Unsigned Band Resources

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• Arts: Music: Sound Files: MP3: Downloads: Indies  (36)
• Arts: Music: Sound Files: RealAudio: Independent Artist  (7)
• Arts: Radio: Internet: Music  (36)

About.com: Music Careers :

- Lengthy article about contracts, agents and managers, and finding musicians for bands.
Bandit A&R Newsletter :

- Monthly newsletter featuring companies looking for talent.
BandRadio :

- A musician's resource site for all that is the music business. Includes a searchable directory.
The Bards Crier :

- Weekly guerrilla music marketing e-zine designed to help musicians succeed. Includes lessons, articles and book reviews.
Canadian Music Artists :

- Created to promote Canadian music artists for free, including musician resources such as production tutorials, articles on song writing, and royalty free samples.
Christian Audio & Video Auditions :

- A place where Christian artists can post their songs on-line.
Comparison of Music Hosting Services (OMDs) :

- A comparison of online music distributors for artists wishing to share or sell their music online.
EvO:R :

- Helps promote the music of its members. Bands information, reviews, and application information.
Funender :

- Provides MP3 music hosting and directory.
GarageBand.com :

- Services include MP3 hosting, gig promotion, contest submission, and access to music industry insiders.
GigLeader.com :

- Provides a facility to search for bands in local area. United States only.
GoListenLive.net: Articles :

- Self-help articles explain marketing music on a small budget.
Grass Roots Entertainment :

- Providing reviews and resources for local and independent musicians.
HardRoad.com :

- Music and lifestyle web site targeted primarily at college age music lovers. They provide users with a vicarious road trip experience and introduce local and regional music to the web audience.
Hollywood Music :

- See and hear music from unsigned and independent artists.
Indie Link Exchange, The :

- Includes a list of music people who wish to exchange links with other music related sites.
Indie Music :

- Many free resources for musicians including contacts, reviews, and venues.
Indie News Network :

- Webzine and newsletter that gives you information on what is happening in the world of independent music.
Indie Radio :

- Live broadcasts of music from independent artists. Submissions accepted.
IndieGroup :

- Free websites and email accounts for independent musicians and those involved in the music industry. Also provides links to other online resources.
Jamwave :

- Independent artists community offering websites and weblog creation to upload music, films or videos. Requires registration.
Jeff Mallett's Songwriter Site :

- A collection of advice and articles for songwriters.
The Music Biz Academy :

- A musician's guide to promoting, selling and doing music business on the Internet, with promotion tips and links to other online resources.
The Music Broker Network :

- Provides free access to a panel of experts who will answer any questions about record companies, publishing and other topics of interest.
Music Copyright Information :

- Music copyright information and advice for song writers and composers.
Pass the Mic :

- Web showcase for Rock bands, articles, news, and classifieds.
Ready Fire Aim :

- Artists and repertoire directory, print magazine listings, tip sheets, and articles.
SongCritic.com :

- Fans can download and listen to your song (driving traffic to your site) and then post reviews of your tune.
StarPolish :

- Offers articles from industry experts on promotion and contracts as well as profiles of indie bands and artists, and industry news.
The Unsigned Guide :

- Music directory for unsigned bands and artists in North West England. Contains information on getting a record deal, where to practice, and get CD's copied.
Yahoo! Groups: BSharpNews :

- Monthly music industry newsletter published by Kenny Love, focused toward independent musicians.