How To Promote Your Music | Stop Marketing Now!

[@adamivy]

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[@evanhaasenritter6771]

hiii

[@gbcbrahma]

Hi

[@leonnivram61]

AdamIvy I’m sure I speak for all the true channel family, we appreciate the vids and time you put in to these vids. At the end of the day your TIME is the most valuable thing you can give to a person and channel exudes that value.

[@JStorm90TV]

Hi

[@DaveMurilo]

Yes Adam! A true friend always tells the truth no matter how harsh, a bad friend takes it as a personal attack. Thank you for all your advice and help you give to your community!

[@menace5548]

You are basically the Gordan Ramsay of the music industry......

[@huss2600]

This comment deserves more love.

[@AroBeats]

LOOOOOL

[@RaceClistonRacebizzy]

Facts 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂😂

[@MilliesTVTime2]

I agree

[@shormanfennell8748]

Lol. Yes

[@einarwilliamfreberg8220]

‘Better is not different. ONLY is different. Bring something unique...’. THAT is an illuminating statement. Thank you for the sentiment!

[@eduardonajarrojr]

Better is different. But different isn't necessarily better!

[@giginochemusiq]

Agreed !

[@5dollarbeats524]

There is an audience for everyone out there, you just have to reach it somehow. Thats why marketing is so essential!

[@TheMCNemesisOnAmazonMusic]

Yeah but HOW? goddamn

[@rlc9114]

So true

[@owtlawchris9438]

Deep!!

[@yeeeeyee450]

Facts

[@keithfletcher7519]

Fax

[@chillychex1649]

imagine how willie feels watching this video

[@kamendevil1429]

i was thinking about this 😂😂

[@hayart4music]

🥴

[@CAVFIFTEEN]

Chilly Chex Funny, I figured it was pronounced “Willy” 😂

[@offthekeys7376]

You know he watched it too.

[@Phenomena4200]

I gotta thank willie tho this vid wouldnt happen

[@notdatnice9846]

This music game is HARD. And everyday is a new opportunity to try and implement a way forward, to lay the bricks to the foundation.

[@J1hunnitL4E]

“Your good at music but what else can you do I felt that shit “

[@keeseagainsttheworld2106]

Yo I read that as soon as he said it...it must mean something 🤔

[@williesanders7476]

My name is willie dawg🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️. Im already both feet in Lmaooo

[@Hawzyfilms]

willie sanders 🤣🤣

[@navygangxx.6968]

😂😂😂😂

[@itsray1878]

LMAO

[@kayleekellogg9302]

Rofl so true man he did apologise

[@ascid2804]

You're a good Willy!😂❤️

[@BriskoeDaKid1987]

Bro...in my opinion u definitely be knowing what u talking about. Keep dropping knowledge my brother ✊🏿💪🏿🤴🏿💯

[@twixx7227]

Whenever I go into doubt in myself about my music, I watch you. I truly get the motivation from you and I understand the industry and marketing strategies at the same time. Truly amazing, thank you.

[@6FtBeats]

*I swear even when I already know what you're gonna say, I still come here for the energy, thanks for spreading the love of Griding HARD* 🙏 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@DyllunGarrett]

Hell yeah! Well put :)

[@lizjoe21750]

I went to college to learn design. I can't count the number of times I've regretted getting an art degree instead of a business diploma. I KNEW how to draw going into things. I hadn't the foggiest idea how to market my work.

[@acharich]

💣💣💣💣💣

[@monsta8084]

Thats why in life when you want to master something always choose the path that offers the highest learning opportunity

[@JonasHamill]

Business degrees are utterly useless. It's absolute surface level knowledge. You'll learn more about business doing your own research. A marketing degree on the other hand maybe.

[@austinl3802]

Did you learn graphic design ?

[@jjamesjams]

If you went to study design and ended up learning drawing, you were either scammed or most of the content flew right past ya.

[@7_Lee]

This guy is the tony stark of music marketing 🤣 thanks for this video

[@J1hunnitL4E]

The entitlement the fact that everything is like fast food killed our work ethic we need to go back to the old way just grind and learn 💯

[@PrinsNoel]

This was my first video I’ve ever seen from you. I’m really late as I can tell, but I can tell your genuinely feeding us. Appreciate you !

