My friend has a band that is looking for lead guitar - I want it - whats the best way to get in?
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Take the first step and give them the music for the piece you want to play.  Tell them you are interested, and even burn a CD for them to hear your stuff.\n\nIf you want it, step up and ask for it
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You have to promote your music. If you're playing gigs put all the money you can on a great album to sell at your shows. Form a relationship with your local radio stations. Some will play indie music. Get in touch with music publishers. Do anything you can to get heard. The major labels won't accept unsolicited material so don't waste your time. You can also try taxi.com. They're a huge company the big boys go to when they want fresh faces and material. Don't give up. Good luck.
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Go to a music store(Guitar Center) and place an add on the post board.Ask them they will hook you up with others...it worked 4 me.
684684
i allways get mine from here you could get lucky tho never heard of your band http://www.modernrocklyrics.com/
1093052
Start taking pictures of bands.\n\nFind some local bands, contact them and take some free pictures.  Let them know you're trying to do it professionally and to spread the word.  Local bands are always looking for people to help them get images for websites, flyers, EP covers, and to satisfy their own vanity.
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have u tried advertising in the publican?? that could help u get ur bands off to a good start...only prob with pubs getting live bands is the licence it costs an arm and a leg (apparently no more than 2 people are aloud to sing or dance in a pub) because if u do u have to have a license stupid i know but its the gouvenment.......good luck
628303
You need to find out who their rep is and contact them.  Not only will you have to pay for the cost of the band, expect to pay for security and insurance.
66840
If you are speaking of street promotion, the easiest way to get on the official street team for any band is by first being very active and vocal with their limited, online teams.  The team leaders will take notice of your hard work.  If you wanted an actual, corporate job, then you'll have to apply directly to record companies themselves.  Keep in mind that there are tons of marketing jobs in the music industry, which come in all shapes and forms.  There are also many smaller promotion companies, tour organizers, and merchandising agencies out there who work directly, or by proxy, for your favorite bands.  You might even try to get to know the bands you really like, and become friends.\nI worked for Island Records for about two years.  I was asked to join the national street team, which had about 80 or 90 people total across the U.S.  How did I make it into this exclusive group?  An online team leader was impressed with my random work, so I got an invite.  I went to concerts for free, and met rockstars.  It was awesome.  Regardless, it is relatively easy to find some sort of niche work in the music industry.  Just look out for opportunities, and also, create your own.
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Music is a dangerous business because you have to be popular to get your music played on the radio. New bands have a hard time making it and become one hit wonders. but, that's not the answer to your question. You need to submit a demo CD (or tape) of you or your band singing to record companies. Then there's a long waiting period. So it would be good to get some gigs at local joints while you wait. If you get a call back, they might ask you to preform for them (record companies). If they like you, you better start writing songs, get a damn good manager, and be careful when you sign something, because theres people out there that'll steal your music. Good Luck
790703
Did u try to enter a contest? sometimes if u are active on a street team you can meet a band....sometimes they have signings after a show. sometimes u can even win backstage passes of the radio. or even buying them. I dont know much on meeting bands. I hope this helps a little.
1101304
Would it be great to arrange the logistics for bands that travel?  Can't you get ahold of major tour companies to research this?
726788
try marketing it with a fresh band, both the design concept company(the band's album design, motiff..etc.) and the music industry can benefit from it.
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http://guitargeek.com/chat/showthread.php?threadid=75576\n\ntry talking to these guys,,,
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ask friends if they can sing or play musical instrument. then talk bands, place to meet & practice, take it from there
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My band uses a site called Gigmaster to look for jobs.  It has a bunch of bands and their styles, pictures, etc. and you can find ones in your area that look good and ask them for quotes.
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Send emos to yur local radio stations they usually have a time that they play local bands. Local stadiums will sometimes have bands open. Send demo tapes to record companys
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yeah... go to LA... start performing... if you're any good, they'll let you play bigger an bigger venues- most famous musicians were scouted that way by other musicians/proucers/executives.  Musical talant has almost nothing to do with getting a record deal tho- it's all about style... they've gotta be able to sell you! You need the right energy/attitude/taste for your genre... the most talented musicians I ever met would never even dream of seeking a record deal for that reason