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Promoting Your Voice III: Your Story

Have you identified and shared the aspects of your life-journey that are compelling to others? Marina V shares how…

I have a strong opinion about the bio-cards that vocalists and bands hand out.

The typical bio-card has the artist’s name, website details and a few endorsements on the back. It’s usually glossy and visually appealing.

Those are all important elements, but the most important element is usually missing: Your Story.

Each of us has a story, elements of which are very appealing or inspiring to our audiences; we must share this story. After all, we are already sharing our soul through song.

In my case, people find it interesting that I have had > read more

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Promoting Your Voice II: Fan Power

Marina V shares how she’s realized the potential of her fan base.

It was in a Borders bookstore gig that a returning fan asked simple question: “Is there anything I can do to help?”

There certainly was. I needed my bio-cards handed out, assistance with setting up equipment and help spreading the word about my next gigs.

How should I respond to the question?

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