Audio companies release a million new gadgets per week. For every piece of gear that one studio can’t live without, there’s another studio that’s never heard of it. But there are certain things no one should ever start a session without some of them items you’re unlikely to think about until...
It’s a team effort being in a band, especially if you’re on the independent track. Working together isn’t a suggestion it’s a requirement for survival. A strong collective work ethic helps ensure no one person’s energy or enthusiasm is drained by too many tasks. Everyone’s...
Maintaining a strong social media presence is crucial for independent bands, but so is booking your shows, recording your music, and making your merch. Feeling overwhelmed? If you find it difficult to keep up with your accounts on top of all your other efforts, try these easy fixes to improve your...
Sadly we lost these talented people from the music world. Billy Paul, 81, American R&B singer (“Me and Mrs. Jones”), pancreatic cancer. Lonnie Mack, 74, American singer-guitarist (The Wham of that Memphis Man). Prince, 57, American musician (“Purple Rain”, “Little...
Lee Robinson, the vocalist for North Carolina-based Ac/dc tribute band Thunderstruck, has spoken out about his chance to audition for the legendary group following the departure of longtime frontman Brian Johnson as Brian battled hearing loss. While the job ultimately went to a name-brand pro, Axl...
Junior Academy offers outstanding tuition to young, talented musicians aged 8-18 on Saturdays during term time at one of the UK’s foremost music conservatoires. We are seeking an exceptional teacher, performer and communicator with the ability to inspire talented young musicians in a thriving musical...
What artist doesn’t want to be the biggest in the world? That’s pretty much every musician’s dream. But to make that proper attempt, well, you need to set goals to help you get there. It’s possible you may never reach the commercial summit, but you can enjoy much more than...
Have you performed on a commercial audio session and had your performance incorporated into the sound bed of a promotional music video for the track? If so, you may or may not know that as a Musicians’ Union member you are entitled, under the BPI/MU Agreement 2011, to a further payment from the...