[@livelaughluvdisc]

damn bro this was the kick in the ass i needed to get me out of my toxic thinking patterns. great vid! thanks

[@czskateralexn1ke]

Jamison not going to lie ... this was one of the realest comments I’ve ever came across . Props to you my friend

[@FLONTHiLL]

I love this. It’s like what my mom tells me but on crack. It’s easy to loose Interest on something you’re not passionate about but if you really love something you’ll work for it. For me I don’t want robots to be listening to the music I make. I want real people who I can connect with and build with and I’m glad that it’s not stupid to think that way. Thanks man for the motivation and the suggestions.

[@rogermotz7653]

I can make music all day but to market my music that's the important part. You are so right keep it up.

[@blacklyfe5543]

You need to sign up for a distribution service

[@diruyyt7333]

I’m glad this is the first video from you I ever watched. ♥️

[@noelgourdin81]

You're absolutely right Adam, I've had 3 deals (Sony, Eone, Shanachie) and learning how to navigate yourself thru this Industry is vital Re: survival. Great vid!

[@Gilleto]

I completely agree with you. Some people are just ignorant and stupid

[@MujjOMusic]

Gilleto yes i found you bro 😂 you here

[@bitmau5]

Dear Willie, Please don't talk about Chefs as if you know what you're talking about. I come from a kitchen background and every good Chef I know owns their establishment. You know what it takes to be a Chef? You have to work your way up. Every good chef I know, probably bartended along with just about every other job related to the industry. It's like this Willie. Those Chefs have passion for what they do and they worked hard for it. You wanna know something else Willie? The Chef has to market their own restaurant. They're in charge of everything. They're in business for themselves, just like good artists who promote the hell out of their work. Kindly piss off with your immature attitude and let those who want to become professional do just that, be a professional through hard work, dedication, training, education, perseverance, discipline, the ups, the downs and everything else it takes to actually make something of themselves; be that a bartender, janitor, chef or musician. Good luck out there son, you'll need it.

[@abrildelarosa1]

One of my best friend is a chef and the hard work this kid has been through and the amount of years and dedication is insane. He started washing the plates, to bartend, then was the cut vegetables boy and so and so. Chefs are amazing and this comment made me so happy for some reason. It's all about respect.

[@acharich]

💣💣💣💣💣💣💣💣💣💣💣

[@DeondreRichmond]

Shiek, that is not what he is saying. he is not talking down chefs. he is talking down the attitude of not listening and cant you just buy it like you can buy the commitment of people.

[@AtlasCompleXtheProd]

@@DeondreRichmond Sheik was talking to Willie, not AdamIvy lol

[@zeekmusic7846]

Finally a guy how talks truth and not repeating and repeating the stuff your hear every where I never had a better feeling to press on that subscribe button 👍🙂

[@ETwOneE21]

Zeek Music amen 🙏🏾

[@artofmghow6419]

Agreed

[@Finess617]

I appreciate the info and lesson. I've been doing music for 10 years and seriously for the last 4. I've tried multiple ways of marketing and still trying to find my niche. I will say I have had more traffic once I started responding to as many comments as possible and engaging my audience via Instagram.

[@dannyboycinco]

Whoah, never heard of you until now. I'm glad KZbin had this on my recommended list. Definitely subbing for your realness

[@achrafagermoune2417]

Exactly why i subbed too. And this proves his point.

[@melodica5407]

Hey please don't stop doing that "what's going on" hand sign 😂

[@jondoe2262]

Im the opposite, im addicted to marketing to the point it interferes wit me creating new music...

[@jondoe2262]

On the marketing tip, follow on instagram and soundcloud swizzzyythesavage

[@Game7DMo]

As an aspiring recording artist, I needed to hear this. I’ve been handling my social media all wrong, and I haven’t been putting in the necessary effort. Like this really woke me up. Wanting it more than anything else is literally step zero. Not even step one.

[@politicallyopinionated]

You're one the few I see speaking the truth and not just stroking egos and handing out trophies for just showing up.

