Music Marketing Podcast with Bob Baker

On this episode Bob discusses the need to act and communicate quickly in a real-time world. He shares one way he got a recent message heard around the world in less than an hour, the software he used to do, and other aspects of timely promotion that will help you connect with and engage your fans faster. Running time: 12:56 minutes. File size: 12 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: var audioTag = document.createElement('audio'); if (!(!!(audioTag.canPlayType) && ("no" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")) && ("" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")))) { document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c').parentNode.removeChild(document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c')); document.write(''); } 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast Stuff mentioned on this episode: Guerrilla Music Marketing Online Audacity iTalk The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

Bob departs from the usual podcast format to deliever a special holiday message, which includes one important thing you should do the week between Christmas and New Year's Day. He also talks about the interviews he just did with Martin Atkins (author of "Tour:Smart") and Dave Carroll (of "United Breaks Guitars" music video fame), some free resources you can get your hands on now, and the upcoming launch of his Music Marketing Mentorship Program. It's 13 minutes that will get your brain buzzing with holiday cheer! Running time: 13:00 minutes. File size: 12 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: if (WIDGETBOX) WIDGETBOX.renderWidget('e3d35dbe-ca4b-4416-913e-4525bcb5cc8b'); 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast Stuff mentioned during this episode: Martin Atkins Dave Carroll Music Marketing Mentorship Program MusicPromotionBlog.com

On this episode Bob explores the power of using the calendar to attract attention to your music and more. Whether it's related to the many holidays celebrated, special days and weeks, or just seasonal activities throughout the year ... there is probably a good promotional idea lurking just under the surface you haven't thought of yet. Listen to this episode now and discover a fresh publicity angle for your talents hidden in the calendar! Running time: 8:58 minutes. File size: 8 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: var audioTag = document.createElement('audio'); if (!(!!(audioTag.canPlayType) && ("no" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")) && ("" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")))) { document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c').parentNode.removeChild(document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c')); document.write(''); } 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast The image above is by Sarah Parrott. The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

Everyone has access to the tools of self-expression and self-promotion. Great. But doesn't that mean a lot of crap gets hurled into the marketplace? And doesn't that hurt DIY artists' reputations and make consumers leery of self-published music, books and film? Well ... join Bob on his latest stroll-cast as he gives his refreshing perspective on crap filters and honing your creative skills. On this episode, he also encounters a band of rogue xylophone players. Curious? Start listening now! Running time: 11:18 minutes. File size: 10 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: var audioTag = document.createElement('audio'); if (!(!!(audioTag.canPlayType) && ("no" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")) && ("" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")))) { document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c').parentNode.removeChild(document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c')); document.write(''); } 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast Stuff mentioned during this episode: The St. Louis Publishers Association Guerrilla Music Marketing Handbook Spotlight music magazine The Long Tail The image above is by opensourceway. The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

Action paralysis! That's what happens when people are confronted with too many choices. So many options, so little time. Can you relate to this time and knowledge dilemma? Help is on the way! Listen to this short episode as Bob gives you two key ways to deal with informational overload and your online promotion priorities. Running time: 8:19 minutes. File size: 7.6 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: var audioTag = document.createElement('audio'); if (!(!!(audioTag.canPlayType) && ("no" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")) && ("" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")))) { document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c').parentNode.removeChild(document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c')); document.write(''); } 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast Stuff mentioned during this episode: Episode 52 "Stroll-Cast TheBuzzFactor.com The image above is by Andres Thor. The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

Do you ever find yourself reminiscing about the good old days before digital music, iPods and file sharing ... and wishing things were more like they used to be? Well, on this short episode -- the first in a new series of "stroll-casts" -- Bob has a word of warning about that sentiment and some suggestions on how to make the best of the current entertainment consumption landscape. Running time: 7:42 minutes. File size: 7 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: var audioTag = document.createElement('audio'); if (!(!!(audioTag.canPlayType) && ("no" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")) && ("" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")))) { document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c').parentNode.removeChild(document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c')); document.write(''); } 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast Stuff mentioned during this episode: Bob's Music Marketing 101 course at Berklee Music TheBuzzFactor.com The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

