Many musicians and producers go through similar stages of content creation: There are high output times, where everything just seems to flow, but also lows, drenched in doubt, over-analyzing and lack …
Mixing – With Or Without Mastering Chain
When it comes to making music, there is no rulebook to follow for coming up with your next song. Although that this isn’t necessarily true for the mixing process, it is still up to you who you t…
Starting off With In-Ear Monitoring – 5 Vital Pointers
There comes a point when most musicians evaluate the pro’s and cons of in-ear monitoring. Rightfully so – there are numerous advantages to any live experience. It gives you an increased sensibil…
Creating a Visual Symbiosis – Thoughts on Images and Sound
The act of establishing a visual symbiosis between your images and sound is key to a well rounded, creative endeavor. If you think of it this way, you set the stage before even physically arriving the…
Getting Your Music Video Instagram Ready – 3 Fast Pointers
For many artists, Instagram has slowly but surely turned into a major content outlet. Features like IGTV enable you to post full-length music videos on the platform, and story engagement is incredibly…
Things to Learn From the Artistic Brand Buildup of Tyler The Creator
Tyler the Creator is, by all means, an exceptional brand and creative powerhouse. Having successfully self-produced and written his new album IGOR, he entered the Billboard at #1, giving DJ KHALED a r…
Breaking Plans – Turning Strategy Changes Into Meaningful Events
For many artists, setting up release plans, schedules and a strategy is in itself a daunting task. Especially when handling all of these DIY management necessities, artists are regularly pushed to the…
Pointers on Inviting Hired Pros
Once in a while you might be inclined to invite hired pros, meaning superb instrumentalist or vocalist, to a session. However close or tight this relationship might be, in its core it is a professiona…
The Art of Saying “No” – Thoughts on Music Dealmaking
Things within the digital sphere can develop faster than you might think. One solid track on Spotify, or one viral hit on Soundcloud, or sometimes even a favorable blog review can open a corridor of o…
The Smart Interview – Here’s What We Learn From Great Artist Q&A’s
Just as every artist has a unique style and sound, the interview tone of voice varies greatly. While some like to keep things short, tight and focused, others use the interview medium as a definitive …
