I Ate Your Microphone

If you are an Indie artist that is just beginning, or has been trying to build a reputation in your community for a while, you know how difficult it is to become known.  It takes consistent gigs, marketing, efforts and ideas to continue to pursue your dream.

When working towards your goals, you should always keep in mind that the resources you need are already there for you.  It is simply tapping into what you want and keeping focus on the overall goals that you have.

If you have the goal of having four CDs and traveling around the world with your music, always remember it is possible for you to do!  You don’t need anyone telling you how to do it, where to go or what to play.  That is the beauty of being an Indie artist.

The only thing that you have to do is have faith about your goals and not let anything stand in the way.  Being an Indie artist is about independence, meaning that you have freedom to do what you want when you want to.  Whether it is a tour, CD or different genre of music, keep your attitude as an Indie artist and you will get far.

As most are starting to notice, it is not about the radio anymore.  Several are beginning to turn to the option of the Internet in order to find their best music.  As an Indie artist, or even someone who just enjoys the benefits of radio, there are several areas for you to turn.

One of the expanding portals for Internet radio for Indie Artists is www.jukeboxalive.com.  Not only does this radio have possibilities to see a consolidated list of artists of all genres, but also has a network of other radio areas that you can get your music played on.

The idea of Jukebox Alive is specifically for the Indie artist.  It allows you to advertise your CD on one or several radio stations, and even to have your own area that connects to the jukebox from your website so that you can sell your CDs.

Finding options on the Internet means finding networks and places that want to advertise your music.  This specific consolidated area of radio stations and artists is a great way to get your music heard.

Internet radio is the best route for the indie artist to get their music exposed to the masses and it comes along at a time in which many of the local radio stations are being bought out by corporate conglomerates who dictate what is to be played on your local radio station.

There are many internet radio stations that will play your music. Live365 was in the first group of pioneers (along with Win Amp and Shout cast) to ever stream artist music over the internet. DJ’s are constantly looking for new music to play on their internet radio stations and some stations will even do live interviews with you or your band online!

Some internet radio stations have to pay afee to performing rights societies, such as ASCAP, BMI or SESAC. So depending on what station your song is played on, you can get royalties from your music being played. Other radio stations are promotional stations which promote your music for free but usually no royalties are paid.

Use a search engine to find an online radio station concept that fits you and go to its web-site. Many of these radio stations have online submission of Mp3 files built into their site. Submit your music and start receiving airplay right away!