THE BEST WAY TO RELEASE A SINGLE IN 2019

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  • @somapoet1814
    @somapoet1814 5 років тому +63

    What a great video, I just released my first single and was worried because it didn't really get many streams or plays but I guess it's just an introduction. That party analogy is pretty on point haha

  • @ryanmeeks8896
    @ryanmeeks8896 5 років тому +265

    Great advice not just for musicians but for any creator really.

    • @raoulcastro3851
      @raoulcastro3851 5 років тому

      true

    • @SaschaRissling
      @SaschaRissling 5 років тому +5

      sadly music is not music anymore. it became "content" as well.

    • @bvgaboo3572
      @bvgaboo3572 5 років тому +2

      What's so sad about that lol I smell elitist/gatekeeper
      There's nothing to be sad about progression.

    • @carsandguitarss
      @carsandguitarss 5 років тому

      Any creator? That’s a bit of a sweeping generalisation

    • @PatchInAudio
      @PatchInAudio 5 років тому

      Jim Laslett a little ignorant; most modern productions are relatable

  • @INSIGHTCO
    @INSIGHTCO 5 років тому +226

    Content is king and context is the kingdom. I am quoting you in the future.

    • @monishcorona9933
      @monishcorona9933 5 років тому

      Picture and Film this will be my mantra for a while.

  • @therapturousnothing7546
    @therapturousnothing7546 5 років тому

    Fantastic advice, and by breaking it down in terms of beers and simple popularity in the long run, really makes an awful lot of sense. So much sense in fact, that it should be common. I released my first album in January and have barely plugged it. I released no singles, I just went straight in with what I had created and released it on all streaming services as a personal achievement. I felt as though that would be satisfying, being able to say to others “I have something and here’s where you can find it,” but I created it, and as time goes on I want more people to hear it. I have no strategy or right hooks, I just love creating music and keeping myself sane! I will take on board your advice gratefully and try to build a plan of how I can achieve more listeners! Many thanks to you, sir for the eye opener!

  • @greacen
    @greacen 5 років тому +6

    Love this- best framing of how to get the ball rolling, build awareness, and move toward a goal with my bands... Thank you Damian!

  • @keefriff
    @keefriff 3 роки тому

    Looking back, I saw this vid in 2019. I released my first solo single in March 2020, and followed that with 4 singles going into 2021. Last week I had an interview with a New Zealand radio station, to over 5 million listeners live on FM & online to 54 countries...while I was the #1 requested artist during the last couple of weeks. Thank you Damian Keyes...great advice.

  • @Divianne
    @Divianne 5 років тому +3

    The timing is so perfect, I'm planning the release of my first single in september! This video is very helpful thanks!

  • @lynelmusic513
    @lynelmusic513 4 роки тому

    I wanna cry. Thank you for this advice Damian. I will always carry this.

  • @nickneutronz
    @nickneutronz 5 років тому +13

    I appreciate your approach, the "no magic bullet" or the distinction between being a huge artist with lots of anticipation between releases and an unknown who will be a "curiosity" for new fans is so important. I really dig how you broke this down; feeling quietly determined to make my splash. Thanks a grip DK!

  • @DodaGarcia
    @DodaGarcia 5 років тому +1

    This is the channel I’ve been desperately needing. Thank you so much, on my way right now to binge on all the videos.

  • @sarahbrownworld
    @sarahbrownworld 5 років тому +3

    Solid advice as always 👌🏼 The party analogy makes so much sense, thank you for this video 🙌🏼

  • @sburfordmusic996
    @sburfordmusic996 5 років тому +1

    This was exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you! I'm at a point in my life where working on music is hard, I work part time and have two small children, I work on a few songs at a time and release up to 5 songs a year. I've also just started releasing songs properly so don't have much content to listen to. So I'm just trying to build my catalogue until the kids grow up a little more and I can dedicate more time to releasing more regularly. I've definitely been at a loss as to what a good strategy for releasing music should be, I have basically been just releasing with some information about the singles on my socials but not doing much promo, I knew my releases weren't a big right hook but didn't think that it could be something else instead. You're right, with every release I put out I can definitely get it out in front of people, network with fellow independent artists, try to just get involved in the community a bit more so that in a few years time I'm able to release singles and it be a thing people care about. It's given me a lot to think about! With that in mind, please do check out my latest single, Dark Place, on spotify: open.spotify.com/track/4Vqe7lNdrOnAqDAIGEFIEO

