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MVP – Minimum Viable Promotion

March 28, 2018 By Michael Morahan Leave a Comment

MVP – Minimum Viable Promotion

Seven steps to launch your music properly!

Ok so you have your music recorded and now you want to get it out to the world… You might be wondering “Where do I start?” or “What do I need to do to launch my new album and not hear crickets?”.  If you are a musician and have wondered about the how to get your new music heard this blog post is for you.

To be clear, I will not post any affiliate links in this post, which means I am not financially incentivized to send you in one direction or another.  I am merely providing and summarizing my knowledge acquired from years of building websites, promoting, and consuming music.   My hope is that this post will save you some time and help get you started on making productive moves now.

So now that you have your musical idea recorded, polished, and bounced (as an MP3) it is time for the big day.  The day you release it to the world. Are you launching on a solid foundation?  This post will help you answer that for yourself.

This bullet-pointed list is an outline of the topics I will discuss in greater detail throughout the rest of this post.

 

Let’s start out with the 21st-century basics (#’s 1-4) and then the timeless high impact steps.  

  1. You need a website

  2. You need social profiles

  3. Distribution Plan

  4. Email Sign-Up List

  5. Merchandise

  6. Branding

  7. Concert Schedule

 

#1 A Website:

A website might be the most daunting and intimidating task to start on.  Keep in mind there are many free or low-cost options.  NO, a SoundCloud profile does not count as your website!  If you are looking for a great free option I suggest you look at WordPress.com.

 

Best Free Options:  

WordPress.com (the .com is important!)

BandCamp.com

 

WordPress.com

Pros:

Free – Free Hosting and free SubDomain (YourBand.WordPress.com)

Very Flexible,

Freedom of design and layout

Cons:

Some Hands-on effort required.

You will need to set it up, but it has amazing tutorials and resources.  You can start here

You do not own the domain. You only get to customize the subdomain (example:  YourBand.WordPress.com rather than YourBand.com)

BandCamp.com

Pros:

Free – Free Hosting

Semi-Flexible,

Musician Friendly – All websites are designed for musicians, so it is extremely easy to set up.

Cons:

Limited customizability

You do not own the domain name – You only get to customize the subdomain

 

Best Low-Cost Options:

WordPress.org (.org is important)

BandZoogle.com

Wix.com

SquareSpace.com

If you are looking for a low-cost way to manage your own website I suggest you look at WordPress.org or other third-party providers such as BandZoogle.com (Musician Friendly),  Wix.com or SquareSpace.com.

Suggested option:  WordPress.org 

Pros:

You own everything! – Custom Domain (example:  YourBand.com)

Unlimited Flexibility – if you can dream it you can build it!

Don’t split your hard earned revenue.

You can sell your music or merch on your store and never have to split the revenue with anyone (other than the payment processor and uncle sam, or your countries government)

It is free! – But you must pay for hosting (can choose any hosting provider).

Open source – Which means it is always evolving in amazing ways without paying a dime for the updates!  (think Android operating system).

Cons:

Must pay for a custom domain (yearly) and hosting (typically monthly).

These are the minimum costs that everyone must pay if they want to own and manage their own website and domain.  These fees are not associated with WordPress.  WordPress does not dictate the fees for your domain and is not charging you to host (or store) your files.  But you must pay for your domain and hosting in order for WordPress.ORG to work.  

You are in charge of everything, and if something goes wrong, it is your fault. You must fix it.

(Pro tip:  if you are confused about something, call your host, they can usually help you understand what is going on or fix what is broken).

 

BandZoogle is designed for musicians.

There is a monthly fee to run your site.  They host your site but there are a limited number of things you can do to your site.  You still need to buy your domain from a third party.  BandZoogle is competitively priced and provides you with a domain upon paying them.  There are some limitations regarding the number of songs, photos, and email subscribers and you may need a higher tier depending on your needs.  You can check BandZoogle’s pricing here.

