Category Archives: Ask Arie
ASK ARIE: Twitter Effectiveness
It’s a fact people don’t like being told by total strangers to click on random links and pressured to become a co-defendant in the retweet spam train.
ASK ARIE: Sending Physical Material?
Is it still acceptable to submit hard materials such as CDs, and physical press kits?
ASK ARIE: Do Artists Need Lawyers?
Do you think it’s important to have a lawyer review my contracts when I work with producers and labels?
ASK ARIE: Emcee With No Marketing?
The reality is, a lot of independent artists can’t afford to hire the professional help needed to gain the additional exposure they desire. But, don’t fret cause this answer is short and sweet!
ASK ARIE: Getting Played on Radio
Artists only do well on radio, because people have already had them shoved down their throats by the major labels and their BIG marketing budgets.
ASK ARIE: Signing Up for Music Festivals
…for the most part participating in events such as music festivals can be very beneficial to unsigned artists. Especially, those [reputable/established] held annually.
ASK ARIE: Is My Approach Ghetto?
I’ve received responses from emails I send out saying that my approach is ghetto. Man, I’m just trying to get my music heard, what do you suggest?
ASK ARIE: Contacting DJ’s Locally & Nationally
As an indie artist you NEVER miss an opportunity to network with people as influential as DJs, NO MATTER where they are.
ASK ARIE: Is Blogging Important for Indie Artists?
Blogging is very important and is the easiest way to keep your fans & potential followers up to date.