  • @CaziBeats
    @CaziBeats 5 років тому +4

    This is crazy how much this makes sense. Thank you so much Damian this analogy gives me so much motivation to keep driving into my art and not slack off. I appreciate your channel SO MUCH!!!!

    • @stephenicaza6860
      @stephenicaza6860 5 років тому

      DJ Cazi Beats I love that analogy it really opens my eyes lol

    • @CaziBeats
      @CaziBeats 5 років тому

      stephen icaza I know it’s wild how much a party is like releasing music

    • @DamianKeyes
      @DamianKeyes  5 років тому

      +DJ Cazi Beats thank you so much I really appreciate that 😊😊😊

  • @Stacity
    @Stacity 5 років тому

    This is a very good insight into the music business the problem is you do your courses or you teach yourself and the end of your dj/producer course they say congratulations your now a Dj or producer or both but your not going to find work because your an unknown then you say to the big guys hey what do I do and the truth is they ignore you its not personal they get asked this question a thousand times a day but also they don't want you to know either. So often new Djs they bought all the gear have all the banging tunes but can't get that break. The good news is this is normal when your first starting out its shitty but that's how it is but you will get there eventually ,

  • @ewanjphillips
    @ewanjphillips 5 років тому +27

    I've been releasing singles for the last 6 months (since april) and have seen my spotify monthly listeners rise from 0 to +100,000!

    • @DamianKeyes
      @DamianKeyes  5 років тому +1

      Yes yes and yes!!!! 😊😊😊

    • @ewanjphillips
      @ewanjphillips 5 років тому +2

      @d dog pay professional producers to help create your songs!!

    • @jiggylifestyle
      @jiggylifestyle 5 років тому

      Congratulations man keep up the great work! #Blessings

    • @jonryman
      @jonryman 5 років тому +2

      so i guess you made about ten bucks outta that!!

    • @nicholasgunawan1494
      @nicholasgunawan1494 5 років тому

      question, how many songs should you make?
      liek once a month?

  • @tunesofeleven
    @tunesofeleven 5 років тому +1

    Subscribed.
    Thank you for the wise words sir.
    Started throwing parties since a month ago only,
    Not expecting much,
    But yeah by the time I'll be throwing my 100th party I'm sure I'd be balling hard.

  • @PictureMeFree
    @PictureMeFree 5 років тому +18

    I feel very lucky that the algorithm showed me your channel today! So much gratitude for UA-cam, all the tech making it possible, and brilliant people like you for creating a win win system where we get to find such valuable insights for free! Woooo!

  • @VINEETSINGHHUKMANI
    @VINEETSINGHHUKMANI 5 років тому

    this is very good to know thank you damian. we are both 13 and coming out with a single soon. we would love to share it with you

  • @theblackmarketbrigade1702
    @theblackmarketbrigade1702 5 років тому +16

    The metaphorical beer really helps visualize how this helps haha.

  • @JoeHermesMusic
    @JoeHermesMusic 5 років тому

    Thank you Damien! I have been watching your videos all spring and I just released my first music video. I had 0 subscribers a week ago...now 45 and over 200 views in the first 90mins... all because I have been watching your vids! Many many thanks!!!!

  • @jocquezs.turner6508
    @jocquezs.turner6508 5 років тому +43

    So it’s like college all over again! Haha. Great analogy Damo 🍻. I’m getting the hang of this thing 🎯, keep feeding us! I put every independent artist I know onto your channel 🤟🏾🤩

  • @TheOfficialSven
    @TheOfficialSven 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for this video, its exactly what i needed to hear. I released my first single two months ago filmed a video. but im still waiting to release. I have a 22 song double album ready to be released and I think with your advice I can get it moving. thank You again

  • @jakestein2057
    @jakestein2057 5 років тому +4

    Context is the kingdom, that's brilliant man. And great analogy with the party metaphor. Thanks so much for another great vid, Damian.

