Grimes, the experimental pop singer (and creator of one of my favorite synth-bass grooves EVER), did an interview for Rookie Yearbook Three, edited by Tavi Gevinson, where she talks about … Continue reading
Music Career Tips
Being a musician is more than just plugging in your instrument. Learn tips on how to advance your music career on stage and beyond. Here you’ll find information about touring, how to make money with merch, how to brand yourself, and other ways to develop your music project into a business.
Networking for musicians: advice from a professional sideman
[This article was written by Lemar Guillary, an LA-based trombonist who has performed with artists such as Robin Thicke, Jennifer Hudson, Tedeschi Trucks Band, and the Dirty Dozen Brass Band.] Sociology of … Continue reading
How to play a successful – and profitable! – virtual show
[This article is a guest post written by Matt Thomas of Concert Window.] Whether you’re an emerging artist or a seasoned professional, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the amount of … Continue reading
How setting limits in the studio can lead to creative success
5 ways to improve your recordings by setting limitations in the studio In a creative space, endless options can drive us crazy. This is especially true in the studio, where expectations run … Continue reading
How to stretch your recording budget and get more for your money
[This post was written by guest contributor Dave Kusek of New Artist Model.] Budgeting is probably one of the most overlooked aspects of planning for a new album or project. Compared … Continue reading
A Guide to Getting Gigs: What to do before looking for gigs
[This article was written by guest contributor Yannick Ilunga of The Jazz Spotlight.] Some do it for the thrill of being on stage. Some do it to see the world, … Continue reading
Three Common Music Publishing Deals for Songwriters
Here’s a story you’ve probably heard before: band makes it big, everybody gets rich, the songwriter gets richer. Why does the songwriter make more money? Music publishing! If you’re a … Continue reading
The college radio DJ’s dilemma
[Editor’s note: This article was written by Michael Corcoran of MusicSUBMIT. I’m posting it here because I think it illustrates not only the benefits of a service like MusicSUBMIT, but because it … Continue reading
What you should do when your gig is over to make sure you get booked again
In my guide “How to Book My Band” I outline steps you can take to get gigs for your band. I also talk about how to plan and pull off a … Continue reading
How To Get A Booking Agent
[This post was written by guest contributor Dave Kusek of New Artist Model.] There is a huge potential for revenue in the gigging industry, even for smaller, indie bands and musicians. … Continue reading