Playing shows is rewarding and fun no matter where you are in your career. The moment you have 40 minutes of material, you can play a set. If this is something that interests you, you need to go and book a show. So many artists get stuck here – they don’t know how to go…
The world of music marketing changes fast. What worked in 2017 did not necessarily work in 2018 and it probably won’t work in 2022 or beyond. Already this year, there have been changes. Spotify allows artists to submit their songs to playlists themselves. Facebook’s way of managing ads is ever-changing. Finding ways to connect with…
It’s so cliché that I hate to say it, but being in a band is like being in a long-term relationship. You work on something consistently over time, you have a shared vision that you work towards, you see a lot of each other, you deal with setbacks and difficulties, and share some beautiful moments….
Live video is one of the most valuable pieces of content you can have as an independent artist. It helps fans get closer to your music and it helps promoters know what you sound like. Unfortunately, making live video can be tricky – especially if you’re a band. Multi-tracking and mixing a live performance can…
If you want to promote a show as an independent effectively, you need a combination of promotional strategy and patience. To promote a show, you need to have fans to promote to. At first, your fans will be friends and family. So, when you’re first getting started, you’ll need to know how to promote to…
Everyone’s got a side hustle these days. Whether it’s your aunt who sells jewelry or driving for Uber on your days off. It’s hard to make enough money to live, let alone do fun stuff on one income source alone. Side hustles are a great way to fill your free time with productive work that…
It’s the Wild West out there for independent and unsigned artists. The industry changes every day, and it’s hard to keep up – especially without management or labels helping you. Online resources have become one of the primary ways artists educate themselves, which makes sense because there are very few schools that teach how to…
I love this time of year. It’s a little cheesy, but it always feels appropriate to take a few forced vacation days to relax, reflect on the year that’s passed, and start thinking about the year ahead. It’s been said a thousand times, but the music industry changes fast. And, it’s now changing faster than…
Travel guitars are awesome. They’re small. They can be carry-on luggage. You can take them anywhere, so you can write and practice wherever you go. The problem is that a lot of them are just terrible in terms of quality. They play poorly, their sound is thin and tinny, and they can even be awkward…
Music is an expensive hobby, and the more you get into music, the pricier it tends to get. One of the biggest culprits is accessories. Little things add up, but boy do they make your life easier. Besides, when you start playing shows, there are certain things you just need. In this guide, I’ll go…
Looking for top quality studio monitors but not sure which are the best to buy? Well you’re in luck, as today we show you seven monitors that will suit any setup type. Professional studios will spend (easily) over $10,000 on a pair of monitors, and usually have at least two pairs. You don’t need to…
Today we’re going to take a look at my top five picks for best keyboard. We’ll look at stage pianos and piano workstations that would suit most professionals. Some keyboards are more geared towards live playing and others towards productions, although there is always some crossover between the two. I’m a full-time keyboard player, and…
The music industry changes fast. Artists need to adapt quickly, and so do their managers. In the past, acts often lost money on tour, so they could promote their albums. Artists and managers alike would reap the profit generated from the hefty sales of their recorded music. First, piracy took a huge chunk of that…
Workplace related health problems are very common. They can range from mild injuries, to chronic pain, to debilitating health conditions. Certain workplaces can also render you more susceptible to contagious illness. Musicians are not immune to this! Our workplace is often mobile, loud, and overwhelming. Daily activities like practicing, rehearsing, working in the studio, and…
Making music videos is difficult. Video content is important, and it still seems to be one of the best ways to get your music in front of people. The problem lies in coming up with a good idea and then having the financial and practical means to make that idea a reality. If you don’t…