Hello Steemians,
I was introduced to Steemit via a pitch for Steem Power and am so fascinated by the scope of this community that I imagine the crypto aspect will take a back seat to the creative potential. I am a retiring (as in getting ready to write the next chapter in my book of life) software engineer who has been working diligently to bring my musical avocation into the digital age. In the decade before the turn of the century I led a band named UNIT CIRCLE - a spin-off from Gil Scott-Heron's Amnesia Express - that gained modest traction in the Mid-Atlantic region before fizzling after juggling a full time job, a growing family and international travel become too much to manage. With only three of the original band members still living, I recently re-released our debut recording (two singles on Spotify and an EP to drop next month). As I work on transferring 40 years worth of recorded material to digital format I hope to share the transition from piano concepts and multi-overdubbed sketches to finished recording with interested members of the Steemit community while learning how the next generations of musicians are making use of this space.
Welcome to Steemit chcornwell. The official FAQ can be found here and has A LOT of information https://steemit.com/faq.html - Also remember, Steemit is just ONE of the sites built that uses Steem the blockchain. You should also check out DTube and DSound for starters and if you're a gamer, Steem Monsters! There are many other cool apps but I can't list them all here, there's just too many! But I'd also like to mention Steempeak, it's a better blogging platform that has a lot of cool features. Welcome to the blockchain! :) Oh, and if you're interested in creating your own tokens or smart contracts, check Steem engine!
Hi @janne, I'd heard of DTube but thanks for the tip abour DSound which sounds like it might be better suited to my audio only content. I'll be sure to check it out. Regarding DTube, do Steemians post music with static video content as many folks do on YouTube or is that frowned upon?
Welcome CH cornwell
to the Steemit platform, Yes its happening you are a steemian now. This is the moment to warm welcoming you as a new user. And you receive this message because you used the #introduceyourself tag!
AND MUSIC LOVERS WE HAVE HERE OIN THE PLATFORM DONT YOU WORRY
I was welcomed with good advice too when I started so here i am. I know that steemit may seem very overwhelming right now but don't worry. After a few blog you will be the best blogger and contributor.
If you have any questions just ask your questions on any of my blog posts and I'll be more than happy to assist you with whatever questions you may have!
I may know the answer. But very important I recommend you to never give up any off your passwords they are yours ! Please for safety tips read and visit the white paper or my blog about safety
https://steemit.com/community/@brittandjosie/4-o-clocky-steem-keys-key-to-your-succes-so-secure-them
To easy post use APPICSand to control your account use Steemify.
https://steemit.com/busy/@exyle/using-steemify-to-stay-up-to-date-about-the-blockchain-like-project-destiny-please-consider-blockbrothers-for-your-witness-vote The Steemify App I use is great, it is available in the Appstore and its Free.
It gives you insight on what is happening in your account.
Maybe great to join Steemterminal in Discord and visit @heyhaveyamet to See more newcomers onboard.
Here is what we do :
https://steemit.com/heyhaveyamet/@heyhaveyamet/meet-the-hhym-and-the-steem-terminal-crew-part-one-hhym
Good Luck, Have fun and I wish you loads of success on here! :)
Oh and a last tip , this guide :
https://steemit.com/steem/@verhp11/a-complete-guide-for-new-steemians
HE IS A GREAT STEEMIAN MUSIC BASS PLAYER SO......
GREETZ from Holland
Britt
Thanks for all the info @brittandjosie ! Heading over to @verhp11 's guide now - so far getting started has been like drinking from a fire hose! - Carl
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Hi and welcome here! When I started on steemit, my biggest problem was to find interesting people to interact with. So, to help newcomers getting started I created a directory with other interesting and or talented steemians to follow or interact with. Feel free to check it out at https://www.steemiandir.com I am sure it will help you find like-minded people. Enjoy your stay here and do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!
Stop into our tribe Tunes. It's a music tribe!
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Welcome the new steemians. Have a great day!
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