Adrienne Mack-Davis: All For The Love
Adrienne Mack-Davis, a classically trained vocalist from Rochester NY, is an artist in the truest sense of the word. As explained on her website’s Manifesto page, “she believes that the superficial pedestal of fame needs an evolutionary kick in the ass.” While in person she at times seems reserved and pensive, much more comfortable as [...]
feleciacruz: Fighting for the Future
Cathleen Angelo, better known as feleciacruz, never let others define what success was for her, she defined it for herself. IXiiV Records prides itself on helping artists find their own path to success and break free of the constraints put upon them by their own 9-5 responsibilities. Throughout their own growth, the Boss Ladies at [...]
9 Ways to Stay Motivated to Blog
This topic was recently suggested to me by one of my Twitter followers who needed help staying motivated to write new content for his blog. I thought it was funny he turned to me for advice considering I often find myself struggling with the same problem. Not going to lie, it took me several attempts [...]
Electronic Press Kits: Get Your Music Heard!
A few years ago, an artist might grab a CD, fold a copy of their bio around it, shove it in a bubble-wrapped envelope, slap a mailing label with one of countless record label addresses on it, and send it off, hoping and praying that an A&R rep would open it and give it the [...]
The New IXiiV Records
Deciding to pursue a career as a recording artist is a life-changing commitment. Successfully navigating through an industry where only the strong and savvy survive requires much more than talent and hard work. As technology and consumer trends continue to diminish the role of major labels, independent artists have more opportunities than ever to build [...]
Staying Dedicated to Your Craft
Have you ever watched your favorite artist and thought, “I’m going to be like them someday”? Or, better yet, have you ever seen someone who’s “made it” and thought, “I KNOW I have more talent than that artist”? Well then, we say to you – do it! Show all of us YOU have what it [...]
5 Biggest Mistakes Artists Make on Twitter
Twitter is a powerful marketing tool for independent artists. With it you can connect with your fans, share news, promote your music, and network with industry professionals. Over the past two years I’ve been actively using Twitter, I’ve noticed that while many artists use the platform to build a loyal following and get their music [...]
