Sky Life Promotions: September 2011

MUSIC VIDEO COMPETITION ( SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO )

Welcome to Sky Life Promotions, This year you have managed to see us expand in many different directions to create the ultimate network with no one person at the head of the operation, we have managed to have guest hostess to our current two challenges the first being 12 Interviews in a year something that we challenged ourselves to do to see if we could rise to the challenge of the people and place as many visual interviews as possible, and our second that has been buzzing for awhile but timing is everything and everything has it's time to shine, so I now bring to you our latest challenge to the table and this is for the public, everywhere you turn you hear artist speak of exposure and threw this challenge if you win we give you exposure all you have to do is submit your music video, and let the followers of this website vote on who they think has the best video and from there you gain your International exposure with the help of Gemjin.com show SKY LIFE /3045 RADIO and it's host International Beckett and Technical Thad.

ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO TO WWW.SKYLIFEPROMOTIONS@GMAIL.COM

WE MAKIN IT MAG

I Publish Makin' It Magazine, the #1 resource and success guide for people in the urban music industry. Each issue contains a listing of Major Industry Events, Informative Articles, Advice from People in the Industry and over 100 Contacts for DJs, Producers, A&Rs, Artists and Industry Professionals. We are a REAL (Print) magazine that is distributed to over 100 Markets across the US. We've been in business for going on 5 years and have a VERY loyal following as you can see online.

What people are saying about us on Twitter!

"How To Start a Record Label" - Youtube Video with
30,000+ Plays and 150+ Comments

Our Facebook Page

Getting featured in the magazine is very simple. All you have to do is purchase space which can be used for an Ad or Promotional Write-up. Slots start at just $200 and increases based on size and visibility. Our staff writers handle all promotional features. Advertisers are given the opportunity to revise all stories before going to print. For more information on advertising in the magazine just visit http://www.ihollamailer.com/system/link.php?M=585059&A=216&L=55&F=Hto receive complete price list.
If you want to get your hands on the magazine, you can purchase the most recent issue online for just $9.95 or get a one year subscription for $25.95 including access to additional online content, give aways, discounts with promotional partners and more. http://www.ihollamailer.com/system/link.php?M=585059&A=216&L=167&F=H
The magazine also runs a variety of programs and promotions designed to help independents get exposure and make money. Here's a brief list of some of the programs:

USB Record Pool - Get your singled distributedon custom manufactured USB Drives to 250 Club, Mixtape & Radio DJs. Song placement includes 4 versions of song with photo and contact info.
On The Grind Mixtape - Get your music rated by 50+ DJs and reviewed by Major Label A&R for the opportunity to get placed on 5,000 Mix CDs distributed in Atlanta.
http://www.ihollamailer.com/system/link.php?M=585059&A=216&L=11&F=H
Who Got Hits Mixtape - Get targeted distribution of your single to 1,000 potential fans. Includes guaranteed listens and consumer feedback.

We also organize promotional campains and packages including Ads, Record Servicing, CD & Flyer Distribution, Event Planning, Email Blasts, Viral Marketing, Graphic Design, Printing, Online Promotions, Fanbase Management, Consulting, Contests, Public Relations, etc. All campaigns are based around the clients budget and start at $500.
I had intended to make this email as short as possible but there was a lot of ground to cover. If you're involved in the entertainment industry or interested in our company, GO sign up for our email list at www.MakinItMag.com/mail
Note: Unlike most email blasts, our goal isn't to get paid for sending you stuff... Its sending you stuff to GET YOU PAID! We only send out one or two emails per week and they always include business contacts, customer leads, resources, informative articles or business opportunities.
If you have any questions about the company, feel FREE to give me a call at 678.570.2745. This is my personal Cell phone number so please do not call after 10PM EST and DO NOT add it to your text messaging list.

"Support those that support you!"
Kelby Cannick
CEO, Makin' It Magazine
(678) 528.6925 Ext 710

WILLL NEAL INTERVIEW

WHEN DID YOU START IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY?

We first started the group and performing in late 2007.

- WHERE ARE YOU FROM?
Split Tone is Jacksonville....Most of our members were born and raised here. Our horn secion comes from Miami, St. Pete, and Atlanta.

- WHAT WAS THE FIRST SONG YOU DID?

I'm pretty sure the first song we played was a Pepper song, either "Stormtrooper" or "Too Much" What is funny is that we started very early on playing tons of Pepper and Sublime, while you will still hear the Sublime in us, Pepper is not as evident. Funny how that works.

- HOW DID IT MAKE YOU FEEL?

Our first show actually had about 200+ people packed in a small beer and wine bar. The support and just the feeling of performing good music was great and is what fuels our desire to perform still today.

