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3 ways most musicians waste time

As a band or artist, time is a highly coveted resource, and shouldn’t be squandered. Here, we look at three ways in which artists are using their time incorrectly. Guest. Continue reading

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When artist collaborations matter, how to make them happen

For newcomers and industry veterans alike, experimenting with collaboration can go a long way towards expanding your musical horizons and improving your abilities. Guest post by James Shotwell of Haulix. Continue reading

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#MUSICIANS: 5 things you need to say no to

Whether it’s time, money, or both, you have a finite number of resources available to you as an artist, meaning not every “opportunity” is one you should necessarily say yes. Continue reading

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Building your music career one small success at a time

Here we look at the small steps you can take on the road to success that will help build the foundation for a long term successful career in the music. Continue reading

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5 tips to grow your own music business

While it certainly takes hard work, being able to grow a successful and profitable business out of your passion makes it all worth it! Here, we look at five tips. Continue reading

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Activating ‘studio mode’ – How musicians should prep for recording

Whether you’re a seasoned industry veteran or it’s your first time setting foot in a recording studio, proper preparation is essential in making sure you don’t your time, the engineer’s,. Continue reading

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7 avoidable mistakes that can cost you the gig

Like so many things in the music industry, closing gigs brings with it a number of challenges, and most artists are bound to make mistakes along the way. Here, we. Continue reading

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Failure is an inevitable part of your music career – here’s why

In an industry as challenging as the music business, failure is something of an inevitability, but how we choose to deal with it can effect whether it is more of. Continue reading

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How changing your perspective can aid you as a musician

Patrick McGuire digs into the benefits of widening your perspective as a musician, and how finding alternative ways of seeing, hearing, and approaching music-making can help you achieve your true. Continue reading

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10 ways EVERY MUSICIAN must stand out

In a field as crowded as the music industry, sameness and lacking remarkability can be a huge hazard, so it’s important to separate yourself from the crowd. Guest post by. Continue reading

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Tips for creating an ‘original’ cover song

Ironically, recording a cover of someone else’s song can be a great way to help you band or project stand out in a crowded field. Here, we look at some. Continue reading

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