As a musician, you may see your passion for music and travel as separate entities, concentrating on one of these great loves at a time. You might even see the opportunity to go on vacation as an escape from the pressures and demands of the music industry. However, travel is intrinsically linked to the life […]
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Evidence suggests that listening to music involves the entire brain, activating each and every section. This means that your whole brain is getting a workout and neural pathways become strengthened. Musicians will also understand the brainpower required to play an instrument and may not be surprised to learn that music can boost cognitive performance. A growing
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Traveling as a musician can be an exhilarating experience, filled with new places, faces, and performances. Staying healthy while on the road is crucial for your well-being, performance, and overall career longevity. When you prioritize your health, you ensure that you’re always ready to give your best on stage. By incorporating simple yet effective habits
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The idea that music can have a beneficial impact on plants continues to be debated, not only in the scientific community, but among the general population. With that said, there are many gardeners who swear by the idea that music can help plants thrive. In addition, through the years, there have been scientific studies that
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You’ve worked your butt off to get to here; been writing songs like crazy, found a way to record a demo, reached out to a venue, and got that sweet, sweet message back that you’re on the bill. Now what do you do? Unless you were an emergency add-on and the gig is tomorrow, you’ve
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By Shawn Leonhard for Guitar Tricks and 30 Day Singer. If you like blues guitar or any styles of early rock then you are likely a fan of B.B. King! His string bends, vibrato, and staccato picking of his self-made blues scales left a mark on music history and many fans who wished to emulate
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Social media has been a godsend for just about any industry that benefits from a marketing campaign, and one of those industries is music. Music and promotion go hand-in-hand, so much so that many believe the music industry is over saturated. Shameless promotions from bad musicians may get them seen, but if you’re like me
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By Thompson Crowley The first part of the song-writing process begins with the basics (for me): a pen, a piece of paper, and a guitar. Some stray thought which has been lingering in the back of your mind; some subtle melody which softly ripples through your body and up to your tongue. It starts so
In the age of streaming and downloads, CDs might seem like a relic of the past. But for many music lovers, owning physical copies remains a deeply rewarding experience. While digital music offers undeniable convenience, CDs provide a unique connection to the music you love. They transcend mere digital files; they are tangible objects you
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