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Five ways to make social media work for you

When it comes to spreading the word about your music, social media plays an integral part in letting the world know what you have to offer. Read some tips from social media experts Green House Group.

By Anita Awbi 13 Apr 2012

Get the most from a music video in four easy steps

Here’s a few tips from Radar's guide, “29 Ways To Get The Most From Your Music Video”. Radar is a service used by record labels, independent artists and music video directors to commission and promote music videos worldwide.

By Anita Awbi 12 Apr 2012

Getting gigs in France

For the latest instalment of Make it Happen, PRS for Music’s Jules Parker shared some of his top touring tips ahead of the Vive la France! 2012 convention.

By Anita Awbi 12 Apr 2012

Making it happen live - advice from Pete Webber

We raid the sound booth to get top advice from Pete Webber on gigging and sounding great on stage, and discover why reaching out to the right promoters could transform your career.

By Anita Awbi 12 Apr 2012

Five things to do before you make a music video

Music and videos go hand in hand and a memorable video can help make a good song great. Advances in technology make it easier than ever to make and edit a video. But, according to Charlotte Johnson of Decibel Pictures Ltd, you should never compromise quality. Here are some things to think about before you pick up the camera.

By Anita Awbi 23 Dec 2011

Make It Happen 14 - Making music for brands

Here's some more tips for being as prepared as possible when working with brands.

By Anita Awbi 5 Dec 2011

Make It Happen 13 - Working with brands

In the latest instalment of Make It Happen, Richard Kirstein, a founding partner of music consultancy Resilient Music LLP shares his tips for artists (& artist managers) looking to develop music for the commercial world.

By Anita Awbi 22 Nov 2011

Five songwriting tips from Jamie Hartman

In this instalment of the Make It Happen, we hear Jamie Hartman's songwriting tips. BMI award-winning songwriter and Ivor Novello & Brit Award nominee Hartman has written for, produced or recorded/performed with the likes of Will Young, Joss Stone, Natalie Imbruglia, The Wanted, Westlife and many more.

By Anita Awbi 10 Nov 2011

Make It Happen - The Music Industry Handbook

There are many books out there that bill themselves as music industry guides. However the vast majority of these books are by American authors, and therefore offer a mostly American perspective– with very little reference to the UK. Paul Rutter, principal music lecturer at Southampton Solent University, thought it was about time that the UK music industry had a guide of its own. So after two years and many late nights, The Music Industry Handbook was born. Paul Rutter talks about to M about its conception.

By Anita Awbi 19 Oct 2011
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