what should i do if i'm tryin to make it to hollywood by singing but no one big knows my talent?
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first i want to think you for answering my question. but get to know someone... and work your way up to it! r&b is my favorite type of music.... have you made any records??? if you have send them off to a few record companies and send me a copy too! :D \nGOOD LUCK!
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You need to get as much experience as you can, so keep auditioning and doing local plays.  However, if you want to "hit it big" you're going to eventually have to take a chance and move to New York, Los Angeles, or some other large city with a vibrant entertainment scene.  Why should the industry folks come find you when there are thousands of actors and actresses who've made the commitment to come to THEM?
166261
If you are really good, try out for American Idol.\n\nEven the ones that don't make it to the top are becoming successful.\n\nMost important thing is to SMILE and really be friendly.  A frown turns everyone off!
21340
Frankly? Surprise them.  Many cities, ect, have opportunities that dont' cost a thing to get into a choir, or practice group.  Find one, join it, spend time with it, and on your recital day, invite your parents.  Don't tell them what it is for, yet. Just tell them you want them there.\n\nLet them hear you sing, let them see how good you really are, how much dedication you have, and how much it makes you happy.  Once they see this, they will be supportive.\n\nI, as a parent, and a singer, have had experience with this.  Once my parents found out music was who i was, what i enjoyed doing, they supported me in every way possible.  It will work for you as well :)
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Ok this can be a tough one. Being in a band myself, and currently looking to be signed, I may have a few good ways to break into the scene. First off you should cut a demo. Now a days there are allot of places to this. I would start by googleing recording studios in your area, or look in the phonebook. Most places will charge about 25-40 an hour, so be mindful about where you go to. Second get your name out there. The best way to do this is to play shows where ever you can. There is no place to small to put on a show and get yourself out there. Understand that most record companies get so many demos a month from so many bands that have been around allot longer then you. And Record Reps don't look for acts that are not established. So it may be years before a big record company comes knocking on your door. The one thing you have to have is drive, any record company small or large will not take any intrest in an artist if they don't have drive. They are more willing to help an artist who helps themselves. I can tell you that my band has had to play allot of dive bars and underground shows before that one really big show came along, or people started to take notice. Also you want to generate buzz about yourself. Bring something to the table that no one else is. Their are allot of artists out there who want the same thing, its tough but you have to have the edge, or you will be passed over. Keep contacts with people. The more you keep in touch with people who work in the music business, the better they will remember you when it comes to name dropping on there part. And finally be as friendly and nice to people you meet as you can. More often then not people get an ego about who they think they are, and a mark is put on them. And word spreads very fast about people who are rude or have a huge ego. It is really up to you how you want to act, but people will be more friendly and willing to help you out if you are nice. I hope this helps. True its not everything you need to know, but its a good start.
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Take lessons, and practice, practice, practice. Get familiar with the classic techniques and adapt them to your own body (locking your abs, posture, breathing). Only practicing you'll discover what works better for you and get better. Also, put yourself out there: sing at parties, talent shows, and answer as many casting calls as you're able (maybe you'd like to try joining a talent agency)
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Make sure that you can sight read.  \n\nChoose a song that you can sing well, and is in your singing range.  \n\nThey will also have you singing the scales, so they know what voice range you are in, such as Soprano, Alto, Tenor or Bass\n\nMake sure you can sing on key!  and can hold your singing part when somebody next to you is singing another part\n\ngood luck!
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You need an agent, a real agent, and make sure that their not just a scam. Because they'll steal money from you. Your agent will then, give you information on auditions, and were they can be found. Once you audition, you wait for a call back. But don't be upset if you don't get one, many famous people have gotten plenty of "No"s before they became famous. You should also have a job to fall back on, because it is a very hard business, and very, very few people make it.  If you really want it, you have to keep auditioning for things, and learn from your mistakes when you don't get a callback.
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I would start with trying to meet a talent agent, to see what you have to work with...\ngood luck.......
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just enter a ton of talent shows. You never know who might come and watch i mean look at Avril Lavigne!! She got famous BY a talent show. Music producer. Also practice what you good at like singing or dancing or piano or flute.
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You do have talent.  To develop, get with a local band and practice.  It's way different than karaoke.  With the tech, just takes practice.  The tougher part is working with others.  If you can survive an instrument player or back up vocal who can't stay in pitch, you can go pro.  By survive, I mean make it sound great anyway.  Working with pros means being skilled enough to stay with them through chord and rhythm changes.  It only comes with practice.\nGreat look too, by the way.  CUTE!!
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i think that you're doing a great job already. yet, you can try Myspace.com. Or you couyld go to local open mic nights, and sing to get your material heard.as soon as you get a following then you'd be set. try going to your local radio station, and asking if they can test and see if their listeners would like a demo. asking people to call in and voice what they think of your work.
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Hey there. I'm an artist myself. I'm not signed or anything but I'm just out there doing my thing. I'm a singer/songwriter/guitarist who plays in the NYC Subway. Yea, it's weird but you gotta start somewhere. I earn some money with donations and also sell my cds when I'm out there playing.\n\nNow, the first thing you want to do is make a business plan. You want to know who your target audience is and how to market yourself. Are you a punk, rock or pop singer? Are you looking to play for teens, 20-25 year olds, etc? Next thing is image. You have to have an image and know what you stand for. Then I suggest you look for an agent or a manager who can book you gigs. If you have a cd, then that's good. If you don't, I suggest you start hitting the recording studios to make a demo. So, basically here are the things you need to know:\n1. Know what kind of music you want to make \n2. Know your audience\n3. Record a demo\n4. Hire an agent or manager to get you gigs\n5. After you get gigs, you gotta have a following. You gotta have people come out and see you.\n6. Radio. If you can get a song submitted to a local radio station, that's good. \n7. Dream big. As cliche as this may sound, if you put your mind into it, you can do anything. \n\nGood luck. If you really want it and have the talent, you should go for it. I'd like to know what kind of artist you are and if you have music online. I'm on www.myspace.com/shosmusic
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Do more shows, do more shows, do more shows. Build your fanbase where you are without a label, eventually you'll start getting labels asking you to join them, not you asking if you can be on their label. Make a myspace artist profile, make a purevolume, do everything you can to get yourself out there and make yourself known.
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You gotta put something together first like a demo showcasing your talent.Enter local competitions and talent shows.
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You're best bet is to get a microphone and a recorder/recording software. Record yourself and fix what you know sounds bad. \n\nBut even before that, get yourself a teacher.Nothing helps more than having an experienced vocal teacher guide you through the steps, and practice your ass off. It sounds like you want to be a "superstar", and the only advice is that you get good while your young, hollywood is not kind to those old and ugly.
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contact a talent agent!