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Pursuing a Career in the New Music Industry: Tips for DIY Success
Let there be no mistake—pursuing a career in the music industry in the 2020s may look easy, but it is highly competitive. The successful musicians ... -
Peter Frampton on Key Moments of His Long Career
Since the release of his blockbuster solo record, Frampton Comes Alive, in 1976, and his indelible hit singles “Show Me the Way,” “Baby I Love ... -
Executive Profile: Jim Olsen, Signature Sounds President
BACKGROUND The ultimate destination for independent-minded folk, Americana, roots and rock artists around the Northampton, MA area, Signature Sounds Recordings grew out of the studio ... -
Musicians Institute Releases Free E-Books
Musicians Institute, the College of Contemporary Music, has announced a new series of free e-books for people who are interested in a career in music. ... -
Tip Jar: Personal Relationships: Better Choose the Right Partner
Choosing to be a music creator comes with certain, shall we say, pitfalls. While it is tough enough to put in years of hard work, ... -
New Music Seminar in June
On June 21-23 in New York City, New Music Seminar will host live A&R listening and critique rooms, mentor sessions, 15-minute intensive sessions from visionaries ... -
Career Connection: Work a Conference Like a Future Rockstar
An expert panelist on this year’s “Power Networking” panel at the SXSW Music Conference, Allison Shaw has had years of hands-on experiences dealing with major ... -
New Music Seminar Seeks "Top 100 Artists"
New Music Seminar (NMS) wants to find the “Top 100” artists about to break through in today’s market, i.e. “Artists on the Verge” (AOV). To qualify, ... -
New Music Seminar Seeks "Top 100 Artists"
New Music Seminar (NMS) wants to find the “Top 100” artists about to break through in today’s market, i.e. “Artists on the Verge” (AOV). To qualify, ... -
ASCAP Announces 2015 Lineup
ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, the organization protecting performing rights and advocacy for music creators, has announced the initial lineup for ... -
A Music Publishing Exec Asks: "A&R you a diamond in the sand?"
My primary objective as Senior Vice President of A&R for Round Hill Music is simple, to discover unknown or emerging talent, as well as to manage ... -
In-Ear Monitors – Fact v. Fiction
I have good news. It doesn’t matter anymore whether you like or use wedge monitors or in-ears. As long as you wear electronic earplugs when using ... -
Artist Profile: V² - Hard Rockin' Twins on a Fast Track
Eleven-year-old twin brothers Vittorio and Vincenzo have an early start on their music career with their two-man rock outfit V² (pronounced “V squared”). The pair’s debut ... -
Artist Profile: V² - Hard Rockin' Twins on a Fast Track
Eleven-year-old twin brothers Vittorio and Vincenzo have an early start on their music career with their two-man rock outfit V² (pronounced “V squared”). The pair’s debut ... -
Launching a Successful Career As a Performer
Sponsored by Alfred Music. Charlie Gracie's hit song "Butterfly" topped the American and British music charts in 1957, selling over three million copies. His hits ... -
New Management Firm Seeks Artists
Music industry veteran R. Wayne Martin has launched Martin Artist Management, and is seeking acts for its roster. An independent boutique management firm founded by ... -
Book Review: The Artist's Guide to Success in the Music Business, Second Ed.
The Artist's Guide to Success in the Music Business, Second Edition By Loren Weisman (paperback) $19.95 Written from the perspective of a musician who has experienced ...
