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Blood Red Nails currently operates as a Solo Act and resonates audience heart strings with the passion infused vocals of Tiffany. Take a look (and Listen) at her new MySpace website page at the following link:

http://www.myspace.com/bloodrednails

Enjoy!

My family and I are currently at a Club Med in Mexico. This means two things to you right now. First, I am gathering some great direct contact information for all of you to benefit from so you can get gigs and any Club Med in the world if you would like. Club Med offers incredible all-inclusive resort style pleasure and you could stay at them (all food and lodging for free). A band I just met has been enjoying the sun sand and surf for the last Four Months and doesn’t plan on stopping this gig for a little while longer. Second, my new Article Blog posts will be delayed a little bit in between each one for a little bit. However, I will be continuing to share good useful information at every new Article.

During this time, it gives you a chance to read through some of the archived articles that are on HowToBand.com. All of them have something to help you get further ahead with your Band’s success. You can search through them with the search field inside the HowToBand.com Article Blog pages simply using a term or phrase you are looking for articles about.

Also… if you have some useful information that you would like to post on the HowToBand.com Article Blog that you think others can benefit from, please do. I believe everyone has some insights that we can learn and grow with. You can quickly and easily sign up as a BLOG Member and than post articles for others. Also, if you have a press release to share about your Band, you can post that in the Linkblog section.

I’ll be posting new info for you again soon.
Thanks for reading.

Heat Advisory Records

Next Rap Superstar: Perelli "Private Stock"

Kansas City, MO--If Bryan Brooks aka Perelli, can do the same thing in the music business as he did in the car business he would rank among 2-pac, Notorious Big, Jay-z, and 50 cent.

Selling over 600 used vehicles since 2005, Bryan Brooks aka Perelli is one of the top car salesman in the country. So why not stick to his day job. His music and lyrics are better than his sales pitch. Quietly, Perelli has moved over 30,000 downloads and cds underground. His last release "Spiritual Warfare" has been downloaded more oversees than in the US. So for his first major commercial release Perelli has teamed up with the best production Kansas City has to offer. Mizery Entertainment’s own Don Juan, whose catalog has over 50 artist and over 2,000,000 cd sells. (Check Soundscan) Don Juan's biggest artist to date is Tech N9ne. "Private Stock", released on MySpace on 1-24-2007 (myspace.com/perelli2) features a one of a kind concept. An all original 10-1 countdown, hosted by Kansas City's Hottest DJ, DJ FRESH. This CD is unlike any HIP HOP cd on the market. There is no profanity. One could mistake "Private Stock" as a radio show. Perelli is new to the HIP HOP scene but with a sound unlike anyone else in the game, Perelli will be here for a long time.

The debut album "Private Stock" is currently being shopped to record labels, management companies, and publishers. Perelli's music can be heard at:

http://www.myspace.com/perelli2

Tour dates will be announced on their myspace profile soon so be sure to check back. The album is a unique blend of Rap, Funk, Club, and Hip-Hop music. The super laid back flow move's effortlessly, with complete fluidity between Don Juan production and DJ Fresh's ability to rock the crowd, creates a highly distinctive sound that is unmistakably their own. Tired of hearing about sex, money, and drugs? Want a Hip Hop cd you can listen to with your kids in the car? This cd was made for you.

Perelli was a huge impact during Sha Money XL's Producers Conference, signing 3 new artists to his Heat Advisory Records camp.

http://www.heatadvisoryrecords.com

While searching around online, I came across some new services that I thought you might be interested in. They are tools and training that are available instantly. I included easy links so you can look at more information as to what this mini-catalogue lists.

Mini Catalogue:

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Jim Lee. How To Play Slap Bass Guitar Like a Pro.

Play Slap Bass Guitar Like A Pro. FunkyChops 101 Slap Bass Riffs, Vol. 1 By Jim Lee. Instant Download Video. No Theory Music Instruction. -- CLICK HERE.

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Drum Basics. Tips and Tricks. Includes Free Metronome!

Drum Basics. Music Lessons Every Drummer Should Know - Tips & Tricks To Take Your Drumming To The Next Level - Includes Free Metronome! -- CLICK HERE

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QuickBeat. Jam With A Drummer Now!

