Yes xcollapseofmyheartx, you are right there. If you want to stay local, fine, but if your goals include going global, the Internet is your best tool. There are quite a few options open to the independent or unsigned musician, songwriter, band, or singer to find an audience. But what do you do to really get noticed amongst the thousands of other musicians screaming to be heard?
Having a web site is a start, yes,...but wouldn't you say you need to have a bit of Search Engine Optimizational know-how to get your web site found? Most of the music artists I run into are so busy developing their talent that they don't have time or know-how to promote themselves online AND offline, though both are equally important. Therefore, wouldn't you say, it's HOW you are connected?
You have to be seen to be heard.