Wix & Squarespace

Wix and Squarespace are pretty similar to each other.  They are designed to be for everyone who wants a website, so it is not musician-specific.  Both are easy to design and manage with WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) editors.  I believe that both providers will enable you to buy your domain through their service.  You will still need to pay them monthly for hosting.  There are more design possibilities with these providers than BandZoogle but it is not an ‘out of the box’ solution for musicians and you will need to customize it to suit your needs.  Check out Wix Pricing here.  Check out Squarespace Pricing here.

 

#2 Social Profiles

By now you should be familiar with the major social networks and even if you don’t use them, other people do.  You want your music, your band, and your brand to be visible and consistent on the major platforms.  Do you need a profile on all platforms, ‘no’!  You should only commit to having profiles on networks that you will update.  I suggest you have at least three profiles/ pages set up so that people can find you online.

You do not need to update them daily but some consistency will help you gain some traction.  Try to have your username be ‘YourBand’.  (example on Twitter:  Twitter.com/YourBand @YourBand or facebook.com/yourband).  If you have a commonly used phrase or name for your band (ex: @sky) it might be difficult to get that username.  Try adding music to the end of it. (ex @skyMusic).

(Pro tip:  you can use a service like IFTTT.com to automatically share updates, posts, tweets, etc across your social networks. For example, when you update your WordPress website, you can automatically post it to FaceBook, or Twitter etc.  Or when you update your facebook page it will automatically tweet it out to your twitter followers. You can set it up in any way you want, just watch out for creating a loop, which will infinitely repost a repost, of a repost, of a repost… you get the point).

  • Suggested Networks:
    • SoundCloud, Facebook Group & Page, Twitter, Instagram.
  • Optional:
    • Beatport, Periscope, MixCloud, iTunes Connect (Artist Page), Google+, Bandcamp, many others

 

#3 Distribution Plan:

Think about how people will consume your music.  Streaming is the new norm for many people.  You should take steps to get your music on iTunes, Spotify, and Pandora at the minimum.  Google Play and Amazon Music are on the rise and many more digital stores are out there.  This process can be confusing for some and there are professional distributors out there to help you out. Here is a short video to give you the basics and what to look out for when choosing a distributor.  In short, you want to make sure that you retain ownership of your music and that you earn 100% of your music’s revenue.  Do your homework!  Just reading these few paragraphs is not enough.  Make sure your music is distributed properly and that you get the money you deserve when your music sells or is streamed.

Many of these distributors, such as TuneCore will help get your music into many different digital stores.  You must pay these distributors for their services.  Why use a distributor?  They have experience with the process and will guide you along the way.  Their job is to get your music out there and into the ears of your fans.  They will help you but you must pay them for their services. Some distributors are country specific so be sure to make sure that the distributor you choose operates in your country.  They can help you keep track of your data across many different platforms.

How do you get your music on iTunes?

You can reference this list of authorized or ‘trusted’ distribution partners for the iTunes store.  Here is a great resource from iTunes.  Reference the list provided to ensure you have everything you need to be accepted to the iTunes store, these requirements will likely change over time so use the link to get the official requirements. As of the date of this writing, you will need to have the legal rights to sell that music, a Universal Product Code (UPC) and an International Standard Recording Code (ISRC) for your music.  You also need an Apple ID and a Tax ID.

Who is your distributor of choice?  Let me know in the comments below.

