Tag: Music Industry
Beyond the Music: Overlooked Business Considerations for Independent Musicians
Most musicians don’t break into the industry because they’re eager to do marketing or deal with financial obligations. They do it because they love music. They also typically have a talent for singing, songwriting, or playing an instrument. When you’re an independent musician, however, you’re also essentially running your own business. You might not have…
How to Form a Band – Top 10 tips
My Top 10 tips on how to form a band, from first rehearsal to getting out there and gigging. How to Form a Band. Tip #1: Get together with Friends If you don’t all get along, there’ll be problems sooner or later. Trust me. I’ve been in various bands with the same drummer for years,…
From Passion to Profit: How to Build a Music Business That Thrives
Music is considered one of the most universal and powerful forms of expression, with the ability to touch the hearts and minds of people all over the world. It has the unique ability to evoke emotions, tell stories, and connect people from different cultures and backgrounds. But beyond its artistic and cultural value, music is…
7 Steps to Getting Your Music Discovered
As a musician, you know how important it is for you to get discovered. But the music industry can be a difficult place to navigate and make your mark. Fortunately, there are some things that you can do to increase your chances of getting noticed by industry professionals and fans alike. From The Blogging Musician,…
GarageBand iPad YouTube Tutorials
I’ve recently uploaded my first 5 videos for a new GarageBand iPad YouTube playlist. Check the playlist out here… and here’s a quick rundown of the content. Also, please don’t forget to subscribe to the channel for all the latest uploads and updates here. The YouTube channel isn’t just about GarageBand, I also have playlists…
Tips for Musicians To Navigate the Increasingly Digital Landscape of the Music Industry
There is almost no corner of our lives that hasn’t been touched by advancements in technology. From the way we work to the way we recreate, from the medical clinic to the classroom, tech has changed everything. Even the music industry has changed profoundly as a result of new technology and an increasingly digital landscape. …
5 Disappointing Pitfalls of a No-Amp Guitar setup.
There are many benefits of a straight-to-pa/no-amp live guitar/band setup, but does it actually work in the real world? What is the no-amp setup? What I’m talking about here is a band rehearsal/live setup, with the guitar (and all other instruments, for that matter), going directly into the p.a. system, with all monitoring handled by…
How to Build the Ultimate Home Recording Studio
Not sure where to start when it comes to building a recording studio? Don’t worry; the below blog will tell you everything you need to know to build the ultimate home recording studio, whatever your budget. From setting a budget (and sticking to it) to picking the perfect space for your recording needs, read on…