Making art is a basic human function. For whatever reason, we feel the need to leave a mark on the world. We have a burning desire to create, whether it’s folk songs, rock art, or movies – it’s all human expression. Music is important. But it’s still worth asking: why is music important? Having a […]

Are you feeling burnt out? Or, are you wondering what it los like in real life? One thing I will say upfront is that burnout is real, and it can happen to anyone. With that in mind, it doesn’t ever need to reach a point where your health or life is compromised or threatened. When […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

Technology continues to advance at an unprecedented rate, and with it comes new opportunities. Some musicians have found success by keeping tabs on the latest social media platforms or apps and being “first to market”. If you’re the right act with the right sound at the right place and time, this can work. But when […]

Mental health can be a bit of a touchy subject in any setting, but an important one nonetheless. Depression is a common condition, often thought to be the result of something that hasn’t gone well in one’s life. But this is just one type of depression – circumstantial depression, to be exact. We all experience […]

Music is an all-consuming job. A lot of people work jobs they don’t need to take home with them. If you’re working reception or serving at a restaurant, when you punch out, you’re done. You don’t need to think about your job for the rest of the day. Music isn’t like that. In fact, if […]

Ideally, you’ll end up playing a lot of live shows. The shows you play, the you get in front of an audience, the better you’ll get at your craft, and the people will hear your music. The amount of shows you’re playing is often a good indicator of how well your career […]

Every songwriter and composer knows they need to work on their writing. Mastery only comes through regular practice. But if you’re serious about your music career, it’s unlikely that you won’t ever need to write an e, bio, or social media post. You might be able to hire someone to handle those tasks down the […]

If you’ve been in the music industry for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the terms “LP” and “EP” before. But what exactly do these terms mean, and how do they differ from each other? This is something you should definitely be aware of as an artist, so let’s take a lo. The Origin […]