All Things Must Pass

It is with regret that I write this entry to inform you that one of my recently conceived online newspapers, "Music And Arts In Tasmania" shall be no more. The decision was a rather simple one. I was finding that paying as much precision that I could to #tags, relevancy to stories to be featured and actual stories published beyond my control I was finding extreme overlaps in content. I put myself in the shoes of the readers. I'd be annoyed after a while.

I have come up with a solution that I have no doubt will ensure a much more smooth operation and enjoyable, relevant read for my loyal subscribers.

I shall be maintaining the newspaper "Tasmania Today," whilst adding more emphasis on music and arts. Due to the fact that it has no competition there should be more targeted headline and featured stories. I am also certain that the single publication format will permit me the 'movement' from blogs on other sites, relevant tweets from Twitter.


If you have a story that you feel may be of interest to readers of "Tasmania Today,", please don't hesitate to contact me on Twitter @scotsbob. It's 100% free to have your story published and 100% free to subscribe.

I Read The News Today, Oh Boy

As you may or may not be aware I have recently launched two online newspapers, both focusing 
on difffering areas of Tasmania and all that goes with it. Being a musician and music buff in general, my firt newspaper to be launched was adventurously named. "Music In Tasmania"  The second newspaper was simply called"Tasmania Today,"

Both newspapers are heavily dependent on Twitter. With regards to "Tasmania Today" I have access to a wealth of information pertaining to Tasmania, including up-to-the-minute news releases from local newspapers & television stations, Police Tasmania and almost every politician in the State.

"Music In Tasmania" has (predictably) turned out to be a tougher task on the administration front. My 26 years as a professional musician told me that I would have to do some chasing. So I did. I contacted as many Tasmanian musicians as I was able on ReverbNation and MySpace advising them about my upcoming venture. The only Tasmanian musician that I didn't contact was Rod Fritz as his online presence & 'reachability' is second to none. Without any great deal of work on my part, Rod has been the 'featured article' on three occasions thus far.

Out of all the Tasmanian musicians that I wrote to, I received ONE response. That response came from Argusband from Hobart. As I alluded to earlier, I wasn't at all surprised at the lack of response from Tasmanian bands. Things haven't changed in the live circuit since the mid-90s. Bands are content doing a gig every week or so to the same crowd. To my way of thinking, music isn't a business to them. Having said this, if they're happy enough doing this, then best of luck to them.

So....I have put my backup plan into action. "Music In Tasmania" is now titled "Music And Arts In Tasmania." There is a wealth of easily accessible and breathtaking stuff to present to you.