Internet and Musicians/ Bands
Small bands and independent musicians are a group of people who do not have many resources available to them right now. Also, since this particular group is not always obvious, not many start-ups have focused on them.
However, things are changing. Success of websites like cdbaby.com does prove that the group is now turning to the web to find their success.
There are many resources available in the form companies and organizations that promote the individual bands or sell their music. However, there are no services that we know of that work at the grass root level.
BandChemistry.com was formed to bridge this gap. Their website says that they allow members to “make your band, find your sound”. The website helps musicians and bands to find each other so that they can produce the next Beatles or Elvis of the decade.
The service includes a free profile for everyone but one needs to subscribe to see the complete profiles of all members. Paid members also have chance to showcase their music by uploading their MP3s. All other paid members will be able to download their music and in a way, test them out before they approach the members for further consideration. The subscription rates are also very nominal - starting at five bucks for a month to twenty for a full year.
The site is aimed towards both – recruiters or bands that are looking for new members to musicians who are looking for members to join them.
As Thomas Friedman says in his book, The World in Flat, the playing field is leveled now for everyone. There has never been a better time to collaborate on projects and be able to work on projects that previously were difficult to do due to limited means of communication.
The internet has brought many strange people together. People who wouldn’t have known about the existence of others before the internet. We will stay tuned to BandChemistry to see if any great music results from this service. We hope that many will be able to make their band and find their sound!