 

#4 Email List:

Setting up an email list is easier than you may think.  You can grab a notebook and a few pens and set it on your merch table as you perform.  On the top write something like want to be notified when our next album drops?  Or if you are willing to do it, you can write:  ” Like free music?  Sign up and we will send you a track (or album) for free!”  Ok, ok I know the younger generation is thinking “paper is so old fashion!”.  Well, who wants to leave an iPad unattended at a show?  So you can transfer the paper list to a digital list after you perform.  Better yet you can have a mailing list sign up form on your website (digital start to finish).  MailChimp is pretty intuitive to set up and is free for 2,000 subscribers or less.  You can connect it to your website, social networks and manually add people to your list (such as your paper lists for each show).  You can tag your subscribers so you know where they signed up.  If you are a touring band this can be especially helpful.  Pretend you are touring and you gathered 70 emails during one of your shows.  You can then send out a targeted email to those 70 subscribers letting them know that you just released a live recording from the show or that you will be touring through their city again and they can buy tickets now.  The possibilities are endless.  Yes, emails are useful.  You can use your email lists to sell tickets, music, merch and more.  Start collecting now and you can reap the rewards for years to come!

 

#5 Merchandise

You can maximize your revenue when you perform by having merch.  It should be noted that good band branding is critical.  Read the next section on branding to maximize your impact.  You can burn your CDs for minimal cost and sell them at your show.  If you are the opening act at a show, crush it and get some of the main acts fans to become your fans as well. At the end of your set mention on the mic that you will be at the merch table at the back and will have CDs and merch for sale.  During the main performance go and man /woman the merch table.  Give people a bonus whether it is a hug or a free sticker with the purchase of an album it makes a difference.  Not having anything to sell is a mistake.  So take the time beforehand to burn 10-15 CDs and put them in a backpack with your other gear.  Bring it and try to sell it all or even give some of it away!  Your products will travel through the cars and stereos of your fans and likely will reach new people.  Be a guerrilla marketer!

A great story, shared by Project Aspect, on episode two of the Freio Music Podcast was the fact that he was at a festival, as a fan (not performing), and walked around the campgrounds and gave away his CD to anyone who “liked free music”  (everyone).  The festival attracted people who like his style of music, so he was targeting people who like Music enough to pay to see artists for 72 hours straight. (Standing outside of a Bank and giving away your album is unlikely to have the same effect unless perhaps you only sing about money). Years later he performed at that same festival and people still have and remember him giving away his art (CD) and thank him for it.  He made new and lasting fans form his efforts. Now that is a way to target your audience and sow the seeds for your future success.

#6 Branding

This section should not be overlooked. Your music is your brand.  You are your brand.  Your Facebook page is your brand. Your logo, performance, apparel, attitude, and interactions are all apart of your brand.  Create badass art that represents you and your music.  Be consistent.  Of course, you can change it but only if it is a better representation of your brand. Think of the AC/DC text. The Rolling Stones lips.   If you have a logo use it!  If you don’t have a logo make one or hire/ convince a friend to help you out. Use your logo for your profile pictures across all of your social networks to give some consistency. If you don’t have a logo and are stubborn than at least have a photo of you or your band and use it as a logo. People want to be confident that they are following the right band so don’t make them think hard.  Make your branding consistent across all of your marketing platforms.

#7 Concert Schedule

Your music is intended to be played so, play it! Play it live, with energy and excitement.  Keep it fun for you and everyone and switch it up from show to show. One band that I choose not to name I saw play the exact same setlist twice on the same day at a small festival!  You can bet that I was discouraged by their lack of creativity and adventurousness, and have not seen them perform since that time. I understand practicing your set with the band several times but when it comes time to perform add a new song or two. Add a cover if you don’t have enough original material.  Jam out and make the same song sound different. I can listen to an album on repeat if I want but don’t make people listen to the same thing again and again. If you are touring than maybe your audience will not notice that it was the same setlist but your band members will. Keep everybody guessing and add some flavor to the mix. You will improve faster musically when you are playing new songs, so go grow! A growth mindset will take you from where you are to where you want to be.  How do you think your idols improved?  Do you think they played the same song endlessly?  No, they pushed themselves to learn new songs.  They played the same songs in new ways.  In short, they challenged themselves to play new music, so you should too!

 

Did we miss something?  If so, leave your comments below and mention what else should be included in this MVP blog post.