[@harrybraswell6593]

Haha dude your description of the core frustration you have with the haters (like "Willy") enlightened me as to what exactly my frustration is with the music scene in my city. After 2 1/2 years of playing every month or so, attending open mics, HOSTING open mics, and releasing material - my band seems to be excluded from every local event or festival that my friends' much younger bands are invited to play. I even got severely depressed this week after a few peers had the GALL to complain about being offered "Too many gigs." This video helped me realize that I'm not really pissed off at the scene, I'm pissed off at MYSELF for my OWN unnecessary self-pity. I need to market to our fans better - nobody else does. I need to seek out opportunities for the band - nobody owes us anything. It really is just like my dad always told me: "There ain't no law against WORK." Cheers - and thanks for the perspective.

[@robbyjamez-v1x]

I needed this 💯 facts, gotta connect with the people more, great vid 👍

[@Snowzaylls]

You literally opened my eyes I appreciate you so much

[@terrencehuynh4439]

realest thing I've ever heard thank you for this vid bro

[@audiobellum6297]

I seen a lot of people in the comments claiming that Adam's tactics works. I really hope it works for me as well.

[@bigeg-style762]

I loved the video because you sayin what's from your heart..thanks adam..I'm also 2 feet in..channel family forever..

[@Burstimo]

Damn, this video was sick. Thanks for being honest and not pandering to your audience like the others do! 🔥

[@WONNESS]

You just kept it SO REAL, it’s not even 😆 funny! You nailed that. I’ve been wondering how I can learn how to step up my music level, and promoting it. As I don’t know all that stuff. But I just figured out that I can learn from or thru you, and you mindset! For me this video was one of the MOST funny, but more than that, the MOST VALUABLE VIDEO you can give someone who is wondering who doesn’t know the business or game yet! That was fabulous!! I’d love to be part of your family channel! I’ll chat with you or anyone who has you talents! Great job👍🏼👍🏼💯👊🏻👊🏻

[@michaelfives9453]

I am all in I just discovered your channel, people have to be will to put hard work,multitasking, long hours. I have always said no matter if you are 10 or 70 there is always more to learn. I have been in the music business for over 30 yrs. I never shy away from the hard work. Promotion companies are gonna take your money and leave you with half ass work. People need to love and enjoy the music and it is not all about making money. Treat people who listen to your music kindly and with respect. I love your channel and glade I found it! Keep up the good work Adam!

[@indiauraproductions8462]

I absolutely love how real you are with everyone in this video. I’ve watched a few of your videos but this one got the sub! Keep them coming! And thanks for so that you do! 🙏🏾💕✨

[@bhriannaheart7671]

This is a mad good video, It actually helped me be more motivated to learn about marketing

[@nasthedj3939]

Yes me too I swear

[@riffsfromtheabyss666]

"Willie's a dip shit" Fuuuuhck, hearing that made me laugh so hard!!!! 😭🤣🤣🤣

[@llogo1306]

Had to sub bro. You a rare one

[@expie7573]

I can feel your words by my heart, it really helped me. You showed me the better way and look on everything about music and my career. Big thanks again.

[@homiegrim7934]

This means alooottt, especially for someone who wants to work hard for this. The game really is saturated and its so cool to know that someone else sees this. People like you help me add on to my mindset for this and I appreciate that

[@DomShatti]

That Willie is outta his mind! I just tried that $100,000 example that I'm sure you threw off the top and it Tripled my IG Story Views!!! Thanks for All of Your Help Adam!

[@jjmarti6699]

Dom Shatti what did you do?

[@SILVERSPADES]

amen man

[@Aspentherapper]

This was fkn hilarious. Y u gotta be so savage man?

[@silverlightsproductions4282]

I love how real this video. Ive spent hours studying how to market music. People really don’t understand these things. Everyone i work with doesnt understand why i take so long to release music. Its because i spend my time building connection while making sure the content is just right for them. Thank you for letting the world know how it truly is. I thought i was crazy for a while believing that the audience comes first.

