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Why Music Gets Released on Fridays

By Malena Segovia | December 15, 2021

Ever notice new music always gets released on Fridays at midnight? Well, there’s a reason why it’s so important. For over 25 years, albums in the U.S. came out on Tuesdays but due to declining sales, New Music Friday became the standard for the industry in 2015. Later that year, the Friday release date was set in 60 countries.

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The Importance of Theming in Social Media

By Cesar Sandoval | December 1, 2021

Our eyes often tend to make judgment calls, whether we want to admit it or not. With that being said, if you want to have a successful social media account then your best choice is to have a course of action prior continuing to post.

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The Impact of Covid-19 on Public Relations

By Furkan Durucu | November 17, 2021

Ever thought of the pandemic and the effect it has had on society? Now this is an informative blog on the pandemic and its effect on the public relations. Looking around we see the manifestation if some control measures wherein for example majority of governments across the globe implemented curfews, lockdowns, and travel restrictions. These measures were aimed at curbing the spread of Covid-19. However, the efforts came with adverse effects for most businesses. Some businesses closed down, while those which survived have implemented policies to reduce expenses. Companies have adopted a wait-and-see approach. These measures have significantly impacted the public relations industry. The Public Relations (PR) industry has adapted to reduced budgets, social media campaigns, fake news, and government lockdowns.

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Music Publicist? What for?

By Michael Hernandez | November 17, 2021

I’m very often asked by my co-workers about what I'm going to school for. I’ve come to find that most people including my parents have no idea as to what exactly my career choice means. So here is the simplicity of it. 

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The Difference Between Public Relations, Marketing and Advertising

By Julianna Reyes | November 10, 2021

As someone studying or working in the public relations industry, you may have come across people who interchange public relations with marketing or advertising all the time thinking they are all the same thing, right? While you may know that they are not the same, it may be hard to explain what exactly the differences are since they truly are very similar! While all three are meant to promote an organization and/or it’s products and services, each have specific goals and actions that make them easy to set apart! 

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