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Off-topic: Screen Capture on Steroids!

September26

This is not a blog for writing about products unrelated to music or radio, but in THIS case I’m happy to make an exception, because I think just about everyone will appreciate it.

I just discovered a cool little utility which I’ll be using from this point on. It’s a screen capture program called SnapIt Screen Capture 3.7 and it completely replaces the clunky Windows-based print-screen.

And what is so great about it that I decided to tell you about it HERE?

Apart from the obvious functionality you can also copy ANY part of your screen, large or small, and instantly paste it into whatever you’re working on! Sooo handy! And you can also save it in any format you like – even automatically! The program installs in seconds and is super simple to use. It’s a must-have for any computer user. Love it! Nuff said.

Click here to download the free trial.

PS: If you promote it on your blog or website, you may qualify to get it FREE! Just send your link to Julia Taylor (julia.taylor@digeus.com) and ask her for your complimentary copy!

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Discover Social Spark!

July18

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine.

Now here’s a pretty funky little site I’ve discovered – just today!

It’s called SocialSpark and it’s a community where bloggers can get together and interact not just with each other but also with potential advertisers! Needless to say, thus potentially turning their blogs into residual income generators… without it costing their readers a penny.

SocialSpark is elegantly and clearly designed and it’s almost instantly understandable, although it must be said that the whole concept might be a little alien to a complete novice. The front page sort-of assumes you already know what the whole game is about. If you don’t – you’ll have to dig around just a bit to finally arrive at that A-HA! moment.

I discovered SocialSpark by scouring Google as well as various blogging sites, trying to learn more about how to popularize this blog and how to, potentially, dare I say it… monetize it! In my quest, I discovered a number of sites performing a similar function to SocialSpark but – and I can say this without any hesitation – this site pulled me in the quickest and was the first where I felt “safe” in signing up, even though I still didn’t quite know what the heck I was doing all that for!

If I had to advise them on anything, it would be two things:

  • … to put a paragraph on their first page explaining what it is they do. This would help the uninitiated tremendously. Using myself as an obvious example, I know there’s a hundred bloggers who are clueless (like me) for every experienced one who would not only know how to find SocialSpark but also know what it is for.
  • … to make it even more clear how to pick up an opportunity and get a tracking code. It’s currently placed a few inches to the right from the main post so if you’re not familiar with the site’s layout, you might find yourself looking for it…!

No matter. These are not complaints, only my own teething problems. I love that they have simple and clear rules, even including a Code of Ethics and the whole site just feels solid and trustworthy.

Even though I’m still a total newbie on SocialSpark I have a good feeling about it and I know I’ll go from strength to strength with it!

Highly recommended! Now, go ahead and Sign up for SocialSpark right now!

Visit my sponsor: I Signed Up for SocialSpark!

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June26

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Welcome to our blog! It is intended for independent artists from around the world. It’s also aimed at music and radio industry professionals with open minds. We aim to provide our readers with the best and most up-to-date information on a wide range of music-related topics, including:

  • The definitive guide to music websites, including site reviews, comments, rankings and ratings (this section is being updated almost every day so check back often!)
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  • Interviews with entertainment industry luminaries, including more than a handful of household names as well as behind-the-scenes movers and shakers!
  • General purpose articles, including production and songwriting tips and techniques
  • Off-topic articles (if they can at least tentatively relate to the creative/songwriting side)
  • On the lighter side: Tip of The Day – for just about anyone!

IndieMusicPlanet.com is an initiative started by the creators of Fame Games Radio, on the wave of recent developments surrounding that unique format. The world of independent music is, frankly, in shambles and unless somebody does something to address the imbalance, we’ll be stuck with repeater-radio and mindless music dominating the airwaves forever – wihtout even being acknowledged by the “presenters” (that’s if you tune in to a station that actually hase them!).

We have nothing against light music. But we have everything against a rigged game – and this is exactly what is going on. Worst of all, however, is that the millions of artists take this lying down. And their fans don’t seem to mind. Golden opportunities are routinely missed as all this mindless injustice is allowed to go on.

And if it at least served somebody. If at least Radio got rich on this or Labels got fat. But not even this applies anymore! Radio and Records are driving the music business into the ground, and Indies don’t have a leader.

We’ve never ran a proper blog before, but it’s probably never too late to start. We hope you will join us and remember that your support and participation in this initiative are essential if you want to see a real change for the better in the world of music. But… if you’d rather just sit at home and moan about the state of the music business today – ignore this blog!

Look around this site and keep checking back daily! We’re adding all sorts of invaluable links here just for you. We also encourage you to take part in the exchange of ideas here and post your comments and articles alongside ours (if editorial standards are met).

Enjoy the site and feel free to give your feedback and share any news you think everyone should know!

AND NOW A WORD OR TWO ABOUT THE FOUNDERS…

Paul Sedkowski, co-founder of Meer Music International and co-creator of Fame Games, has spent most of his life in music.

He’s worked with platinum-selling managers, producers, artists and songwriters.  From long-term partnerships with John Coletta (manager Deep Purple, Whitesnake), Derek Lawrence (producer, Deep Purple, Wishbone Ash, Hot Chocolate), Rob Davis (Grammy-winning songwriter Mud, Kylie Minogue, Enrique Iglesias, Fragma, Spillers Groovejet), Andy Tumi (Supafly va Fishbowl, Sugababes, Da Funk), Mary-Jane Trokel (director Entertainment Tonight, Solid Gold, Tonight Show), to shorter stints with the likes of Robin Thicke (producer, songwriter, artist), Paul Harris (Grammy-winning dance producer), Dennis Kirkland (director Benny Hill shows),  and more.

Paul’s lifelong passion is to bring back balance to the music industry by giving talented new artists a platform to shine and conquer.

Together with Laura Krier (singer/songwriter, a.k.a. dj crier), he’s formed Fame Games Radio to accomplish just that. The present Indie Music Planet Blog aims to take that mission to the next level!


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