  • @DylanGehl
    @DylanGehl 5 років тому +1

    Just want to say, I love your channel. It is one of the most informative and helpful channels for a guy like me trying to get his band off the ground. Thanks a lot.

    • @DamianKeyes
      @DamianKeyes  5 років тому +1

      Thank you so much I really appreciate that 😊😊😊

    • @lukeabrahamsen-collins808
      @lukeabrahamsen-collins808 5 років тому +1

      Damian Keyes Hey. I’m in this kid’s band as well. I also love this content. It’s better than many other things I’ve seen. Btw bass guitar boss is a great bassist. 👍

  • @crnkmnky
    @crnkmnky 5 років тому +76

    3:03 Now, I know what you're thinking… "But Damian, I'm a recovering alcoholic!"

  • @templetonguitars
    @templetonguitars 5 років тому +2

    such a good way to explain the slow building of connections/fans.. This applies to many careers let alone in music.

  • @saltysalt8476
    @saltysalt8476 5 років тому +68

    You have Richard Hammond’s voice

    • @itsenzo3000
      @itsenzo3000 5 років тому +2

      "The new Ford GT is absolutely abysmal"

    • @darbomusic
      @darbomusic 5 років тому

      What, annoying af 😅

    • @phenylalaninemusic
      @phenylalaninemusic 5 років тому

      I didn’t notice til you mentioned it... 😂

  • @joshgraham
    @joshgraham 5 років тому

    Great video. Interesting way of looking at it. Hope to see more content like this soon!

    • @DamianKeyes
      @DamianKeyes  5 років тому

      +Josh Graham thanks so much Josh

  • @helioz4886
    @helioz4886 5 років тому +16

    That six pack analogy is legendary Hahahaha

  • @boardhouseproductions1281
    @boardhouseproductions1281 5 років тому

    Awesome description and metaphor. Content being the king of context nicely put.

  • @LoganHillOfficial
    @LoganHillOfficial 5 років тому +3

    This video really benefited me! Thanks for sharing the wisdom.

  • @Howdyyyypartnerrrr
    @Howdyyyypartnerrrr 5 років тому +1

    So glad UA-cam recommended this to me! I still have so much to learn. Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom!

    • @DamianKeyes
      @DamianKeyes  5 років тому +1

      +Purpose Beats thank you so much, I really appreciate that 😊😊😊

  • @AudreyMusic
    @AudreyMusic 5 років тому +3

    Another great video

  • @LoveyTheDon
    @LoveyTheDon 5 років тому

    This is such a great analogy, I feel ready to release my first single of 2020 now! Thank You!

    • @DamianKeyes
      @DamianKeyes  5 років тому

      Thank you, I am working on a new singles release video this weekend for 2020 as I have some new ideas... should be out on my youtube in the next few days! 🙂🙂🙂

  • @andrewcomplainer
    @andrewcomplainer 5 років тому +8

    After a long way research I still didn't find a single video who explains literally without metaphors what should I do. Same goes here

    • @federicotiero795
      @federicotiero795 5 років тому

      That's because there is not a rule that'll work for everyone!! What has worked for me won't necessarily work for you.

    • @andrewcomplainer
      @andrewcomplainer 5 років тому +2

      @@federicotiero795 Then please (if u want) make a video with Title, This worked for me step by step (it won't necessarily work for you)

    • @YeOldeBag
      @YeOldeBag 5 років тому +1

      6:11-7-22
      Lemons. Plentiful now more than ever. So how do you plan to have people step up and come back to your lemonade stand? In others words...today’s over saturation (of entertainment) requires more product to make impact/show value.
      The “works for me but maybe not you” is because of artistic expression. The juice/context from the lemon/single. What makes your juice different? More or less sugar? Infused with other fruit?
      There is a video of Deadmau5 somewhere on here that talks about his “company”. Strictly speaking, his success comes from effective “world building” ....creating and letting people into a huge space of creative expression. Again, a necessity stemming from a result of general over saturation imo.
      So yeah, from another comment debate, music is definitely “content” now. The progression of accessible entertainment paved that way. Despite any annoyance it is still progress. Just depends on the perspective for positive-negative takeaway.

