Michael Brandvold

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ABOUT MICHAEL BRANDVOLD

We know Michael is on the forefront of social media music marketing.” - Dream Theater“You are a powerful and attractive man.” - Gene Simmons“YOUR PART OF OUR SUCCESS IS NOT A SMALL ONE! To have a web and facebook presence like WE have since you are with me, is - one of a kind!” - ACCEPT ManagementContact 41••••••83 or me(at)mikebrandvold.comFrom working with up-and-coming independent artists of all genres to overseeing online marketing for major acts like W.A.S.P, ACCEPT, KISS, Britney Spears, and Dream Theater, Michael Brandvold’s impact on the modern music industry is without question. In addition to spearheading digital strategy creation and online social media management for bands, he has helped create marketing strategies that have made millions of dollars for clients.However, Michael’s professional life realized a radical shift in 1995 when he utilized his self-taught knowledge of HTML to build a fan website dedicated to legendary rock band KISS. The website KISS Otaku became a huge success for Michael.Not only did the website garner fans from all around the world during a time when the Internet was still utilizing slow and screeching 56K modems, it also captured the attention of the band’s own Gene Simmons. The business-minded bass player gave Michael an opportunity to interview for the position of Director of Web Services at Sony Signatures. The company hired Michael and tasked him with the creation and management of the KISS online community.In addition to assisting with the band’s online community, Michael was also instrumental in the creation of the VIP Platinum Ticket Program, which was first implemented during KISS’ 2003 US tour. The concept granted the band’s biggest fans face-to-face access to the band, premium seating at shows, and exclusive autographed merchandise. The tickets, priced at each, completely sold out during the tour. Over the years, Michael’s expertise has been put to use for a number of well-known companies like Universal Music Group, BMG/Sanctuary Records, Rhino Records, Playboy, Roadrunner Records, Nuclear Blast Records, Dark Star Records, MR Records, HIghVolMusic, RFL Records and Louder Than Loud Records.If you are in need of assistance with your next album release or tour, let’s chat. Whether or not we decide to do business together, I am confident that our call will be full of insights and actionable steps that can help you succeed.Contact me:Phone:(41••••••83Email: m•••@mikebrandvold.com