Jam With A Drummer Now! For Guitar & All. QuickBeat Instant Download. Jam With A Drummer And You'll Be A Better Musician. Fun Music Lesson In Groove. -- CLICK HERE.

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Bandit A&R Newsletter. For Bands looking for Music Deals.

Bandit A&R Newsletter. Newsletter For Bands/singers Looking For Music Deals. If you're a talented band, singer, songwriter or producer, let Bandit help you find A&R people that are ready to sign your music. -- CLICK HERE.

On BandChemistry.com, a Partner of HowToBand.com, Scot Alexander writes:

Ok, where to start... I played bass in the platinum selling rock band Dishwalla for the last 12 years. Achieved ASCAP "Rock Track Of The Year" for two consecquetive years and a Billboard award for "Rock Song Of The Year" in 96'. I co-wrote all songs and contributed a few of my own over my time with the band including the top 10 rock track "Once In A While".

Toured for 12 years throughout the world, and have opened up for artists such as, Cheryl Crow, Goo Goo Dolls, Better Than Ezra, Cheap Trick, Blind Melon, and many others.

I have also done sessions for Amy Grant as well as many indie level artists over the years. Was featured in the British magazine "Future Music" in 2001 for my trance side project Invisible Monster.

Have built pro studios from the ground up, and recorded many bands along the way. Extensive knowledge of pro audio and software (Logic endorcee). Have worked in development of tube condencer mics, limiters, and preamps.
Basically OVER QUALIFIED!
Haha!
I'm a very professional, easy going, humble individual (typical bassist) and ready to work my ass off at whatever comes my way.

I'm 34, look the part, have top end gear and several vintage instruments.
Basically READY TO ROCK!

Looking for session work mostly. Bass or production/engineering/programming.
I'm open to anything though if the right band came along.
Drop me a message.

So, if you are interested in contacting Scot, or looking for other new musicians to work with, go to http://www.bandchemistry.com

You can go directly to Scot’s profile by visiting:

http://www.bandchemistry.com/?q=user/scotalexander

The John Lennon Songwriting Contest is an international songwriting contest that began in 1997 and is open to amateur and professional songwriters who submit entries in any one of 12 categories. The JLSC is open year-round and features two Sessions. Entries will be judged on originality, melody, composition, and lyrics. Submission categories: Rock, Country, Jazz, Pop, World, Rhythm & Blues, Hip Hop, Gospel/Inspirational, Latin, Electronic, Folk, and Children's. Instrumental compositions are encouraged. Submission deadline: June 15.

http://www.jlsc.com/

Approximately 150 bands and solo artists will participate in shows in venues on 6th Street in Austin, Texas. RedGorilla showcases will take place from Wednesday, March 14, to Saturday, March 17, in clubs on 6th Street, right in the heart of all the action. The event continues to be a "No Badge Required" event. It is free to attend and is open to the general public. RedGorilla Music Fest is not affiliated in any way with SXSW or South By Southwest, Inc. For more information, go to the website or call the RedGorilla office at 615-251-4920.

http://www.redgorillamusic.com

Do you have a great demo? Do you write fantastic songs? Or does your stage act excite the audience when you play? Do you want to know who can sign you?

The Band it A&R Newsletter is designed to help you answer those questions and give you monthly updates on International Labels, Managers, and Publishers ready to sign new music. Find out who is ready to sign you.

You can download a free copy of the current issue now.

Click here!

Have you ever been faced with the task of having to find a new way to promote your band’s music and then realized that you didn't know what to do or where to go?

Indie-Music.com’s service promises to solve that problem for you by giving you an actual process of creating killer promotion.

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If you're in a hurry, just go ahead visit this URL to get instant free access to these services:

www.Indie-Music.com
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Indie-Music.com offers Members streaming audio, CD Reviews, access to indie charts, Internet radio and articles to further you along.

As a musician, you get to add your music – one song for free! (This jumpstarts you.) Bigger promotion packages start at $10 per year.