    • @mandg693
      @mandg693 5 років тому

      Cos you're refusing to use your brain, you're wanting for someone to give you a winning ticket and its never gonna come!

    • @andrewcomplainer
      @andrewcomplainer 5 років тому

      @@mandg693 This is why this videos title called the best WAY to release a single

  • @rajeshkrishnanck
    @rajeshkrishnanck 5 років тому +1

    That was awesome insight of Singles release and how to stick on the long run. I am convinced :)

  • @brunoe.polack1005
    @brunoe.polack1005 5 років тому +4

    Thanks for your great content mate, you are helping my band @Volkswagone in the first steps🙌🏻 we are from Perú🤙🏻

  • @sirgregory9674
    @sirgregory9674 5 років тому

    My head is still spinning from the wealth of knowledge that you shared with our artists community. Wow! I will be sure to keep Damien Keyes and the rest of the this amazing community of musician up to date on my upcoming single launch schedule for Sept 2019 and the evolution of my project's journey.

  • @cosmicgregg
    @cosmicgregg 5 років тому +3

    I think peed a little when you said "having a music video", those things seem so out of reach to me dude. What do you do if you seriously have no access to such things? Just a question, since I dont have a single out yet or anything. Great vid, great analogy, made me think of possibilities

    • @thehangingbandits
      @thehangingbandits 5 років тому +2

      Hey man, dunno if this will of be of any help, but we put a christmas music video together with just mobile phones and its easily our most popular vid (although that isn't saying that much). If you got a phone and access to a computer you can probably put together a little something. Phone + plus freeware video editting.

    • @cosmicgregg
      @cosmicgregg 5 років тому

      @@thehangingbandits thanks guys it does help and def doable. 🍻👊👊

    • @anndynegative
      @anndynegative 5 років тому +1

      @@cosmicgregg definitely agree with these guys. You can put together a video yourself with whatever you have in your pocket (even edit it on your phone) and get it out there. I've made some pretty rough videos, but like anything the more you practice the better you'll get!

    • @cosmicgregg
      @cosmicgregg 5 років тому +1

      @@anndynegative nice, thank you, my goal is to have my first vid out next month, I wanted to wait till my kids are back in school. Been "studying" ways to do what you all have spoken of so it goes smoother for me...pretty excited. Thanks again

    • @LawrenceAaronLuther
      @LawrenceAaronLuther 5 років тому +1

      You could download blender for free, watch a few music visualization videos and make something pretty dope

  • @novami7882
    @novami7882 5 років тому +1

    Genius! It just all started to make sense!

  • @RelaxEnjoyMusic
    @RelaxEnjoyMusic 5 років тому +8

    Shi*, I don´t go to partyies. Well explained. Network today is everything

  • @JakeyBoyRaps
    @JakeyBoyRaps 5 років тому +1

    Love the party explanation makes it much more understandable! Thanks

    • @FortunePolite
      @FortunePolite 5 років тому +1

      Hey wassup , hope you good, look I'm not good at marketing , but I just dropped my new single can you tell me what u think of it soundcloud.com/fortunepolite/sneak-out-when-its-amprodfortune-polite

    • @JakeyBoyRaps
      @JakeyBoyRaps 5 років тому

      @@FortunePolitehey I've just checked it out I like it! you have a good voice keep up the good work! I also make music I have videos on my channel if you get the chance to check them out

  • @KF22TV
    @KF22TV 5 років тому +3

    This was a great way to put it!!✊
    I’ve been only doing music for almost a year now, but yeah I have a single dropping with a music video in the next couple weeks well. Fingers Crossed for some good fortune! 🤞🔥 I’ll see you guys @ the top!

  • @robertlangford6639
    @robertlangford6639 5 років тому

    I was so sceptical coming into this video, but it's absolutely brilliant- wonderful wonderful video and such great, hard hitting advice for up and coming artists!

