The freelance and diverse nature of our job makes it quite hard, and sometimes confusing, to deal with all the admin and legal aspects of it. Many musicians, especially the young ones who are just starting a career in the business, often overlook aspects such as salary standards, pension schemes, insurance, or ...
As technology continues to grow increasingly popular in the realm of music production - it’s arguably the most important tool for anyone creating their own studio or production company - it’s unsurprising that many producers enter into the field without any true, in-depth knowledge of instruments. You can produce ...
Your hearing is a lot more fragile than you might think. I know this as much as anyone because I am writing this article while trying to ignore to the chronic ringing in my ears. What’s worse is that it is completely my own fault. I’m only 27. The high-pitched sound that I am hearing is known as tinnitus. My ...
One of the best ways to get your songs on Spotify, iTunes, Amazon is to use a music distributor that can upload them to all of the big sites in one go. You don’t have to be signed to a record label to get your songs on the bigger music stores and streaming services online. This definitely has its benefits. You ...
Collecting royalties is an important part of an musicians income. Whether you're a composer, a music producer, or a DJ, you should collect royalties to ensure that you're getting your fair share whenever a song is streamed, sold, or used in a TV commercial. Some creators tend to avoid music royalties because they ...
For anyone new to the idea of starting a band, it can be a pretty daunting task. From getting the right people and finding your sound, to arranging gigs, rehearsals, and managing everything, it can be pretty hard to know where to start. Playing a musical instrument is a great and fulfilling hobby, but it can get ...
2022 is continuing to be a difficult time for musicians. To make it easier, it's certainly worth exploring your options to collaborate online and tap into a vast network of musicians and producers. In the past, musicians were condemned to local band-mates and producers. This could be challenging, especially for those ...
