It’s very easy to host your music online these days, with lots of free services as well as easy and cheap distribution to the big streaming services and online stores. This list includes both free and paid options and different ways you can target your audience. Note: Any websites marked with an asterisk symbol ...
Stage presence is an essential part of being a well-rounded musician. Unlike a recording where the audience will only hear you, in a live performance you will be judged by both their eyes and ears. A natural and smooth stage act will supercharge your performance and ensure that your fans look forward to following ...
Companies such as AIVA and OpenAI have created powerful automated music creation technology that serves as yet another reminder that artificial intelligence may have a large impact on the music industry. AIVA have released an automated music soundtrack creation tool that many companies are using. Using generated ...
Music is a vast realm. There are countless genres, sub-genres, and styles, from World Music to Rap, from Rock to Jazz. On the one hand, the list could be extremely long. On the other hand, not all genres are as popular and as successful. As a result, the music industry, or the music market, surely favors some of ...
Music management is a difficult job to pursue, although it can be very rewarding for those that are successful. It is a job that requires experience, creativity, and hustling. Musicians get to enjoy all the spotlight while their managers take care of important work behind the scenes. Yet, there are a few who have ...
Quite a lot of musicians can recognize themselves as 'starving artists.' It refers to those who sacrifice their material well-being and financial comfort to focus on an artistic endeavor. Artists have historically struggled with their finances, social circumstances, and even health. However, the 21st century is ...
As the threat of Coronavirus (COVID-19) deepens, the music industry is facing the heat of a worsening situation. Entering into the New Year is usually an exciting time for the music industry. It should include the latest releases by artists, major festivals for upcoming spring and summer such as Coachella & South ...
The Coronavirus is currently wreaking havoc on the music industry. If you’re a musician and not sure what to do through the COVID-19 pandemic, read our 8 tips for some guidance. Concerts and festivals around the world are being canceled at a very fast rate (see here for a continuously updated list of ...
We're going to dish out a bit of tough love with this post. We need to discuss the 10 reasons why you're going to fail to be a great musician. We will define success based on the commonly held view of what it takes to make it in music. This can be anything from getting a large following to being on a big stage of a ...
Obtaining a sponsorship can be an effective way to enhance both your income and your visibility as an independent musician. It can either turn into a whole new income source or into a way to find the capital you need for your next project. It can be a powerful advertising tool or an efficacious way to communicate the ...
No matter if you're a beginner singer or a seasoned guitar player, chances are you might experience a nervous feeling before getting on stage. Your legs are wobbly, your mouth is dry, you probably feel sick or dizzy. Even if you don't have any physical symptoms, you can still feel worried, timid, tired, anxious. These ...
Think about your favorite movie, with all those quirky characters you love, the plot twists that still keep you on the edge of your seat, or the beautiful scenes, masterly curated in every detail. Now, think about that same movie but without a soundtrack. Are those quirky characters, plot twists, and beautiful scenes ...