  • @houseatlantic8973
    @houseatlantic8973 5 років тому +4

    Hey! New to this channel and love the content! Any musicians link me some of your stuff, always looking to hear something new!

    • @ZacharyAghaizu
      @ZacharyAghaizu 5 років тому

      Sure! Plenty on my pages

    • @alinavlastaraki109
      @alinavlastaraki109 5 років тому

      Hey! Thanks for being so open minded! If you want have a listen to my song on Soundcloud soundcloud.com/user-441029693/bittersweet

    • @nikolaitjongarero6088
      @nikolaitjongarero6088 4 роки тому

      Always happy to share my work. Do have a listen of my single 'Dirty Robot's Day Off' on my Bandcamp page or you can search for the upload right here on UA-cam okin.bandcamp.com/track/dirty-robots-day-off-ft-meta-alithatdude-2

  • @MusiBiz
    @MusiBiz 5 років тому +1

    More great advice . I will be sharing this and your good self to our Music Community in Ireland . Thank you

  • @ketchup5344
    @ketchup5344 5 років тому +42

    Buy this man a drink. Or offer him a can from your sixpack.

  • @yamill36
    @yamill36 5 років тому +1

    This is great advice dude! no false promises, just the truth, explained nicely. Thanks!

  • @zacharyboulanger
    @zacharyboulanger 5 років тому +5

    I love this! Especially the 6 pack example because I'm releasing 6 songs right now ahah!

  • @khancious7720
    @khancious7720 5 років тому +1

    Great tips! I love that you gave the human side of the equation equal importance as the business side. Investing in the relationship brings back continuous value

  • @TheFeelButton
    @TheFeelButton 5 років тому +23

    I'll make 6 friends with a six pack and introduce those 6 people to a sexy friend to share their beer with. Most musicians drink the 6er in the alley to get their nerve up then go in and make a drunken mess of it! Good stuff Damo! 🐒

  • @tomarmstrong7139
    @tomarmstrong7139 5 років тому

    So thank you very much for the invite to add a track to the comments. My name is Tom Armstrong of Lazuli Shoals and I wrote the song "Reminisce" while making a living as a timber cruiser in the Rocky Mountains of North Idaho. I write most of my songs on an acoustic nylon string guitar and it was October 17th 1989, (Notice the date). The snow was coming down pretty hard and we wound up staying in our camper trailers that day as its impossible to work on the side of a mountain in 3 feet of snow. You could hear the logging trucks tires whining as they gained speed on the wet asphalt when coming off the mountain and down the Saint Joe River Road. They'd sing for miles. In the evening when the sun had set I was able to turn on the Radio. In those days...daze, of am/fm radio you had to wait for the sun to set to get a clear radio wave to tune in on. This was in Avery, Idaho. When I was able to pick up a station it was after 8 pm. The San Francisco Earth Quake was around 5 pm. Lazuli Shoals Recorded this song at Robert Lang Studios January 2018 and released February 21 2019, 30 years later.
    ua-cam.com/video/-mr0ja-Mhv0/v-deo.html

  • @TristanWilliamsonMusic
    @TristanWilliamsonMusic 5 років тому +3

    When I first heard you speaking, I thought I was listening to Richard Hammond..

  • @christopherlynnjohnson2706
    @christopherlynnjohnson2706 5 років тому

    Great Advice & Points made!
    Much Gratitude for sharing this.

    • @DamianKeyes
      @DamianKeyes  5 років тому

      Thanks so much Christopher 🙂🙂🙂

  • @DavidProrok
    @DavidProrok 5 років тому +5

    This is me showing up to the comments section with a keg! Check out my first live performance on my channel, I tell jokes and perform 7 songs: 4 released and 3 unreleased. Use the TOC in the description to do a quick keg stand on some great content
    ✌️😝🤙

  • @sweetbun1874
    @sweetbun1874 4 роки тому

    Thank you! You are giving us so valuable content, I think I found you just at the right time! I love your channel!

