Good read.
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7 things all band sites should have
Your Music
Obvious, yes, but there are several options. First, do you want music to play right when you hit your site? If so, add tracks to the SITE WIDE MUSIC PLAYER. Next, decide if you want to make music downloadable (either paid or for free). Add these using the ALBUM DOWNLOAD feature.
A way to contact you
A MAIL FORM is the best option. If you just put your email address on the page as text, spammers will find it and spam you (the mail form has anti-spam protection). If you choose to put a phone number or address, remember that anything you post will be in the public domain, and can be saved somewhere. Do you really want fans to know where you live?
A list of events
The EVENTS feature makes this easy. For each show, make sure to put the full venue address, showtime (when does the show start, and when is your set?), cost, and age (all ages, 18+, 21+?).
A bio/press kit
Using a TEXT feature explain who you are, your background, and your sound. If you want to get into print media, add a link to a downloadable press kit containing hi-res photos. Check the HELP section for more info on this.
A news page/blog
Keeping updated content is the key to getting repeat visitors. Your front page is the best place for this. Blog posts don't have to be major news. Smaller, weekly posting is better than large articles every few months.
Mailing list signup form
Your mailing list is the best way to keep in touch with fans. Have the signup form on the front page, or better still, at the bottom of every page.
A way for fans to interact
A guestbook or forum lets you build a fan community on your site. They also help create return visits, because fans that post will come back to check who replied.
POSTED BY CHRIS, April 29, 2008
Comments
Good read.
Hey Chris, im trying to increase traffic to my site. If you could take a quick peek I would love your constructive feedback... Thanks
Good points to have on the web site.
Don't forget interactive photos of action. Show newcomers how your shows go and your band on stage. Have a stage plot and rider, so it can be donwloaded. Other minor things are provide some eye catching sections like a small flash.
Ok Later,
Good Forum.
Riz- I know you asked for Chris' help, but figured I'd check it out since I also do hip-hop and have been here a while.
I think the site looks fresh, you should just add a news section that you update every few days or weeks to your first page instead of just the bio. That will keep people that are into your stuff checking back.
You have some news on yourself scattered on different pages, I'd consolodate it on the main page for people to really get a sense right away for what's happening with you right now.
Good luck.
to Uncommon...man ya site is definately nice. Can I ask how you create those rotating banners? I'd like to add something of that nature to the site.
Thanks,
Thanks for the feedback uncommon! ill definitely do that. I think thats great... it will keep people coming back, vs seeing it one and done... Appreciate that...
thank you Chris,I also score 7
a little tip for others,put up a list
of your most recent uploaded work
New for 2008
latest song
Papa Late Child
Thank for the request
by the way...let me your impression about my site and what should i change...
keep me in touch and have a super day
Hiya Chris, I disagree with your list on only one point. I think all bands should have a postal address. Get a P.O. Box. They are cheap as dirt. Also, legally, you should put a postal address at the bottom of your email marketing messages.
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mafiaswimclub
April 29, 2008
We have all seven items! We win!
