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Music Dopeness and Bands as Brands (Part 1)

Music Dopeness and Bands as Brands (Part 1)

By Ryan Van Etten on 11/19/2009

So you consider music as your profession? Then whether you like it or not, your band is your brand. You may think you are defined by your style and sound, but nowadays your are ultimately defined by your fans and their perception of you. When you look in the social-media mirror your public face should be a reflection of your private face.

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