MySpace.com

MySpace.com is another website that is helpful for artists to be heard. Because it is a social website, like Facebook.com, it is easy for those who have their own page to be introduced to not only new friends, but new music. I joined the website myself because Facebook.com had not evolved as it has today and I had some family and friends who used it instead. I soon learned that many of the friend requests I received were from musicians. Most I had never heard of before so they take the risk of people taking the time to listen but most requests come with a message like "let us know what you think of us and hopefully you can make it to a show near you." Being intrigued I usually take the time to check them out and if I like them I see where their shows are.. I think it is such a great way for bands to get their name out there and have their songs heard.
Because not everyone is on MySpace, Facebook has also come up with a similar "page" for bands to create to boost their image and fan base but I do not find is as effective. Attending shows of local bands here in Tuscaloosa many can find a poster with the band's MySpace page displayed. It gives their listeners a chance to find out more about them, listen to more of their songs, and see where they are playing next. I have a few friends in a local band and in talking to them I know that the website has had a very positive effect for them. They are becoming more well known and now have gigs outside of Tuscaloosa. It is not only a way to boost their fan base but an amazing networking opportunity.
On most pages you can see who others are friends with and most bands stick with other bands within a similar genre. On every page their is a specific title of what kind of music to expect.. there are so many ways to search for bands and come across new ones simply with a request. MySpace.com is great for musicians who want to be discovered so I also hope to get future bands connected through this website!