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Have you ever wondered how to copyright songs?If you are a songwriter, the chances are you have. There are many variables that can enter into registering a copyright which can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Hopefully this article will shed some light on the subject so you can understand the process a little better.Below are some general questions people have asked me regarding how to copyright

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A whole new style of composing music and writing lyrics has arrived in the form of digital songwriting.By using hi tech home studio equipment and software, you can now record your music and lyrics at the same time as you actually write your songs.In the Sixties and Seventies, the most any young songwriter could have hoped for, would have been a 10/50/50 song deal with a music publisher - any

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Looking forward to give an impressive look to your business? Develop CD Business Cards or DVD Business cards and hand it over to your customers whenever they come knocking at your door. This is an innovative marketing approach and guarantees business improvement.With most businesses supported by websites and various technologies, people these days finds more pleasure doing work using technologies

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As songwriters, when inspiration strikes, we need some way to snare our latest germ of an idea. We reach for the nearest piece of paper , or Dictaphone to capture our moment of brilliance. Sometimes I have been gifted with an idea while walking down the street and have resorted to ringing myself up and humming my idea onto my voice mail! [Yes you can have that one]So how do we ensure we can

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Intellectual property has been a hot news topic recently. From the Chinese planning new IP laws to combat illegal downloads, and former FT Editor, Andrew Gowers leading an independent review into IP rights in the UK, to the thorny issue of digital rights management that has been highlighted with the French passing a new copyright law.Doing The Rights ThingIntellectual property has been a hot news

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I hate taking drugs. I know that's hard to hear coming from a full time working musician. But it is true. I hate taking anti-histamines or sprays. I prefer the holistic approach.The three ways to protect your voice:1. Water: Distilled water is the best. Chlorinated water, even when filtered is the worst. Why? Think about how your skin feels after you've been swimming. Chlorine does the same thing

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This is the first in a five-part series entitled, "The 5 Biggest Marketing Mistakes Musicians Make (And How You Can Fix Them To Recession Proof Your Business!)As we go through this week, check to see how many of these mistakes you are making in your marketing and then see what you can do to fix them. Doing this will bring you better paying gigs.Recession Buster #1: You don't focus your marketing

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Entertainment lawyers are an integral part of the music industry. Landing a major record deal puts you in an especially vulnerable position. You are required to sign many contracts and attend many meetings. These are things you should ideally navigate with the aid of legal representation. However, a music attorney is probably not as expensive or as difficult to get as you think. Many record

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Finding representation for your career can be a very hard, but very important task if you want to further your career path. Many people rush into contracts, signing on the dotted line before they think clearly about the ramifications. Once a contract is made and signed, getting out of it, if there are problems can be very costly and time consuming. With that said, there are at least 6 important

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Getting your music into movies is a great way to earn extra income, especially if you are an independent songwriter. However, there is more to the process than just sending your music to a studio. Learning the ins and outs of the business, taking advantage of your resources, and using the tricks of the trade are all necessary in order to successfully market your music to the film industry.The

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If you've been around musical ensembles for any length of time, regardless of the type of music, you know that good posture gets harped on repeatedly. Sitting or standing with bad posture reduces the overall wind capacity of the ensemble, and looks sloppy in performance. Specifically for choir, though, bad posture is an immense block to developing a good choral sound. Some of the reasons why:*

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Let's face it good talent can be found on every corner and standing out in the crowd has become the biggest challenge. Truly how did Beyonce or Jessica Simpson become overnight successes? They put a great PR campaign in place and received massive equity returns from free publicity coverage. Most people wanting to break into the music business often overlook using public relations which is a great

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What if I told you that you were a great singer? What if I told you that you were capable of writing the next timeless classic of our generation? What if I told you that no matter how rough, pitchy, gravelly, weak or otherwise "unpleasant" your voice may be that you could have fans everywhere who would pay to hear you perform? What would your response be to that? Take a moment to put together in

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Some songs sound absolutely phenomenal with just a voice and an accompanying instrument such as guitar or piano. But these are rare, and most songs end up needing that extra special ingredient to make them stand out as worthy songs. There are many flavorful ingredients you can add to your songs once you have the basic chords and melody in place. So dust off your songwriting spice rack, add the

