December 2009
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Almost Back to Normal!
Hey everyone! Just wanted to drop you all a quick note to let you know that due to my travels I am forced to postpone this week’s Music Monday. Sorry to those of you that came looking for some new jams and thanks to those of you that messaged me asking about Music Monday, as you reminded me to leave this note.
Anyone have any awesome New Years plans! I’m thinking about going to Dam...
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NEW MUSIC MONDAYS
TIGER CITY - Mallory
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Get Fresh Top 10 of '09!!!
No year is complete without the obligatory list of my favorite records of the year. This year’s selection includes some obvious choices, but also some picks that really surprised me. There were actually a lot of great records released this year, and it was hard to choose 10, but here we are. On with the show!
10) Converge - Axe to Fall
This was a real shocker for me. My intake of heavy...
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Ask Me Anything: Do I Need a Label? What Do They...
This question comes from a couple of users on the AbsolutePunk.net forums. They write:
“I keep hearing that if you work hard you can do just as much as a label to promote your band. Would you recommend that a smaller band join a label? What exactly does a label do and how do they help your band?”
I could go on for days about the pros and cons of signing to a label. Some labels do...
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Ask Me Anything: How Do I Make A Proper Press Kit?
Today’s question comes from the band, From the Balcony, from Collegeville, PA. They write:
“I know that press kits need to show a band’s ability to be independent and successful at the same time. What is the best way to demonstrate that? What is the best way to make yours stick out in a pile of them?”
Let’s face it guys, the notion of a traditional press kit is...
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Ask Me Anything: How Do I Book a Tour with...
I’ve started a new segment here at Get Fresh USA called, “Ask Me Anything About the Music Industry.” The title is pretty straightforward, so it doesn’t warrant any explanation. I answer questions as I get them, so there’s no set schedule to it. It’s like Dear Abby, only about less stupid stuff.
Today’s question comes from the band Cavalier, an indie pop...