The "IdOMusic" Blog

Recap Of IdOMusic® December

2009-12-10T21:53:00.006-05:00

Written by ThatGirlDe JOn December 3rd Vinyl was filled with artists, producers, managers, and a crowd of others anxious to gain knowledge about the music industry. Our topic this month, “Tips On How To Successfully Book and Manage an Independent Tour,” kept everyone engaged because all artists need maximum exposure for maximum success.Panelists: Alan Floyd-Tour Manager, BeyonceK.Woods- Tour

Harts 4THE Holidays

2009-12-09T22:50:00.000-05:00

Join Patchwerk Recording Studios and IdOMusic® this weekend as we help out The Songs For Kids Foundation. Location: Eyedrum Art + Music Gallery 290 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr S Event Time: 12-6pm Lunch: By DBA BBQ 12-3pm Arts & Crafts Gallery: Hosted By Janelle Monae & Wondalanda Art Society All Ages: Family Friendly Event, Bring The Kids! Admission: $5 Donation Or Toys (New In Box) Hosted By

Win FREE Studio Time: Writing Contest!!!!!!!!

2009-12-09T15:09:00.001-05:00

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I dO Music Spotlight: Dj Rasta Root

2009-12-08T20:05:00.000-05:00

Last week on the IdOMusic® Panel we had Dj Rasta Root break the game down along with a few other vets. Check out the latest spotlight we did with him at Patchwerk Recording Studios. What's your take... leave your comments below. I dO Music!..."Empowering Musicians Worldwide"

DETAILS: Audition for "I dO Music"

2009-12-07T20:00:00.002-05:00

The next audition dates are Saturday, December 12th & December 19th.Finally!! The opportunity you've been waiting for~~~>Every month PatchWerk Recording Studios hosts "The Biggest Music Event of The Year" at Center Stage Music Complex in Atlanta. With 200-300 attendees each and every month, the "I dO Music" Networking Event presents a showcase opportunity like none other. If you're a band, artist

Start Your Own Scene

2009-12-06T22:26:00.001-05:00

I always hear artist/bands complain about the lack of a particular music scene where they live. Rarely do I see people follow up and do something about it. If there is going to be a scene, someone needs to have the vision and initiative to start it. Sometimes we get caught up in looking for the next big thing instead of maturing a scene already on the rise. Here are a few things to keep in mind.

The Social Music Revolution

2009-12-06T21:17:00.001-05:00

Music is playing such a critical role on fast-growing social networks that brand owners can no longer ignore it for brand-awareness strategies, says a new report by Heartbeats International, the Sweden-based international marketing agency. Called "Social Music Revolution," the report will be unveiled at the Eurobest advertising festival in Amsterdam today (Nov. 25). It follows "Sounds like

I dO Music Spotlight: Fatboi

2009-12-01T18:21:00.000-05:00

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The "IdOMusic" Networking Event - Dec. 3rd Details

2009-11-25T13:23:00.000-05:00

Come out to find your next creative team, learn from established professionals, or just enjoy the music filled atmosphere! It's going to be GREAT!Next Installment: Thursday, December 3, 20097PM - 12AMVenue Information:Center Stage Music Complex, 1374 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30309404.885.1365http://www.centerstage-atlanta.comView MapquestView Yahoo MapsAdmission: - $12-Discount Tickets Can

"IdOMusic" Sponsoring B.O.B. Show...

2009-11-24T12:06:00.000-05:00

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Upgrade Your Passion

2009-11-23T12:10:00.006-05:00

At the last I dO Music event a company called Open Labs showed off some of their latest equipment. In short, Open Labs is a company that helps artists, producers, and songwriters create music anywhere! Their workstations are known for leading the industry in innovation and quality. For example the Neko XXL is one of the newest devices created by Open Labs. The Neko XXL is the ultimate portable

Video: "I dO Music" November Recap

2009-11-21T22:58:00.000-05:00

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The Best Ways To Expose Your Music?

