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You know the old saying, “you never get a second chance to make a good first impression?” It’s especially true for musicians trying to get heard. It’s why we’re always encouraging you to use great photos and album artwork and constantly perfect your craft. And it’s why we’ve added the Song for Consideration feature to the opportunity submission process.

We’ve just made it easier to select the perfect song to submit to each new ReverbNation opportunity. Increase your odds of being chosen for tours, festivals, radio play, and more by selecting the best song for each opportunity submission. The “Song for Consideration” will be the first one promoters hear, so you can make it count.

Justin May 19, 2014 Product/Service RPK

Are Photography and Cover Art Important for Musicians?

As musicians, you spend most of your time writing and performing music that you hope will set you apart from the rest. Sometimes, you spend so much time focusing on music, that other important pieces that can help you get discovered are forgotten. One of the most important – and often forgotten – elements of your band’s presence is how you present yourself visually. [Tweet this]

You might already know that at ReverbNation, we provide opportunities for artists to play festivals, get featured in magazines, get airplay on radio and more. We work directly with promoters to bring these opportunities to you, the artist, and after you submit to the opportunities, the promoters select the best fit for the winner. A few months ago, we conducted a survey of 2,000 artists to find out how they think the opportunities process works.

What’s on tap this week on ReverbNation?

Music placement in the video game 1979 Revolution

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Location: Online
Genre(s): All

The gaming veteran who helped create the iconic looks of Grand Theft Auto III, Vice City, San Andreas, Max Payne I & II, Midnight Club Franchise, Manhunt and more is breaking new ground with the suspenseful action/adventure thriller 1979 Revolution. Based on the true events of the 1979 Iranian revolution, the game revolves around Reza, a fan of western American culture and music. Ten ReverbNation artists will have their tracks placed both in the game and on the score soundtrack.

Take your music to the next level, apply today! >

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Perform during Sundance Film Festival at Eco Hideaway

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Location: Park City, UT
Genre(s): Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Celtic, Christian Rock, Christian/Gospel, Country, DJ, Electronica, Hip Hop, Instrumental, Jam, Jazz, Pop, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly, Singer/Songwriter

Eco Hideaway, a socially-conscious, exclusive daytime lounge, is looking for artists to perform during Sundance, one of the United States’ largest independent film festivals. Last year, more than 40,000 attendees made their way to Park City for a week of films, fun and showcases featuring some of the biggest names in music. This year, 50 ReverbNation artists will be selected to perform at Eco Hideaway and have the chance to network with VIP press and media.

Get ready to lace up your snow boots and head to Park City! >

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National exposure in the film “Be 1 for Change”

Location: Online
Genre(s): All

The One Love Foundation exists to end relationship violence through education and technology. The organization is creating a film for the “Be 1 for Change” initiative, their signature program that aims to educate, create awareness and provide resources for people 16–24-years-old. The film, set to debut next year, will be part of their digital workshop and will be shown at high schools and colleges around the nation as well as be shipped to film festivals. One Love Foundation is searching for ReverbNation artists who are able to donate tracks to be featured in the film.

Apply today and give your music to a great cause! >

Don’t want to miss out on upcoming opportunities?

Here are four ways you can stay up-to-date on our latest gigs. We recommend using all of them to ensure nothing gets missed! Stalk us, we don’t mind. >

Follow our updates on Twitter (@ReverbNation or @Gigs) and Facebook
Check the email updates we send you
Check the latest Opportunities on this page
Go to your Control Room on your Reverb page > click “Opportunities”

Justin December 18, 2013 Opportunities RPK

Check out these great opportunities from ReverbNation!

Have your next single produced by Sarom

Location: Online
Genre(s): Hip Hop, Pop

Award-winning Philadelphia based music producer Sarom has a penchant for creating smash hit singles. He’s worked with top artists like Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Brooke Hogan, Enrique Iglesias and Big Sean. Sarom will select three ReverbNation artists to work with. The artists he chooses will have their next singles produced for free!

Don’t miss a beat, send in your RPK today. >

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Ink a development deal with Wright Stuff Management

Location: Online
Genre(s): All

Artist manager Donna Wright has always been at the forefront of the teen pop explosion. Her company, Wright Stuff Management, has been behind some of the greatest pop stars in recent history, including Backstreet Boys, N*SYNC and Pink. Three ReverbNation artists will be selected to join the Wright Stuff roster, and will have the chance to nurture their careers with some of the top names in the music business!

Do you have the right stuff? >

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Urban Ink Magazine is back!

Location: Online
Genre(s): All

With a circulation of 200,000 copies, Urban Ink Magazine is one of the leading publications celebrating urban tattoo culture. Its pages have been graced by sports stars, Olympic athletes, rappers and some of the world’s most talented tattoo artists. Each week, one ReverbNation artist will receive a spotlight feature on Urban Ink Magazine‘s homepage. ReverbNation artist Tora Woloshin was previously selected for a feature.

