Volume Eleven — Music management trends and tools in the digital era, for Indie Bands

Music management trends and tools
in the digital era, for indie musicians

Analysis

Selling Songs vs. Selling Albums

by matt · April 7th, 2008 · 4 Comments

We all knew this question would need to be answered eventually - is the album going the way of the dodo? Is there even a need for it anymore?

by matt · March 20th, 2008 · 2 Comments

Perhaps the next step will be groups formed for the sole purpose of providing investment in musicians as if they were entrepreneurs, with the money used by the artist to hire others to help with production, branding and marketing.

by matt · March 3rd, 2008 · 6 Comments

Many bloggers and others have been discussing the success of Jonathan Coulton, “code monkey” turned full time musician. A recent NY Times article highlights what has driving Jonathan’s success - his personal interaction with fans. Many bands may already realize this is the best marketing tool, but this article makes clear what a full time job it can be.

Says Coulton: “People always think that when you’re a musician you’re sitting around strumming your guitar, and that’s your job,” he said. “But this” — he clicked his keyboard theatrically — “this is my job.”

by matt · January 29th, 2008 · 4 Comments

V11’s Perspective on David Byrne’s Survival Strategies for Emerging Artists

by matt · January 14th, 2008 · 2 Comments

Webcasts as the New Value of Live Music

by matt · November 22nd, 2007 · 3 Comments

The Aftereffect of Radiohead’s Decision- How does it apply to indie bands?

by matt · November 6th, 2007 · 10 Comments

And so it goes

by Dan · July 1st, 2007 · 1 Comment

VolumeEleven.net SXSW Interview with 1938 Media!

Comment

Advice

How to Have Fans Join Your Newsletter: Give away a song

by Dan · March 14th, 2008 · 4 Comments

An Easier (and Cheaper) Way to Sell Your Music Online

by matt · February 25th, 2008 · 3 Comments

Advertising bands on Facebook: Does it work?

by Dan · February 25th, 2008 · 3 Comments

Getting Ringtones to your Fans

by matt · February 20th, 2008 · 2 Comments

How to get Merchandise to your fans with no upfront costs

by Dan · February 13th, 2008 · Comment

Getting the most out of your Jambase dollars

by matt · February 6th, 2008 · 2 Comments

Online Starting Points for Bands

by aaron · January 31st, 2008 · Comment

About Volume 11

Volume 11 is for musicians who want to stay informed on the changing music industry. And who are looking for the best tools and services to get their music heard.

There has never been a better time to be an independent musician!

Review & Comment on Companies

Ringtones

Texting

Marketing

Offers radio airplay opportunities and viral music promotion for indie bands.
Help get your songs licensed to non-online distribution vehicles like a movie or TV show.
For a fee, will send email blasts to promote your live shows.
Artists can have their music professionally screened by members of Indie-Music’s staff.
Allows artists to promote their music, videos and photos.
Events website.
More

Management Tools

A platform for fans to share music and bands to manage their music promotion.
Volume Eleven Recommended

Helps you be your own record label. One stop shop to upload music and videos to multiple sites.
Help bands sell online and manage their web content.
Connect musicians and festival promoters, among others.
Automates the booking and promotional process for bands, artists, booking agents, record companies and music managers through their online tools.
More
Offer downloadable discussions on the music industry.

Online Radio

Video & Streaming

News & Notes

Bands take advantage of online opportunities

sfgate.com · 4.21.08

Summary/Comments

It’s official, the music revolution has really hit, the SF Chronicle is now covering it.
“Music is in such a transition period. It’s in a weird void of what it’s going to be and what it’s going to become,” Hayes said. “The way the business is heading, it’s only going to help the independent band.”

Week in Review: 30 March - 6 April

Note · 4.8.08

1 Comment

A bit behind here but last week had some interesting developments, I’ve also included a few stories from earlier in March, enjoy.

MySpace Music Ready to Launch… Soon

news.com · 4.2.08

Summary/Comments

MySpace Music which has been expected for weeks, will be announced Thursday, according to a inside source. It will offer streaming music, downloads of unprotected MP3, concert tickets, ringtones, and other merchandise, the source told CNET News.com.