  • @richardhawley8041
    @richardhawley8041 5 років тому +5

    I can honestly say I've never been excited about another Foo Fighters release

  • @nicolodipietrantonio1757
    @nicolodipietrantonio1757 5 років тому +1

    Another awesome video!! One of my bands is working towards recording in November!! When we finish I'll make sure to send you some songs!!

  • @MattMulhollandYouTube
    @MattMulhollandYouTube 5 років тому +4

    Great video! I just put out a new single “I Think We Should Date” by Matt Mulholland. I’m stoked with how it’s going on Spotify!

  • @WonsPhreely
    @WonsPhreely 4 роки тому

    This is another really great video! Thank you!

  • @DiamondLifer
    @DiamondLifer 5 років тому +4

    So basically you’re saying to grind.

  • @alleonofficial4562
    @alleonofficial4562 5 років тому

    The party metaphor is very good and easy to understand !
    Thanks for these advices :)

  • @thebrnc3729
    @thebrnc3729 5 років тому +3

    From 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬. New song out next week . Gimme My Money by Clido

  • @eternalcustomchannel
    @eternalcustomchannel 5 років тому

    Great video man! New subscriber here for sure! Also thanks for offering to let us punt our singles. Just released one a few days ago called ‘Dead & Stranded’...
    I’m a small artist and don’t have a dream of being a rock star, but love to share my music and this insight will help me do so more effectively!

  • @DEVAULT.
    @DEVAULT. 5 років тому +3

    Damian Hello. Your metaphor is so relevant. Thanks a lot for such an amazing video my friend 👍👍👍

  • @afterarrival8169
    @afterarrival8169 5 років тому +1

    Honestly im glad my videos dont reach much people yet.
    So that when they do in the future, there is lots for people to backtrack.
    Thanks for the advice Damian.

  • @SUPERSCUMDK
    @SUPERSCUMDK 5 років тому +10

    We've released two new singles and now we're done "Touring" and we will return to the studio to finish our first full length!
    We already have 3 EP's out.
    Please have a listen on our page!
    Love your channel!
    Best regards!
    Peter // SUPERSCUM

    • @YeOldeBag
      @YeOldeBag 5 років тому +1

      I dig the music. From a creative standpoint I can see how that band name was chosen. But to be honest, I disagree with it. It doesn’t ring well, and can easily be lost on a person who wouldn’t take the mental time to understand how the name fits to the sound. Which is most people -.-
      All that a-hole stuff aside, the music AND visuals/video are produced well and are “good content”. I really don’t understand the lack of subscribers and the ratio of upvotes/downvotes. Especially on “Cursed”.
      Much respect from a USA citizen, and one who doesn’t listen to country but knows what good country music is (because I play music? 🤷🏻‍♂️)

    • @SUPERSCUMDK
      @SUPERSCUMDK 5 років тому

      @@YeOldeBag Thank you for your time!
      I really appreciate your feedback.
      I've never thought about the name SUPERSCUM. People seem to like it.. or at least don't care about it...
      We all come from a Progressive Rock / Metal Background. And I guess this is how it sounds, when 4 metal-guys meet a country vocalist.
      Thank you and have a great day!
      - Peter & SUPERSCUM

    • @SUPERSCUMDK
      @SUPERSCUMDK 5 років тому

      @Lopyt *Sir_Guy* Thanks for your comments in our videos. I hope it didn't suck... Even though it wasn't Grindcore! hah!

    • @SUPERSCUMDK
      @SUPERSCUMDK 5 років тому

      Thank you!

  • @pseudosun
    @pseudosun 5 років тому +2

    2:48 ha! never seen that effect before. Well, maybe?, but not with beer. Nice. It was worth a replay

  • @bornyhitch1975
    @bornyhitch1975 5 років тому +8

    It's hard to take anything you say serious after that intro.

    • @coldhardtruth333
      @coldhardtruth333 5 років тому

      borny hitch wHat intro?

    • @bornyhitch1975
      @bornyhitch1975 5 років тому +1

      @@coldhardtruth333 Intro = Beginning of the video. Doh.

