SOCIAL MEDIA FOR MUSICIANS: TURNING FOLLOWERS INTO FANS
Written By Ruben Burgos
Followers do not build careers.
Fans build careers.
There is a major difference between somebody who likes a post and somebody who supports your music.
Artists often spend too much time trying to go viral instead of building relationships.
Social media should accomplish several goals:
• Introduce your personality.
• Showcase your music.
• Build trust.
• Encourage interaction.
• Create community.
People support people before they support products.
Show your recording sessions.
Show your struggles.
Show your victories.
Show your process.
Allow people to connect with the human being behind the music.
Consistency matters more than perfection.
An artist posting valuable content four times per week often outperforms an artist posting once every month.
Content ideas include:
• Studio footage
• Lyrics breakdowns
• Behind-the-scenes videos
• Performance clips
• Fan questions
• Production sessions
• Song explanations
• Day-in-the-life content
The goal is not simply views.
The goal is relationships.
Artists who build communities create longevity.
Social media is not replacing the music industry.
Social media is the new front door to the music industry.
When people know you, they trust you.
When they trust you, they support you.
When they support you, your career grows.