Showing posts with label Promotion Teams. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Promotion Teams. Show all posts

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Switchfoot Podcast 35 and iTunes Request Week



"'nuff said"

Go to your itunes and refresh your podcasts!

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Ok. So we've been campaigning very hard for "This Is Home." However, it is only getting significant airplay on Radio Disney and a few other Hot AC stations. A big basis that radio stations look at now for songs to add to their playlists is what is selling well on iTunes.

We also know that iTunes has "This Is Home" as an album-only, meaning that in order for people to get the song, they need to buy the whole "Prince Caspian" soundtrack. Unfortunately, many people have been turned off by this, and many potential NEW Switchfoot fans are left looking to limewire or bittorrents to get the song for free.

The time for us to make an impact is now! iTunes does have a request page to request for songs to add to the music store. It is pretty self-explanatory. Make sure you select "Request a Song" under the "Request Type" drop-down menu.

Go there now, and put in a request for the "This Is Home" single. For continuity, here's what you should put in:

Song: This Is Home (Radio Version)
Artist: Switchfoot
Album: This Is Home - Single
Year: 2008
Record Label: lowercase people records/Walt Disney Records


If we get enough requests in, it might cause iTunes to really look into it! We need you all to spread this news to as many people as possible... it only takes less than a minute!

Lets do it footsoldiers! And remember to keep on requesting "This Is Home" on Radio Disney!

Tuesday, June 3, 2008

Download Switchfoot - "This Is Home" (Radio Edit) Single (Hi-quality) [Legally]!

EDIT (June 20, 2008): Apparently, the file has been taken off the server. This means that they probably do not want us downloading it off of there. I will not re-post it then, in that case.

This could also mean that iTunes may soon be posting the single! Fingers crossed.




Since it is readily available on the official website (if you look hard enough), and because it looks like iTunes will not be posting it for single purchase, here is a direct download of the radio single version of "This Is Home" in 160kbps glory!

Right-click, save target as here.

DISCLAIMER: This is NOT the same version that is featured in the actual Prince Caspian Soundtrack. It features a full drum kit arrangement, less strings, and a generally more upbeat sound. For those who would like the song only, this is the place. But please, please consider buying the soundtrack!

Besides that, enjoy! May it inspire you in your time of promoting the song and spreading it to the masses!

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Ok. Lots of news to catch up on. "We're so sorry we've been gone..." - Panic! At the Disco

First of all, ever wonder what Jon Foreman and the rest of the guys thought of David Cook's rendition of "Dare You to Move" on American Idol? Look no further:

Hollywood Insider


Among the music notables on the green carpet at Los Angeles' Greek Theater the other night (to view the final stage showdown of Battleground Earth: Ludacris vs. Tommy Lee, a month-long campaign/reality show airing on the brand new Planet Green network) were San Diego rockers Switchfoot, whose hit "Dare You to Move" was one of the three final numbers that clinched David Cook's American Idol win. Singer Jon Foreman told EW.com he was "honored" by the performance, which the band watched live. "We had just taped Leno and were over at a buddy's house for a barbeque when it came on," he said. "It was kind of a surreal moment. It's a really tough song to sing and I think he did a great job." As for Cook's future prospects? "People get all up in arms about the concept of instant success, but who knows what he's gone through to get here or where he'll head," said Foreman. "Ultimately, I think it's about music winning, and making music fans out of kids who can discover these older songs. It's better than playing video games."


Words of wisdom right there.

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Next, LOBH found a video of Tim Foreman talking about the writing process for "This Is Home"



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Next, a short article about Jon's upcoming Summer EP release. It's almost here! Can you believe that our journey is almost over?

Oh, and here's a little message from Jon about the end of the seasonal EP series:


05.28.08 Jon on "Summer"

"When the long, golden shadows of sunset stretch further and further. When our skin is dry and salty and brown and red. When the wind gently blows the sand along the pacific's edge, from the dead, brown lands into the bright blues."

