Thursday, March 05, 2009

6 Ways To Sell More Rap Beats

Over the past few years rap beat websites have launched all over the internet but only a few music producers seem to know how generate a comfortable living online from the rap beats.

If you are an upcoming rap beats makers and would like to learn how to sell more rap beats then pay close attention to the quick easy steps outlined below to help you get to the next level in the music industry.

Step 1:

In order to sell more beats online it is wise to own your own website. Most music producers attempt to sell their beats on sites like MySpace, BeatSwagger, Sound Click and a ton of other sites.

While this method can be used a secondary source of website traffic, you are competing for the same customers as thousands of other rap beat makers.

So your best bet is to get your own website.

Step 2:

Create a professional looking website built on an HTML platform instead of a Flash platform. By create a professional looking HTML website your potential customers will not to upgrade their Flash Player to access your site.

Step 3:

Secure your rap beats from thieves that roam the internet looking for free music. This can be done by selling your beats from several sites like Payloadz, e-Junkie or TradeBit.

Step 4:

Create a membership website that allows potential customers to sign up and listen to 2-5 free beats. Simple Member Pro is a good script to use that offers a lot of security.

Step 5:

Get a header and footer for your website. This will cost you about $75 for high quality graphics header, footer and logo.

Step 6:

Use forums and other social media websites like Twitter, MySpace and Facebook to generate traffic and buzz for your new rap beats website.

If you would like to find websites that have successfully created rap beats websites check out the following links below.

Mix Me Entertainment, Beats365.com and Beats2Rap2.com

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