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Being a musician for many years now, all I ever wanted to do was to be able to make a good living by doing what I can't do without, which is performing and writing music. Its a blessing to be on a stage looking out over a big room full of people to share your music with. You'll never experience a feeling like it. Just the satisfaction of knowing that for that moment in time you are completely

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If you want to put together and arrange a recording, you might need something a bit different than simply putting a band together and then mixing all of the music in. Today, you have options available so that you can put together your songs and make sure that everything is hanging together just right. Tip #1: Use patterns and repeats. Everything in music is built off of a pattern or motif. If you

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The MP3 and MP4 generation was generated mostly due to advances in data compression. Let us first take a step back and focus on digital music. There are two types of data in the world: Analog and Digital data. Analog data is real time data, and it is essentially how we perceive the world. As you listen to any music, you are listening to an analog signal. Everything we see and hear is analog. So

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Indie music is well known for its low profile and refusal to conform to current trends. The artists take pride in their individuality and their ability to survive in a cutthroat industry without compromising on their beliefs. But even the most dogged and persistent artists need a bit of help and luck in breaking into the scene and establishing indie credibility.Showcase events are an ideal way

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If you are reading this then hopefully the question of "Should I get my Sound Mastered" has been answered. If not, then this article will briefly discuss this issue. If you are asking this question to begin with, then your answer is more than likely "yes". Mastering is just as important as your recording and mixing process. Here is a question? Your music is recorded, did you mix it yet? If yes,

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So you've decided you want to be in a rock band? Maybe you've always felt you were different and you didn't belong in Greek-letter fraternities or alibata-activist organizations? You've always wanted to stand out so you think playing on stage in front of screaming fans is the way to go? Okay, if you think you've got what it takes to be the next rock icon take your best shot at it.If you're good

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Releasing your own record can be done and done successfully! In the prior article, four tips were discussed on how to do just this; investors, group contracts, work for hire and a budget for advertising, distribution and promotion.Let's discuss some more crucial steps to take in releasing your own record without dealing with major labels and their recording contracts, music contracts and various

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Did you know it was possible for you to release your very own record without the aid of record labels, music contracts, recording contracts, whether they be from indie or major? Yes, the process of doing this all yourself can be a little intimidating simply because it can be easy to miss some of the legalities of the process but it is possible! There are many issues to be considered when

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Entering a studio is completely different to practicing or performing. It is a different art form and requires certain steps for the purposes of getting your tracks just right. In actual fact, it is such an art form that there are various musicians that only concentrate on being studio musicians due to the different techniques that are used. If you are preparing to record, then you will want to

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The main goal in creating a press kit is to generate interest in an artist and the music they play. A press kit includes background information, photos, samples of music, a listing of past and future gigs you have scheduled, and any other pertinent information.A press kit is used as a way of introducing and artist to newspapers, the media, promoters, and music industry leaders. You can create a

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If you want to get the right sound on your CD, it will take more that just having the right equipment to set up your own recording studio. In order to ensure everything is in the right area, you must consider the ways in which you space your things out as well as how you can work with then while in your recording studio.First, you must consider, is the amount of room required for setting up a

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Say your band has already recorded your album. The mix is right, the songs are in top shape, and the entire band is happy with the results. Your worries are not over yet! Recording an album is your most important step, but it isn’t your last. If you are planning on selling your CD as merchandise, you’ll need to follow all the steps necessary to get your CDs ready to be sold, or as they say in the

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As the indie and unsigned music artist or band steps into the second quarter of 2008, let's take a moment to remind ourselves of the music career goals we are striving for. Success doesn't happen on desire alone, it is a planned for and diligent process. Keep your eyes on your objectives, stay on top of your marketing plan and network your butts off. - ArtistopiaGoal For It! by Kevin SinclairWhat

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There are lots of ways to make a living in the music industry, and very few of them have anything to do with getting on stage and performing, or trying to crack the lineup on American Idol. In fact, most of them reward interpersonal skills and organizational skills more than they reward a strong voice, or the ability to rip the chords on a Fender, or bang out 1/64 beats on a drum kit.First, a lot

