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Music Festival Preparation Checklist – 80 Essential Items

Music Festival Preparation Checklist – 80 Essential Items

Buying a festival ticket is simple, however, planning out the trip and having all the essentials is vital to having a good time and being prepared for any encounter. From having all the basic necessities like your phone, ID, and festival tickets to earplugs, a first aid kit, energy bars, etc. This checklist will ...

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What is Bandcamp Friday (And When is Bandcamp Friday?)

What is Bandcamp Friday (And When is Bandcamp Friday?)

Bandcamp Friday, which happens on the first Friday of every month, is an initiative where Bandcamp waives its revenue share, allowing artists to receive the full proceeds from sales of their music and merchandise. Bandcamp Friday occurs on the first Friday of each month (October 6th 2023, November 3rd 2023, and ...

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The 20 Best Music Producers of All Time

The 20 Best Music Producers of All Time

A music producer is someone who assists musicians in creating songs, delivering quality studio performances, and arranging tracks (among other technical specifications). In addition to the classical role of a record producer, music producers are sometimes composers themselves. This is an attempt at listing the 20 ...

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Sped-up Versions of Songs – Why Are There So Many of Them?

Sped-up Versions of Songs – Why Are There So Many of Them?

Sped-up versions of songs are so popular at the moment because they’re one of the most popular categories of music on TikTok. Artists and record labels are capitalizing on the trend and releasing sped-up versions of their own tracks as a result. Sped-Up Versions - Main Things to Know This type of music is not ...

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We Need To Get Real About Mental Health in the Music Industry

We Need To Get Real About Mental Health in the Music Industry

Research shows that musicians are three times more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression than people in other jobs. Sadly, mental health issues have been overwhelmingly prevalent in the music industry at least since the second half of the 20th century. But why? And what can be done about it? Mental health ...

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40 Content Ideas for Musicians

40 Content Ideas for Musicians

In today's digital age, building an engaging online presence is incredibly important for musicians. However, consistently creating exciting content that resonates with fans is challenging. Luckily, there are amazing content ideas that you can try! Whether you're an aspiring artist, part of a garage band, or a ...

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What is AutoTune and How Does It Work?

What is AutoTune and How Does It Work?

AutoTune is a digital technology that corrects pitch inaccuracies in vocal or instrumental performances, ensuring the tune stays in perfect harmony. It works by adjusting the pitch of a track to the nearest semi-tone or 'note' in a preset scale, hence, producing a well-tuned output. In its most basic form, ...

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Cultural Appropriation in Music (Thoughts and Examples)

Cultural Appropriation in Music (Thoughts and Examples)

Image: Singer MØ admitted she felt that the video for her collab with Major Lazer for the song "Lean On" was cultural appropriation. Diplo, one of the trio that makes up Major Lazer, stated "India is special and its beauty absolutely humbled me… we wanted to incorporate the attitude and positive vibes into our ...

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What Is Sync Licensing (Music in Movies and TV)

What Is Sync Licensing (Music in Movies and TV)

Sync licensing is about getting permission to use a specific song in visual media like movies, TV shows, or commercials. By doing this, the people making the media can use the music legally and make sure the composer or copyright owner gets paid fairly. Sync licensing involves two rights: the master right, which ...

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How To Get Gigs As A Musician Or Band In (2024)

How To Get Gigs As A Musician Or Band In (2024)

To get gigs as a musician or band, one must make his or her music bookable, find new contacts in the music industry, take the initiative, and be as professional as possible. Invitations for gigs can be hard to get, so it's up to musicians to create the necessary conditions to perform live. It's possible to get ...

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10 Tips For Networking In The Music Industry

10 Tips For Networking In The Music Industry

Networking is defined as the process of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional contacts. Networking is key in any business, especially in the music industry. Without networking, artists may find it hard to get signed, find gigs, and grow an audience. Sure, networking is the bread ...

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