The Deal: I recently came across Sonicbids, a website that I wish was around when I still had rock star dreams.

The concept is simple, Sonicbids connects bands and music promoters, helping musicians find more gigs and industry opportunities. I haven’t spent a ton of time on the site, but the backbone of the program is the Sonicbids Electronic Press Kit (EPK), which allows you to send audio, photos, biography, press clips, and more to promoters, faster and more easily than ever before. Promoters get your info in an easy-to-read, easy-to-navigate format.

The basic subscription is $5.95 per month, which is a great deal if you’re a band that’s gigging a lot (or hopes to gig a lot!). You can, however, sign up for a free 30-day trial and get a taste of what this program has to offer.

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The Deal: If you’ve just gotten back to school and have found that some of your instrument accessories didn’t make it through summer vacation, Woodwind and Brasswind has given you a chance to save a little coin on replacements.

Through September 16, 2008 look for the red, “Save 10%” tag and get great savings on top quality accessories from some of Woodwinds & Brasswinds top selling brands.

Expires: September 16, 2008
Coupon Code: None required

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The Deal: Namba Gear and HowAudio.com have just announced the winner of a contest that we helped promote a few months ago.

If you were not lucky enough to win the Big Namba Studio Backpack, Namba Gear is giving you the chance to save 25% on any product in their catalog with a new coupon code. Just head over to their website, choose the product you want, add the coupon code below, and 25% will be taken off your entire order.

Coupon Code: HA-NAMBA7
Expires: September 30, 2008
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The Deal: A few weeks ago, we posted the Musicians Friend Back to School coupon code, good for up to $90 off your next Musicians Friend purchase.

This Musicians Friend coupon code was scheduled to expire today, but they have decided to extend the sale through September 30, 2008.

Here’s a refresher on how this Musicians Friend coupon code works. Spend:

• $150 to $299.99, save $15
• $300 to $599.99, save $40
• $600 and up, save $90

Coupon Code: MF90
Expires: September 30, 2008
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The Deal: As if I haven’t thrown enough Labor Day sales at you, Guitar Center has announced their Labor Day Weekend, featuring “The List.”

If you’ve never seen the list, it’s actually pretty cool. When you walk in your local Guitar Center, they’ll hand you a list of all items that are on sale. There is also an online list, so if there’s not a GC in your area, you can still take advantage of this sale.

Expires: September 1, 2008
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The Deal: In addition to Musicians Friend’s online Labor Day Sale, they’ve also announced a call-in only deal.

The Musicians Friend Labor Day Call ’N’ Save Event runs now thru September 1, at 10:59 pm PDT. Here’s how it works: Call 800-391-8762, say “Labor Day,” and help yourself to an instant 15% off any product from the brands listed on the Musicians Friend website (click the link below for the list of brands). This is a great time to buy that high-ticket item and cut yourself instant savings.

Expires: September 1, at 10:59 pm PDT
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The Deal: Yesterday we announced the Musicians Friend Labor Day Sale, but Woodwind and Brasswind will not be out done. Today they announced their Labor Day Sale-a-Bration, featuring up to 30% discounts on some items.

No coupon codes are needed, as the sale prices are already applied!

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The Deal: Musicians Friend is starting their Labor Day Holiday Clearance Sale a few days before the big holiday weekend. MF is blowing out $6,667,280 of inventory, so this is a great chance to save:

• An extra 11% on final clearance items
• An extra 12% on scratch ‘n’ dent items
• Big money on factory b-stock instruments

Expires: September 2, 2008
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The Deal: I just realized it’s been a really long time since I’ve posted a deal from Wolfgang’s Vault, my favorite spot for old school live rock shows, music memorabilia, and rock clothing.

Well…there’s a new Wolfgang’s Vault coupon code out on the street! Use this coupon code to take 15% off all retro clothing for men, women, boys and girls.

Coupon Code: B2SKL
Expires: September 1, 2008

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The Deal: Musicians Friend has released another coupon code. This one was sent out to customer who have not purchased anything in a while. You can use this with a lower total purchase value that yesterday’s Musicians Friend coupon code.

With the current coupon code, just place an order of $100 or more and get an automatic $10 instant rebate.

Coupon Code: MF4U
Expires: August 22, 2008, 11:59 PDT
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The Deal: Musicians Friend has just announced a private Back to School coupon code good for up to $90 off your next Musicians Friend purchase. Of course, even if you’ve graduated from school, or for that matter are a derelict, you can still take advantage. I doubt you’ll have to show your student ID.

Here’s how the new Musicians Friend coupon code works:

Spend:

• $150 to $299.99, save $15
• $300 to $599.99, save $40
• $600 and up, save $90

Coupon Code: MF90
Expires: September 3, 2008
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The Deal: Guitar Center is celebrating their 44th Anniversary during August with the Guitar Center 44th Anniversary Sale, both online and in their retail stores.

In addition to sale pricing in all departments, Guitar Center is also offering special no payments, no interest financing for 12 months.

Find deals in these departments:

• Guitar Deals
• Drum Deals
• Keyboard Deals
• Recording, Live Sound & DJ Deals

Expires: August 31, 2008

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The Deal: If you think you’ve written a tune that could be the next big hit, the “Get Out of the Garage Music Contest” could be your chance to get a world-class recording and become a super famous rock and roll star!

Enter your song online or go to a Journeys store to enter by mail. Ten finalists will be selected, then the grand prize winner will receive a trip to New York City and studio time with a NYC music producer to record their single.

Entry Deadline: September 15, 2008
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The Deal: This morning Woodwind and Brasswind announced their “Back to School Sneak Peak Call-In Sale,” happening this weekend only.

I have no idea what is on sale…I guess that’s why you have to call in! I do, however know the hours this is happening:

• Friday, August 1 - 8:00AM - 9:00 PM
• Saturday, August 2 - 8:00AM - 5:00 PM
• Sunday, August 3 - 12:00PM - 6:00 PM

I also know the phone number: 800.348.5003. So call in and save!

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The Deal: Musicians Friend has just announced their 25th Anniversary Sale, which will run through August 26th. They’ve got over 1,000 products on sale, with savings up to 84% off. This includes top brands such as Fender, Gibson, and Epiphone. No coupon code is required, just visit their website and reap the savings!

Expires: August 26, 2008
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