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One Way to Succeed in the Music Business - Get a Recording Contract by Submitting your Music Demo Tape. When a recording company offers you a contract, you are given the opportunity to record your songs for the entire world to hear, and this quite often proves to be the start of the road to success....One Way to Succeed in the Music BusinessWhen a recording company offers you a contract, you are

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I began playing guitar many years ago while in high school. It wasn't long before I got the itch to play in a band. Back then, putting a band together was fairly simple and straight forward. There was always enough talent to choose from roaming the high school hallways. So it just became a matter of finding the right group of fellows that fit your particular musical taste.Today, things are way

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Ready to start your own band? There are plenty of musicians out there willing to pursue a career in music with you, but how do you choose the right musician? Different musicians contribute different sounds to a band depending on their technical skills, innovations, and music diversity. For example, Metallica would not sound the way they do without James Hetfield, or Dream Theater would definitely

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Tin pan alley possesses a standard bugaboo for all new songwriters. This is the always-current rumor that publishers, professional songwriters, bandleaders - in fact, anyone and everyone in the music business - is intent upon stealing the ideas of new songwriters. Many new writers are hesitant about sending songs to publishers for this very reason. They are positive that if they allow the song

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As you ponder your goal and determine the best course to achieve it, you will need some creative ways of thinking and facing challenges that will arise. The most creative-thinkers out there will encourage you to think outside your box and to consider even the wildest of ideas.One way to do this is to “Wild Mind Brainstorm.” Wild-Mind is done by having a piece of paper and writing down EVERY idea

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Music career = in the business of music; Professional artist photos = an artist or band that takes their music career seriously and understands the value in this important piece of their image and presentation in the music business. A good headshot or band photo would be included as your primary photo online, as well as in your press kit and press releases. - ArtistopiaWhether you are starting a

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You've brought together three or four of the best musicians in town, and they are jamming to your tunes. You have spent days and nights writing and rewriting lyrics, and you have been working hard to perfect your sound. Finally, after many months of practice, you are ready to reap the benefits of your hard work. But how do you begin?As a new band, the idea of booking your first gig could prove to

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Not all of us instinctively possess a good internal clock. The good news is that you can develop excellent time by first, being aware of its importance; second, by evaluating your own playing; and, third, by doing something constructive about it. One way to develop good time is to play along with recordings.These days there is an overabundance of CDs available to you. Once upon a time, the only

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In order to be successful in the "old" music business you had to have a radio hit!In it's heyday, when Radio was still breaking artists, a 3:30 minute track with two verses, three choruses, etc. was the expected standard but today, with the Internet rapidly becoming king...a "cookie-cutter" track isn't always required to capture the listeners attention and make them want to hear it over and over

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When you're working on a recording, of course knowing how to use the various pieces of equipment is important, but you also have to know how to use acoustics. The acoustics of any recording are just as important as any other element as you develop your particular sound. If you do this, you also have more capability in recording sounds just as you want them and will be able to determine just how

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Which studio do you pick to record at? This is a question that no doubt every musician or band will face at some point in time. This article will give you a few pointers to help pick the studio that is right for you.Cost/ AvailabilityYou first consideration should be cost and the availability of the studios that you can afford. You should have some sort of budget worked out prior to shopping for

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As singers and bands compete for the ears of music industry pro’s, hoping to become the next greatest pop icon, mangers and the relationships with their acts have become increasingly important. With the evolution of technology, the internet and fledgling record labels, trying to compete for the next money making act, you can be sure that artist managers have their plates full sifting through

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Using a band mailing list can be an effective way of letting your fans know what is happening with your band at minimal cost to you. While you may already be using a mailing list to promote your act, this article should give you some additional ideas of things you can do with your list which will means more exposure for your act.The BasicsIf you are not collecting names and addresses of people

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There is a whole process of marketing that needs to be explored if you have gone to the trouble of completing a song which you believe could be a hit. The principal difference between an amateur and professional songwriter is that the professional writer has at least one published song to his credit. It thus follows that if a new songwriter has a song accepted and successfully exploited by a

