As the child in the picture looks bored, this facial expression takes me back to when Simon Cowell was first recognized as THE heartless individual who could tell it like it is or say what no one else wanted to say about the performances and auditions before him.
As many may beg to differ, it is not a bad thing to be honest with someone who may not realize they are not as talented as they think they are. However, as humans, we get the soft-side and feel we don’t want to hurt any feelings or cause grief to someone who’s aspiring and seriously focused on their budding singing career.
As a producer, can you take money from a singer knowing they can’t deliver on your song? Does a sell mean more to you than being honest with that artist? Do you feel it’s not your place to form an opinion, and that business is business? Can you even work with someone knowing they have no singing talent?
I’ve seen talentless artists come and go in the studio and out there in the streets, and many times they are the hardest working individuals in the game.
As we also know image plays a strong role in how songs are sold these days… (Some may argue this is unfortunate and that we lose focus of the musicianship), it is known that many of these talentless artists use their cute/handsome faces and over-exposed bodies to create interest and buzz… and at the end of the day, how does it ever come to light that singing may not be their money-maker?
What’s your take?
While today’s music industry has taken quite a turn in the last few years, it’s evident if you don’t have an internet presence, you are basically non-existent. The same goes with artists, musicians and producers in the industry.
Back in the day (and not so long ago) records were broke with a certain mystery behind the artist that evoked great anticipation, as well as the wonderment of the lifestyles of our favorite artists. Well now days and special thanks to social media in the likes of Twitter, Facebook and YouTube, we can basically logon and find the latest in the lives of our celeb family.
Do you find it necessary for artists to engage with their fans? Is there a point where too much information kind of breaks down barriers and the connection becomes overwhelming and demanding? Like back in the day, should there always be an untouched side between artists and fans?
I do believe social engagement is a necessary and effective marketing tool for anyone in business. Now whether it’s the artist tweeting, or some hired help behind the computer screen; it’s something that must be done to aid marketing and promotional efforts. Social media has bridged the gap so to speak between artists and fans, and it’s no secret the internet is the greatest medium to get your business around the world in seconds.
Relative to all this, starving/over-eagerly aggressive/aspiring artists take great advantage of reaching out to these celebs. Many would call that a good and or bad thing. However, on the flip side, celeb artists are people too, and not even the average MoJane wants someone sweating them all the time. Many people don’t think about this.
While some artists socialize more than others, would you still buy their music if they didn’t? Is it about being sociably engaged with them or supporting their music regardless? I have to say for myself, I’m a music lover first… and was one well before social media took over the web. I support good music regardless of the social engagement.
On the other hand, I can understand why many artists may not utilize the social medium outlet. It’s easy for things to get flipped out of proportion, especially if the gossip media feels like having a field day!
Your thoughts?
Wow.. so this has been a long time coming… and it’s fun to be here! I’m already feeling the energy! Welcome to Studio Noize. This is and will not be an ordinary business-bloated/gossip-bearing blog!:) How could it be?… We’re in the studio baby! You have entered my personal and professional haven of studio chatter.
I promise to keep the atmosphere warm, inviting, informative, creative, and cozy for pleasant conversation, socialization and communication. You are invited to relax as the lights are toned down and the heat is up. As in any studio environment… we are gonna press record and allow the rest to be history. As this is just the beginning… I’m glad you are apart of this exciting milestone.
‘Noizey Blog’… is exactly what it is… We all get to hang out and make noize together baby. ‘Featured Noize’ will be the musical highlights of awesome, entertaining and talented artists, producers, spoken word poets, musicians, and anyone else who creates noize in the studio! ‘Friday Friendz’ will be a weekly select few of my Twitter fam of which I highly recommend for follow-ship. ‘Noizey Reviewz’ will be my highlights of gear and other studio and production goodies (You want me to try out your product? Let’s connect!). ‘Random Noize’ will be just that, including audio ‘Bloggin From My ‘Berry’ (Black Berry Storm) whereas each post will deliver whatever vibe/thought process I’m feeling at that particular time.
As I’m excited, I hope you are too. Thanks for joining me… I’m looking forward to sharing this journey with you! There’s so much more to come!!!
Welcome my friend…
~Lady
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