May
28
2008
1. Obscure Sound
This is a fantastic and well-written blog about the indie music scene. They regularly post MP3’s and album reviews. Subscribe. Read. Be Cool.
2. Indie Music Sampler
The site is updated each week with a new 30-minute podcast sampler of indie music.
3. Indie Rock Cafe
A meaty blog with lots of content.
4. Indie Music Charts
Top 100 [...]
May
28
2008
If you are serious about getting your band to the next level, check out this article.
Bands can now find investors through these websites, building the funding they need to finance their recording, marketing and touring needs. Fans can contribute to your future success starting at as little as $10. What an amazing way to help [...]
May
28
2008
I found this great site that is by an indie band called Beatnik Turtle. They have written a very extensive ’survival guide’ for indie bands and their supporters–it is literally chock full o’ valuable information. These guys have really provided an excellent service for people, so show your support by buying one of [...]
Apr
29
2008
In 2000 Metallica made a big stink about their music being downloaded on Napster, forcing the P2P to change it’s ways permanently, much to the chagrin of millions of people who thought they had a good thing going. Whatever your opinion of P2P’s, you have to admit that it’s ironic for Metallica to come [...]
Apr
26
2008
Check out Unsigned, a website where thousands of independent artists have uploaded their music to gain exposure. The great thing about this site is that you can join as a fan, and build a profile that lets you keep track of your favorite artists–and then interact with other members! It’s a fantastic tool for networking [...]
Apr
15
2008
If there’s anyone out there who still thinks the golden age of the internet has yet to begin, check out this YouTube video:
Basically, you’ve got the music of one of the most brilliant composers in the history of the world, matched up with a song from what may be the most exciting and innovative band [...]