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This article is about the subject of booking your band. It contains a few helpful tips that you can start using immediately when you are booking your band.Get OrganizedYou need to come up with some sort of system to keep track of who you called, what was said, who you sent packages to and who you need to follow up with. I recommend getting a Day runner, they are compact and can help you stay

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Gibson Guitars are an icon of the guitar industry. Gibson is currently a major player in both the electric guitar and acoustic guitar market. The company was originally named after Orville Gibson who made mandolins in Kalamazoo, Michigan at the end of the 19th century. Gibson used the same method to initially make the big body archtop acoustic guitars.Gibson Guitars were one of the first to come

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Gigging is probably one of the most enjoyable activities a musician can experience. There is always something special about performing in front of a live audience. The sound of a crowds appreciation when you have just ripped up the stage with a great performance of your best tunes. There is just nothing like it. But what happens when things don't go exactly as planed? And what happens when things

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Firing members of your band is never a pleasant experience but I can tell you it is one of the things that you will face in your pursuits as a professional musician.The ideal situation for a band would be of course to form a band with three other musicians and stay together with the same four people for years and years. The band then eventually gets signed and the same four members tour the world

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Your demo is your calling card to the music industry. A good demo could result in getting those special gigs on weekend nights or possibly sparking some interest from an A&R rep. A bad demo on the other hand may lead your band into gigging on weekdays in bad time slots were there usually is no audience in the club or worst yet rejection from many people in the music business. Whatever you are

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We all are familiar with the term "Hit Record" but when it's elements are broken down, what is it really comprised of?In it's heyday, when Radio was still breaking artists, a 3:30 minute track with two verses, three choruses, etc. was the measuring tool, but today with the Internet changing everything...a "cookie-cutter" track isn't always required to capture the listeners attention and make them

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I'm not sure exactly what triggered it, but recently my mind started popping with creative, off-the-wall ways to promote your music. So I jotted down some notes and am sharing them with you in this article.I'll let you determine whether these are truly "outrageous" ideas. But one thing is for sure: They certainly aren't the traditional things that most musicians think about when they do

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As you might know already that, finding the right name can take a lot of time and few know that it can end up becoming a waste of time, where if you do not own, your own name is very dangerous cause you can spend countless hours, months, and maybe years promoting your stage name to find out that it has already been owned or trademarked by another artist anywhere else in the world.In return you

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Who’s been signed this time, was a common question and theme at William Morris Agency while I was there as an agent. While the agency was always on the lookout, of course with the major heavy weight record labels, knowing which artist would ultimately get the deal was not always an “in the bag” known quantity. As one of the younger up and coming agents, I often learned many valuable lessons from

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It is so important that you are ready and focused when it comes to recording your demo CD. With you being unprepared within any area, production will lead to time being wasting in the studio, just to correct mistakes, which will turn around and cost you big money in the long run.Now you must choose exactly which songs you want to record. But first you should consider the type of song to choose,

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Regarding an inexpensive but effective home recording studio, the first thing to do is to carefully go over your budget, because once you get going it will be the little bits and pieces that can nickel and dime you to death. Know how much you can safely spend without putting yourself into financial jeopardy. So many people talk about getting financial backers but that isn't always the best answer

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Join us as we take a look into a popular guitar myth on the subject of natural talent. We will be discussing how natural talent is not a replacement for hard work and for learning the proper skills. You will learn the benefits to perfecting your skills by practicing along with guitar backing tracks.A pretty common phrase that's thrown around a lot in the guitar community and just about every

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Traditional radio airplay, standard brick and mortar distribution and being signed by a major record label are no longer the only means of getting your music noticed.Thanks to digital distribution and the massive appeal and easy access to the Internet, unknown musical talent now has a chance at real success. Additionally the indie musician is not stuck with the costs of making an entire CD. They

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Do you want a career in music? You might say yes, but how do I get started? Musicians, bands, singers, songwriters - all music artists must learn the "simple" art of communicating who they are and what they do beyond the music and lyrics. Indies have to be able to network and market themselves with other musicians, their fans and music business persons in this music career path. It's always best

