Music Promotion, Marketing and Distribution Newsletter

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The contacts listed are sorted into FIVE sections:

1. Publications, Review Websites and Music Blogs that will REVIEW your music
2. Radio Stations, Shows and Podcasts that will PLAY your songs
3. Labels, Vendors, Distributors and Promotional Services that will help you to SELL your CD
4. Websites where you can UPLOAD your band's MP3s or videos
5. Helpful Resources for recording artists

SECTION ONE: SITES/PUBLICATIONS WHERE YOU CAN GET YOUR MUSIC REVIEWED

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SECTION TWO: RADIO STATIONS, SHOWS AND PROMOTERS

2.1 RADIO - STATIONS AND SHOWS

RAdDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD Halshack Indie Rockcast
Hal Jester jesterman9000@gmail.com
www.halshack.com
I began my company HALSHACK as an independent A&R, public relations manager and now a radio personality to source bands and artists that I feel are in viable contention of possible notoriety or even stardom in the mainstream music industry. I look for quality emerging artists an aspire to working with only the best indie and unsigned acts. I produce my own radio show in order to gain attention for these artists by giving full promotion on my website, radio show and various social media outlets and platforms as well as possibly having an article or review written about certain acts that garner the attention. We also provide blogs and music reviews for certain artists that we deem worthy of the extra exposure by my highly trained staff of ex record label scouts and musicians. I cater mainly to Rock/Alt/Pop with a smattering of Reggae, Ska, Americana and Funk occasionally mixed in. facebook.com/halshack @halshack

The Mad Music Asylum
PH: 347-687-4279
Uncle Duke themadmusicasylum@gmail.com
www.themadmusicasylum.com
If you are an artist looking for exposure, we would love to hear your stuff. I don't want to come across as a snob but my musical tastes run from the Baroque Classical period to the music of today. I cannot guarantee you a slot on the program but am always, always looking for new tunes to listen to and love. I cannot give you any direction as to what to submit because depending on the mood I am in, I have the potential to like anything and everything. I would say please no head banging really Hard Rock, but at times I like Black Sabbath and Ted Nugent as much as the next guy so....anything goes. The best way to get our attention is to fill out our ONLINE FORM and send us a LINK to your music. If that seems too complicated, you can just send the LINK to our e-mail address. Also, it helps to interact with us on any of our various social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Google+ or Pinterest). If we like what we hear, we will contact you to obtain the MP3 file so we can mix it in to the program. facebook.com/MadMusicAsylum @MadMusicAsylum

2.2 RADIO PROMOTERS

Twin Vision
261 5th Ave. #1F, Brooklyn, NY 11215
PH: 718-369-1370
Peter Hay peterhay@twinvision.net
www.twinvision.net
Offers radio promotion services to artists and labels with proven strategies that create exposure and awareness with national audiences. We are specialists in working with independently created projects, from artists putting out their own recordings to major independent labels, as well as foreign labels looking for a niche in the American market. For the last seventeen years, Twin Vision has provided promotion services to artists, managers, publishers and labels whose projects required special attention at radio formats that embrace new and emerging artists.

National Record Promotion
137 N. Larchmont #500, Los Angeles, CA 90004
PH: 323-658-7449
Larry Weir larry_weir@sbcglobal.net
www.larryweir.com
We promote artists and groups at radio with an emphasis on independent labels and recording artists. Over the last five years NRP has worked with many major acts. NRP will assist you in weekly tracking reports...national chart activity & radio interviews. facebook.com/National.Record.Promotion

Howard Rosen Promotion
521 W. Channel Islands Blvd. #15, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
PH: 805-382-2200 FX: 805-201-7816
info@howiewood.com
www.howiewood.com
Since 1985 We have been helping artists reach their goals of obtaining radio airplay, expanding their fan base, and creating awareness throughout the industry. @Howiewoodpromo

