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Comment on Entry by Toronto Independent Music Awards

Toronto Independent Music Awards — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 13:16:19 +0000

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Comment on Entry by The 2012 Stylus Awards – Presented by DJ Pioneer

The 2012 Stylus Awards – Presented by DJ Pioneer — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:12:23 +0000

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Comment on TIMA 2009-2010 WINNERS by vitaminwater at the toronto independent music awards | Vitamin Water

vitaminwater at the toronto independent music awards | Vitamin Water — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:06:45 +0000

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Comment on 5 Most Common Mistakes Bands Make Live by devo

devo — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 22:45:25 +0000

Hey, I agree with you 100%. My very first blog was about the fans: http://torontoima.com/new/music-blog/succeeding-in-music-the-people-you-need-to-know/. I think that’s actually the most obvious point of all. The reality is 99% of a band’s success is propelled by fans. Any band that doesn’t understand that concept isn’t a band really – they’re a bunch of people who play for their own self-gratification. Which is fine – if that’s your goal. I’ve seen some absolutely horrible band-fan interaction including spitting on fans at a gig, refusing to sign autographs or ignoring their existence… I don’t get it.

Thanks for your comment,

-Daniela Oliva
Exec. Producer, TIMA

Comment on 5 Most Common Mistakes Bands Make Live by Sharon

Sharon — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:00:44 +0000

Yet another article talking about what bands shouldn’t be doing, and not one single word about NOT being a dick to THEIR FANS. Seriously, what is it with the Canadian music industry? You folks DO know there’s an industry because of the people showing up to see the bands play, right? So, going by this, the ONLY people you need to be courteous and professional with are the other folks in the industry, but not the people who are PAYING TO SEE YOU.

Once, just once, I’d like someone to say, “Hey, be grateful there are people who want to give you money for things like CDs and merch, and sign autographs and pose for photos with a smile and a handshake. They deserve that.” Just once.

Comment on 5 Most Common Mistakes Bands Make Live by Peter Linseman

Peter Linseman — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:27:06 +0000

Thanks for spelling this out so clearly and for your firm but fair approach! I will share this in my workshops and with my artists, by quoting the great Daniela Oliva!
Happy Holidays and may the New Year bring joy to your heart, love to your home and peace to your world.
With Love Peter

Comment on Back to the Basics: How to Improve your Live Music Performance by 5 Most Common Mistakes Bands Make Live |

5 Most Common Mistakes Bands Make Live | — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 22:39:25 +0000

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Comment on Band Profile: The MacHams by Anna

Anna — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 06:05:51 +0000

Dear JP,

It’s Anna again, i’m just hoping that you’ll make another song dedicated to your brothers or mabey anyone. I just want you to have fun! (LOL)
I’m the biggest fan you ever had you don’t know how crazy i’m about you guys.

Love,
Anna Catherine<3<3<3<3:p

PS: Tell your brothers i said hi and please answer my coment!

Comment on Winners by Morning Coffee with David Farrell, December 27

Morning Coffee with David Farrell, December 27 — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 12:34:17 +0000

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Comment on Winners by Morning Coffee with David Farrell, December 27

Morning Coffee with David Farrell, December 27 — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 12:18:59 +0000