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Can you Talk the Talk?I've worked in film and video for the last several years and have always been the one to place most of the music in commercials and TV shows I work on. What's surprised me throughout my career is discovering some musicians who know how to talk the talk, and some who don't. In my line of work, I would never know if a musician was a college student or a seasoned professional,

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Congratulations! Your debut CD is now recorded, replicated, packaged, and ready for market. It’s an amazing feeling to see the fruit of your labor in front of you, nicely packaged as a CD that’s ready to be sold alongside the big wigs in the industry. One small problem: you don't have the backing and capital that the big wigs do to promote your CD... and you just know your CD can be a huge

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The MP3 is a complete godsend for anyone who enjoys and appreciates good music. Not only does it afford users the convenience of purchasing music online and ripping from purchased CDs, it also provides the utmost ease in portability. There are more MP3 players on the market than I can name. These players allow you to download hundreds and in some cases thousands of MP3’s to take along with you

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For mostly stupid reasons, a lot of unsigned artist might feel that getting a record deal with a major or independent label is easy to do, and with a contract success will be guaranteed. And to do this, they feel that all they have to do is send out a few demos and BAM there it is like magic, but thats not the case cause over a million artist send in demos every year and over a million are

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After attending countless artist showcases through the years as a former talent booking agent with the William Morris Agency, I’ve decided to touch on some practical ideas that will help promote your artist career and give you an increased chance at a possible record deal. After exploring much of the information available online, I determined to stay with easily grasped concepts and ideas that

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Classic Heavy Metal Music by Deon MelchiorMillions of Americans, whether they actually lived in the era or not, love classic rock. There are thousands of classic rock radio stations around the country. With all of the popular rock bands around there is still no comparison to the music known as classic rock. Classic rock entailed a wide variety of different music styles including some heavy metal

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Japanese Music by Tom TakihiMusic in Japan is called ongaku, which when directly translated can be taken to mean as sound for comfort. Although mostly identified nowadays by the outside world for its pop, “bubblegum” type of songs, Japanese music is essentially an eclectic combination of musical influences from all over the world. Much as it is steeped in local tradition and history, the scales,

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The Many Genres of Christian Music by Justin PalmerWe all probably know a couple religious hymns, but today's fast-paced society is changing, and so is the style of music we listen to. Christian music has developed tremendously over the last century to represent the changing style of music that we enjoy. Contemporary music offers up-to-date music styles with the same traditional Christian message

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Jazz Music: The Many Styles by Goodness MasekoThe essence of the appeal of Jazz music has expanded and became reinvented from the use of elements found in African drumming, spiritual and hymn music, bluegrass hillbilly music, blues, impressionist, and classical traits to newer sounds. Jazz music became popular from radio and underground clubs that influenced other parts of the world. For instance

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What Is Country Music Anyway? by Sintilia MiecevoleWhen many people think of country music, they think of sad songs about lost loves, broken down trucks and runaway dogs. In their minds, they are hearing all of these woes sung in the traditional twangy country accents of the south. However, these perceptions of country music are far from where this style of music has evolved. Today, country music

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Beware...here are 10 common mistakes I have seen new artists make over and over again.The Ten Most Common Mistakes A New Artist Makes1) They Don't Know Who They Are And Who The Audience Is That They Are Trying To Reach. Can you identify your target market? Do you know their age group? Are they primarily male or female? What artists do they listen to and support? What image should you project to

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Developing an Appreciation of Classical Music by Mike FreemenClassical music is at once one of the best known and least understood forms of music, and many music fans who feel they would never like classical music are surprised at just how enjoyable it can be.Of course, classical music can take a great many forms, and not every music fan will appreciate every kind of classical music. To some

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New Age Music - How It's Made by Edward WeissDifferent styles of music have different "sounds." We can all pretty much agree on that point. For example, Jazz uses seventh chords almost exclusively. This, and the kind of chord progressions used in Jazz gives it its unique flavor. But what about new age music? Does it have it's own special ingredients?Yes it does.Now, there are no hard and fast