 

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Immerse Yourself – Arise Festival – Loveland, CO

June 15, 2013 By Sober_Raver Leave a Comment

ARISE FESTIVAL 2013

“The music is like the fire …. and we all gather around it to warm our souls”

~ Paul Bassis, Producer of ARISE ~

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A new festival has emerged onto the Colorado scene this summer. Backdropped by the serene beauty of the Rocky Mountains, Arise Festival has set its sights on being the very essence of a festival –  co-creation, music, art, yoga, and community. Sunrise Ranch, an hour north of Denver, will provide the magical space for festival goers to explore and re-connect with nature and one another. The atmosphere is looking to come together seamlessly, complete with Hemp Village, Kids Village, Organic Food and Beverage Village, and hey, my fellow beer lovers, a Craft Beer and Wine Village!

The festival will also feature a selection of independent films including – Bidder 70, Chasing Water, Arise, and The Bloom. If that doesn’t expand your mind enough – check out the healing space, Temple of the Heart, on site. It will encompass activities like yoga, kirtan, meditation, and a healers tent to completely rejuvinate you- mind, body, and soul.

THE BASICS

WHAT TO BRING: face paint, headlamp, re-fillable water bottle, warm clothes for the CO nights

Festival Info

Complete Lineup 

Camping & Lodging

Aside from the perks… the music lineup is stacking up quite nicely to create an incredibly diverse world sound to fill up those Colorado mountains.

So who is playing you ask?

Freio Favorites:

arise

We are very excited to be apart of this melding of art and community. Not convinced yet? Check out the music below…

But just you wait… the complete lineup so far includes:

poster arise

 

STAY TUNED FOR THE ARISE FESTIVAL CONTEST

FOR 2 FREE TICKETS!!

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Dennis ‘Dammor’ Morrien

September 3, 2012 By Michael Leave a Comment

Dennis Morrien = Dammor

Freio Music is proud to present an artist from Europe today Dennis ‘Dammor’ Morrien. Dammor is from Amsterdam, Netherlands staying fresh on new sounds and forever exploring into the depths of music. He can produce reggae/ dub like a rasta, space jams, drum & bass, and just about everything in-between. “Positive Vibes___Harmonic State of Mind & Soul” – reads Dammor’s sound cloud profile.

This track was published only 3 Days ago! This artist, when inspired can spit out meaningful songs like clockwork. Listen to this song, a Tribute to Yanomami Indians by Dennis ‘Dammor’ Morrien

U heard it first HEAR @freioMusic

Tribute to Yanomami Indians

Listen how free flowing these tracks are! I particularly enjoy Baby Inna Dub/ v2. I like the baby laugh sigh echo… makes me giggle, have a listen!

Be sure to show your support by following Dammor on soundcloud
More Info & Links:
http://soundcloud.com/dammor

To learn more about Dennis’ inspiration behind this song, check out this link, also posted by Dammor in the comments of his song on soundcloud.
http://soundcloud.com/dammor/tribute-to-yanomami-indians

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Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture

April 29, 2012 By Michael 2 Comments

♠ Tribal Spectrum’s much anticipated new album is finally here! ♠

With a flavor from all corners of the globe, their album truly represents the meeting, merging, and colorful blending of all cultures.  A must-listen-to breakout artist from the Freio Music Community!    If you are in the North West (in USA) don’t pass on an opportunity to watch Tribal Spectrum Play a Live show!

The entire album can be downloaded for free at:  Music.Tribalspectrum.com      (to download a song right here on freiomusic.com, Right click & save the file or link)

 

Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture – 01 Mystic Nepal

Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture – 02 Burhan Gypsy

Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture – 03 Drunken Sailor

Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture – 04 Can’t Keep A Good Man Down

Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture – 05 Hardco’ Gangsta $hit

Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture – 06 Lost Soul

Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture – 07 Unconditional Love (Marv Ellis Remix)

Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture – 08 Ambient Temple

Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture – 09 Soon It Will Be Cold Enough My Friend (Emancipator Remix)

Tribal Spectrum – Omni Culture – 10 Chaahat (Silsila Ye Chaahat Ka Remix)

 

*To download the album check out music.tribalspectrum.com

 

 

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Amine Allali 16 year-old House DJ from Australia

October 21, 2011 By Michael Leave a Comment

Amine Allali from Canberra, Australia

This song is fresh off the turn tables, under 24hours young:  Check it out!

