1.1. For promotion we will mainly be using our instagram following that has now gained over 400 followers. We also get featured quite regularly on local promotion pages which are also a good way to spread awareness locally.
1.2. We will be submitting our songs onto Spotify playlists that are genre specific. These are particularly helpful as some of these playlists have millions of potential listeners.
2. Recording
2.1. For the recording of our songs we will be using Saltwell Studio. We have chosen this studio as we have previously recorded our debut EP here so can know what to expect with sound and quality of recording.
2.2. We will also do a recording at college for our bass player Cameron to record in order for the band to have a backup recording in case we do not have enough time to record all songs at the studio with the funds we have.
3. Funds
3.1. This project will cost about £800. This includes £400 for 2 days recording and mixing, £200 for mastering and £200 for artwork. This has been challenging for us but have overcome this problem by using some of the funds from gigs we have been paid for in the past.
4. Distribution
4.1. For the Distribution of our songs we will be using the site DITTO. We have used this in the past and found it very easy to transition between pre-release and having the final song live on Spotify.
5. Songwriting
5.1. For our songwriting we will aim to have all songs written within 4 weeks.
5.2. This extended length for the writing process will allow us to be critical with our writing in order to get
5.3. We will need to pull together as a band in order to write all the songs in time. I will mainly take care of the lyrics and feel of the song but will need help when it comes to guitar and theory.
6. Release
6.1. We will release the 4 songs as singles as through my dissertation i discovered that this a more effective way to release music as a smaller artist. Producer Calvin Harris said in an interview that this allows an artist to 'Have a constant chart presence'
6.2. This delayed release will also allow us more time to not only focus on the music but also the artwork and release itself, hopefully leading to a successful release.
7. Time Management
7.1. Time management is crucial for the success of this project. I have already constructed an action plan with a timescale so i can try and keep on schedule but i will also need to be preparing the next steps in advance in order to prepare for unforeseen delays.
7.2. The most time sensitive part of this project will be in the recording studio. However we have already prepared for this and as long as we at least get 2 of the songs properly recorded we still have the college recordings to use as promotion material for when we can afford to finish the studio recordings.
