Promotion Stories
Musician Snapped By Google Streetview
Looking for a way to promote his upcoming album, this musician managed to get his picture on the new Street View feature of Google Maps—but it wasn't easy.
Rockin' For A Cause
For the 13th year, Rock 4 XMAS will bring together a who’s who of the rock-and-roll world and hit the stage to raise money to benefit the less fortunate.
L2PQ Digital Editions
The latest editions of L2P Quarterly are available now in digital format-Just click here!
All About Packaging
AC/DC’s new box set includes musical rarities and memorabilia packed inside a functional 1-watt guitar amplifier.
GoGirlsMusicFest '09
GoGirlsMusicFest is a series of showcase events promoting independent women in music while supporting various charities—Since 2000 there have been over 100 all volunteer-run Fest shows!
Just Nine Weeks?
Ariel Hyatt, mastermind of the Cyber PR concept, is set to release the second version of her highly regarded book: “Music Success in Nine Weeks”.
Video iPod
Apple's new iPod nano adds a video camera, mic and speaker so you can shoot video anywhere and view it on your iPod nano—Then, use your computer to edit your video and post to YouTube.
Getting the Message Out: When to Hire the PR Pros, Part 1
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I can remember when a band’s public relations campaign amounted to nothing more than tacking up posters on any available light pole or wall. Nowadays, indie bands have more effective options for getting their message out. Among the available tools, numerous PR firms handle acts ranging from established to newbies. My day job as an entertainment writer brings me in frequent contact with agencies big and small. It seems reasonable to ask, at what point should an act invest in hiring a PR pro, what can that person or persons do for you, and what should you have in hand when you come to the table?”
