A high-level overview of my process for uploading and promoting my remix album
In this vlog, I share a little peek behind the scenes of a project I've been working on for a while. I create and release music with my band Lorenzo's Music, and right now, I'm deep in the process of preparing for the release of a brand new remix album!
This isn't just another release for me; it's a project that involves one of my favorite things as an artist. I've been working with other incredible Creative Commons artists I met through my podcast, who have put their unique spin on our songs.
Now that the album is finished I need to prepare it for distribution to all the streaming services. Plus, I have my own self-published sites I need to post it to as well.
In the vlog video below, I take you through my pre-release checklist, going over the ins and outs of getting this album ready. You'll hear about how I did this collaboration with our netlabel, BlocSonic, and how they're helping us.
But beyond the technicalities, this video is about my pursuit of making our music as accessible as possible, reaching new listeners, and fostering a truly open and collaborative creative community. You'll hear my thoughts on the challenges and joys of online distribution, and perhaps even relate to my crazy "feature/rant" for an ideal music distribution platform! (Hint: I wish I could just right-click and poof – distributed!)
Watch the video below to get the full story, hear my personal reflections, and even discover some of the platforms we use to share our music freely and openly.
After you've watched, I'd love to hear from you! What are your personal frustrations or triumphs when it comes to distributing your creative work online, whether it's music, art, or videos?
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