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The “Change One Thing” Method of Songwriting

When you’re hitting a wall, it might be that your creative process has gone stale. Try this method to reinvigorate your songwriting ideation.

How to Network in Today’s (Online) Music Industry

Without live gigs and conferences meetup events, how do musicians get to network with one another online? Here are some thoughts.

How to Develop a Positive Working Relationship with an Engineer

Hiring the right person for the job is vital in the audio recording process. Here are some tips for developing a positive relationship.

How Your Existing Fanbase Can Help Build Your Future Fanbase

Your fans want to help you succeed, why else would they continue to support you? So help them help you build a wider audience… Here’s how.

4 Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make in Your Music Career

Most mistakes Patrick McGuire sees fellow musicians make are totally avoidable, so here’s a guide to getting ahead and not sabotaging your own career.

How to Network When You’re Really Uncomfortable Networking

Meeting new people can be frustrating and nerve-wracking. Here are some tips for when you’re stuck at an event and want to make the most of it.

6 Benefits of Building Playlists and Sharing Them with Your Friends

Curating playlists goes well beyond just picking songs and putting them in some kind of order, it can be a great marketing tool for your next album release!

5 Tips for Making, Marketing, and Monetizing Holiday Music This Season

Making special music for the holidays is a great way to deepen your engagement with fans, bring in a bit of extra dough, and help people simply feel good!