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Monday, December 26, 2011
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Artists vs Hobbyists
Whats your level of dedication? This is simply from my perspective, but I see hobbyists as a few people. #1.) Artists that constantly do the same thing over and over again, like industry mixtapes. I discussed this on my radio show, but the difference between Wiz rappin over someone else's beats is the fact that he has a large fan base and whenever he does post a song a lot more people are seeing that rather than a couple of hundred followers or facebook friends. I keep saying it over and over, mix up your "mixtapes" with not just industries but also original beats. Which will require you to in some cases buy beats from a producer. Which leads to #2) Self investing, a lot of artists look at this and take it wrong like producers are just trying to make money off them. Producers do have to eat, especially if an artist expects to get a beat, put it on an album and make money. Why shouldn't a producer get paid? I know a great amount of producer friends of mine who have $0.99 beats for lease , myself personally I do it for $30 cause I feel like thats the average online price I do it for. Also producers hold sales with great deals and I guarantee there are artist who look for FREE who never act on any of the sales they see online. Investing itself doesn't have to be monetary it could be knowledge, learn about online marketing, or more about the technical aspects of engineering and production.
3.) Change your routine, this to me is the most hardest part of it all. Lots of us work 9:00-5:00's and we do the usual go to work, come home play games, go hangout with friends and go to the club. I am not saying don't do this by any means but limit it. People who don't believe in what you're doing won't help you reach your vision. It doesn't make them bad people but you have to still INVEST in you with TIME as well. From working on music, networking, setting up a site, brainstorming ideas, there is always a lot of different ways to spend time then the usual.
Keep a positive mindset and always believe you will succeed, even if that means separating yourself from negative people, friends or fam. Negative energy isn't good for anyone's success
Monday, December 19, 2011
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Happy Holiday Beat Special of the Week!
Production Prices
Beat Special of the week 50% off all leases enter in coupon code before payment screen, MAJORMUZIK Contract available for leases upon request , I just ask for production credits in any project that you release. Leases are good for 5,000 cd's or albums sold. Exclusives all come with a contract. To purchase any tracks off the player, select the box below and click buy now and it will take you directly to the paypal screen. For tracks paid with a credit or debit card you should recieve the email link the same day. For e-check's it will be 3-5 days or whenever your bank clears the funds.
(To buy beat, make sure either lease or exclusive is checked on whatever beat you choose then click buy now. At the next screen you can enter in your payment info. You should receive an email within 24 hours with your beat as well as your payment confirmation. Savings taken @ next screen for any questions MajorMusicENT@gmail.com)
Runs till 12/25
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Online Music Marketing with a Limited or No Budget for Artists
In today's world, you don't always need a major label to get a buzz, its all about doing a few things and being consistent in doing so. 1.) Drop links inside of forums, don't just go and leave a link to your music, but listen to someone elses music in return. 2.) Collaborating with new artists or producers whether its in your city or not. People remember names,thats why it is always good to get your name out there and work with different people you aren't accustomed to working with. 3.) Biggest one is be different, today as I look online, a lot of artists are doing the same thing, from FREE industry beat mixtapes, to free tagged beats in general. Why would anyone want to listen to a million remixes of the hottest song on the radio from an un-established artist? Thats the difference between a major artist doing a remix opposed to someone trying to get a buzz doing a remix. One other thing and I personally don't know where this comes from, but a lot of artists have a problem or feel they don't have to pay for beats. A lot of producers make it affordable for artists to buy beats some for 99 cents others sell beat specials like 5 for $20 and some artists still have problems doing that. I know you heard me say it time and time again as producers we didn't walk into guitar center asking for free merchandise, so why is it a lot of artists feel they don't have to pay for beats? I can't speak for other producers, but I will promote any artist that supports me, if you've seen my twitter or facebook time line or listen to my radio show then you know I'm not lying. 4. Last piece, get your own website and keep it fresh with content daily or weekly. Make your website a place fans can come to hang out and listen to music or see something interesting.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Jen The Music Maven 1/9/12 on Dee Dot's Producers Corner
Bio: Jen’s interest in music and the biz began in early childhood. She began a formal study of music at age 11. Possessing a vast musical repertoire at age 20 she began to incorporate a comprehensive knowledge of audio and acoustics into her career. She earned her AAS in Audio Engineering (graduated with highest honors) and expanded her musical focus to include the recording and production fields. After honing her engineering and production skills she continued her academic pursuits and earned a BA in Liberal Arts that included a focus area in music business and graduatedsumma cum laude from DePaul University in Chicago.
Jen’s career has expanded to include expertise in: publishing marketing, promotion, branding, merchandising and distribution. She also specializes in Internet Marketing and Social Networking for Musicians and utilizes the most current internet platforms to enhance musical careers.
