Regardless of whether your team won or lost the big game last night (sorry, Seattle), you've still got the top 10 most read articles on the Sonicbids blog this week! In a way, it's like a 10-player Super Bowl, except everyone wins and no one gets a concussion. Go team!
1. If You Only Have $100 to Spend on Marketing Your Music, Here's What to Do
Image via dailynewsdig.com
Think your meager marketing budget is killing your music career? Try these tips to maximize your return on even the smallest investment.
2. 10 Smart Ways to Use the Downtime Between Soundcheck and Your Set
Photo by Jonny Greenwood
Instead of getting drunk and screwing around, use the time between your soundcheck and set wisely and professionally.
3. 5 Things You Should Have Readily Available on Your Band's Website
Screencap via thegreatbookofjohn.com
Your band's site might have a kickass design, but if it doesn't have these five things, you can kiss a journalist's attention goodbye.
4. 5 Out-of-the-Box Band Merch Ideas Your Fans Will Love
The Grateful Dead made stuffed animals out of their signature bears. (Image via ebay.com)
Get creative with your band's merchandise! In addition to evergreen staples like T-shirts and stickers, try these five unique ideas.
5. 5 Valentine's Day Gifts the Musician in Your Life Will Actually Want
Image via etsy.com
If you're shopping for your music-loving sweetie this Valentine's Day, try these five melodious ideas.
6. 4 Ways to Connect With College Students and Grow Your Fanbase
Image via facebook.com
Want a built-in fanbase or dedicated street team? Connect with college students!
7. 10 Effective Ways to Deal With Your Band's Haters
Kanye is no stranger to haters. (Image via oracle.newpaltz.edu)
If someone online drank a gallon of Haterade and trolled your band's profiles, use these 10 tips to deal with it in the best possible manner.
8. Google Just Made It Way Easier for People to Find Out About Your Shows
Illustration by Ben Wiseman via billboard.com
You may be seeing an increase in audience volume at your future shows thanks to Google.
9. How to Grow Your Fanbase With Fluence
Armin van Buuren at Ultra Miami 2014. (Image via Wikimedia Commons)
Join Dave Kusek and Fluence founder Shamal Ranasinghe in a free webinar to learn how to connect with influencers and reach new fans!
10. How to Make Your Bandcamp Page as Effective as Possible
Mars and the Massacre is just one band that's found success using Bandcamp. (Image via thespecblog.com)
Bandcamp is a great and effective tool to promote and sell your music, but only if your profile is up to par.