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Technical Housing =Proper= by Amine Allali

Amine Allali is a rising DJ from Australia.  Originally from Casablanca, Morocco, Allali is only 16 years old and already has a good ear for blending tracks.  The next step is to create some original compositions and release them in high-quality format for others to remix.  Amine classifies his music as: Electro / House / Trance.   His description of his music is accurate, and his ear for rhythm is strong to say the least.  Listen to this percussion here in (starting 30 seconds into) the intro~ (c

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Bhel Bhel (Original Mix) by Amine Allali

Allali’s style displays a breadth of house music knowledge.

 In his own words he “Loves Fresh House Music”.
His attention to dynamics and high-pass drops followed by heavy bass on the downbeat are noticeable. Allali’s tracks have gradual, continuos and creative developments throughout the duration of the song.  With nice repetitive drum and bass loops, this DJ knows the niche! Did we mention Amine Allali is only 16 years old! He started his musical carrer on the guitar at age 8.

“I love some good sounding beats around 128 bpm, with some quality classical instruments such as piano with some electronic sounds coming here and there, topped off with the combination of a large trashy electro baseline on the drop with a slight moderate amount of some clean vocals, male or female – no auto tune ;)” – Amine Allali

Here is a link to another track that was released 3 Days ago!

More Info about Amine Allali:

SoundCloud: http://soundcloud.com/amine-allali
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/allali2
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Amine-Allali/151627701585000?ref=ts
http://www.mydjspace.com/Amine-Allali/
Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/footywar123?feature=mhee
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/amineallali
Twitter: @AlCoucous

**A contributing member of “freioMusic Underground“**

FreioMusic Underground is a group of aspiring musicians who are on the Social Music Network, SoundCloud

Bridge Boarders With Music – Share!

Filed Under: Australia, Canberra, Dubstep, EARTH, Electronic, Genre, Glitch, House, Laptop, Morocco, New Music, Remix, Trance Tagged With: Australia, Canberra, dance, Electronic Music, FreeMusic, FreioMusic, New Music, Rising Artist, Rising Star, Young, YoungMusician

Young Hamm Remix Champion

September 29, 2011 By Michael Leave a Comment

How to be a Hip Hop Hit! 

Gucci Gucci ft Yung Hamm-Mr RaW-Still RaW

Young Hamm = Hip-HoP Hit from the West!

Young Hamm, with some help from Mr. RaW, laid it down smooth with some weezy inspired vocals, sick verses, slick choruses and a swag to match. Their approach, leave the instrumental as is, and follow the structure of the original song. Every chorus is slightly different, which shows an attention to detail, and development throughout the song. The lyrics are energized, driven, and of course creative.

“Lyrically a new drug like crack and Novocain.  When I drop you know I came a meateater,  but steezer, a beat eater.  I merk the track, I guess for me its easier” -Mr. RaW.   “Crush’n on Kreayshawn!” -Young Hamm

From a mixing/mastering standpoint, the vocals were nicely placed in the front of the mix with a subtle but helpful reverb + echo. How to be a Hip Hop Hit!  To all the musically inspired youth readers out there, take note~  Listen to Young Hamm’s new album.  My favorite track:  #8 Feel Me

Discover A Rising Artist! Listen to Young Hamm’s new album: Rope-A-Dope

Rope-A-Dope – A term popularized by Muhammad Ali who would let the opponent think they’ve won, and then unexpectedly lash out for the win. Rope-A-Dope.