On this episode, Bob continues his exploration of Seth Godin's 16 Questions for Entrepreneurs. There's no one right way to answer these questions, but Bob isn't afraid to share what he considers to be the best paths to creative success as an artist. Listen up, then leave your comments below. Running time: 9:05 minutes. File size: 8 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: var audioTag = document.createElement('audio'); if (!(!!(audioTag.canPlayType) && ("no" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")) && ("" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")))) { document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c').parentNode.removeChild(document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c')); document.write(''); } 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast Stuff mentioned during this episode: 16 questions for free agents TheBuzzFactor.com The image above is by Jef Safi. The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

Whether you are just starting a new creative endeavor (a music career, book, film, art exhibit, etc.) or have been at it for a while ... you owe it to yourself to consider these essential questions. Once you examine your motives and what drives you (as well as what holds you back), your creative pursuit becomes much clearer and easier to navigate. Start answering these questions today. The time is now! Running time: 10:50 minutes. File size: 10 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: var audioTag = document.createElement('audio'); if (!(!!(audioTag.canPlayType) && ("no" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")) && ("" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")))) { document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c').parentNode.removeChild(document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c')); document.write(''); } 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast Stuff mentioned during this episode: 16 questions for free agents TheBuzzFactor.com The image above is by Roy Blumenthal. The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

It's the #1 thing that keeps most creative people from moving forward with their ambitions - NOT taking action on something they know they should be doing. Listen as Bob shares this excerpt from "Unleash the Artist Within" and gives you some damn good reasons to get your butt in gear ... NOW! Running time: 8:45 minutes. File size: 8 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: var audioTag = document.createElement('audio'); if (!(!!(audioTag.canPlayType) && ("no" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")) && ("" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")))) { document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c').parentNode.removeChild(document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c')); document.write(''); } 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast Stuff mentioned during this episode: Unleash the Artist Within TheBuzzFactor.com The photo above is by kirainet. The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

Do you find Internet promotion and sales confusing and frustrating? Many creative people do. On this episode Bob explains how all marketing activities fall into one of three simple categories. If you can wrap your brain around this, promoting yourself gets a LOT easier! Running time: 8:28 minutes. File size: 7 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: var audioTag = document.createElement('audio'); if (!(!!(audioTag.canPlayType) && ("no" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")) && ("" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")))) { document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c').parentNode.removeChild(document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c')); document.write(''); } 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast Stuff mentioned during this episode: IndieBookPromotion.com FullTimeAuthor.com TheBuzzFactor.com The photo above is by cackhanded. The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.

This is the second of two episodes that offers advice on "How to Get Motivated When You're in a Slump." When the going gets tough, should you press on or take a break? How can you hold yourself accountable? Are there ways to trick yourself into really getting things done on your latest creative project? Bob answers those questions and more on this episode. Listen now! Running time: 7:59 minutes. File size: 7 megs. Format: MP3 (128 kbps). There are three ways to enjoy this episode: 1) Listen now using this streaming audio player: var audioTag = document.createElement('audio'); if (!(!!(audioTag.canPlayType) && ("no" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")) && ("" != audioTag.canPlayType("audio/mpeg")))) { document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c').parentNode.removeChild(document.getElementById('auidoplayerhtml5podbean13eebf4d7efb254bb69cd09cb81ccd2c')); document.write(''); } 2) Download the MP3 3) Subscribe to the Podcast Stuff mentioned during this episode: VirtualMusicCoach.com Leo Babauta and ZenHabits.net The photo above is by Morag Casey. The show intro music is the beginning groove from "Fickle Mind" by Heidi McCurdy. Thanks to Angela Stevens for the great voice-over work.