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DIY Spotlight: Dynasty Electric
The best DIY acts learn to evolve and adapt. Dynasty Electric, an indie, electronic duo from Brooklyn, NY, is a perfect example of that premise. Fronted by Jenny Electrik, their retro-futuristic sound is crafted by Seth Misterka (Anthony Braxton, Shy Child, ... -
DIY Spotlight: The GoAround
Determined to achieve their dreams on their own terms, Alexander and Anthony Saddic formed the pop/alt-rock act the GoAround in their hometown of West Chester, PA. In order to build ... -
DIY Spotlight: thecoolschool
In the DIY world information is power, especially when it comes to business activities. With that in mind, industry veterans Kenny Kerner and Chris Fletcher created thecoolschool to address the ... -
DIY Spotlight: Cloud
Cloud, a pop-rock act out of Temecula, CA, know what it takes to be a successful DIY act: ambition, drive, and, most importantly, finances. In fact, it seems that money ... -
DIY Spotlight: The Zoo Human Project
This acoustic trio, composed of Derek Martinez, Jen Cordero, and Kevin Sakamoto, have overcome challenging odds. They’re a project of medical failures. But, where they failed physically they succeeded musically. ... -
DIY Spotlight: Kim Cameron
Savvy DIY artists know that one of the keys to independent success is to create multiple income streams. Kim Cameron not only understands that concept, she fosters it. Cameron, along ... -
DIY Spotlight: Corday
Corday has all the qualities of a DIY artist... ambitious, brave, determined and innovative. As a result, she is living her dream and making a living with her music. Corday ... -
DIY Spotlight: JT Spangler
JT Spangler is incredibly driven. In fact, he rarely rests—unless it’s in a tree house. Spangler developed his act in Los Angeles, playing hotspots like Hotel Café, Room 5 Lounge ... -
DIY Spotlight: Criminal Hygiene
Half-naked girls in dinosaur costumes, drag queens, skateboarders, bathtub murder scenes, and classic Skinemax footage collide to create Criminal Hygiene’s latest video project, CRMNL HYGNE: A Musical Portrait. The Los ... -
DIY Spotlight - Brother
Originally from New South Wales Australia, Brother are an alternative rock band that incorporate Celtic rock, Mongrel rock, Australian rock, didgeridoo, bagpipes and vocals. They record on their own Rhubarb ... -
Producers Sound Off: 5 Acclaimed Producers Offer Advice
IF THERE IS ONE INDIVIDUAL WHO USES RECORDING STUDIOS THE MOST, it is the producer. Producers often oversee multiple projects over the span of a year and, as a result, ... -
DIY Spotlight: Strangely Attractive
It’s challenging to be a DIY act, but Strangely Attractive met that challenge in a most unusual way. In fact, they are involved in something called the “52 Week Challenge.” ... -
DIY Spotlight: Macklemore
Hip-hop rapper Macklemore has been releasing music independently since 2000 and has gained a significant fanbase. He has released mixtapes, three EPs and two albums without record label support. His ... -
Karl Louis Gives Insider Management Advice
A veteran manager who formed Moral Compass Management over a decade ago, Karl Louis developed his skills at Warren Entner Management and Lindy Goetz Management, and has also worked on ... -
DIY Spotlight: Ratcliff Bailey
These artists are so DIY they create their own opportunities when none exist. Ratcliff Bailey are two musicians, Tim Ratcliff and Ken Bailey, who realized playing the same old standards ... -
Do It Yourself Management
The role of a Manager has changed as much as the music business. In fact, the traditional artist team (manager, attorney, agent, business manager) may no longer be practical. Today ... -
DIY Darling Spotlight: Marina V
Marina V is a DIY darling who has nurtured an incredibly devoted fan base. So much so, her fans are willing to do anything for her, including booking shows and ... -
DIY Spotlight: Vinyl Soul
Jay Hurtado and Nambo of Vinyl Soul are relentless DIYers. Their work ethic has brought them tremendous results. And, they’ve accomplished it all on their own. The ultimate buskers, Vinyl ... -
DIY Spotlight Featuring LePaige
By Bernard Baur The members of LePaige, an independent pop-rock act, will go to almost any extreme to achieve their goals—including dancing in their underwear, Gangnam Style. It started with a DIY crusade that was so ambitious ... -
24 Booking & Touring Tips
By Bernard Baur BOOKING TIPS 1. You need a recording that is mixed and mastered, and a performance video. 2. Prepare enough material for at least two full sets ...