[@JohnSmithAwesomeSauce55]

Hey man honestly you are the most real person in the music industry on KZbin I’ve seen! Thanks so much

[@RaceClistonRacebizzy]

Yo I love how you breaking it down man. Hilarious but your kicking facts though 🤣😂🤣😂

[@Haruonthebeat]

I was willie who used to blame the system and how unfair life is. Now I realize how foolish i was and how much time I wasted by complaining about what people accomplish. Now im old but in good place learning the marketng and crafting my music to be better. Learning and getting motivation like you and other youtubers. Thank you truly appreciate your work.

[@360woodz3]

Stfu

[@omintune477]

I’m ready to jump,I just needed that extra push and your definitely giving it to me my friend 💪💯

[@alxcross1850]

Great talk! So many artists don't understand building connection with audience.

[@silversebastianloh616]

You remind me of my old choir instructor. He could be tough, but he usually knew what he was talking about and did a lot of good. He has helped other people be successful.

[@thekidcallednate]

Not just putting both feet in, I’m diving in 🤿 just dropped my second album an booked a country wide tour for 2023. Your tips have LITERALLY changed my music career and life. THANK YOU ADAM 🙏💯

[@Teyo_Music]

i honestly just subscribed and im glad i did bc i can say you opened my eyes alot and talk like a mentor that i never had. so thank you fr from the bottom of my heart

[@koukaur4304]

Thanks for your advice! I'm starting to implement these today. Started my journey 2 days ago :D

[@karamwilkins9098]

Great song Kõu Kaur! Keep it going!!!

[@troublemanstudios8490]

My name is Willie and I approve this message. Lol Jk my name is not Willie. Great vid. Putting people in their place is something you are good at. I have a question. Do you think advertising a KZbin channel is more important than advertising your music? In a perfect world you should do both but I'm a full time 9-5 guy and I only have 2 days a week to do anything with my music. I just want to spend my time wisely. I appreciate your videos. They've really helped when I'm down.

[@draeuxdoe2480]

I've been working on my music and craft for four years now and i just now started watching videos on marketing and branding ect. I find everyone of your videos have valuable and interesting content. I've been ready to jump in ten toes down for a while now. I thank you for taking your time to make these videos fam

[@proddadon6551]

Good morning Adam. This video really changed my perspective as a creative and made me understand why most artist ain't really getting enough shine. But in that been said this video really opened my third eye. And I've been watching your video in terms of putting my work out, trust me every advice I got from all your videos work, to be honest this video is the first one that made me subscribe to your channel and even give a thumb up.💯

[@SamThomasmusicuk]

Just stumbled across your channel and I’m loving what I’m watching! Pure passion and dedication Love it man 👌🏻

[@ReddyClark222]

Sam Thomas Same , like Wea dude been 😹

[@SamThomasmusicuk]

Red Clark haha I know man I’ve been wasting my time watching fifa videos when I could’ve been putting time into this 😂

[@andresburney2348]

I’m hoping to grow and I want to jump in I just started producing not too long ago I always respond to my followers and try to build an relationship because I care this video is very inspirational

[@GeorgePMusic]

Hey there Adam!!! Love your work ethic:))

[@davidgottshalk8450]

I complete agree with you Adam . I would also add that marketing needs to be a skill that any who wants to promote or sell their skills need to learn. It's an absolute must

[@jermaphobic8308]

I love this video. I honestly felt like you were speaking directly to me at points. I needed someone to check me. Like when you said he’s probably lazy but doesn’t realize it and passes it off as work that doesn’t need to be done. Damn. I love making music but I’m very lazy. This is the wake up call I needed. Thanks man! You just earned a new subscriber!

[@andresbelland997]

My first vid Ive seen of you and I already subscribed straight forward content I like it already.

