Makin' It Magazine

Success Guide for the Urban Music Industry.

Archive for January, 2010

Are you a Hustler or Businessman?

Posted by admin On January - 9 - 2010

Video blog posting talking about the difference between being a business man and being a hustler. Weighing out the pros and cons to both and the importance of both to be successful in any industry. Hope you enjoy the video. I appreciate all the feedback that I’ve been getting but please leave a comment on the page instead of emailing. It helps me keep my inbox clean, Thank you.

How to Stretch Your Promo Budget!

Posted by admin On January - 6 - 2010

Quick video blog giving independent artists and labels advice on how to make the most of a limited promotional budget. Main topic is the difference between Transient and Fixed promotional outlets. Good video to watch before you blow a lot of money on showcases, club spins and seeking radio play. Look forward to your feedback and hope you enjoy :)

How To Start a Record Label with $10.

Posted by admin On January - 3 - 2010

My first video blog entry. guide to starting your own record label with just $10. I hope you enjoy it. If so make sure you leave comments on the page.

15 Reasons I Didn’t Listen to Your Music.

Posted by admin On January - 3 - 2010

95% of the music I receive is deleted without ever being listened to. Why? Outside of the fact that I  get 300-700 records sent to me each week via Email, Myspace, Twitter, Facebook, etc. Its just impossible for me to listen to every song I receive and still find time for my family and work. In an effort to increase the amount of material I listen to I have outlined “15 Reasons I didn’t listen to your music” in hopes that you will shape up :)

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