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Comment on Interview with Gail Zappa: Copyright, Creativity, Covers, and More by Brian

Brian — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:22:44 +0000

Totally rejecting Andre’s idea that Gail is “rambling” (apparently detailed, on-topic discussion is beyond his grasp), this was a very interesting read.

Good for Gail – who knew Frank better than anyone else in the world – and her efforts.

Comment on How to Get Your Music in TV and Film by Carson

Carson — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:49:07 +0000

You’re absolutely correct on the CD front. And there’s actually a whole other way to license your music by focusing on the commercial and TV segment industry. And a large part of that industry doesn’t even use music supervisors.

Comment on Case Study: Tigers that Talked by Jeremy Gilbert

Jeremy Gilbert — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 06:40:16 +0000

I think there’s no debate that a part of the future of music is going to include an access (as opposed to ownership) approach to listening to music. On a large scale, music consumers have always chosen convenience over almost…

Comment on Interview with Gail Zappa: Copyright, Creativity, Covers, and More by Mike

Mike — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:07:10 +0000

I used to “get” protecting the legacy of Frank, but other than ZPZ shows, the history of Frank is getting as old as the tape in that vault.

I dont live in her shoes, but if they dont take Gail out of the licensing decision making process, the memory will die…

Comment on Case Study: Tigers that Talked by Wolfe Belkin

Wolfe Belkin — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 20:45:15 +0000

Mike,

It’s Wolfe- from Music Marketing (Winter 2011). Thanks so much for this feature. This is an excellent marketing plan case study.

I like the idea of the hidden press page, trading audio for emails, as well as the ‘pay what you want’ approach on the EP release.

Thanks for sharing!

Wolfe

A. Wolfe Belkin
Berklee Music Alum
wolfe.belkin@gmail.com
alexander.belkin@mail.mcgill.ca

Comment on Case Study: Tigers that Talked by Mark

Mark — Fri, 20 May 2011 15:09:16 +0000

Mike, Amazing feature. I am loving finding out all the ways TopSpin is helping artists make a living off music.
Did you see this article? http://musformation.com/2011/04/the-all-in-one-band-websiteblogmerch-and-record-store.html

Discusses similar things. Such exciting times!

Comment on Direct to Fan Model Working for Metric by Wes R

Wes R — Wed, 04 May 2011 19:01:33 +0000

But Kevin – how realistic is that for most bands? How many bands can easily acquire $50K for recording costs? Probably not many, right? So it’s not really a “repeatable” model, in that respect…right? Or am I missing something?

Comment on Case Study: Topspin Student Matt Stine on Connecting With Fans And Giving Them Good Reasons To Buy by dialashop

dialashop — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:55:16 +0000

I like the idea CC Radio. Theoretically it would create alot of interest, but it would be alot of hardwork to do every month. It seems musicians are now spending more time promoting than making music.

On the otherhand if you build a following slowly, it is worth creating as mentioned above a “VIP” fan club, to add value to all of our direct-to-fan offerings. Even if you have 100 dedicated fans I think they will buy something, but to build up a following music needs to be given away for free.

Comment on Music Marketing Presentation @ MIDEM by Guilherme Viotti

Guilherme Viotti — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 08:05:46 +0000

.. in French? I wish I saw that!

Great vídeo! just posted on my blog! http://www.matanay.com

PS: from Miles to Black Flag… I’m still thinking on how you linked up those two!

Comment on Interview with Gail Zappa: Copyright, Creativity, Covers, and More by Dana

Dana — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 10:39:31 +0000

Frank Zappa stood up for creative rights…never for a second backing down from what he believed in. He is an innovater and a trailblazer….totally and completely admirable. Gail is should be applauded for protecting all what they stood for and for carrying on the legacy. She’s a true, independent, spirit..