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Alternative Music embodies a different musical approach and an "anything but" philosophy to the status quo of rock and roll. This movement in music has existed in other forms through the years. Punk, for example, was arguably a precursor to what later developed as Alternative Music. The basic idea of Punk Rock was to be antiestablishment. Punk deliberately made a different sound than Rock at that

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Bands come and go, but the classification and re-classification of their music is an exercise that never grows old. There are no hard and fast rules, no universally accepted methodology or definitions to fall back on. Music geeks are faced with bands that change their sound and/or appearance from release to release and a classification system that is completely open to interpretation.As a

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In part 1, we covered mic placements. In this article, we are going to cover mixing down tracks. This is considered by some to be the hardest part of the recording process because it does typically take longer to mix the tracks than to record the tracks.First of all, when you are mixing down the tracks, if you recorded your instruments and vocals much like I do in my studio, you only used mics

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If you have ever recorded a song at home and had little to no knowledge about mic placement and sound engineering, you probably felt like I did 15 years ago whenever I first started recording music. You can record a great sounding cd at home without spending a big budget to produce it.First of all, your recording platform does make a difference when recording a song at home. I am not saying that

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I'm talking about live recordings and live videos.It isn't necessarily the bands' fault that, on the whole, the quality of these recordings is below par. However it is the bands' fault to release these recordings to the public.A band needs to understand that live recordings of 'established' artists are finalized in the recording studio, many times re-recording voice and removing parts of the show

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When considering a singing contest or a career in singing, it is important to remember that not all people are born singers. It is necessary to take into account that some people may have good voices and can be singers, but not all good singers would make good performers. The primary importance is that a singer requires good vocal quality, however, if he/she wishes to make singing a career, then

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A microphone is a device made to capture waves in air, water or hard material and translate them to an electrical signal. The most common method is via a thin membrane producing some proportional electrical signal.Most microphones in use today for audio use electromagnetic generation (dynamic microphones), capacitance change (condenser microphones) or piezoelectric generation to produce the

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Hello my name is Johnny C! I started recording about 9 years ago and it has been one of the greatest Journey's of my life. I have recorded right at 40 people and have recorded for NPR and a few other various programs also. I wish I would have written all the people down along the way! It is crazy how time flies! Read my tips below and it will save you a lot of trouble. It took me about 4 moves

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Despite my somewhat underwhelming reputation in the music business, I have been asked on occasion – usually by woefully uninformed novices – how to write music. Wow, this is kind of a heavy topic, I mean so many ways to address it. In order to save you from the unintelligible ramblings of someone who is not the most brilliant music theoreticians, I will skillfully side-step the technical aspects

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Q: “What are the best foods and beverages to drink before a performance or recording session?”A: When it comes to nutrition, it can get pretty complex, so my message to singers is: Keep it simple.FoodYour body needs energy so that it can perform for you. Help it to digest and metabolize well by keeping your food intake simple. I personally find juicy fruit and raw salads with a little light

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I'm sorry to have to say this to you, but the quality of your music is not enough any more and if your feelings are hurt, then you shouldn't be in the music industry in the first place. If you want to make a success of your career, however, you will need to face the hard truth and work on trying to avoid this phenomenon.But first I need to prove to you that what I'm saying is true. So here

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For many years, professional/top writers (writers in general...and not just songwriters) have been using a powerful and proven technique that separates them from beginners.And now, I'd like to share this secret technique with you.If you consistently apply the following 3 steps, you'll notice a big improvement in your songwriting:1. Gather as much information about your song idea as possible.Once

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A Musician who does not practice cannot really call themselves a musician. Anyone who loves their instrument and wants to make it part of their life should crave time to further master their art. Sometimes, musicians go through a period of non-practice for a number of reasons, but in general, they have passion and look forward to any opportunity to play music.A musician can always rehearse,

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With the advent of digital technology, musicians can mix their own music at home. A plethora of computer programs gives you the tools that you need to make professional sounding mixes from at your desk. Curious about how to best do your own home music production? Here's some information that will help.Tools For Home Music ProductionIn order to produce music at home, you'll need to have a high

