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March 15, 2005

Nationwide Exposure Without a Record Label

Geoff Byrd has become the new poster child for indie music success. This Portland, OR-based artist is getting commercial airplay in several markets across the U.S. He's been on the covers of Billboard magazine and Radio and Records. He has a growing legion of fans.

I'm happy to consider him an e-mail pal and fellow warrior in the independent music movement. But unlike many musicians who are working toward a worthy vision of success, Byrd is actually doing it and reaching unheard of levels ... without official industry backing.

This week the San Diego Union-Tribune ran an article that serves as a good overview of his career and rising status. Read the printer friendly page here. If that doesn't work, try this link.

There's also a six-page article on him in the March issue of Unsigned Music Magazine and a piece on the Always On web site.

Read about Geoff Byrd and know that he is paving the way for many more indie success stories to come.

posted by Bob Baker @ 8:24 PM   2 comments

2 Comments:

At Mar 22, 2005 1:51:00 PM, Anonymous Kenneth Hamlett said...

I have to say that the interview we conducted with Geoff was one of our favorites. Not only is he a highly talented musician, but he is a down to earth, driven man. He will succeed in large part due to his determination and his passion for his music.

Thanks again Geoff for a wonderful interview.
Ken Hamlett
Publisher
UNSIGNED Music Magazine

 
At Jun 5, 2006 6:53:00 PM, Blogger debetty said...

This is cool. I completely agree! Geoff is incredible and I had the pleasure of getting to a couple of his shows in OR and CA.

I wait to see him open for Hall and Oates this June, but I will miss the rest of the band. They are equally fine artists! They give a strong show, energy and fun.

I love every single song, he just amazes me. What amazes me more, is why I can't hear him on Calif. radio stations... not that I can't play his cd every single day, because I do, but would love to see him to sweep the state.

Each and every article I find, gives great reviews.

 

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