U heard it first HEAR @freioMusic

Rope-A-Dope by HAMMER AND CHAMPION

Download the Rope-A-Dope album and visit the website for more on Young Hamm & Champion

Young Hamm, a twenty-one year-old with a hold on his dreams and his eyes on the Billboard charts. Colorado, not known for rap, will be happy to have Young Hamm on the frontline. The Rope-A-Dope album has left CO fans wanting more. Hammer’s ever evolving stash of lyrical goodness doesn’t just sound good to the ears, but gets a message across, forcing listeners to think deeper. Young Hamm speaks for his generation and knows what people want to hear, REAL music. Rap with a purpose.

Collaborations include:
Champion, Mr.RaW, The Offense, K.O., & Rawdy

More Info + Links: 

Check out the Facebook Fan Page
Website
Facebook
Twitter:  Follow @GoingHamm
SoundcloudContact Hammer at young.hammer@gmail.com

Young Hamm, previously on Freio Music: 1,   2,   3,   4

A Special thanks to Will S, for helping organize, promote, and successfully launch this remix contest! Thanks buddy~

Share and Support the Artists you Love! Bridge Boarders with Music!~

Filed Under: Colorado, Denver, EARTH, Hip Hop, New Music, North America, Rap, Remix, Remix Contest, USA, Vocals Tagged With: Colorado, Denver, freio, FreioMusic, Hammer, Hip-Hop Hit, HipHop, MC, Music, New Music, New-Rap, Rap, Rapper, Remix, Rising Artist, USA, Vocals, Winner, Young Hamm

FreioMusic’s 1st Remix Contest!

September 23, 2011 By Michael 2 Comments

Cast your vote!!

voting ends Monday…

Poll Closed… Thanks for voting!

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Meet the Remix Artists:

4ESH!  USA- Miami, Florida
Gucci Gucci (4ESH!’s Dubstep FreioRemix)

Names: Alejandro Diaz, Javier Lopez

Style and Influences: 

“4ESH! started when myself (Alejandro Diaz “DT0X”) and my long time high school friend (Javier Lopez “Avilo”) decided to collab and create music. I started when I was 17 and now we are 23 and 25. We love creating all genres of electronic music but prefer electro house. We have too many influences both in our genre and outside said genre to name. We have a nice following here in Miami but want to expand our horizon.”

Links: 4ESH On Facebook

On Freio:  Click here

Young Hamm:  USA- Denver, Colorado
Gucci Gucci ft Yung Hamm-Mr RaW-Still RaW

Name: Kenneth Henderson

Collaboration with:  Mr.RaW

Style and Influences: 

“I started writing music at the age of 13 and recorded my first song on my 14th birthday. I remember that day like it was just yesterday, I rapped over Nas, Lil Wayne, and Cassidy instrumentals. Since a young age i had always loved music and had that feeling that not only could i create music, but i could be good if not great at it. If i had to make a Top 5 MC list it would be 2pac,Nas,Andre 3000,Lauryn Hill and Common, No specific order. These are the MC’s who inspired me the most, but i studied so many more if not everyone before me. I love what the young/new up and coming artist are doing for the game (J.Cole, Kendrick Lamar, K.R.I.T.,Curren$y, Wale) and i think that its up to US to bring it back to what people grew to love. With my music i try to be unique and not just chase after the next hit song. I push hard to make music that I want to make first, then make sure it is something real and easy to relate to. I love to make people think and broaden their imagination while listening to my music, rather it be just a lyric that might go over your head or a whole song concept that makes you want to dig deeper. My main goals with my music are just to be heard and make a person feel emotions while listening,even angry. If i know i can make a person upset and piss them off with my music, then i know its possible to make them smile, then laugh, cry then ultimately go out and search for their biological parents or something. The last but first thing that i do it for is my city, DENVER. There is so much unheard talent out here it kills me to listen to ‘local’ artist. I have always said i dont care if im the first through the door, the last, or the most famous. I will be satisfied knowing that i played a role in opening the door for this ‘Denver Renaissance Movement’. I know everyone cant be the star, If im not a Martin Luther King, what’s wrong with being W.E.B. DuBois?

