There is a lot of online discussion about the benefits of bands recording music videos when promoting their music online. One camp claims its always good to try and visually grab people’s attention and a good video can help you stand out from the crowd, on the other side of the argument are the people who say there are much more productive and cost effective things to spend your budget on. So when this video landed in my inbox from Pop Noodle Record’s debut act Cha-Cha (www.myspace.com/wearechacha) I thought I’d get in contact with Pop Noodle Records to find out some more about the band and about their promotional work.

Getting an appearance on a music TV or show is still really tough but it should still be pursued along with all the mainstream radio shows. As with all things in the music industry, relationships are key and so try…

A commercial placement can be a huge break for an independent artist, not only is it a paycheck that can pay for the album’s recording cost at one fell swoop but it’s also free national (even international) advertising for your…