Jen currently teaches music business courses at Houston Community College, Spring Branch Campus. These courses include: Survey of Music Business (a broad, comprehensive study of the music industry), Marketing and Promotion for Musicians, and Social Networking and Internet Marketing for Musicians. She also serves as faculty advisor for MEISA (Music Entertainment Industry Student Association) at Spring Branch. MEISA hosts two conferences and music showcases each year that feature the best talent and unprecedented opportunities for MEISA members to network with music industry executives.
Jen’s expertise covers a vast array of styles: Pop, Urban, Rock, R&B, Blues, Country, Gospel, Classical, Jazz, Latin, Middle Eastern, African, Turkish, and Romani (Gypsy) styles. Jen has spent the most recent 4 years expanding her percussion/rhythm repertoire through intense studies in Middle Eastern, African and Turkish music and meter. Jen’s private and academic music instruction and performance experience includes: flute, guitar, clarinet, piano, doumbek, riqq, zills, didgeridoo, vocals, theory, composition and ear training and sight-singing.
Hourly Consulting:
Get an individual consultation with Jen Face-to-face, telephone, or Skype! Jen is available for consultation on Brand Development and Promotion, Online Marketing, Social Media Usage and Best Practices, Music Production, Copyright, Publishing, Royalties, Performance Rights Organizations, Distribution, Accounting, Business Models, and Brokering.
Services: Brand Development and Customized Social Media Packages that include custom design of: Website, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, (or online platform of choice), online store front, logo design. Jen offers monthly maintenance packages for social media that cover an array of services including: posting, interacting with fans on a personal level, photo posting, event invitations, video (film and upload to YouTube and post to various networks) and blogs.
Rates and Packages: http://www.jenthemusicmaven.com/services.html
Listen to podcasts & shows on www.icebreakerradio.com
buy beats at www.MajorMusicENT.com
Monday, December 12, 2011
5 beats $20 right now!
All beats on the site are 5 for $20 with leasing rights! Select the 5 you want, hit buy now then the savings will be taken on the second page! For any questions call 972.591.1049 only business calls no Texting!
Big Dru Stops By Dee Dot's Producers Corner 12/12
Big Dru Lafayette, LA artist will stop by to talk about his latest project, Caught The Game by Surprize and his future projects as well as his career. Tune in tonight 7:00pm Central call in with any questions 646-595-2679 for our panel www.icebreakerradio.com
Checkout the 5 for $20 lease sale
www.MajorMusicENT.com
Makfully hits Dee Dot's Producers Corner 12/12
BIO:
Makfully (Independent artist from Stockton, California)
I started rapping at around 12 years old. Him and his older brother T.G. and I use to freestyle
on a karaoke to beats. Taking snipped off some of the karaoke music used, they starting starting making mixtapes not even knowing it.
Government name is Adolphus Tolver Jr. The artist name Makfully was giving to him at the age of 14. What started out as a hobby, sparked a new founded career so decided to use a nick name that wasa giving to him.
People who influenced my style?
Ice Cube
Young Jeezy
Jay-Z
C-Bo
2pac
I've done shows with:
Young Joc
Mistah Fab
The Jacka
Spice 1
Turf Talk
and a lot more local celebrities in my region
I have 4 projects:
T.G. and Makfully - Welcome 2 the Street (Mixtape) 2007
War Inc. - Warning Shotz (Group Album) 2009
Makfully - Shoebox Money (Mixtape) 2010
Makfully - Reality Check (E.P.) 2011
and a lot of features and cameos.
I have 7 music videos online.
Checkout the show tonight on www.icebreakerradio.com 7:00pm Central, call in to our panel with any questions 646-595-2679
Need Beats 5 beats with leasing rights $20 on www.MajorMusicENT.com
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Monday, December 5, 2011
Slim Thug On Dee Dot's Producers Corner 12/19
Slim Thug Stops By to Discuss his career, and recent projects on Dee Dot's Producers Corner on 12/19. Follow the cast on twitter @DEEDOT81 @KnuanceworldLLC & @BigRych and submit any questions you want answered on the show. Monday Night 7:00pm central on www.icebreakerradio.com
Buy Beats With Instant Download www.MajorMusicENT.com. We also offer website apps, advertising and distribution to artists and producers
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Par 4 on Dee Dot's Producers Corner 12/5
Join us tomorrow night at 7:00pm central Par 4 will join us on Dee Dot's Producers Corner with Rych & Tre on www.icebreakerradio.com. He will talk to us about his career, recent singles Speakers On Blast, Featherweights and more. We will also have our weekly production topics from our panel on mixing & pro audio as well as revisit our controversial topic on rappers buying beats which has been hot on youtube since last week. Listeners can call in 646-595-2670
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