Gone are the days when musicians simply hung flyers for their local gigs and sold LPs from a table along the venue’s back wall. Today’s musicians are operating in a digital industry, and their marketing efforts should match that fact. Think you’re an artist, not a techy? It’s time to change your perception. For success […]
How to Brand Yourself in Today’s Digital Industry Read Post »
It’s hard to know what your rights are as a musician with so many different ways to sell your music and how just advertising your songs on your own website sometimes leads to other people using it without your authorisation. This also includes sending your music to music labels and not knowing if you’re getting
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Over the years, there’s been some great music albums that have been created. I can think of several that I enjoy listening to in their entirety, but there’s also some that only have a few hits on them. Recently, when I was thinking back to some of the albums of the past that were extremely
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1. Music Row, Nashville, Tennessee Not only have songs been written about it, but the title “Music Row” has been the unofficial name of the country music industry for over 50 years because it is universally seen as the heart and soul of country music as well as gospel in the Nashville area. You will
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By Gary from Tune in, Tone up! This supports our podcast on SoundCloud on Friday 12th May 2017 (episode 13b is about how to practise without your guitar) https://tunein-toneup.com/2017/05/05/guitar-lesson-13-how-to-practice-without-a-guitar-and-further-rhythm-ideas-and-alternate-tuning/ If I could advise myself when I first started out on guitar, what things would I say? What do I wish I knew then, that I
Unlocking the guitar fretboard and understanding key signatures Read Post »
Nestled along the sun-kissed shores of the Tagus River, Lisbon beckons travellers with its rich tapestry of history culture and music. At the heart of this vibrant city lies a centuries-old tradition that captivates the soul of Fado music. Central to the haunting melodies of Fado is the enigmatic Portuguese guitar, a revered instrument that
The Portuguese Guitar: A Melodic Journey through Lisbons Fado Culture Read Post »
Honing your craft as a musician requires plenty of practice. You’ll need to spend plenty of long hours plucking strings, striking hi-hats, or blowing on the oboe. Unfortunately, all this practice can lead to performance-related injuries. It’s all too easy to pick up a stress fracture or muscle imbalance in the lead-up to a big
Bouncing Back: How Musicians Can Overcome Performance-Related Injuries Read Post »
We’re living at a time in which you have greater ability to be an independent recording artist than ever before. This isn’t just about having access to streaming services and social media so you can reach audiences. Recording equipment has become affordable to the point that renting studio space isn’t strictly necessary. With a little
How to Maximize Space in Your Small Home Studio Without Losing Sound Quality Read Post »
As society grapples with the complexities of adolescent psychology, there’s a growing recognition of the unique challenges faced by this age group. From the pressures of academic performance to the tumultuous journey of self-discovery and social dynamics, teenagers navigate a labyrinth of experiences that significantly impact their mental health. Music, an art form as old
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