[@misterjones1085]

I should literally copy and paste your comment because I was going to say the EXACT same thing. #immediatelysubscribed

[@Laveylovell]

Hahaha 😂I love your content my dude!! It’s been helping me out a lot !! Thank you

[@emiliolopez9304]

Whats up Adam, I really appreciate your time and your videos. This one was super raw and I loved it. I wanted to share an idea with you. Maybe you might want to do a video on it. I can explain the idea quickly but there's much more to it. Here I go. I dont like using buzzwords but im going to use one now, so forgive me. I have a "cheat code" to creating content/knowing what to talk about The cheat code is called the Content Wheel Essentially, you begin by listing out your top 5 interests. These interests will serve as your topic wheel. The topic wheel is what you pick from to post content about. Here's the premise behind this all. So many artists get caught in the trap of thinking they should ONLY be posting about music Or worse...their own music I assume this gut reaction comes from one of two places A super inflated ego Or a true and innocent ignorance of the content creation They think that the more they talk about music or their own music, the more of a chance they'll have. Whatever that chance means... Maybe this isn't what they're thinking, and perhaps the majority just dont know what to post about. This is the purpose that the content wheel serves. The reason you pick 5 topics is that everyone in this world naturally has more than just one interest What's even better is when the law of attraction kicks in. People are usually gathered together based on interests (whether at events, organizations, classes, etc.) These same people are also likely to have some sort of affinities to other interests that you have Therefore, it only makes sense to express and post about different interests Chances are your audience feels the same way that you do about basketball, games, and fishing Now it may not be the majority that have the same interests BUT, the ones that you do share your other interests with will immediately feel a stronger connection with you There's more to the content wheel that I'd love to explain to you! Would love to carry on this conversation with you, hear your thoughts and critiques. Again, wonderful video and a huge thanks for your work here on your channel.

[@crnkmnky]

You should make a video about this. 👍🏿

[@emiliolopez9304]

crnkmnky guess I should shouldn’t I :) I’ll work on it this Monday!

[@realnorthy]

Man this video helped me out a lot. It's very informative and made me think a lot. The hardest part of making music is getting out there for people to see, And it becomes very discouraging. But hearing others talk about it really helps pull you out of that whole. I'm currently deciding to try and go all in with my music, By no means am the most talented person, But I love making music and I would absolutely love to make a living off of it and just connect with other creators and fans and such. Anyways, Thanks for the good watch man. And to anyone out there struggling right now, Just try to keep your head up and focus on where you wanna be and just keep working at it!

[@hados1853]

I feel the same about people who say that they "need" better equipment to make better music. I mean yeah it would be nice to have good equipment but you can make good songs with budget gear.

[@kingcari89]

I've recorded my best songs on a cellphone with dollar store headphones 😭

[@Grovliom]

bruh..... i like these vids! keep it up my man!

[@BANGBANG-rp6ej]

Hey @Adamivy i got a temperate for the lazy folk u can sell it to them for 10bucks.: Up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, B, A, select, start "instant infinite stardom " for the rest us hit that thumbs up button n give the man his dues. "We came looking 4 info he consistently provides it"end of story

[@ShadoeWerk80]

Contra💪😎🤣

[@BANGBANG-rp6ej]

Yessir

[@Xelfiy]

sincerely f$%# face hhahahahahahah thats great XD

[@BoomdockBeats]

Was gonna quote the same thing here in the comments lol

[@Xelfiy]

@@BoomdockBeats haha right :)

[@acharich]

💀💀💀💀💀

[@Nick-me1ms]

Holy shit Adam! This video has such a great angry honest energy and energy like this inspires me to get off my ass and work harder man. I haven’t had inspiration like this in MONTHS and this single video is making me excited to make more music and work harder for promoting! Thank you so much for a video like this and please make more

[@nguyenlei2580]

I've been working on getting my music out there since I love what I'm making and want to share it with others and only started to get into marketing and accepting that it's a part of putting your music out there as a small, independent musician. However, I've come across too many people whose advice just doesn't resonate with me, whether it's that they give poor advice to surface-level things like click-bait titles in all caps. This video blew me away despite not having marketing tips because you really hammered home how important marketing a product is. I really liked how you mentioned that you can't put this into a template. It makes sense since marketing for my music wouldn't fit for someone who's doing country or metal or who lives in a different country from me. The creative side of me wants to eschew marketing and business but you made me realize the importance of developing both sides and who knows, maybe the marketing process can be fun in itself! This is the first video of your channel I've come across but you really made such an impression. Did you take any public speaking classes in the past? You would be great at giving speeches. Anyways, I'll be spending some time watching your other videos now :)

[@ganjatoker1000]

wow, this makes so much sense

[@BeatsByFlippy]

Bro. I just released that I'm kind of a "Willie" and this shit is so real😣

[@JaymalMuzik]

😂

[@musicased9591]

"sincerely, fuckface" SpectreMediaStudios reference?