SECTION THREE: SERVICES/VENDORS/LABELS THAT WILL HELP SELL YOUR MUSIC

3.1 SERVICES - PROMOTION/PUBLICITY

PROMOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO TAXI
5010 N. Pkwy. Calabasas #200, Calabasas, CA 91302
PH (US and Canada): 800-458-2111
PH (International): 818-222-2464
memberservices@taxi.com
www.taxi.com
Get your music to Record Labels, Music Publishers, Music Supervisors and Music Libraries! We deliver those targeted opportunities right to your front door. Record labels, Publishers, Music Libraries and Film & TV Music Supervisors tell us what kind of Songs, Instrumental Tracks and Artists they currently need - then we tell you. When you see a match for your music, send it to us, and our A&R team will pre-screen it for the company that needs it. If your music is on-target and great, we send it to them. Your music becomes solicited because it came from a trusted industry source (that's us!). Why Sign Up For TAXI? Your music will finally get heard by real industry professionals! You don't have the time to develop the contacts and knock on hundreds of doors yourself. You'll know exactly what the industry needs and when they need it - no more procrastinating. TAXI's FREE convention is worth much, much more than you will invest in your membership. You'll get professional feedback to help take your music from good to great. facebook.com/TaxiIndependentAR @TAXIMusic

RAPIDFIRE PR
PH: 360-509-1779
Cyrus Rhodes rhodesm@wavecable.com
www.rapidfirepr.com
RAPIDFIRE PR is the only PR firm in the world that can deliver 10 music reviews, written by 10 separate music critics, posted on 10 separate websites in as little as 10 working days. No matter if it's an EP, LP, single or video/press release RAPIDFIRE PR has got you covered with over 50+ writers on staff and top web affiliates all working on your behalf. From the indie artist to the pro publicist - RAPIDFIRE PR delivers music marketing for all. @cyrusrhodes

WHIPLASH PR & Management
398 Columbus Ave. PMB #183, Boston, MA 02116
PH: 617-445-4383
Rhonda Sanchez whiplashpr@aol.com
www.whiplashprandmanagement.com
Thanks to many years of developing relationships with journalists, editors, reviewers, radio programmers and national and international contacts of all varieties, Whiplash PR & Management has been able to individually tailor its efforts by targeting members of the media who will specifically champion its clients. These personal relationships with the clients and media alike provide The WPM Team with a deeper understanding of each one's needs and talents, as well as the fuel to create the fresh, attention-grabbing pitches for which the firm has become well known. Whiplash PR & Management is fearlessly creative in the pursuit of press coverage for its clients. As one of the the pioneers of the indie pr movement in 1996; hence 'indie publicist', we chooses carefully which projects to take on. Whiplash staff is dedicated and enthusiastic and regularly goes beyond the call of duty, securing any opportunity that would be beneficial for the clients, whether it falls in the realm of conventional publicity or career development. @Whiplashpr

3.2 SERVICES - LABELS, DISTRIBUTORS AND ONLINE VENDORS

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SECTION FOUR: SITES WHERE YOU CAN UPLOAD YOUR BAND'S MP3s OR VIDEOS

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SECTION FIVE: SOCIAL NETWORKS AND ONLINE COMMUNITIES

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SECTION SIX: HELPFUL TOOLS AND RESOURCES FOR YOUR BAND

6.1 RESOURCES - GENERAL

RESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS MusicPro Insurance Agency
135 Crossways Park Dr. #300, PO Box 9017, Woodbury, NY 11797
PH: 800-687-4277
insurance@musicproinsurance.com
/www.musicproinsurance.com
We offer worldwide coverage for all your instruments and equipment. Our program is specialized to handle the unique needs of all musicians. We offer the highest quality coverage at the lowest price possible. Protecting your most prized assets shouldn't be a financial burden. Our site has a quick application process and managing your account is easy! Access your policies from any device, anywhere, any time. @MusicProInsure

USA Songwriting Competition
2881 E. Oakland Park Blvd. #414, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
info@songwriting.net
www.songwriting.net
Since 1995, the USA Songwriting Competition??, the world's leading international songwriting event, has been honoring songwriters, composers, bands, and recording artists everywhere. This is open to all, regardless of nationality or country origin. *Winners are selected by a Blue Ribbon committee of music industry judges including record label publishers, producers, A&R from Universal Music, Warner, Sony Music, and other distinguished professionals. This is your chance to be discovered by the biggest names in the music business! Our competition offers a shot at the big time for songwriters, original solo artists, and bands everywhere around the world. For you it is the contest that might just open the right doors, make the right connections and get your songs heard. Winning songs receive radio airplay! (the first for any songwriting competition!). This is not American Idol - this is the professional songwriting competition that offers winners the clout that it it takes to really make it! facebook.com/usasongcomp @usasong

