Archive for April, 2011

How To Profit From Giving Away Free Music

Sunday, April 24th, 2011

If there is one thing clear about music and the internet, it’s that there are no clear options for distribution. Rather, there are hundreds of varied strategies that may work depending on who you are and what your situation is. Creativity and understanding of how the web works are the two things that will help you the most.

To most people the idea of releasing free to use music may sound unprofitable and wasteful, but when looking at the bigger picture it turns out to be a very smart move. There is no better way to spread your music than to release it for free. In most cases you wouldn’t be making much from selling it anyway. Just like in any business, you need to have a customer base before you can make any profit.

Artist Review – Stalking Ella Scott

Monday, April 11th, 2011

Indie pop-punk band Stalking Ella Scott hail from the harsh North-West coast of Tasmania, Australia. With a sound reminiscent of The Kooks and a front man reminiscent of Jim Morrison, the distinctive sound and style of this little known gem from Australia make them a force to watch for in the future.

The three-piece consists of Vocalist/Guitarist Alex Grant, Bassist Luis Fantarella and Percussionist Aiden Stalker (his real name). Starting out in high-school, the band failed to find a strong footing in the industry for several years but after the departure of original front man Jeremy Scott in late 2009 they became more confident on stage and meshed better as group during performances.