- WHAT MESSAGE ARE YOU TRYING TO SEND?

I wouldn't say we have a distinct message or agenda, we just try to keep the positive vibrations, the energy, and the good times flowing.

- WHO DO YOU WANT TO REACH?

Our typical audience is somewhere between 16-36. We really don't focus on any one demographic. We just want to play music that we love and enjoy and do it to the best of our abilities. Hopefully with that as our main focus, the fans will all fall into place.

- NAME SOME PEOPLE THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO WORK WITH?

We would work with anyone who vibes with our sound or and is positive. We have been fortunate to perform and share the stage with those from local acts and talents, to performers as well known as Tonto Metro and Devante, TOK, and Ludacris

- HOW DID YOU GET YOUR STAGE NAME?

Well we started as a cover band, but we played many different styles of covers from roots reggae like Capleton to west coast stuff like sublime, and tunes from other genres like cold play, citizen cope, dr. dre, outkast, jay-z, trick daddy, jack Johnson, and Dave Matthews. Because we play a lot of different genres we wanted to incorporate that into our band name. We felt that Split Tone did that, b/c it conveys to the audience that we are not just one standard sound like so many other bands gravitate to-

WHAT CAN YOUR FANS EXPECT FROM YOU IN 2010?

We would like to focus on recording new material in 2010. Most of the local scene, primarily Jax Beach, knows of us as bar band. People enjoy our live shows. However, we want to really showcase the high level of creative, musical minds that give the band its sound. Our Goal for 2009 was to expand our horizons all over Florida and the southeast. We feel that we have met and exceeded that goal. We know regularly perform in South Beach Miami, St. Thomas Virgin Islands, all the way up to the pan handle in Panama City Beach. Hopefully 2010 will bring us further than just the southeast.

- WHAT MOTIVATES YOU TO KEEP STRIVING FOR YOU DREAMS?

All of the people who have touched our lives motivates us to keep striving to achieve our dreams. We feel we posses a unique talent and sound and have a conviction to cultivate it and let it grow to bring happiness to others
- WHAT DO YOU REP?
DUUUUUUUUVVVAAAALLLLL!!!!!!!!!!!!
- WHAT DO YOU LISTEN TO IN YOUR iPod?
Lots of things. Mostly reggae, but we definitely listen to a lot of old school Hip Hop, Funk, and Rock. Basically anything that rides and gives you that internal energy that forces you to move. Definitely avoid that emo crap though. Were tired of hearing about how sad grown dudes are because their girl left them.

- DO YOU LISTEN TO LOCAL ARTIST?

There are a couple local artists that we really like. We are good friends with Nathan Holley, Charlie Walker and the Lions of Jah. They are great musician/songwriters. We also like Hard Headz. They opened for Ludacris with us back in October 2009 at UNF. There are other great musicians and bands around town that we enjoy to listen to and hang with.

- WHAT THE NEXT PROJECT THAT YOU ARE WORKING WITH?

We recently released a live project, “Split Tone Live @ Cypress”. This is a live recording we did at Cypress Recordings. Our next project will be a closed studio session. We are in the process of writing and pre-producing for this project. We are aiming to highlight the strengths of every member in the band. This project will be an even better representation of what the band has to offer as performers and writers.

- WHAT WAS THE FIRST SHOW THAT YOU DID AND WHERE?

The first show was put together by Ryan(lead vocals/Guitar) and Joey(keys/vocals/percussion) because they had been playing around at friends' parties for years and everyone wanted to know when they were going to put a band together. Some of our friends played a yearly gig at House of Jam every thanksgiving. It was a beer and wine bar that could fit 150 people comfortably. Our friends asked if we wanted to open up for them, and we decided to make it a full band deal. With a few weeks to practice and promote we got some guys together and played about 15 songs to over 200 people with more than 50 people waiting outside to get in. It was a good first show. Lots of support. I think we made $60 that night.

- WHAT INFLUENCED YOU TO BE MUSICIAN?

JOEY(Key): At 6 my parents made me do piano lessons early on and I hated it. I've been around music my whole life. My mom and her sisters sing every time they get together. My dad and siblings can play piano a bit too. I got a drum set and Ryan and I started playing together at 14. Djembe and keyboard came right around then too. I wanted to do what Ben Folds and Carter Beauford do, at the same time. Eh I was 14.
RYAN(vocals): My dad played music and I knew that since the time I could talk so I guess by default he influenced me. Also music itself influenced me, just hearing it is music to my ears lol.
Nick(trumpet)-Ever since grade school I have found it fascinating to be able to produce sounds that made people happy. I have been playing and performing since 6th grad and haven't stopped since.