Creating an acoustic version of existing songs can be a great way to diversify your artistic profile. It is a way of demonstrating new musical shades and can be a solid strategic measure. In its core …
4 Things That Scare off Tastemakers
Catering to tastemakers/influences can be a risky endeavor. No matter if you’re contacting blog editors, playlist curators or larger channel owners – things can definitely go downhill, and fast,…
The Art of Diversifying Your Revenue Streams as a Musician
It’s 2020 and most recording artists are way more than their job description lets you assume. More and more upcoming acts use their skills to branch out into different areas for additional reven…
Story, Story, Story – Creating a Compelling Plot for Your Music One-Sheet
Creating a compelling music one-sheeter is often handled as art. Labels hire renown publicists or journalists to write up stories, never actually to be published. Due to the fact that most DIY artists…
Respect Thy Studio Partner – Habits for Zen Studio Vibes
Sharing a studio-space can be a fun, creative and wholesome experience. Many exceptional pieces of music are and were conceived in environments that accepted an open flow of contributors. And rightful…
A Guide to Outwit Drastic Distraction
Some creative individuals are highly susceptible to various forms of distraction. This can help generate thrilling input for creative work, but might also lead to creative ruts or overload. Finding th…
The Gentle Departure – Thoughts on Cutting Musical Ties
Not all musical ties are meant to last. On the contrary. Musicians should regularly evaluate if the collaborations they upkeep are built on solid, healthy ground. If they provide value, in an emotiona…
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…
Why Artists Should Start Sharing Expressive Fan Comments
Most artists highlight milestones directly connected to their streaming performance. And it makes sense – sharing those stats with a community reflects gratitude and an obvious, shared interest. The s…
Two Sides of the Creative Coin: The Artist and the Service Provider
There comes a point where most artists begin to engage in freelance work. Moving beyond the output of their own musical ambitions, jobs may a come along for other creative teams, like writing or produ…