How to Remain DIY in a Truly Corporate Music World
The strength and power of every indie artist is what they choose to do themselves, in the face of letting labels and agents take it all over.
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A Brief Crash-Course in Hardcore Punk From Yesteryear to Today
One of the most influential genres of all time, have you heard all of these pioneering, boundary-pushing bands? Dive in… (to the mosh pit.)
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3 Things to Think About When Hiring Musicians for Your Band
When hiring a band, it’s important to show you’re respecting the musicians’ time and talent, and to do that, you need to clearly communicate the details.
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I’m the Band Leader, You’re Not. I Know Better.
Band leaders have the answers, they have the final say, and they have ultimate decision making power. If anyone tells you different, tell them to read this.
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How to Overcome the Obstacles of Launching Your Music Career
It can be challenging when you decide to launch your music career, so get a jumpstart with these tips and words of wisdom.
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Are You ‘That’ Band Member?
Whether or not you’re the band member causing an issue with your fellow musicians, use this self-check to figure out how to resolve the problem.
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Tips to Draw the Crowd: How Local Artists Can Beat the Struggle
Make the most of your local scene as a musician, grow your fanbase, and, maybe most importantly, get involved with your artistic community.
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Malcolm Young, Who Led AC/DC from the Shadows, Dies at 64
Malcolm Young, co-founder, rhythm guitarist, and soulful driving force behind the legendary rock group AC/DC, passed away on November 18, 2017. He died peacefully at the young age of 64 after an extended battle with dementia, surrounded by family members. AC/DC is one of the greatest rock groups of all time, both culturally and financially. […]
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4 Steps to Attracting or Asking for Sponsorship as an Artist
Being a musician isn’t cheap, is it? There are recording costs, tour expenses, shipping materials, equipment repairs/rentals/repurchases, the cost of hiring a publicist or a marketer, and/or a radio tracker to push your music if you’re going at it DIY. And don’t even get me started on matching outfits. It’s both normal and encouraged to […]
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Getting the Most from Your Hired Musicians
For an emerging artist, bringing in the hired guns for a one-off show, recording, or tour can be a daunting proposition. Even after you’ve found the perfect players, you still have to negotiate compensation, make sure they understand what’s expected of them, and provide them with the materials they need to perform their best. Every […]
