If you are ready to hear some real music on the rock and Indie scene, Cori Yarckin is one stop you don’t want to miss. This musician, from Orlando, is moving into the music world with an original rock sound. Cori’s main presence is through her individuality and identity that she has created as a rock artist. Her songs are known for the combination of their confessional touch with a rock sound that is known to eminate a new idea of rock music. One of the things that Cori is known for is the performances that she is able to give. Her four piece band is known for bringing an energy to the stage and the venues that allows all of her fans to enjoy a performance that links to the individuality of her songs. Cori’s CD, released in 2005, is “Ringing In My Head.” It is expected to continue to rock to the top, while keeping it real.
Getting Real With Cori Yarckin
Set Out to Be – Drew Tichnell
If you are into the beat of powerpop, new wave and big beat, than Drew Tichnell is an Indie Artist that you don’t want to miss. She released her first CD in 2005, “Unfolding.” Drew Tichnell is one that is making a large mark in the Indie industry with her growing fame as a female guitarist and song writer in the Indie industry. Her hit into the music industry in this short amount of time includes a vote into #1 female vocalist in Rock by Garageband.com. Drew comes from Austin, Texas, and currently resides in the same area. She began writing music and playing guitar at the age of 12 and quickly began to fit into the music scene with teaching herself to play piano and trumpet and baritone. By the age of 18, she had decided to commit herself to the music scene with her first band. Drew expects to continue to rise as a rock musician, with an upcoming tour in 2007. You can check out her style and her first CD on myspace.com or http://www.drewtichnell.com/.
What They Don’t Want You To Know – Part 1
You have probably all heard it before. In order to make it as a musician, you have to be in New York or LA, you have to sign a record deal, and you have to submit to a specific style of music with your clothes half off.
As an Indie Artist, you probably already know that this is not even close to true! In fact, research says exactly the opposite.
The first thing to begin to understand, is that you don’t have to be in any particular place in order to make it as a big time artist. Research is pointing to the opposite. Even the record companies and large entertainment industries are doing everything outside of New York and LA because it is too expensive. They are going to places like Atlanta, Miami, even over seas to find the next greatest. It’s cheaper and there isn’t as much competition.
The 21st century, from economics to social abilities is decentralized. Between technology and abilities to travel, there is no need to be in a specific place. So, save your rent money and stay where you are! New York and LA is an overrated destination for any type of artist.
Building an Indie Name
Thanks to technology, integrated communication services and other ideas, there isn’t a need to have a million dollars in order to make it! Instead, you can find your own way as an artist with close to nothing. How?
The idea is to network. This is your best market and the easiest way for you to find what you need. Every business or marketing person knows that the way to succeed is through word of mouth. Whether you are just beginning or trying to get to an international level, make sure everyone knows.
Word of mouth includes getting involved in musical things in your community, supporting and finding other artists, collaborating and showing up at networking meetings every once in a while. By doing even one of these, you will have the ability to grow with your name and concept. Before you know it, you won’t have to do anything for your phone to keep ringing for gigs and requests for CDs.
Beyond the value of gold is the value of a good name. When working on your Indie career, keep this in mind and start talking.
Getting Into the Indie Attitude
If you are an Indie artist that is just beginning, or has been trying to build a reputation in your community for a while, you know how difficult it is to become known. It takes consistent gigs, marketing, efforts and ideas to continue to pursue your dream.
When working towards your goals, you should always keep in mind that the resources you need are already there for you. It is simply tapping into what you want and keeping focus on the overall goals that you have.
If you have the goal of having four CDs and traveling around the world with your music, always remember it is possible for you to do! You don’t need anyone telling you how to do it, where to go or what to play. That is the beauty of being an Indie artist.
The only thing that you have to do is have faith about your goals and not let anything stand in the way. Being an Indie artist is about independence, meaning that you have freedom to do what you want when you want to. Whether it is a tour, CD or different genre of music, keep your attitude as an Indie artist and you will get far.
