Top 5 ways to be noticed in this competitive music industry

For an artiste to make it in this music industry, they have to sacrifice a lot. Determination is just but a tip of the iceberg when it comes to the qualities that an artiste must posses. Here are some good ways in which you can emerge on top of this game.

1. Make really good music

This one, even a fresh artiste stepping in a studio booth right now knows this. It is not surprising however to listen to the song once produced only to find that it is a total flop. It might be hard to come up with something interesting, catchy, unique and meticulously produced, but then again that’s where talent, determination and good cash spending steps in.

2. Effectively manage your finances

It is absurd how some artistes want and insist on living the rockstar lifestyle that successful artistes have already achieved, even without the bank to support it. You should always keep a keen eye on your finances. Don’t be too extravagant on celebrity status unless you can really support it. If you really have to spend a lot, do it strategically on your music, this will maintain the faith of your Record Label on you.

3. Have lots of gigs/concerts

All the way from the first grade, you have learned and know all too well that practise makes perfect. The more you perform in concerts or even small shows, the more you gain confidence and skill of a performer. This will also get your name more out there as people will now be familiar with you, your brand and sound. Something else (which is very obvious) is that you will get to mingle with fans and this will build your social status and charisma and will also familiarise you with the media who by the way, like it or not, can build or destroy you. Oh, and of course, you also have to get paid for your music, right?

4. Go extremely HARD on your social media presence

Social media in this now digital world is simply A MUST. There is no way around it (that’s if you want to make it of-course). A well strategized social media marketing plan is mandatory. This will enable you to push your music to your fans no matter the convenience. Simply, this will get as many ears on your music as possible. Most importantly…

5. Get AWESOME promotional photos.

Go all out on this. Whether you agree or not, at most times, books are actually judged by their covers. Yeah! I said it. First impression is everything so when I (a fan) come across your work only to find a rather boring and ‘dead’ photo, I surely won’t click any further. Be ready to spend some good money on an extremely good Photography Company. Trust me, it will be  completely worth every cent.