produced Yoga Revolution,
the first in a series of benefit albums that bring together musical icons (Sting, Peter Gabriel, Sheryl Crow) and rising kirtan stars (Krishna Das, Guru Singh) to raise funds for yoga and fitness programming
for underserved youth. Yoga Revolution will be released through Time Life and Nettwerk's NuTone label on March 30th. For more details, e-mail joselyn@earthtones.org,
call 310-962-6534, or visit www.earthtones.org or www.yogarevolution.org.
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MTV SEEKS INTERNS ACROSS ENTIRE UNITED STATES
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MTV is now accepting applications for internships in the following cities: Burbank, CA; Chicago, IL; Santa Monica, CA; Glendale, CA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Nashville, TN; and Orlando, FL.
Each internship caters to a different part of the industry so be sure to visit http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/internships for further details.
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MC CO-SPONSORS SXSW COUNTRY EVENT AT THREADGILL'S
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Organic Entertainment, September Gurl Music and Dawnyland Productions will present A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock N' Roll at Threadgills South, 301 West Riverside Dr. Austin, TX 78704.
The event, co-sponsored by Music Connection magazine, Pure Hemp and Filter Music, will happen on Wednesday March 17, 2010, 12-6pm. Artists featured: Colin Gilmore, Jay Nash and Chris Seefried,
Jason Shannon Band, Brianne Michelle and The Park. Romantica, Brittany Shane, KaiserCartel, Hopewell, and Charly Coombes and The New Breed with Special Guests. This event is free to the public,
no badges or wristbands required. RSVP to countryandrockandroll@gmail.com for guaranteed entry and complimentary Lone Star Beer (while supplies last).
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SARDONYX MUSIC CONFERENCE RETURNS TO PITTSBURGH
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The Sardonyx Music Conference is coming to Pittsburgh, PA again on Saturday, May 8, 2010, at the tourist hot-spot of Station Square. Events planned include a full day of educational panels and
networking opportunities with music biz pros. Organizers say, "We are offering a VIP Invite Only Showcase, for those artists who are 'ready to fly.' Have your agent, manager or attorney send
an e-mail to info@sardonyxproductions.com for more information. The VIP Showcase will also be on May 8th. Record execs, A&R and others are welcome to attend." This event is co-sponsored by
Music Connection magazine. Complete details are at www.sardonyxproductions.com.
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HIT OR NOT SOCIAL MEDIA GAME LAUNCHED ON FACEBOOK
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Following in the footsteps of Farmville and Mafia Wars, Hit or Not has just been released on Facebook. The first music social media game, Hit or Not aims to become
the launching pad for thousands of new artists. By listening to and ranking songs, gamers accumulate virtual cash they can use to "sign" and "bribe" artists,
and engage in other nefarious music biz activities. If the songs "signed" by the gamer rise on the Hit or Not genre charts, that gamer can "sell" those songs to make a
(virtual) profit. iTunes-compatible MP3 downloads of all the songs in the game are for sale, for real money wherever the songs are played and displayed.
For more, see http://apps.facebook.com/hitornot.
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GEARHEAD RECORDS LADY LUCK CONVENTION PARTY
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Gearhead Records is once again hosting the official After Party of the 8th Annual Lady Luck Tattoo Convention (Circus Circus in Reno, NV, March 12-14). Tickets are $10 in
advance http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/96184 and $15 at the door and each ticket purchased receives a free Sailor Jerry Rum Drink and a Free Party Poster.
Hear rockabilly, hardcore and rock & roll from Hellbound Glory, Vomit, Thee Merry Widows, the Tattooed Love Dogs and the Cowbelleros, held at Tonic Lounge.
More details about the Lady Luck Tattoo Convention: http://tattoopgh.com/ladyluck.html.
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MUSIC & POETRY FUNDRAISER IN CHICAGO
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Lethal Poetry will present A Night of Sight & Sound with Saul Williams. A Night of Sight & Sound is a Chicago-based multidisciplinary art exhibition and concert built to support local art
community and raise funds for local non-profits. This "mini festival" of arts brings together local artists for an exciting and engaging multi-sensory art experience. Each "Night" is different
as new artists join to showcase their work, meet new people and, most importantly, have a good time doing something exciting and worthwhile. Partial proceeds will go to Rock for Kids, a Chicago
non-profit that provides support, inspiration and assistance to under-served children and teens through music education. See www.lethalpoetry.com.
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CHARITY GOLF TOURNEY IN SF BAY AREA FOR MUSIC IN SCHOOLS
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Golf with Bay Area personalities from the worlds of music and entertainment at the 4th Annual MUST Golf Tournament, hosted by Tre Cool, on Monday, April 5th. This is a fundraiser for
the Music Integrated Learning Environment program in the Oakland Unified School District. Funds will provide music programs for 240 students in three Oakland public elementary schools.
This tournament includes a poolside BBQ lunch, on-course events, beverages and prizes, live and silent auctions, musical entertainment and a buffet dinner, all at the Sequoyah Country
Club in the Oakland Hills. Register to either participate or attend the dinner at http://www.mustcreate.org/index.shtml.
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