Role of the internet in the distribution and marketing of music and artists

1. 1.The internet provides an outlet for audiences to access songs digitally to listen on the go without the need for hardware (CD)

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1.1.1. Itunes

2. This modern age is home to different unique types of promotional ideas for new artists releases. 'Trends' such as dance compilations and singing covers from fans and the artists themselves can spread awareness of their new releases and get new people listening to their songs.

3. Social Media also acts as a promotional platform as now Apps such as Instagram provide the option to collaborate with businesses and fellow celebrities by featuring songs on each other posts and links on profiles for those who may be interested in ordering the songs.

4. In terms of Marketing Music Videos are often released online as well as broadcasted when released. The most popular Video streaming site is YouTube. Other sites include Daily motion and Vimeo

5. Social Media is also a strong gateway to promoting artists and new releases. Websites such as Instagram and Twitter provide Artists with ways for them to communicate with their fans and live update about the behind the scenes of their music releases or any 'exclusive' information.

6. Not to mention Competitions In which people would have to Promote artists on their pages in order to win prizes such as albums, tickets to concerts or merch.

7. The Internet itself could act as a promotional platform in all aspects of marketing (Getting the word out there, advertisements, interviews etc