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Although we should be seeing great new male artists popping up here and there, and boyband fans will always remain boyband fans, from where I’m looking, female music artists are destined for both topping charts and pushing the boundaries of pop music this year!
Take a look at the scene for female music artists right now – the likes of Taylor swift, Rihanna, and Lady Gaga, all solo females, completely eclipsing any group or male act, and delivering some of the edgiest and punchiest new pop music around.
But who to watch for hot new songs?
A queue of other talented female pop music artists are ready to take the stage in 2010 – you will have heard vibrant and fun tracks from Ke$ha, whilst the well known first ladies of pop are dominating peoples playlists once again.
Can anyone honestly tell me they didn’t like Beyonce’s completely new image, and the way feisty alter-ego Sasha Fierce really came through in her music?
Madonna has once again taken the pop world by storm, increasing the attention on female pop music artists by pairing forces with the infamous Britney – who is said to be releasing some new material this March!
So – you’ve been watching and listening to the proof for a little while now – female pop music artists are the ones to keep your eye on if you want to be the first to hear brand new pop music.
But if you’re a real pop lover, and want to support the ladies in climbing up the music charts, why not go a little bit further to make sure you’re the first person in the know about who the next female music artists at the top will be before they even get there – use what is infront of you, the internet!
How do I get my hands on their albums first?
A simple Google search for new female pop music artists, or a browse around Myspace is all that’s required for you to discover, listen to – and even contact – exciting new up and coming talent in the pop industry.
This is a great way to do it, and my personal favourite – purely because when your friends are listening to their songs on the radio, you will have already had a few personal chats with the new favourite female. Trust me, it’s a good feeling!
There’s one tricky side to this – because there is such a vast amount to look through, and so many tracks to listen to, it can be quite hard to stumble on some real, quality stuff from new female music artists you instantly fall in love with without spending quite a bit of time trawling through the rest. But once you know where you should be clicking, it’s worth it.
The great thing is, a lot of newer less well known new female artists are more than happy to share their songs with you and even talk to you direct about the latest goings on, gigs, and release dates.
Plus, you can more often than not get your hands on some free prerelease material in the form of a track sent in an email, or downloadable through most new female music artists’ personal sites!
That’s right, they personally give you exclusive prerelease material just for being nice.
Creating a press release can be one of the best ways for an indie artist, or band, to gain some instant media exposure for themselves. And you know, as well as I, that exposure is the name of the game these days. Even though the world-wide web has opened up many new possibilites for the independent artist, the competition can be fearsome. So, if you have any news item worthy of print (i.e. a new CD for sale, or a concert coming up, etc.) then a press release might be just the ticket to give you an edge. It will provide the publicity necessary for people to know who you are, so that your music will get heard.
In order to make the best first impression on your readers, your press release should be well written, informative, and to the point. Be careful not to lose your reader’s attention by adding too many unneccesary details. Stick to the facts by explaining who you are and what you have to offer.
I generally prefer to write in a third person narrative when I have to create my own press release (see an example). By asking myself the questions a reporter might ask me, I am able to think more freely and objectively.
Sample questions to ask and answer:
[Reporter] – Who are you- what is the name of your band?
[Band] – We have decided to call our band “Tangerine Sunshine”.
[R] – What kind of music do you play?
[B] – It’s somewhat eclectic and hard to define; kind of a mixture between alternative and rap.
[R] – I’ve heard that you have just finished recording a new CD. When will it be availabe to the public?
[B] – Yeah, it’s called “Mixed Emotions” and we’re really happy with the way it turned out. It will be available next week.
[R] – Where can a person get a copy of the CD?
[B] – It will be offered on our website (url) and through various other retail outlets (identify them).
[R] Great! How many tracks are on your album?
[B] Twelve.
[R] – Why did you pick “Tangerine Sunshine” for a name?
[B] – We like the colorful and positive image that it represents.
Of course, all the names mentioned above are fictitious and the illustration is only meant to show how you might organize the information you want to put in your press release. It can be modified any number of ways to suit your own particular needs. Once your make-believe reporter has gathered up all the facts, you’re ready to write.
Here is a simple outline for you to use:
THE HEADLINE
One of the most important things is to begin your press release with a catchy headline. You want to make sure that it will grab the attention of your reader right from the start.
FIRST PARAGRAPH
Get the information about who you are (the name of your band, etc.) and what you have to offer within the very first paragraph. Keeping the who, what, when, where, why and how questions before you as you write will help to stimulate the creative process.
SECOND PARAGRAPH
In the second paragragh of your press release you can go into a little more detail. Perhaps you’ll want to describe the style of your music, or tell something more about your upcoming event. If so, this is the place to do it.
THIRD PARAGRAGH
In this third and final paragragh you can briefly tell something about the other people who were involved with your project or event. Whatever you haven’t covered in your press release yet, but feel is important, you can add here. Be sure to include any contact information you have, especially a website or email address.
When your press release is ready, after you’ve spell-checked it for typos and grammar, go ahead and post it on your website and/or in your blog. Then send it to as many free PR sites as you can find.
Mi2n.com is a good one for musicians and indie artists to start with.
You should also send your press release, along with a cover letter, to all the local newspapers in your area. Put “Attention: Editor” above the address on the envelope and if possible include a photo.
Don’t forget to send an email to all your friends, relatives, and neighbors as well. This is your time to shine, so reach for the stars!
Everyone knows that the most flattering, stylish outfit can be absolutely ruined by bad footwear. A pencil skirt with a layered T and light sweater may look incredible from the knee up, but if you are wearing a clunky, ugly platform shoe, you may as run for cover when the fashionistas come your way!
No one type of shoe is right or wrong. Rather, it is a question of matching your shoes to your style. If you are showing off a slinky black dress, go for the high heel in leather or suede. If you are ready to head to the gymnasium, then you will be fine in cheap trainers. Pay attention to color but don’t get caught in the old trap of colour matching; it simply is not true that the shoe has to be the same colour as your bag or either of them have to be the same colour as your dress. The modern look is far more “mix and match” than “match identically” so feel free to experiment. Your favourite shoe may end up being fire-engine red paired with a yellow frock.
The other trap to avoid is the idea that “stylish” and “healthy” cannot co-exist. You can have shoes that look great and do not torture your feet. Look for excellent fit, good construction, and quality materials. Some women never wear heels for this very reason, so do not betray your own sense of either comfort or style when it comes to fine footwear.
Feet come first when it comes to style!