- I know it may seem redundant but in fact giving away your tunes for free may be the best way to draw new fans to your site where you can sell them. You can’t really expect people to outright buy your tunes if they have never even heard your music. People are also notoriously more willing to give a new genre a chance on some free tunes! Don’t post samples of songs and expect that to work
either. Giving possible fans a free tune or two may have them playing it often and getting a feel and a new respect for your music. - Correct MP3 Tags.Be sure to tag your MP3′s right. Don’t make it hard for fans to find your music deep down in their Mp3 players. Tag with your band name first, song name second. Utilize the chance to put your web address instead of your album name.
- Stop Thinking Outside the Box. Get back in the box already. Everyone knows you have a unique sound that isn’t reggae or blues or rock but a nice mix of all three. Unfortunately there is no genre named for that. Pick one and stick with it, it will allow your music to be categorized which is a great benefit to your online music presence.
- Advertise your online presence as well when doing gigs. Be sure your fliers and other info show your web address and encourage people to sign up to your social media sites to keep in touch with the band. Than keep in touch.
- Make it easy for fans to get your music. Set your site up to take credit cards, PayPal, e checks, however is the most convenient for any and all of your fans to purchase your tunes and gear!