This is the final season for the yearly journey I've been on. Summer, (for me) is bitter sweet; a season for cowboy prophets to mingle with mariachi bands over the dry grasses with just a hint of beach boy salt.

These EP's have been an incredible ride for me and I've been overwhelmed by the folks who've decided to be a part of this. I've got a few things coming up, (vinyl, home-made merch. and such...) but for now the musical journey is coming to a close. I'm hoping to take a few friends out and spread these songs around sometime. Till then, thanks for being a part of these songs. peace, jon


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Bro-Am is this Saturday! If you (like myself, due to graduation) can not make it, Land of Broken Hearts has got you covered. Go over there now and live it through their reporters! They are truly some awesome people over there!

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Now, for the CHARTS (for June 3, 2008)

"This Is Home"

Hot AC: 70 with 66 spins this week
Radio Disney: 29 with 25 spins this week
Christian AC: 32 with 195 spins


It is at its peaks with Hot AC and Christian AC right now, and it looks like its going to continue to pick up in the coming days!

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"This Is Home" Promotion Teams

The teams have been set. Go here to see the assignments.

There's a Youtube/Web Video team, a Radio team, and a Vh1/MTV/Radio Disney team. even if your name is not on the list, you can still help out! Sign up on the boards or comment here, and we'll add you to the list! We need all the help we can get! Footsoldiers, rise up!

Peace out!

Thursday, May 29, 2008

Switchfoot "Promotion Teams"; MTV and Vh1 bring it "Home"

First,
Sign on San Diego did a brief story with Jon Foreman about the upcoming Bro-Am, which is already next Saturday!

It's easy to sign a check to support a charity and many successful touring bands do just that. The effort highlights a cause, generates good publicity and offers the added benefit of a tax write-off.

But Switchfoot singer Jon Foreman and his bandmates have another motive behind giving back. The North County-based rock group hosts a Bro-Am beach event every year because they like to switch places – as the band's surfing-move handle suggests. The way to do that is to elevate a cause they believe in while extending a hands-on approach to helping.

“The solo project and the Bro-Am are an attempt to be human again, really,” said Foreman, who performs an acoustic set Wednesday night during the Bro-Am charity auction at Pacific Coast Grill.

“We are hoping we can enable others to step up on stage as we step down into the community.”


Read the rest of the article here

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In other news, MTV.com and Vh1.com both uploaded "This Is Home" on the website today!

MTV.com
VH1.com

Remember, this doesn't mean the videos have been added to actual channel yet. We will continue to request the video and Wildcard it for the 5/20 campaign! We're making progress Footsoldiers!

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"This Is Home Promotion Teams!"

Our good friend Jason from the official message boards is holding an open "Roll Call" to get sign ups for "This Is Home" promotion teams. The idea is to have separate teams promoting "This Is Home:" A youtube team, mtv/Vh1 team, radio team, etc. etc. If you're a boardie, go there now and sign up! If you aren't, you can become one or comment on here, and we'll add you up to the list!!

It is vital that we have your full-on commitment in order for this thing to work! Please be sure you can contribute your time to this effort before signing up. This time around, we've got the support of Walt Disney Records/Hollywood Records for the single; we can make this song huge! Lets do it!

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CHARTS

"This Is Home"

Hot AC: 73 (+1 from yesterday) with 57 (+5 from yesterday) spins this week
Top 40: 293 (-11 from yesterday) with 5 spins this week
Radio Disney: 30 with 21 spins this week
Christian AC: 38 (-1) with 141 (+3 spins from yesterday) spins this week
Billboard Hot Christian Songs: 25 (+5 from last week)

"The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian Soundtrack"

Billboard 200: 31 (-5 from last week)
Billboard Comprehensive Albums: 32 (-6 from last week)
Billboard Top Soundtracks: 3 (same)
Billboard Top Digital Albums: 6 (-1 from last week)