Dumb and Dumbest #216: The Video Challenge


 

Video is the major way to reach people and get your band directly into people’s lives.  Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #216 is streaming now and it’s an interview about The Video Challenge! Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), in addition to the podcast, Matt and Curtis host The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading


Dumb and Dumbest #209 – Ethan Lee McCarthy of Primitive Man on DIY


 

DIY is not just a slogan or a lifestyle, it’s a way to run ablean business model as a band or an artist.  Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #209 is streaming now and it’s an interview with Ethan Lee McCarty of Primitive Man on the Brutality of DIY. Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), in addition to the podcast, Matt and Curtis host The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading


Dumb and Dumbest #206: Social Media Marketing With Monica Strut


 

Every single piece of content your band creates be it a single release, to the announcement of tour dates, to merch is an opportunity to reach your audience using social media. Dumb and Dumbest #206 is streaming now and it’s all about Social Media Marketing ed by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), in addition to the podcast, Matt and Curtis host The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading


Dumb and Dumbest #205 – Angry Metal Guy Returns!


 

Angry Metal Guy is back on the podcast and he’s dishing it hard on all kinds of topics such as why KISS sucks and Iron Maiden rules, how to pitch Music Journalists, and more! Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #205 is streaming now: Angry Metal Guy Returns! Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), in addition to the podcast, Matt and Curtis host The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading


Dumb and Dumbest #203: Promo Photos and You


Believe it not, your weak band promo photos can keep you from getting coverage from magazines, websites, and blogs. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #200 is streaming now and it’s all about Promo Photos and You! Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions)  and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), in addition to the podcast, Matt and Curtis host The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading


Dumb and Dumbest #202: When Is Your Band Ready To Tour? (Feat: Tankcrimes Records’ Scotty Heath)


 

How do you know if your band is really read to begin touring? It’s not enough to want to do it. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #203 is streaming now and it’s all about When Is Your Band Ready To Tour? (Feat: Tankcrimes Records’ Scotty Heath). Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), in addition to the podcast, Matt and Curtis host The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading


Dumb and Dumbest # 200: The Top 10 Guests So Far


 

Dumb and Dumbest has reached Episode 200! Thanks to all the listeners and guests who have supported the show! Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #200 is streaming now and it’s all about  The Top 10 Guests So Far with Keith Chachkes of Ghost Cult Magazine! Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), in addition to the podcast, Matt and Curtis host The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading


Dumb and Dumbest #199 – Getting People To Come To Shows


 

Getting fans to come out to your shows is not just important to your bottom line, not improving can cost you greater opportunities in the industry. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #199 is streaming now and it’s all about Getting People To Come To Shows! Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), in addition to the podcast, Matt and Curtis host The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading


Dumb and Dumbest # 198 – Scotty Tankcrimes Rants About Flyering


If your band has a show booked and you think just putting up a Facebook event post, you have majorly screwed up your life! Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #198 is streaming now and it’s all about Scotty Tankcrimes Rants About Flyering! Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), in addition to the podcast, Matt and Curtis host The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading


Dumb and Dumbest #201: Simplification


 

Sometimes the way to cut through the noise of everything is to keep your messaging simple, from the words to the tactics. Dumb and Dumbest Podcast number #201 is streaming now and it’s all about Simplification! Hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions) and Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR), in addition to the podcast, Matt and Curtis host The Music Marketing Challenge, a low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists. Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! Message them at the links below. Continue reading