Peggy
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Big welcome to Songstuff, Chris!
What a fun thing to be doing and hope you'll be learning a lot! Looking forward to hearing what you're doing with your own music.
Peggy
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On 8/19/2023 at 5:57 AM, Jac said:
Would l interpret song lyrics from a female perspective only? Do you think that matters ?
I don't think it matters in my lyric writing. I just write what I want to write. Sometimes when the lyric is finished they are definitely for a male to sing and sometimes they are definitely for a female to sing and sometimes it doesn't matter.
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2 hours ago, john said:
how do you think they perceive you?
I didn't collect email addresses so there's little to no ability to get back on an individual basis, so it was a lost opportunity as far a moving forward with any new music or keeping in touch and building upon the experience. At the time we were in sync and the perception was good and would guess, that in many ways, if I ever did something like that again, which is very doubtful, the audience and I would still have some commonality. Royalties still trickle in but there are many things I've learned about lyrics, recording, production, promo and marketing that would have been good to know back then.
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3 hours ago, Peggy said:
Oh no, it's a valid question but Songstuff has played an important part in my music. Let me try a put a summary together.
4 hours ago, VoiceEx said:I was more referring to you're public image as an independent musician
Originally, I had a niche audience, mostly gained through events. Probably not one that you would imagine .. political and protests .. my one pretty successful song was the first one written and performed, recorded and produced in my home studio. The vocals, final mix where done in a recording studio, and mastered by another. The CD and posters were part of event packaging and event tables. Guess you could call that creative marketing.😅 Fun and rowdy!
I joined Songstuff to help me develop and expand my lyric writing and song development. I write in many genres, pretty edgy mostly, and so my target audience now is a mix of people that enjoy a variety of music types.
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49 minutes ago, VoiceEx said:
Oh absolutely!
Although.. I was more referring to you're public image as an independent musician outside of Songstuff. You know, where you're main audience is more likely to be. Unless of course you're main audience are indeed Songstuff members. If that's the case, i'd have no further questions
Oh no, it's a valid question but Songstuff has played an important part in my music. Let me try a put a summary together.
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1 hour ago, VoiceEx said:
In terms of facing the audience, how would you define you're own public image?
If the audience is Songstuff, and I'm a member of staff with one of my roles being that of the Moderator then I would say fair, open, helpful and reasonable. 🙂
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Hi Derek, Welcome to Songstuff! I'm not sure who uses launchpad here on the boards, but you could surely starting a topic and reach out.
https://forums.songstuff.com/forum/18-musicians-lounge/
Peggy
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3 hours ago, VoiceEx said:
That being said, in terms of "lifting the veil", to be honest I don't really know whether or not exposing the audience to what their idols are actually like as people
I agree! But with alot of interactions in life, I'm not too sure that some kind of a veil isn't or shouldn't be there. For example, I intuitively censor my language.. I would never cuss in front of my parents, grand parents, aunts and uncles, at church, in front of children or older people, a store or restaurant employee, etc. Just never happens. Throughout my business career, the way I would express myself or even reveal aspects of myself is tempered to the people, the situation or the environment.
As you say, they're just people..with any musician or celebrity, I never see them as idols because they aren't to me and I wouldn't want to be an idol either. They're just people that are liked or even loved for what they do or produce. That doesn't mean we can't present ourselves in an honest way. Just use discretion. A private persona and a public persona.
I surely wouldn't want to be seen in a public space online or offline the way I hang at home sometimes 😂😂
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Hey there! So, how did you feel about the results of your latest song release? Did it meet your expectations? Did it get the plays and attention you were hoping for? If not, don't worry, there's always room for improvement.
Now, let's talk about what you would do differently next time. Maybe you could focus more on promoting the song to a wider audience. Think about different marketing strategies or platforms that could help increase your reach and gain more fans. Additionally, take a closer look at the production process. Are there any areas that could be fine-tuned to enhance the overall quality of your music?
On the flip side, what aspects of your last release would you do the same? Were there any particular strategies or techniques that worked really well for you? Identifying these successful elements can help guide your future releases and maintain consistency in engaging with your audience.
Remember, every release is an opportunity to learn and grow as an artist. Keep experimenting and refining your craft to get those plays rolling in and connecting with even more fans!
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Welcome to Songstuff, Dave.
Good to have you join. In. Nice songs, instrumentals and vocals. Very solid!
Peggy
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As a music artist, it's crucial to connect with your fans and show them some love! Social Media platforms are fantastic ways to interact with your fans. Directly responding to comments, using DMs, engaging in conversations and sharing updates about your music or upcoming projects can make them feel special and appreciated.
