Here are some frequently asked questions we get about the music industry. Naturally, we’ve answered them all for you already. Please share the answers with other musicians. :)
Reader Question: What are some questions to ask musicians during an interview? Answer: If you’re a music journalist or are going to be interviewing a musician for whatever reason, it’s important to ask the right questions. The right questions will make the musicians look good, as well as make for a better interview for your…
Question: What does LP stand for in music? Answer and Definition: LP stands for Long Playing. Other common definitions include Long Player and Long Play. Want to know what exactly a LP is and how they’re used in music? Then read on. What Is An LP Album? LP stands for Long Playing, and is another…
Question: Should musicians play for free? This is the age old question, and one that will get different answers depending on who you ask. Sometimes playing gigs for free can be beneficial, while other times is can actually reduce your chances of getting paid for gigs. From what I’ve seen, it’s best to take gigs…
Question: Should I drink alcohol before a gig? If you can help it, no, you shouldn’t drink alcohol before a gig, and I’ll tell you why. I know gigging can get nerve wracking sometimes, and it’s often the easiest option to turn to alcohol in an attempt to calm your nerves. That said, drink can…
Question: What Is The Best Age To Start Music Lessons For Your Child? If you want your child to be musical, it’s best to get them involved with music as early as possible. This can be in terms of having music played to them during their daily activities, or getting them a walk on piano…
Question: Should I release my album for free? No, you should not release your album for free. If you want people to take you seriously as a musician, you need to draw the line and stop giving away so much free music. It’s possible to occasionally give out a song or two to gain new…
Question: Should I quit my job to pursue my dream music career? In this article we will look at reasons for and against quitting your day job to pursue music. At the end, I will give you my personal thoughts on the matter, and a solution that could give you the best of both worlds….
Note: This article is not tax advice, and should not be seen as that. Please refer to the tax rules in your country too get the most accurate information. Question: Do musicians pay taxes? Yes, if you’re in a country that requires it, all musicians should pay taxes. Musicians do after all deal with an…
Question: Do musicians listen to their own music? While this will vary from musician to musician, yes, a lot of musicians do listen to their own music. There are two a few reasons why a musician would do this: They Can Learn From Listening To Their Own Songs Making music is a learning process. It’s…
Question: Do musicians make money? Well, yes and no. Some musicians do make money, others don’t. If you want to know can musicians make money however, the answer is definitely yes. Note: In this article we also look at if musician make money from Youtube, Spotify and iTunes, as well as show you the best…
Question: Do I need a record label? No, you do not need a record label to be successful as a musician. Many people are now opting to take their music careers into their own hands, becoming independent musicians free to run their music careers however they want. While previously it was largely essential to have…