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Topic: An interesting article listing things you are doing wrong with your social media strategy ... and we added a few of our own. Featured Artist: Brad Kleinschmidt: "Gone"Direct Download: https://s3.amazonaws.com/liog/LIOG_027_Social_Media_Mistakes.mp3

Topic: Everybody gets them, some never get over them. We take a look at the pressures of performing original music for the first time and how to deal with them. Featured Artist: Sugar Moon Rabbit: "Sounds of the City"Direct Download: https://s3.amazonaws.com/liog/LIOG_026_First_Time_Jitters.mp3

Topic: Sometimes praised, sometimes maligned, we look at the benefits of playing open mic nights, the different types, and choosing th eone that is right for you. Featured Artist: Brad Kleinschmidt: "Gone"Direct Download: https://s3.amazonaws.com/liog/LIOG_025_Open_Mic_Nights.mp3

Topic: Why is the under 21 demographic (particularly females) vital to the commercial success of your band? How can you make yourself more marketable to them? We've got a couple of insiders to explain it. Featured Artist: No Pit Cherries: "Pressure"Direct Download: https://s3.amazonaws.com/liog/LIOG_024_The_Imporant_Under-21_Demographic.mp3

Topic: Ryan M. Brewer (again...) talks about approaching your studio work and your stage show "with a purpose." Featured Artist: Jethro Easyfields: "Stoneyville"Direct Download: https://s3.amazonaws.com/liog/LIOG_023_From_Studio_to_Stage.mp3

Topic: Our biggest fan, Ryan M. Brewer, espouses his wisdom on booking tours and what you can expect from being on the road. Featured Artist: Joe Young: "My Beautiful, Beautiful Concrete Fragile Little Girl"Direct Download: https://s3.amazonaws.com/liog/LIOG_022_The_Realities_of_Touring.mp3

Topic: Our special guest, Ryan M. Brewer (uncredited) discusses why you need contracts, when you need contracts, why don't you have contracts?! Featured Artist: Katie Pedersen: "Tired"Direct Download: https://s3.amazonaws.com/liog/LIOG_021_Contracts.mp3

Topic: A brief discussion of Internet radio and the similarities and differences between RFI/DoItIndy and Indy In-Tune. Then a big, long discussion of albums that most-impacted our lives. Featured Artist: Bearbones: "Big Warm Fuzzy Heart"Direct Download: https://s3.amazonaws.com/liog/LIOG_020_Reflections_on_Internet_Radio.mp3

Topic: An impromptu discussion this week. Putting music in a genre is a necessary evil, some people like them, some don't. They come in very handy some times, they are burdens others. Featured Artist: Sphie: "Love is the Answer"Direct Download: https://s3.amazonaws.com/liog/LIOG_019_Pros_and_Cons_of_Genres.mp3

Topic: Is it easier to gain success and notoriety as a band or a solo artist? What are the advantages/disadvantages of each? Featured Artist: Eric Pedigo: "Entrust"Direct Download: https://s3.amazonaws.com/liog/LIOG_018_Bands_vs_Solo_Artists.mp3