2009-11-19T13:37:00.002-05:00

What's the best way to get people to listen to your music? For her Monitor Mix blog, Carrie Brownstein at NPR posed the question to a group of industry folks -- musicians, label owners, managers, record store owners, journalists and others. The responses are short on actionable tactics and long on larger issues, but two interrelated themes emerge.First, word of mouth is a main driver of awareness

[RAW FOOTAGE] Kontraband Gets Offered a Deal @ "IdOMusic"

2009-11-19T13:36:00.002-05:00

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Jay-Z, Will and Jada Give Life to an Unknown Musical Great

2009-11-18T11:30:00.006-05:00

You never know when your time will come! That's most definitely true for Nigerian Afrobeat creator, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Kuti has been held by many, "...as one of the greatest musicians of the 20th century," yet his sounds went unheard to many of us warped by whatever popular culture is feeding us at the time.Thanks to the support of powerhouses like Jay-Z, Will and Jada Smith, Kuti's work will

Events: Respect The Dj Vol.1

2009-11-17T22:09:00.000-05:00

The Patchwerk Promotions Team(TeamWERK) is always active in the streets. If there is a music function going on best believe we are somewhere in the mix. This Friday, November 20th a few good gentleman are showing love to the Djs that keep your records spinning. Its an appreciation for ATL's best hip hop djs being held at The Atlanta Bench. There will be live performances, a dj battle, and a Dj

"Quested: The Finest Studio Monitors in the World"

2009-11-17T09:09:00.003-05:00

When he took over the management of DJM studios in the early eighties, Roger pursued his passion for accurate monitoring by developing a soft-dome monitor system that would deliver the high sound pressure levels demanded by clients with a clarity surpassing that only previously available in the best Hi-Fi speakers. These monitors quickly established themselves as a firm favourite with visiting

Who's Werking?

2009-11-17T08:59:00.005-05:00

Studio 9000Cash Money (Baby, Slim, Jay Sean, Bow Wow) stopped through PatchWerk Studios for a couple days this past October to work on new music and interview about their latest projects. Baby will release an album with long time friend Rick Ross titled The H. His first single from his upcoming album Pricele$ will be "Always Strapped", featuring Lil Wayne, and the second will be "Written on Her,

UMG Launches New Portals Aimed At Unsigned Artists

2009-11-15T20:18:00.001-05:00

Three Universal Music Group labels today launched new Web portals designed to provide extended digital distribution and marketing support for unsigned artists.The newly launched sites are powered by TuneCore's technology under a deal between the company and UMG announced back in July. The agreement allows UMG to resell TuneCore's digital distribution services to unsigned artists, as well as offer

IdM Sponsors PRODUCERS BEAT AUCTION ON DEC. 15TH!!

2009-11-11T14:11:00.004-05:00

The Producers Beat Auction Live @Vinyl (Center Stage) Atlanta Ga. Tues. Dec15h Also hitting the stage will be Wu-Tang Clan's R&B Princess "Tekitha" and our very own "Trinetta Love.We are looking for Producer's who want to showcase and sell their beats LIVE on stage! We will have Reps from Universal, Interscope, Def Jam-A&R's, Managers,Movie Producer's,Publishing Companies. Go here formore info

PatchWerk & IdM Sponsors "Sound for Worship" Workshop THIS SATURDAY!!

2009-11-11T13:40:00.002-05:00

The Atlanta Section of the Audio Engineering Society presents the 2nd Annual Sound for Worship WorkshopWhen: Saturday Nov. 14, 20098:00am-4:30pm(Lunch Provided)Where: Greater Traveler’s Rest Baptist Church4650 Flat Shoals PkwyDecatur, GA 30034 All are welcome to attend this workshop addressing the unique requirements of producing sound for

The Power or Ability To Invent

2009-11-10T14:00:00.004-05:00

In a recent interview with Billboard Magazine, rocker Lenny Kravitz explained why he virtually ran away and spent the last 2 years living in Europe."I moved to Europe because of the climate in America -- and I don't just mean the economy or politics," says Kravitz. "It was also what my record label was going through. People were getting fired every week. There was no money, and people were

Music + Money + Social Media Seminar: TODAY!!!

2009-11-10T13:38:00.003-05:00

TODAY!!!!! 6:30p "IdOMusic" & MEISA Sponsors Discmakers MUSIC, MONEY, & SOCIAL MEDIA seminar w/ Motivational speaker and Social Media Expert Jawar <<<~~~ Go to http://bit.ly/3zG6y for detailsWhat's your take... leave your comments below.I dO Music!..."Empowering Musicians Worldwide"

Best Buy and Dr. Dre Have Combined!!

2009-11-09T21:20:00.000-05:00

Best Buy is aiming to become a destination for DJs. The retailer has partnered with Monster Cable and Beats by Dr. Dre headphones to launch its new in-store “Club Beats” area. The big box retailer is creating a new section in all its stores where consumers can sample the latest audio, music, entertainment and technology products including DJ equipment, mixing software, turntables, headphones

See Your PICTURE from The "IdOMusic" Event - Nov. '09

2009-11-09T12:53:00.008-05:00

Click on HERE to see all the pictures from the November '09 installment of The "IdOMusic" Networking Event.What's your take... leave your comments below.I dO Music!..."Empowering Musicians Worldwide"