Newsletters or email updates are also an effective way to keep in touch with your fans. Sending regular updates about new music releases, upcoming shows, or behind-the-scenes content helps maintain engagement and keeps them excited about what's coming next.
But don't stop there! Take advantage of live shows to create unforgettable experiences for your fans. Whether it's through fan gear merchandise, meet-and-greets, fan Q&A sessions, or even surprise performances, these moments strengthen the bond between you and your supporters.
And let's not forget about those chance encounters on the street or in public settings. Taking the time to chat with fans who recognize you can leave a lasting impression. A simple smile, autograph, or quick selfie can make their day.
Remember, building a strong connection with your fans goes beyond just creating great music. It's about making them feel like they're part of something bigger – a community that supports and loves your art.
So.. How do you interact with your fans? What seems to be working best for you? Got other ideas for connecting with your fans?
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1 hour ago, Jac said:
But here's a question..
if a lyric writer writes a sad song, from his experiences he's had, does that reduce his chance of it getting it 'heard' if the a) world events at that time is a factor on who will listen, and b) whether he has the right music to go with his lyrics, which studies show will give happy or sad reception ?
I think both a and b do but in a general sense. People are always experiencing emotions and their emotions overlap with others experiencing the same. But when a song resonates with a large audience, and maybe even a diverse audience it moves to another level of entertainment and intrigue.
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The question, "Do bad times make for good music?" kinda has my same background thinking and curiosity about seasonal releases and why certain types of songs do better during particular seasons.
For seasonal releases, it comes to the emotional mindset of listeners during the season and the influences of weather, activities, available leisure time, etc. For songwriters, depending on the lead time you need to write, promote and release, it takes a little more planning to hit that seasonal target because you are affected/influenced by many of the same factors. It's like wanting to write a winter holiday or Christmas song but you need to do it in July to have solid music and a marketing campaign ready for the season.
Of course, "Bad times" and "good times" have a less distinct timeframe than seasons. But would Oliver Anthony's song that @buckoff mentioned have taken off if people hadn't had a relatable emotional tie when hearing it, if it had been a different "season" or different "times"?
I'm most often, an emotionally inspired writer, in that I need certain feelings to write and then the writing comes fast and furiously. The feelings don't have to be from my experiences but just experiences that touch me in some way. But...If I would plan to release... then I would consider the "season" or the "times" and try to align them.
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Listening to a discussion today about "Do bad times make for good music?"
Wondering what you all think about the statement and if "the times", however you perceive them, are reflected when creating your writings and songs?
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3 hours ago, imusicule said:
Hi Peggy, good to hear from you too.
I see two boards for remixes and covers, why is it so?
One is for finished songs to be showcased and one is for critique.
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Welcome to Songstuff, Vince. That's an interesting idea, that's worth some thought. Peggy
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Welcome to Songstuff! Nice to have you join in with us.
Let me know if you have any questions about the boards.
Peggy
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Hi Melander, welcome to Songstuff!
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22 hours ago, buckoff said:
Here's what will happen in 100 years , AI will be so advanced it will duplicte human emotions and the voice
It will be its own genre , Call the genre what you want
Aug. 2, 2023 Music Business Worldwide
AI VOICE PLATFORM KITS.AI, BACKED BY STEVE AOKI, LIONEL RICHIE AND WYCLEF JEAN, HITS 1M ‘VOICE TRANSFORMATIONS’
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12 minutes ago, Kevinalvrado said:
The news of Elon Musk taking over Twitter has sparked my curiosity about its potential impact on the music community. As someone deeply involved with Twitter, I have my thoughts on what could be improved.
What thoughts do you have that X (Twitter) could do for improvimg the music community? Are they those for music fans or artists/bands?
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11 minutes ago, buckoff said:
Here's what will happened in 100 years , AI will be so advanced it will duplicte human emotions and the voice
It won't take a 100 yrs.
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31 minutes ago, john said:
it can be tough to stay grounded
I was so disappointed when Ariana had her donut licking episode..😜
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11 hours ago, Jac said:
can an Artists action turn off their fans ?
and is fan/musician interaction important.
Considering the Lizzo news and what the lawsuit by her dance teams alleges, it seems that for an artist, to build a fanbase and fame, based on things the artist doesn't really believe or adhere to, isn't very respectful to their fans and will turn fans off.
And when an artist isn't respectful of their performance support teams and the fanbase becomes aware, there is a price to pay when the "hypocrisy" gets exposed...as you can now see on X (Twitter).
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How do you interact with your fans or respond to your fans as a music artist?
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Good to hear you say that.
It's just me expressing my personal opinion but what a garage pit/app TikTok is .... not to mention the exposure with access, storage and collection of personal information. I wouldn't recommend using it for ANYONE and that definatly covers musicians, artists or any creative wanting to expand their reach.