Breaking the Fourth Wall [This article was written by guest contributor Corey Dieckman of the bands Honduran and Great Wilderness.] The first time I attended a legitimately D.I.Y. house show it happened to be … Continue reading
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Do traditional tours still make sense for independent artists?
[This article is written by guest contributor Jason Schellhardt, writer for the live entertainment concierge service Rukkus.] Few things in the music industry are more romanticized than the image of the … Continue reading
Liberating the introverted performing artist
Overcoming stage fright by playing live online concerts [This article was written by guest contributor James Wasem from Gigee.me] There are only a handful of people I know that claim … Continue reading
What every musician should have when they hire a publicist
[The following is an excerpt from The StoryAmp Music Publicist Directory.] What will a publicist want you to have ready before your PR campaign starts? Though journalists and media producers … Continue reading
How to get out of your comfort zone for increased songwriting success
[This post was written by guest contributor Anthony Ceseri.] The best things in life typically happen when you get a little outside your comfort zone. Think about when you’ve done … Continue reading
5 splash-making celebrity tweets and the lessons they offer to musicians
1. 790,000 re-tweets for a hug After being re-elected, Barack Obama’s official Twitter account posted a picture of him romantically holding the first lady in his arms. 790,000 users fell … Continue reading
Why you need a live performance checklist for your next gig
Have you ever played a sold-out gig in which you didn’t sell as much merch as you would have expected? Have you ever performed in front of a seemingly enthusiastic … Continue reading
A letter to a young songwriter, from Mary Gauthier
[This post is part of a series of letters from established artists to young musicians. We’re honored to have the incredible singer/songwriter Mary Gauthier contribute the very first entry.] “Nearly … Continue reading
5 reasons why you need to print posters for your next show
[This article was written by Jonathan Sexton, co-founder of Bandposters.] So you booked a tour, 12 dates along the east coast, and you’re hitting the road in a couple months. … Continue reading
What to expect at your very first show
[This article was written by guest contributor Corey Dieckman of the bands Honduran and Great Wilderness.] Life outside the basement It’s your first show as a band and you are really excited. Maybe … Continue reading