Festival Network Online
PO Box 18839, Asheville, NC 28814
PH: 828-658-2779 FX: 828-645-3374
Julie Cochrane julie@festivalnet.com
www.festivalnet.com
Lists more than 10,000 events throughout the U.S. and Canada seeking performers, from local & regional to national & international. @_festivalnet

6.2 RESOURCES - EDUCATIONAL

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2101 E. El Segundo Blvd. #102, El Segundo, CA 90245
PH: 877-701-0537
franchise.schoolofrock.com/indie-bible
The most revolutionary music education school in the world! Be a part of a unique music education franchise opportunity. The largest employer of musicians in the world. We want business partners who love what they do. School of Rock is a music school for all skill levels, ages and musical aspirations. With students ranging from toddlers to adults, School of Rock is where music students grow into real musicians. Although nationwide in scale, School of Rock is ultimately a community-based music education business. We seek partners who are leaders in their community, those who are active in their neighborhoods, and those who are able to foster a sense of learning and community for children within their schools. facebook.com/SchoolofRockUSA @SchoolofRockUSA

[FREE GUIDE from Rick Barker] THE 4 STEPS NECESSARY FOR LICENSING SUCCESS
Rick Barker rick@rickbarker.com
musicindustryblueprint.com/optin26685708
Successfully licensing your songs is a MUST if you want to survive in the Modern Music Industry. This FREE E-book details the 4 Steps necessary for Licensing Success. facebook.com/musicindustryblueprint @rickbarkermusic

[FREE GUIDE from Empire Music Promotions] 52 Ways to Start Promoting Your Music Today!
Ryan Donnelly yourempiremusicpromotions@gmail.com
www.indiebible.com/newsletter/pdf/52-ways.pdf
I know that the music you have created is important to you, and that it is just as important to the music scene as well. I also know that Music PR Firms want to convince you that you need them to get your music noticed; which is the industry???s greatest lie. This is your DIY music scene, and it is now within your power to build your own audience, and it is your time to personally make the choice to reach the world with your music using your own means. facebook.com/EmpireMusicPromotions @empiremusicpr

[FREE GUIDE from Cheryl B. Engelhardt] PRIME YOUR PITCH: START GETTING A 'YES' WHEN YOU PITCH ANYTHING TO ANYONE!
Cheryl B. Engelhardt info@cbemusic.com
inthekey.co/prime
Do you get excited once you know who you need to reach out to, whether a radio station, a venue, a music supervisor ... and you write that killer e-mail (or so you think), but then... crickets? Download this free 6-page guide and checklist to unlock the keys to Prime YOUR Pitch and start getting a YES when you pitch anything to anyone! @CBE

[Free guide from Bandzoogle] HOW TO MAKE A WEBSITE FOR YOUR MUSIC
Dave Cool support@bandzoogle.com
www.bandzoogle.com/blog/how-to-make-a-website-for-your-music?utm_source=indiebible&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=partners
Whether you???re looking to improve your current site, or making a website for your music for the first time, this comprehensive guide will show you how to create an effective website that will impress both your fans and industry professionals. facebook.com/bandzoogle @bandzoogle

[Free guide from MERCHLY] LEARN HOW TO SET UP AN EFFECTIVE MERCH TABLE
customercare@merch.ly
www.merch.ly/custom-tshirts?utm_campaign=MP1907&utm_source=Prospect&utm_medium=Email
Selling merch is one of the most profitable things you can do. And this free guide is packed with tips and tactics to help you get more out of each show. And by more we mean more money, more fans, and more success. facebook.com/MerchlyMerch @MerchlyMerch

[FREE GUIDE from Manafest] MUSIC MARKETING & PROMOTIONS NOW...
Chris Greenwood (Manafest) orders@manafest.com
www.smartmusicbusiness.com/freebook
This strategy gets your music heard & generates more revenue from your songs. Sell more music & build a bigger fanbase doing what you love! What You'll Learn... Why marketing starts when the pad hits the paper! How to create engaging marketing images for FREE. How to create lyric cards and videos to promote your music. Sell your music without sounding like a salesman. 4 secrets to hitting The Billboard Charts without getting signed or being a household name! How to create a marketing plan that ensures your song is successful. How to build up the courage and thick skin you need to make it in the music industry. (I'll share how I overcame all the rejection e-mails and doors slammed in my face.) Action steps...take the 10x challenge to create a massive buzz about your music - new or old.