Ready for your music to leave a permanent mark? >

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Get your video played on MUSiiCO

Location: Online
Genre(s): Alternative, Dubstep, Experimental, Hip Hop, Indie, Jazz, R&B/Soul, Rock, Ska, Ambient, Blest, Folk, Instrumental, Pop, Rap, Comedy, Dance, Electronica, Funk, Jam, Metal, Punk, Reggae

MUSiiCO aggregates and curates the best music videos in Indonesia. With more than 15,000 viewers, MUSiiCO is a popular discovery site for fans and Indonesian music labels. Ten ReverbNation artists will be selected for a feature on the site as well as inclusion on the MUSiiCO Mixtape!

Indonesian artist looking for exposure? >

Don’t want to miss out on upcoming opportunities?

Here are four ways you can stay up-to-date on our latest gigs. We recommend using all of them to ensure nothing gets missed! Stalk us, we don’t mind. >

Follow our updates on Twitter (@ReverbNation or @Gigs) and Facebook
Check the email updates we send you
Check the latest Opportunities on this page
Go to your Control Room on your Reverb page > click “Opportunities”

Justin December 4, 2013 Opportunities RPK

See what’s on tap this week at ReverbNation!

Play SunFest, Florida’s largest waterfront music festival

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Location: West Palm Beach, FL
Genre(s): All

At least 15 ReverbNation acts will be selected to perform with superstar headliners at next year’s SunFest, Florida’s largest waterfront music festival. Held along the scenic Flagler waterfront, the 32nd annual event features more than 50 acts on 3 stages over 5 days. Over 170,000 people are expected to attend!

Ready for your time in the sun? >

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Perform for 140,000 at Cooper River Bridge Run

Location: Charleston, SC
Genre(s): All

Over 100,000 tourists and 40,000 runners will head to Charleston for the 37th annual Cooper River Bridge Run. Fifteen ReverbNation acts will be selected to perform at 1/4 mile intervals along the course of the 10k run. Participants and spectators will travel from around the world to attend, don’t miss your chance to play this energetic, fun and family-friendly outdoor gig!

Lace up your shoes and outrun the competition. >

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Rebel Ink Magazine is back!

Location: Online
Genre(s): All

Rebel Ink Magazine is back and looking for more tattooed ReverbNation acts to spotlight with a feature on the popular magazine’s homepage. Stars like Pink, Megan Fox, Tommy Lee and Dave Navarro have graced its cover. Each week, one ReverbNation artist will be selected to show off their extreme music and rebel ink. Tatted Los Angeles rockers Dead Day Revolution were among the latest Reverb acts to be featured, will you be next?

Get ready to show off your ink! >

Don’t want to miss out on upcoming opportunities?

Here are four ways you can stay up-to-date on our latest gigs. We recommend using all of them to ensure nothing gets missed! Stalk us, we don’t mind. >

Follow our updates on Twitter (@ReverbNation or @Gigs) and Facebook
Check the email updates we send you
Check the latest Opportunities on this page
Go to your Control Room on your Reverb page > click “Opportunities”

Justin November 20, 2013 Festival Opportunities RPK

This week on ReverbNation…

Perform for 10k music lovers at The Big Ticket 2013

Location: Jacksonville, FL
Genre(s): Alternative, Blues, Metal, Rock, Americana, Indie, Jam, Punk and Christian Rock

More than 10,000 music fans will flock to Jacksonville, Florida for The Big Ticket this December. This is your chance to play on the same bill as Stone Temple Pilots, Thirty Seconds to Mars, A Day to Remember, Jimmy Eat World, The Dirty Heads, Pepper, Manchester Orchestra, Twenty One Pilots, Frank Turner, Sleeping With Sirens and more! The promoters at Danny Wimmer Presents will select one ReverbNation act to take the stage at Metropolitan Park in front of new fans, managers, agents and music executives.

Clay Busch of Danny Wimmer Presents said, “ReverbNation is always at the forefront of what’s new, what’s fresh and what’s next. This is a great way for us to find upcoming and undiscovered talent who are going to be the future of their genre for many years to come!”

This could be your ticket to fame! >

Don’t want to miss out on upcoming opportunities?

Here are four ways you can stay up-to-date on our latest gigs. We recommend using all of them to ensure nothing gets missed! Stalk us, we don’t mind. >

Follow our updates on Twitter (@ReverbNation or @Gigs) and Facebook
Check the email updates we send you
Check the latest Opportunities on this page
Go to your Control Room on your Reverb page > click “Opportunities”

Justin October 30, 2013 Festival Opportunities RPK

Check out what’s on tap this week at the Nation!

