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Northwest Christian Music Twitter Campaign

Justen Martian — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 23:01:15 +0000

What is it?

The Twitter Campaign is a new promotion tool that we are launching in hopes to get more followers on Twitter. Another reason, is to get more people interested in Northwest Christian Music, and the Artists that we promote on our website.

How Can The Artists Help?

Most if not all of the Artists on our website should have received either an email or a message via Myspace about how you can help. The message included what to post on Twitter with a link to your profile on our website. We sent this message out to all Artists who have Twitter accounts. If you did not receive a message from us, and would still like to be involved with the Twitter Campaign, feel free to email info@nwchristianmusic.com .

How Can Others Help?

Other people can simply help by doing the following:

1. Follow @nwcm on Twitter. Be sure to sign up if you don’t have a Twitter Account.
2. Post This On Twitter (Update You Status):
Check out NW Christian Music. Album Reviews, Artist News, Contests, Music Videos, Podcasts, and more. http://bit.ly/auOpDn – Follow @nwcm.
3. RT an @nwcm tweet. For example:
RT @nwcm Show your support for Northwest Christian Music: music videos, reviews, news, contests and more!

Thanks For Helping Us Out!

-Justen Martian

Merry Christmas

Justen Martian — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 08:00:08 +0000

Christmas is finally upon us. I am sipping a cup of Hot Chocolate as I write this blog post, and can only think of what this day can hold. Many families and friends will gather for a time of opening presents, eating, and celebrating the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. With the busyness of the Christmas season, we often look past the true meaning of Christmas. I always love reading over the Christmas story in Luke Chapter 2, of how Jesus was born to the virgin Marry in a manger. I also love the song “I Celebrate The Day” by Relient K. It simply says:
“And the first time that You opened Your eyes
Did You realize that You would be my Savior?
And the first breath that left Your lips
Did You know that it would change this world forever?”

Jesus Christ being born in a manger, He had no idea that He would be the savior to this world, The One that conquered death. The One that forgives sin’s and wants relationship with every single person. That is what really gets me excited about Christmas is our Lord and Savior.

May this Christmas bring you Joy, Peace and many blessings.

Merry Christmas,
Justen & The Northwest Christian Music Team

Using Twitter To Keep Fans Informed

Justen Martian — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:07:12 +0000

Twitter is a constantly growing Social Network, and is being used more everyday by people. I have seen where bands & artists have started to jump on the bandwagon and use Twitter to help keep their fans informed. There is so much you can do with twitter from posting Pictures, Video, News, and Random Thoughts.

Pictures (Twitpic)

Basically what Twitpic does, is let you share pictures via Twitter. You can either upload the pictures via the website or from your mobile phone. Where this could come in handy in a band/musician standpoint is, posting pictures from your shows and random places you go on Tour. http://twitpic.com/

Video (TwitVid)

The easiest and quickest way to share videos on Twitter from your phone or computer. Also, you can share videos in Realtime. Post those funny moments from tour, or clips from your show. As well as video from in the studio. Another way of sharing content on Twitter. http://www.twitvid.com/

News & Random Thoughts

Post upcoming shows, album releases and other band news and your fans will get the updates to their either on the web or phone depending on how they have it set up. As well as share random thoughts such as where your going to eat dinner at, and maube even some random facts abut members in the band. All of that can be done via the Twitter interface of from your phone.

So as you can see, Twitter can be used to gain fans and keep current fans informed on whats going on with you. It’s the best thing to use for a mobile fan club also, since it’s FREE! So if you don’t already have a twitter, than you should make one. It’s one valuable tool your going to want to use. If you do use Twitter, well Tweet on!

A few NW Band’s who use Twitter
@thewaitingkind, @thenewdivide, @ahopeforhome, @Fallstar777

Rethink Monthly Looking For Artists To Submit Music

Justen Martian — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 20:42:04 +0000

I received this email from Chris Treborn who is helping Rethink Monthly on Rethink Radio looking for Artists to submit music.

