(Post via Mike Murphy) Fronting a band is no easy task and Mike examines the issue of how to be a great lead singer. Anyone that thinks to be a great lead singer is easy does not understand the skill. Sure, anyone can stand up in front of a band and pose as a lead […]
One That Will Inspire You Forever: Keith Cullen and His Story
(Post by Ciara Sheahan) We’re looking for inspiration around us, aren’t we? Here’s a little something from us to inspire you forever, and more so inspire all independent musicians to truly chase their dreams, they do come true. Don’t believe us? Read on. Keith Cullen is a singer-songwriter from Dublin who we had the privilege […]
Street Team: How To Get An Army For Your Band
(Post via Ryan Stable, written by Michele Enouch) Having a street team is a great way to promote. You have less stress and things to worry about, and most fans are more than willing to help out. Just make sure you are ready and prepared before starting a street team. Is your music good enough […]
Improve Your Band Rehearsals: 11 Tips On Getting It Right
(Post via Robert Loustaunau ) So you’ve got a band. You’ve got a following. Heck, you’ve even got goals! But recently, you’ve hit a plateau and just aren’t playing any shows (not your fault at all!). But, maybe you need better sleep or better equipment, or maybe you just need to get…better. Your band needs […]
How to promote your music and get clients as a songwriter
(Post via Ryan Stable , written by Uche Ibe) How to Promote Your Music – It’s really frustrating, right? You are a songwriter and you write really good songs. People who have listened to your songs such as your friends and family tell you that you have the talent for writing awesome songs and lyrics. […]
Independent Artists: How to Write Grant Proposals
(Post Via Lori Wade) So you’ve got a great proposal for a music project, but how are you going to get it off the ground? If you have a good idea, you need good financial backing to get it off the ground. There’s a lot of money being given out on music grants, for instance, […]
E-mail Marketing Strategies For Musicians
(Post via April Alen ) Social media, such as Facebook and Twitter, has been the primary marketing tool of musicians to grow their network and promote their name. These platforms are taking off but as an up-and-coming independent artist, you also have to take advantage of other marketing strategies that could do great for the […]
How To Maintain Your Piano Properly
(Via Alex Frank) If you enjoy playing music or listening to others play, owning a piano can be a great privilege. Proper maintenance will help make the instrument last and keep it sounding good for years. On the other hand, neglect could considerably shorten the lifespan of the instrument. How can you keep your piano […]
Understanding Crowdsourcing & Crowdfunding
(Post via Josey Dunbar) Crowdsourcing and crowdfunding originate in the same place, focusing on one can help artists when narrowing down their options. There are organizations that have been around for years, such as Kickstarter, which are strictly for crowdfunding inquiries. This means that musicians can connect with a community of like-minded creators and build funds […]
Music Marketing: Your Band As A Brand
(Post Via SARA HARRISON) You may come up with the best marketing strategy that is fit for your band, but the most important thing is to come up with a brand and something you can do consistently. All efforts you’ve done for your marketing campaign will fail if you don’t follow through with your plans. […]
Looking Ahead: 5 Tips For Playing Successful Shows
While we look ahead in optimism and hope that playing live shows is going to a possibility soon ( really soon), here’s us with a friendly reminder: when you’re trying to establish yourself as an artist in the local scene, your goal should not simply be to put a show together, but to put together […]
Writing Song Lyrics Right
As musical styles progress and change with the times, one thing is for certain, writing song lyrics continues to play a vital part in what sets artists from being good to be considered great. So for those of you currently in a creative drought, here is some advice from a few of the greats. Jimi […]
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