This article looks at some of the psychological explanations around why songs are considered catchy and how they get stuck in our heads.
Hearing the “Bo Diddley Beat” in Everything
A powerful OpEd on hearing familiarity through artificial musical boundaries and what happens when we look at our own aesthetic tastes under a microscope.
5 Surefire Ways to Market Your Band’s Upcoming Tour
Going on tour soon but don’t know how to get the word out? Here’s a list of amazing strategies to put your band on the map and make your travels count!
A Basic Guide to How the Human Voice Produces Resonance
Have you ever wondered how your voice works, and why your voice sounds the way it does and not like someone else’s? Here’s a beginner’s breakdown.
Practical Approaches to Writing Lyrics (for Producers, Mainly)
For electronic home producers, writing lyrics doesn’t always come easy. Here are a few tried-and-true strategies culled from our newest online course.
SEO Strategy: How to Make Your Music More Discoverable in 2019
Bands and artists aren’t always up to speed about SEO best practices, but optimizing your website will lead to more plays, more sales, and more fans!
5 Reasons Why I Love Working in FL Studio to Make Beats
This Soundfly alumni student breaks down why he prefers producing music with the non-linear workflow of FL Studio over Ableton and other DAWs.
Some Quick Tips for Writing a Professional Music Résumé
Don’t get left out of the conversation due to poor writing or formatting. Pair your musical creativity with these pro tips to craft a winning résumé!
The Process Is the Reward
This beautiful op-ed from a Soundfly student alum explores the struggle and delight of creative expression and how to navigate ourselves through it.
3 Awesome DIY Soundproofing Hacks for Your Home Studio
Don’t rely on audio repair and noise reduction software to solve all your problems. These soundproofing hacks will help you reduce noise right at the source!