BBC Introducing Masterclass 2013

Highlights videos from the BBC Introducing Masterclass 2013 including advice from Ben Howard, AlunaGeorge, Badly Drawn Boy, Tom Robinson and the Manic Street Preachers. Including tips for unsigned artists on making money, key roles in the industry and how to get radio play.

Steve Lamacq and Badly Drawn Boy on what makes a demo stand out
Steve Lamacq's demo bag panel discuss the elements that draw them to an artist or band.
Handing over your demos: What tactics work well?
Jackmaster, Geoff Ellis and Huw Stephens discuss the best ways to pass on your music demos
Devlin and Wretch 32 on getting ready for gigs
Devlin and Wretch 32 talk to 1Xtra's Charlie Sloth about pre-show nerves and routines.
Bethan Elfyn: Use your online presence to help DJs out
Radio Wales' Bethan Elfyn advises artists to avoid being obscure in their social spaces.
James Endeacott: If you want success, you've got to work at it
Music manager James Endeacott on the importance of artists putting in the effort.
How do you get festivals to take a risk with an urban act?
Festival promoter Geoff Ellis answers an audience question at the Introducing Masterclass.
Do musicians need a website?
Nick Burgess and Rigsy from BBC Radio Ulster discuss the value of band websites.
The value of gig exchanges and dominating your local scene
Festival booker Jon McIldowie and Virgin Records' Nick Burgess discuss gig exchanges.
Radio 1's Laura-May Coope on brand impact for unsigned artists
Radio 1's Social Media Producer talks about the importance of your online brand
Steve Lamacq's stage is invaded by a flock of demos
Punk singer John Robb encourages a stage invasion at the BBC Introducing Masterclass 2013.
Wretch 32 on meeting the right people
Wretch 32 talks about how to meet the right people to get ahead in the music industry.
Best of the BBC Introducing Musicians' Masterclass 2013
Highlights featuring Manic Street Preachers, Badly Drawn Boy, Wretch 32, and AlunaGeorge.
Wretch 32 and Devlin - Off With Their Heads (live at Maida Vale)
Wretch 32 and Devlin perform Off With Their Heads for the BBC Introducing Masterclass
Wretch 32 and Angel on being signed to a label
Wretch 32 and Angel give their insights on being signed and being an independent artist.
Ben Howard: from open-mic night to the Brits
Ben Howard's full conversation with Zane for BBC Introducing's Musicians Masterclass 2013.
Mike Smith explains publishing to Zane Lowe
Mike Smith from Mercury Records explains how the music business fits together.
Radio 1's Nigel Harding on getting airplay
Nigel Harding explains how to get on the Radio 1 playlist at the Introducing Masterclass
Bob Harris' tips on creating musical segues
The Radio 2 DJ discusses techniques he uses to create interesting musical segues.
James Dean Bradfield - A Design For Life
James Dean Bradfield from Manic Street Preachers performs A Design For Life
Tom Robinson: Radio is the destination, not the springboard
Tom Robinson shares his advice for new musicians' a the BBC Introducing Masterclass 2013
Badly Drawn Boy's advice for artists: 'Believe in yourself'
Badly Drawn Boy talks to Steve Lamacq about how being true to yourself pays off.
AlunaGeorge: how to make money while making music
AlunaGeorge give advice on how to make money while trying to make it in the music business
The Japanese Popstars and Pyscatron on crucial collaborations
The Japanese Popstars tell Tom Ravenscroft how important collaborations are in music.