    • @AizenIPlannedIt
      @AizenIPlannedIt 5 років тому

      then don't, it's not like he's holding a gun to your head

    • @bornyhitch1975
      @bornyhitch1975 5 років тому

      @@AizenIPlannedIt And nobody said nor did they even think that. SO why do you even write that? It's so basic thinking d00de. Level up brah

  • @ipsurvivor
    @ipsurvivor 5 років тому +1

    Back in the 70s Kansas put up a sign “Free Booze” to promote a concert where they served free booze. It worked in their case. But they still had a lot of hard work to do.

  • @carsandguitarss
    @carsandguitarss 5 років тому +3

    THE PARTY IS OVER for the music industry.
    This will take about ten years and he didn’t mention the major labels you will be competing against who control the playlists and dominate the market. There are to many people writing music. 100,000 on universals spinnup alone. The only person making money from this is management. Thats why you have so many music producers on UA-cam trying to make money on UA-cam instead of producing music. There is no money on recorded music only if your with a major label as they own this space. The industry has de valued music by tell young people they don’t have to pay for it so it has no value. Which was pretty stupid. The long term effects of this are still unfolding. Only 6% of people attend music festivals for the music, this was in the economist this month.

    • @patbri03
      @patbri03 5 років тому

      Jim Laslett how do you suppose us creators go about making a living off what we do. For example, should we focus on writing, producing, our entire project ourselves? Or have a small team of individuals on an independent label without signing to a major label?

    • @carsandguitarss
      @carsandguitarss 5 років тому

      Patrick Brizard Patrick Brizard hi Patrick it really depends on exactly what your trying to sell? Songs? Film scores? Lift music?

    • @carsandguitarss
      @carsandguitarss 5 років тому

      Patrick Brizard whatever you are selling you will need a budget to market it. The problem with music is it’s not worth much so you need to sell shit loads unless your doing a specific film score for a one off payment.

    • @carsandguitarss
      @carsandguitarss 5 років тому

      Patrick Brizard Ed Sheeran makes the least money from recorded music and the most from merchandise and ticket sales, his marketing team are not selling his music they are selling Ed sheeran and there is probably a five hundred people behind him

    • @patbri03
      @patbri03 5 років тому

      So in other words, become a brand and let the music market your brand. Than, if your goal is to do shows and sell merch, the music just helps for people to notice you.

  • @patricksummersmusic
    @patricksummersmusic 5 років тому

    Really grateful that you shared this. Love your supportive outlook!

  • @TheMentalblockrock
    @TheMentalblockrock 5 років тому +6

    "best ways to release a single in 2019!" Post it on Soundcloud and "see what happens".

  • @byrdseyeviewtv8178
    @byrdseyeviewtv8178 5 років тому

    This was freaking incredible! Im excited to execute the wealth of information shared in this video! Thank you Damian

  • @sannehuijbregts7318
    @sannehuijbregts7318 5 років тому

    Thank you! Super good info, probably gonna watch all your videos now :D

  • @alessandromyer
    @alessandromyer 5 років тому +1

    Great advice and perfectly explained.
    Great channel too.

  • @saleemheggins4989
    @saleemheggins4989 5 років тому

    Great video man!!! You put a lot of information into a very concise and easy to understand process. The party analogy was spot on!!

  • @christianmejia4839
    @christianmejia4839 5 років тому +1

    Love it! Great advice

  • @BrysonPrice
    @BrysonPrice 5 років тому +1

    Great advice ; Gary V also talks about the ‘single’ is not actually the ‘main thing’..it’s about all the little pieces of content that go along with the main attraction

  • @Mnsshmusic
    @Mnsshmusic 5 років тому +2

    You’re amazing! Great content. Has given me some new ideas as well! Though I’m more a rap solo artist than a band respectively. Thanks so much!

  • @JamesTolerMusic
    @JamesTolerMusic 5 років тому

    Great advise... So spot on! Thanks for putting this out.

  • @novelty4
    @novelty4 5 років тому +1

    You have said a few times that with just a few quid you can promote yourself and get people to hear your song. But I don't have a clue where and how to spend that money to maximum effect. As I am not adept with socials, a video about that would be of great help.