[FREE GUIDE from the Artist Plugin Program] THE ULTIMATE INSTAGRAM SUCCESS BUNDLE
www.artistpluginprogram.thinkific.com/courses/instagramformusicians
Ready to Build Your Fan Base & Transform Your Music Career? With Over 1-billion Users, Instagram Is a Crucial Artist Tool. NAIL ENGAGEMENT: Learn an easy system to discover the right attention-grabbing HASHTAGS that engage existing fans & draw in new ones. CURATE CUSTOM CONTENT: Discover how to design and develop unique content that your fans LOVE & share. You will be designing like an INSTAGRAM BOSS. BRAND YOURSELF: Learn how to implement artist branding & online networking strategies that make you STAND out & shine.

[FREE GUIDE from Rick Barker] THE $150,000 MUSIC DEGREE
Rick Barker rick@rickbarker.com
www.rickbarker.com
This FREE book covers a wide array of subjects including: - When artists should consider hiring a manager - How to prepare for radio tours and interviews - The importance of PROPER live performance training - How to sell sponsorships for live shows and CD releases - Building fan bases through the use of e-mail marketing and Social Media - How to go about hiring a booking agent - How artists can better communicate with the media, plus much more! facebook.com/musicindustryblueprint @rickbarkermusic

Berklee Online
PH: 617-747-2146
advisors@online.berklee.edu
online.berklee.edu
Berklee College of Music's online extension school. With world renowned faculty and unparalleled networking opportunities, Berklee Online brings the best of Berklee to students around the world. With our degree programs, certificate programs, and more than 150 courses led by Berklee faculty and industry experts, it's easy to find the offering that's right for you. facebook.com/berkleeonline @BerkleeOnline

DIY Musician Podcast
13909 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97230
Kevin Breuner podcast@cdbabypodcast.com
www.cdbabypodcast.com
Join CD Baby's Kevin and Chris as they discuss current music news, interview artists and industry professionals, offer tips and tricks to help today's independent musician move their career forward and much more! Interviews about how to be a successful musician without compromising your art. It's a perfect time to take advantage of the many opportunities for Do-It-Yourself artists that are springing up everywhere. @cdbaby @kbreuner

6.3 RESOURCES - TOOLS AND APPS

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comments@mynewsletterbuilder.com
www.mynewsletterbuilder.com
A user-friendly, feature-rich, online newsletter management program for novices and professionals alike. facebook.com/MyNewsletterBuilder1

VideoBlocks.com
PH: 866-282-5360
support@videoblocks.com
www.videoblocks.com
A members-only site offering a one-stop shop for stock video. Our members enjoy access to our unlimited library and our global marketplace. facebook.com/VideoBlocks @VideoBlocks

6.4 RESOURCES - AUDIO

DISC MAKERS
7905 N. Crescent Blvd. Pennsauken, NJ 08110-1402
PH: 800-468-9353
www.discmakers.com
The nation's leading CD / DVD duplicator, replicator and printer. When you're ready to make CDs, we're ready to make it happen. We're musicians too, so we know what you need to make it in this business: The best-looking product, the hottest-sounding audio and the most valuable (and free) promotional tools, including free distribution, a free UPC bar code and much more! facebook.com/discmakers @discmakers

OASIS CD Manufacturing
7905 N. Route 130, Delair, NJ 08110
PH: 540-987-8810
info@oasisCD.com
www.oasiscd.com
We help you manufacture your CD or DVD project. We also help you package it creatively, promote and distribute it so it doesn't become just more clutter in your apartment. facebook.com/OasisCD @oasisdisc

6.5 RESOURCES - ORGANIZATIONS

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