So, if you are looking for a new way to promote your band’s music, Promote Your Music @ Indie-Music.com

Based on feedback received from HowToBand.com Readers, the website got a New Improved Helpful Makeover. This streamlined makeover focuses the information on HowToBand.com the way musicians best use it.

For your easy access, right on the front page of the website, you can now instantly see the headings of the latest articles entered into the Music Business Article BLOG. So, if you see a topic that you want to read today, then you can simply click on the Article Heading to enter into the Article BLOG to read it.

Also, to simplify your quick access to Hot New Band Opportunities, Gigs, Events and Communications, the old HowToBand.com Newsletter has been focused into the New HowToBand.com Email List. The newsletter became improved as it developed. Now, as opportunities emerge for your Band, you will be immediately contacted so you can be the first to act.

It is Free to sign up for the HowToBand.com Email List, like the Newsletter before, however now only three tiny pieces of information are needed: your email address and first and last name. Then you are ready entered into the Exclusive HowToBand.com Contact List.

Take a peek:
www.HowToBand.com

Enjoy your trip to the top.

Link: http://www.getlyrical.com/

Lyrics, Lyrics, Lyrics…

Are you looking for a song lyric? There is a new website called www.GetLyrical.com that can help you find most lyrics very quickly.
If you want a song lyric, go to the site. It’s easy.

You can search for a Lyric by name, find a Lyric by artist, find a Lyric by song, or find a Lyric by Album. This site makes it easy.

Have fun.

- Eric

TAXI, a web site focused on helping unsigned bands, artists, and songwriters to get record deals, publishing deals, and placement in films and TV shows, has a good section in their FAQ’s area called, “Making Money with Your Music”.

To see it visit: www.taxi.com/faq/makemoney/index.html

This web site page shares basic insights on how you can Earn Extra Fast Money and includes a solid list of article links at the bottom of the web site page. The list is titled: “Articles on making money with your music”, and contains over Forty articles for you to jumpstart your music strategy marketing plan with a list of money making opportunities.

As you go through your Holiday Season, why not think of the things that are special to you and the things that have been special to you through your life? What things have inspired or helped you remember happiness daily?

Are any of these things incorporated into your daily work and the message that you share with others through the efforts of your work? Can you incorporate any of them into your work now to improve your results or to build greater happiness or inspiring drive for your fans?

These things might be symbols, songs, sounds, beats, colors, movements, or something else. Can you think of any to enhance your work now?

BandChemistry.com is a one-stop musicians‚ portal. Here, musicians find each other, showcase themselves and their music, and express their views on topics interesting to them. Best of all, it's completely FREE!

The site was created when the founders found themselves a void in the area of musician matchmaking. They hope to fill this void by creating a small community with free flow of ideas and content.
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Finding like minded and committed musicians is critical to your success. Use the services offered by companies like BandChemistry.com to help you succeed easier. Technology and the Internet makes finding connections easier and quicker if you use it packaged in a way that supports your needs. Musicians looking for band members, to develop their skill, and expand their community can do it easier with BandChemistry.com.

http://www.bandchemistry.com

PunkBands.com is one of the most connected and up to date sites on the Punk Rock Music scene. If you want to keep up on the news, music, and shows in the world of Punk Rock Bands and Music - go to PunkBands.com.

The key to good business development is to know your market and know the new trends. If you are a Punk Rock Band, You need to know your market and the desires and interests of your fans. PunkBands.com is the source for Punk Rock Music.

See: http://www.punkbands.com

IndieCentric.com offers a place for musical artists to sell music. Indiecentric is an online store and community hub intended for the makers and fans of independent music. To clarify their position on Indie, they say, “By ‘independent’ we don’t mean any particular musical style. Rather, we take the word to mean: autonomous, self-motivated, uncompromised and uncompromising, unrestricted.”

IndieCentric has a offers you a website page location through them, and they have a unique and effective way of getting your band listed better in search engines. Currently they are waving their $29.95 set-up fee. To learn more, go to: http://www.indiecentric.com

Resource site to get your band signed.
http://www.getsigned.com/

Link: http://www.genesimmons.com/

Link: http://www.wakekite.com

Link: http://www.ericchristiansmith.com

Author, Business Consultant