Websites

The purpose of having a website is because it means that the band/artists can keep fans up to date with whats happening with them. To keep fans engaged and attract new fans. To post about what the band/artists are getting up to and where and when tours are happening.
What should be included? When making a website you need to make a title that states your bands name. It will need to be at the top of your website and it needs to stand out so that the viewers of your website will be attracted to it and remember it. You need to have the latest news about your band and what tours they are doing and how the bands doing. The reason for this is to reach out the fans and keep them intrigued and engaged and to attract new fans. You need to include shows that you and your band are doing also events, tours, performances etc. The reason for this is interaction with fans and meaning that fans are able to find out where you and your band will be meaning you are able to make money. You need behind the scenes stuff including photos and social networking links to gain a wider following fan base. This means you and your band are able to gain a wider following and larger target audience. You need information about you and your band as well as information of each member like a biography of everyone. You will need podcasts and home videos to give your fans something to laugh at or gain something from. You need a newsletter system for fans to sign up to and gain information about events etc. You will also need a mail address for fans who want to write to you and your band.