Dear Artist,

I have been asked to work with Rethink Monthly on Rethink Radio. Currently it is kind of basic, as we just share the music in MP3 format. Please check out http://rethinkmonthly.com and see what we have going right now. As we gain momentum, I plan on making more of Rethink Radio & with the help of artists like you, we can expand.

We need Quality songs of all different genres, and we prefer family friendly material, suitable for all of our readers & listeners. Feel free to submit as many songs as you would like, but we can’t play them all, and we will try to pick the best of the bunch. In some cases, we might have to say NO to submissions. So, please don’t be discouraged if we do not play your music on Rethink Radio.

Email MP3(s) to: Cassandra@Treborn.com
I think email will allow you about two songs but it might be easier using my DropBox. Go to:
http://soundcloud.com/x3b/dropbox/profile

Thank you for your time and talent.

Chris Treborn | G-Rated ENT.
(Rethink Radio Liaison)

Latest Artist News Now On Profiles

Justen Martian — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 06:08:07 +0000

We have just implemented a new feature that we feel you all would benefit from. You can now find out whats going on with your favorite NW Christian Artists on their individual profiles. You’ll see a new section “Latest News” was added to the top of their profiles. In the area you will find links to the latest news that was posted on the artists/band. We hope you like this new feature. Please let us know by commenting below.

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Northwest Christian Music Forum – New and Improved

Justen Martian — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 23:59:06 +0000

Today marks a new era in the NWCM Forum Community. We have cleared out the
spam, increased security measures, and upgraded to the latest forum
technology.

We invite you all to come back and enjoy the new improvements and
participate in brand new discussions.

While we are running on a new and improved platform all of your user
accounts, topics, and posts are still around for you to use and enjoy.

NWCM Staff is committed to increasing your enjoyment and ease of use. If
you have any questions, comments, or concerns don’t hesitate to contact
NWCM Staff. Here is to a bright future for the website and community!

http://www.nwchristianmusic.com/forum/

Things To Do This Summer

Justen Martian — Wed, 27 May 2009 05:15:57 +0000

We have provided you with a list of stuff you could do this summer.

1. Attend A Concert/festival
Out of all the concerts that are happening over the summer, why not checkout some of the local talent in the Northwest Christian Music scene? You can find links on artists profiles to their Myspace, on which you can find all of their upcoming shows. There are also a number of Music Festivals happening over the summer, we’ll do our best to keep our Events section jammed packed of festivals, and big shows that are happening.

2. Discover New Artists
Do you ever get tired of hearing that same song over and over again on your iPod? We have a solution for you, checkout some new rising local NW Christian Artists out. Give their songs a listen to on their Myspace, Purevolume, and if you like it, why not buy it? Our list of artists is continuing to grow, so be sure you check it out. http://www.nwchristianmusic.com/artists/

3. Stay Up To Date On Things
Don’t you hate when you are out of the loop on things? Well do yourself a favor, and get into the loop on whats going on in the Northwest Christian Music Scene. Here are a few ways to do so.

1. Follow Us On Twitter.
2. Subscribe to content on the website via RSS Feeds.
3. Become a fan of Northwest Christian Music on Facebook.
4. Become our friend on Myspace.

Over 1,000 Followers On Twitter

Justen Martian — Tue, 12 May 2009 04:09:30 +0000

Today we have reached over 1,000 followers on Twitter. Which is pretty remarkable, seeming we started using twitter a month or two ago to it’s full potential. We believe Twitter is just another tool we can use to make it that much easier and more convenient for you get the latest news on Artists/Bands, The Website, Podcast’s, Album Reviews and more. So the tweets shall continue, and you should follow if you haven’t yet already.

http://www.twitter.com/nwcm

Habitat For Humanity Benefit Concert Recap

Justen Martian — Fri, 08 May 2009 00:34:47 +0000

Almost a month ago we hosted a benefit concert for Habitat For Humanity. We’d first like to start out by thanking all of you who attended. We had a very successful night with raising over $200 for Habitat For Humanity and having around 80 people show up for the event. The money raised is going to help the local Evergreen Habitat For Humanity, so it is making a difference in the community where NW Christian Music is based and where the concert was hosted at. Below you will find a highlight video from the event. Enjoy…