Here are 51 inspirational music quotes that’ll motivate and amaze. “The message to the musician is: You should be afraid of being obscure. You should be afraid of being ignored. You should be afraid of no one ever hearing you than you should be afraid of disappointing a few people.” – Seth […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

In today’s world, hard work, hustle and entrepreneurship are trendy. But I believe a lot of people are rolling the dice on their health, relationships and life for want of fame, fortune, or other prospects. If you’re working 16-hour days in front of a computer, failing to exercise and eat well, and not getting enough […]