[@ohcamnam9383]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@connorcullum7528]

Dude! I love your videos! Even when you're ranting, you drop some wisdom. Thanks for your insight. You teach in a way I can relate to. I'm a noob at marketing and an introvert, but I understand the necessity of the "shit or get off the pot" mentality. In short: you've earned yourself another member of the channel family.

[@RandyBadour]

I learned several things I had no interest in learning (Music Production, graphic design, video production, live sound production, copy writing etc). Not 1 artist WANTS to do all those things but you do it! I did it to be self sufficient and not to have to rely on folks who lack the passion for it I have, or waiting...There really are tons of folks with this mindset of "Willie" lol. Thanks for the wake-up call Adam! 👍🤙

[@adamivy]

Thanks for the comment! You’re right. Not a lot of people want to do all of this themselves, but those who embrace it will go places since so many will half step and merely dabble.

[@7xdelusionx791]

I can really learn alot from this video and I'm glad I saw your videos and clicked on it I'm definitely subbing great work👍

[@phdtvproductions]

i wish Adam was my real life mentor lol, i can listen to him roast willie all day 😂

[@MujjOMusic]

Trippyville Beats 😂

[@billythegreat1940]

I’m William but I swear I’m not a bad human being 😂 why’d you have to use my name! Lmaoo I feel personally attacked

[@projecttouchbase1373]

You are o passionate and caring about helping your following it just can't go unappreciated! I feel in the future a lot of people will owe some success to you.

[@djbigturbo6878]

Hit that nail right on the head. It takes a lot of work to peruse music. I do all my stuff myself and it takes dedication, you get what you put in. Much support to all music artist out there. Great video.

[@grimfortune1413]

this was a great speech i am a artist and im trying to reach my audience and make a family and a group who i can share my craft with and to influence them to chase there dreams, can u tell me how to reach more people and how to engage all audience`s? thank you so much adamivy gained my respect and a sub!

[@TaktikalAttention]

I’m willing to jump in with my third leg... Goteem

[@desmondciauri4616]

Creating “art” that nobody else asked you to make doesn’t entitle someone to be paid

[@AaronGrubbPhoto]

100% - I'm a photographer, too. It's the same in the realm of photography. You have to know how to do everything

[@bradcrosson9641]

I'm ready to make the jump. You're completely right. I've been playing for 20 years and spent about 15 of them not putting in the work. Thank you

[@OSHEEN]

This is the first time i m seeing him this triggered. Btw ppl think marketing is not important, i have just one word for u *Apple* Notice how they sell same sh!t to u every year coz top notch marketing and presentation

[@VaughnFelixMusic]

Behind the dumpster haaaaaaaa the best

[@DimainOfficialMusic999]

im ready to jump with both feet

[@thankingyou2825]

I 100% agree. People need to put the work in to get where they want to be no matter how tideous or repetitive it may be.

[@minime.ge_]

The passion in this really felt like a disappointed father child conversation. This hit home frfr. Thank you Adam

[@expressivelyyours4428]

P.S Dear "Willy"...it's better to have the knowledge and not need it, then need it and not have it 😉

[@JYLPO]

Bruh 6 minutes in and still doesn’t explain how to promote music

[@crisnla1]

JYLPO seriously!!!!!!!!

[@luiszapiola355]

Awesome as usual :) check your IG dms haha sent you some :))

[@asherjames9067]

Bro!You speaking truth's!I use to be like how you described Willie and slowly realized from being backed by a music label that being under a music label Doesn't Do Shit For You!After getting out of that I realized doing it yourself is way harder,but also more rewarding, because at the end of the day you gain knowledge in places you didn't have it,and you get to keep all the money that comes from it.So people level up!

[@RedMaskoffical]

Hey Adam people dont understand logic and wisdom this day appreciate you man