Author Archives: Vinny Ribas
‘Interviewing And Hiring An Artist Manager’ with Gregory Seneff, Esq. and Vinny Ribas
Interviewing potential band managers and hiring the right one can be one of the most important and career changing moves that you ever make. The right manager can propel your career forward. The wrong manager can take control of your career and your finances and run them both into the ground. So how do you…
60 Days, 60 Backers….Kickstarter Confessions!
The following is a very candid blog by Indie Connect member, Alayna. I have reprinted it with her permission because I believe it speaks to the heart of what we as artists really think and feel. If you are considering a fan-funding campaign with Kickstarter, IndieGoGo or any of the dozens of other similar sights,…
Why Can’t I Just Play My Music And Write My Songs?
© 2012 Vinny Ribas I meet hundreds of talented artists and songwriters every month, some of who have attained widespread success in the music industry. I am often shocked by the high percentage of them who do not really know how the music industry works. It’s one thing to have a hit song, or songs.…
Standing Out As An Artist Or Songwriter – The Journey From Good To Great!
With World-Renown Songwriters Benita Hill and Steve Leslie! Complete Video Available Now! “The seminar yesterday with Benita Hill and Steve Leslie at Indie Connect was one of the best industry events I have ever attended. I can’t believe all the great information they shared. I am already using one of the songwriting techniques they discussed. Getting to hear…
Getting Your Songs Cut – Part 2
© 2012 Vinny Ribas Here are some strategies for build the credibility and developing the relationships you need to move your songwriting career forward. Write with established writers. That gives you instant credibility. You need to earn your way there, but both NSAI and Indie Connect can help with that. So will the strategies below.…
Getting Your Song Cut – Part 1
© 2015 Vinny Ribas Every songwriter dreams of getting that ‘big cut.’ Many don’t realize what it really takes to make that happen. Getting a major cut often requires several key components: Great songs – Without this nothing happens. The songs need to be better than what is being pitched by established writers. Study the…
Rules of Engagement – Building Strong Music Industry Relationships
The smartest thing any indie artist or songwriter can do is learn how to earn the support of influential people. © 2012 Vinny Ribas With the growth of social networks has come the ability to connect with just about anyone. If you are adept at networking, either in person or online, you can contact people quite…
12 Strategies For Long Term Success As An Indie Artist
Steps every indie artist should take to lay a solid career foundation! © 2012 Vinny Ribas Never stop networking. Always seek to meet new people and develop and maintain relationships. This includes all people from all walks of life. You never know who they know or will meet. You can’t know who is going to…
Making Extra Money While You Are On The Road
© 2012 Vinny Ribas It’s no secret that it is often challenging for artists on the road to make enough money to pay all of their tour expenses and still take home a decent salary. One solution is to find or create opportunities to generate additional income at the same time, such as those listed…
Making Money As A Singer Or Musician Without Touring
© 2012 Vinny Ribas For many artists, touring is simply not an option. There are thousands of reasons for this, including other employment, not wanting to leave their families, health challenges etc. Whatever the reason, the good news is that it is still possible to make a decent income without going on the road. Here…