Yesterday was filled with advice, funny stories and learning lessons from panelists ranging from artists like Hopsin, Wax, Propoganda, Chris Webby, Jarren Benton, Crooked I to booking agents like Matt Adler to music video directors like Jakob Ownes and venue talent buyers like Adam Stroul. Those that attended from across the world including Canada, Colorado and Georgia also got to chat with moderator and Funk Volume CEO Dame Ritter as soon as the conference was over. Here are some of our favorite quotes, for more info follow #FVHHC on Twitter and join the Facebook group: www.facebook.com/funkvolumeconference
Panel 1: Teamwork Makes The Dreamwork, Putting Together A Successful Team
Work on yourself before working with other people. #FVHHC
“Relationships are crucial. It’s a small circle talking that are REALLY making moves. Keep a positive reputation” @MrFunkVolume #FVHHC
Communicating in person is a lost art form. Respect the levels of the hustle. #FVHHC
“Management is the NEW indie label. You have to be well versed in every facet to best use your resources and tools.” @willisactive #FVHHC
“Every artist has a different projectory and rhythm. With Run The Jewels their merch & live show is a larger priority.” @willisactive #FVHHC
“Figure out who you are as an artist before having a manager. Be humble enough to move on your own.” #FVHHC
Panel 2: Getting On The Road & The Importance Of A Live Show
Start selling out your shows without an agent, film it, tie it together. Sell out your local shows & they’ll come to you. #BasicMath #FVHHC
“Go to other shows whether it’s lighting, backdrops, etc. “#investinyourself Give reasons for talent buyers to pay you.” @prophiphop #FVHHC
“Booking agents aren’t the finish lines. They are there to help you grow the fire of what you’ve already built yourself.” @mdotadler #FVHHC
“Those first few shows before you get paid, is how U learn to perform. Good stage presence is key these days for fans.” @ChrisWebby #FVHHC
“If the music is good enough it is going to spread organically.” –Adam Stroul #fvhhc
“Focus on creating good content, music/videos, rehearsing, watching other shows, etc. before looking to book tons of shows.” @STROUL #FVHHC
U might have to start W/ #SoftTicket sales = festivals/events built in audience. before #HardTicket sales where your the headliner. #FVHHC
Panel 3: I Need More Views! Building A You Tube Audience
“In the beginning I wasn’t spending anything,my most popular video I shot was $800. It’s not the money it’s the creativity.” @bigwax #FVHHC
“The timing, tags, relatability & entertainment value is super important in creating shareable video content for fans.” @princeea #FVHHC
“Everytime I made a video, I would title the video w/ the name of the camera I was using & built a technical following.” @jakobowens #FVHHC
“You gotta just think of ways to be creative, money isn’t important. You can take us back to 0 & we’ll still rock shit.” @hopsin #FVHHC
Panel 4: Why Make Your Own, Learn From Their Mistakes
“How many people come to see U perform live, how many people buy product, this is how U can measure your success.” #FVHHC @CrookedIntriago
“Online and free. Build a demand for your ish. Just gradually test visuals out there & have them engage w/your music.” @JarrenBenton #FVHHC
Thanks again to all those that tuned in! Keep @funkvolume posted with your progression! and when all else fails, remember you’re always #stillmovin
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