Interview with Matt Harris, A&R for Plain White T's - Mar 31, 2008"I'm on Myspace everyday!"
Matt Harris, who signed and broke Plain White T's (Top 10 US) on the strength of their indie releases and high Myspace profile, talks to HitQuarters about just how crucial it is for bands to do a lot of ground work before breaking through on a major.
From building a local following, to touring both clubs and radio shows, and up to genre niche strategies - Harris outlines Plain White T's road to success, a model for all aspiring artists out there. Click here to read more |
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