Get cast in MTV’s new sound-alike show, Copycat

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Genre(s): Alternative, Blues, Christian/Gospel, Country, Electronica, Folk, Hip Hop, Jazz, Latin, Metal, Other, Pop, R&B/Soul, Rock, Reggae, Americana, Bluegrass, Dance, Indie, Jam, Rap, Singer Songwriter, Spiritual, World, Punk, Ambient, Christian Rock, Experimental, Funk, House and Rockabilly

Is your singing voice always compared to a current famous artist? Do your friends and family swear you sound just like Adele or Justin Timberlake? If so, here’s your chance to be cast on MTV’s new singer sound-alike competition, Copycat! Battle it out on stage with other singers for your chance at a cash prize. MTV is looking for 20 singers who have the chops to outshine their competitors.

Fire up the Katy Perry karaoke and get ready to rock. >

Spin at The Reebok Spartan Race

Location: Boston, MA and Malibu, CA
Genre(s): DJ, Electronica, Hip Hop, Pop, Rock, Dubstep, EDM, Funk and House

The Spartan Race, an obstacle course event designed to test the endurance, resilience and strength of thousands of competitors, is coming to Boston and Malibu! They’re looking for the best DJ’s in each area to spin during their events at the iconic Fenway Park and the cool Calamigos Ranch. These events will give you the chance to gain massive exposure to a venue packed with potential new fans. One ReverbNation DJ will be chosen to perform at each of the events.

High energy needed for this high intensity event! >

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Play the unsigned stage at Firefly Music Festival

Location: Dover, DE
Genre(s): Alternative, Folk, Hip Hop, Rock, Reggae, Americana, Indie and Singer Songwriter

Located in The Woodlands of Dover International Speedway, Firefly Music Festival has had more than a handful of notable past performers. Its stages have been home to Jack White, The Killers, The Black Keys, Death Cab for Cutie, John Legend and many more. In 2014, Firefly expects to see more than 85,000 fans a day walk through their gates. In an effort to engage up-and-coming talent, one entire stage will be dedicated to unsigned artists only! Three ReverbNation artists will get the chance to play for thousands of music fans during next year’s festival.

Don’t miss your chance to play the biggest music festival in the First State! >

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Don’t want to miss out on upcoming opportunities?

Here are four ways you can stay up-to-date on our latest gigs. We recommend using all of them to ensure nothing gets missed! Stalk us, we don’t mind. >

Follow our updates on Twitter (@ReverbNation or @Gigs) and Facebook
Check the email updates we send you
Check the latest Opportunities on this page
Go to your Control Room on your Reverb page > click “Opportunities”

Justin October 23, 2013 Festival Opportunities RPK

What’s on tap this week at ReverbNation?

Be filmed for the upcoming docu-series POP LIFE

Location: Online
Genre(s): Pop

Television production company Eastern, the minds behind smash hit shows Love & Hip Hop (VH1) and Crazy Hearts: Nashville (A&E), is searching for aspiring pop stars to take part in an upcoming docu-series called POP LIFE. Twenty aspiring ReverbNation stars, their managers and love interests will be considered for casting.

Have the personality, talent and ambition to be a double threat? >

Smile for the cameras as star of LAVIDA

Location: Online
Genre(s): Latin, Pop, World

Eastern, the television company responsible for millions of viewers tuning in to shows like Chrissy & Mr. Jones (VH1) and The New Atlanta (Bravo), is developing a new docu-series! LAVIDA focuses on the careers and personal lives of Latino artists looking to cross over into the mainstream American market. Twenty ReverbNation performers with charisma both on stage and off, along with their managers and love interests, will be considered for casting.

Ready for your close up? >

Music placement for TV, movies & more with Atrium Music

Location: Online
Genre(s): All

Atrium Music is on the hunt for new artists to add to their ever growing roster. The goal of this licensing company is to bridge the gap between artists and the business side of the music industry–understanding the value of the music created and treating it accordingly with placement in quality films, television shows and commercials. Past placements include The Bachelor, The Bachelorette, Bachelor Pad, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Necessary Roughness, Kourtney and Kim Take Miami and Ready For Love. They’re offering 10 to 20 ReverbNation artists the opportunity to be a part of their library.

Submit your RPK for a chance to join their list of talent! >

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Don’t want to miss out on upcoming opportunities?

Here are four ways you can stay up-to-date on our latest gigs. We recommend using all of them to ensure nothing gets missed! Stalk us, we don’t mind. >

Follow our updates on Twitter (@ReverbNation or @Gigs) and Facebook
Check the email updates we send you
Check the latest Opportunities on this page
Go to your Control Room on your Reverb page > click “Opportunities”

Justin October 9, 2013 Licensing Opportunities RPK

NEW FEATURE: Optimize Your Online Press Kit