  • @christophernorris4503
    @christophernorris4503 5 років тому +2

    Great video Damo! I am currently pre-paring a release for a single and you're my go to for research and finding ideas to break the mold. Brilliant. Keep it up!

  • @meekeater8517
    @meekeater8517 5 років тому

    Another great vid👍. Your answering questions I’ve had for a long time now and I can’t thank you enough. I’m going to try implementing your strategies within the next few months with regards to releasing a single a month. Without this channel I’d be still so lost. Cheers!

  • @SallyRous
    @SallyRous 5 років тому +1

    Releasing single in a month (I've put some songs here on UA-cam but this will be a proper single with it's own videoclip and with proper mix and master), and I found the contect of the video very valuable. I'm already planning content and strategies for before and after as long as more realeases on the upcoming months, that will make a musical journey... Thanx for sharing tips!

  • @fredacuneo5180
    @fredacuneo5180 5 років тому

    8:20 - The four points of persuasion - Attention, interest, desire, action. Attention is just the first part. This is really excellent stuff. Thank you Damien. These lessons of your are true gems. (May I ask where specifically your accent is from?)

  • @RobynKeenMusic
    @RobynKeenMusic 5 років тому

    Getting a lot from your vidoes! And will be following these steps before releasing my next single in a few months. All makes sense! Cheers!

  • @jaredalexis8512
    @jaredalexis8512 5 років тому

    Very good points my man! I have been learning more and more about the strategy upon a soft release. I know I have been developing a plan and saving some $$$ for a marketing budget. But trying to figure what to do or where to spend the $$$ is the struggle. In addition to acquiring said funds as well. 😝

  • @Davoyet
    @Davoyet 5 років тому

    I'll be dropping my single in a couple weeks. Thanks for this video

  • @JeffreyChanMusic
    @JeffreyChanMusic 5 років тому

    This came out at the perfect time! Just starting to plan for my next release now! Thanks for your insight Damian!

    • @DamianKeyes
      @DamianKeyes  5 років тому +1

      +Jeffrey Chan good luck with it Jeffrey 😊😊😊

  • @RobertRoweMusic
    @RobertRoweMusic 5 років тому

    This "long game" mentality really makes sense, and thinking back, it's something I've been doing LONG before I started writing music and even thinking about performing. But, all those Open Mics, where I was just shaking hands with the artists, resharing local artists' events on Facebook, etc...it's all coming back to me ten-fold.

  • @jackparker2875
    @jackparker2875 5 років тому

    Thanks again Damian, forever helping people understand more and more each day. If anyone from the uk wants to have a chat about how their projects going and get to know someone like minded please let me know:)

  • @eigojiyouzu
    @eigojiyouzu 5 років тому +1

    wow, this is golden. thank you for sharing this brilliant yet practical advice. New subscriber here

  • @cameronferrari7225
    @cameronferrari7225 5 років тому

    Nice ideas 💡 thanks

  • @tuulitukkarecords2066
    @tuulitukkarecords2066 5 років тому +1

    Hello Damian! I admire and value your knowledge, and your videos are just awesome! Our band will release our first originals album next week. When it comes out I'll email you with a link and some info. Great video as always!!

  • @theenlightenentrepreneur2356
    @theenlightenentrepreneur2356 5 років тому

    Great content really empowering. Continue the great work.

  • @MrGianfra93
    @MrGianfra93 4 роки тому

    This is really cool content. thanks Damian, very helpful!

  • @FabioPoianMusic
    @FabioPoianMusic 4 роки тому

    Dude, this is one of the best videos I have found on the topic!
    Thanks for the awesome content, Damian!

  • @AmanBansil
    @AmanBansil 5 років тому

    This was such a helpful video. I’ve got a single right now that I have not released anything for. I’m going to work on the marketing around this release rather than just releasing it and being done with it.

  • @poetx7
    @poetx7 5 років тому

    Thank you mate!! Extremely humble of you to echo your magnanimity with meaning for others!!! Cheers brother!