Want to hear more from me, Check out www.hammerandchampion.com or follow me on twitter.com @goinghamm
Dare2Be; different, great, crazy….you name it.
Peace”

Links:
www.hammerandchampion.com
www.twitter.com/goinghamm
soundcloud.com/hammer-and-champion

Previously On FreioMusic: 1,  2,   3

Clodewerks:  USA- Portland, Oregon
Gucci Gucci (Clodewerks Meowmix)

Name: Kyle Linneman

Style and Influences: 

“I’ve been producing music for about six years, four of which were while studying Music Technology at the University of Oregon. I grew up listening to groups like the Chemical Brothers, Basement Jaxx, Fatboy Slim, and Mr. Oizo, but since school I have found a deep appreciation for people like Stockhausen, Cage, and Applebaum. I mix in all of that together with my trumpet, and that makes Clodewerks.”

Links:   www.clodewerks.com

First time on FreioMusic!

PeAnuT:  USA- Los Angeles, California
Gucci Gucci (peanut)

Name: Pat Jackman

Style and Influences: 

“Pretty Lights, Bassnectar, and Sound Tribe. Started music a year and a half ago, trying to weave mo town/soul to original electronic beats with also every genre having some influence and voice in each song.”

Links:  soundcloud.com/peanut-3

Previously featured on FreioMusic:  1, 2, 3

Cloud Crowd:  USA- Colorado Springs, Colorado
Crowd Cloud – One big room

Name:  Jemar Mitchell

Style and Influences: 

“We are a music group consisting of 3 artists and 3 producers/mixing and mastering engineers. we all started together when we were about 14 years old.”

Links:  soundcloud.com/cloud-crowd

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StefM

September 12, 2011 By Michael 3 Comments

Stephan Meulen from the United Kingdom

Stefan Meulen has been in the music industry for years floating around genres and bands. Today Stefan is into the dub-electro scene with hints of house, and dance.   “My move into dub and breaks came after a long time performing with bands in different genres when I decided to write some solo material. I have been dj-ing dub for years now and have always loved the dub and ska sounds which have had such an influence in the british music scene since my childhood in the 70’s and 80’s so it seemed a natural progression to start producing dub myself”.

StefM (as he goes by on on Soundcloud) makes his music in his  “home studio near the sea in Yorkshire. Mainly my music is
created on my PC and laptop using software but I try to fit some of my instruments in where I can, especially the more unusual ones such as the Dan Moi and Didgeridoo”.  Stefan’s ability to play acoustic instruments sets him apart from many DJ’s who only ‘play the computer’.  I asked stephan what age he started playing music at… “I am currently 37 but I performed my first gig as a rhythm guitarist in a heavy metal band at the age of 16 and I have drifted in and out of the music scene ever since.  I have been in a folk/punk band, played guitar and sung at acoustic nights and open mic slots, performed as a didgeridoo player and Dj’d Dub and Psy Trance at raves and free-parties”.

Without doubt, StefM has the sound that will move crowds.  I would like to get to see him play here in the USA someday soon.

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Syzthaime – Nature (StefM remix) by StefM

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More Info:

E-Mail: stefm@stefm.co.uk

Personal Website: www.stefm.co.uk

Twitter: @stefanmeulen

SoundCloud: http://soundcloud.com/stefm

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L&M Project

August 15, 2011 By Scott Leave a Comment

L&M Project from Zurich, Switzerland

L&M Project is a duo production power-house coming from Zurich, Switzerland. These young guys (17 and 18 years old) are killing it! Their club smashing Electro/ Hard Electro/ Electro House music pulses through your body and makes you move. L&M Project is making moves, dropping that 808, and heading to the top. I for one am stoked to see what these guys have coming next! Great work guys, keep it up!

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