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The Banski Show – Episode 2Networking & Music MarketingGuest: Matt BaconBanski and Matt discuss networking, social media strategies and tips on how to better connect with you audience.Standout Quotes:"You're not going to fall off a mountain" - [Matt]"There are things you can do that take your position and elevate people who deserve to be elevated" - [Matt]"Not only do you plant the seeds, you don't do it just willy-nilly... just to check it off your list, you do it meaningfully" - [Banski]"Any rapper who really gets somewhere, there's some sort of brand association that goes into that" - [Matt]"A rapper's name literally becomes the brand, but what does it represent?" - [Banski]"Creating content tells your story, and that's how humans remember things...that's how you get points across" - [Matt]"You have to tell your stories cos no one's telling the story for you" - [Matt]"Nobody gives a shit about you, they only care about themselves, so make caring about you caring about them" - [Matt] Episode Timeline:[02:28] Introducing today's guest, Matt Bacon aka @Bacons.bits, as he shares his background.[08:30] How did you get started with music marketing?[20:10] Matt discusses how he creates beneficial connections with famous personalities.[29:45] What kind of advice would you give a rapper in this day and age?[32:52] The role of Brand Association especially with Rap music.[40:06] The importance of telling your story[44:17] Matt shares a tip he used to increase his followers in a short period.To connect with Matt. (Social media - @Bacon.bits), and for those into metallic hardcore, check out the new band "Capra".