Instagram and other social media stuff

[uk_lefty]

On 30/05/2024 at 22:05, super al said:

Felis Leo

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[uk_lefty]

I'm @rr_on_bass if anyone is interested in photos of left handed basses.

[BigRedX]

Hurtsfall are @hurtsfalluk

[Whomesee]

I’ve had better luck posting short clips rather than full tracks, especially things with a bit of humour or a surprising moment. Got more interaction that way, and oddly enough, one of my posts about a broken string mid-song got traction after someone shared it. I once tested free tiktok likes—it did give a tiny bump at the start.

Edited June 17, 2025 by Whomesee

[uk_lefty]

1 hour ago, Whomesee said:

I mostly post clips of rehearsal jams and short gear demos. Engagement’s decent when I keep things casual and consistent, but I’ve noticed longer videos get less attention than quick clips.

What's your name/ handle/ address on there, please?

[nekomatic]

I’ve recently started using Instagram, ‘read-only’, in order to follow some bands or musicians, because it’s so much easier there than on the tar pit that is Facebook (and let’s not mention Twitter). I don’t mind at all if they post some non-music stuff as long as it doesn’t drown out the music and gig info that I mainly want to see. 

[msb]

I have Instagram and Facebook accounts. As a retired photographer , bass player and amp nerd I put up pics. And the odd garden pic. Spend more time on Facebook than Instagram. The pics , except for the garden shots are just generally done with an IPad.

 

https://www.instagram.com/scotbrownmorrow/

 

https://www.facebook.com/morrow.scotbrown 

 

 

 

 

[AizekDon]

Late to the party, but I’ve noticed Instagram only brings people to gigs if I post more personal or behind-the-scenes stuff. Gear pics get likes, but stories about rehearsals or short clips from past shows seem to connect better. Have you tried mixing in that kind of content or using local hashtags? It might help reach people who are actually close enough to come out