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Have you ever had the dream of writing a song that one day you or a big star will sing? Or it may be that you want to write a piece of music for an orchestra to play. Have you already written a few songs but have not gotten any response or good feedback yet? Well, instead of giving up, just keep trying and with a push in the right direction, you may gain the confidence to and know how to actually

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For a singer to survive there will need to be a booking for several gigs, you need an audience to offer your heartfelt songs too. To survive in the field of music, you must have successful gigs. Every singer lives and breathes gigs; it is an essential aspect of following the path that leads to stardom.So how do you find singing gigs? You need to simply follow these steps and let your imagination

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As a musician you know that marketing your work is extremely important if you want people to purchase your work. One particularly good way of marketing your music is through the Internet, though many musicians are left confused as to where they should start. So just how do you market music online, what are the best ways to go about it and why exactly should you market your music online?Why Market

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Every good guitarist will want to take care of their guitar in order to keep it in the best condition. A large part of caring for your guitar is by cleaning it on a regular basis. And as a guitarist, it is your solemn duty to ensure that your guitar it maintained to the best of conditions, in order for it to deliver a quality sound. No matter whether you are a professional guitarist or a beginner

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A soundman can make or break your act at any live gigs that your band is playing. With a good engineer your band will sound polished with a great even mix of instruments and vocals. A bad engineer on the other hand, can make even a great band sound horrible. A harsh mix with blazing guitars and low vocal levels can leave your audience thinking that your band stinks. All of those countless hours

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Step 1: Record a collection of tracks. ProperlyContrary to what some people may think, few people are going to notice your abilities as an artist by listening to a rough demo. Either hire some studio time, enter into an agreement with an up-and-coming producer, or buy some studio gear. Gear is not expensive nowadays, and $800 should get you up and running.Haven't got the money? Save up for a

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In an industry where only a fraction of the talent finds success, it's not hard to see that there's more to making it than making good music. It can take years to get a record deal, even if you're good. So many musicians make the mistake of putting all their stock into outdated marketing strategies and dead-end demos. They end up blending in with the rest; their demos and their press kits end up

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Once upon a time, not too long ago, most music artists wanted a record deal. Being an independent artist was more of an ambition than a phenomenon. While Ani DiFranco, a non-commercial music artist and the poster child of independence, garnered attention and respect from her peers, she didn't exactly serve as a catalyst to the independent movement.Then a highly publicized feud between Prince and

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Who’s been signed this time, was a common question and theme at William Morris Agency while I was there as an agent. While the agency was always on the lookout, of course with the major heavy weight record labels, knowing which artist would ultimately get the deal was not always an “in the bag” known quantity. As one of the younger up and coming agents, I often learned many valuable lessons from

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Are you bound and determined to promote professionalism to the world at any cost? Are you a struggling artist who just wants to be taken seriously? Or are you a start-up record label who is getting close to exhausting all their resources? No matter whom you are or what you are trying to accomplish in the music business, you need to exude professionalism in every aspect. You need to be prepared

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I deal with a lot of bands who simply aren't sure what producing is. Some have no idea what it can do to their songs. Some are under the impression that some guy (who also owns a strip club) who has a limo and pony tail is going to call them "baby" and turn them into New Kids on the Block with guitars.While this sort of thing might exist, I don't think these sort of producers stick around very

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Traditional radio is slowly becoming obsolete as technology in modern times grows in leaps and bounds. We last discussed internet radio, which is basically audio files streamed over the internet to whomever chooses to listen to it. And in this article we’ll be discussing podcasting. Which is very similar to internet radio, yet has its differences. Basically it is an updated version of streaming

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Guerrilla Marketing is the use of unconventional marketing techniques intended to get maximum results from minimal resources, which let's face it; most indie musicians have minimal resources. Today, guerrilla marketing is a non-traditional, low-cost, and highly effective marketing endeavor, which when used properly can reap many rewards for the diligent user.So what can you do to use guerrilla

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The music industry is undoubtedly one of the 'sexiest' fields in which to work, according to a recent survey by the editors of Time magazine. There are music industry jobs that require nearly any skill set that you can bring to the job, and the training required varies with each of the music industry jobs that may interest you. Here are some general guidelines for finding work in music industry

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Recording is a time-intensive experience, and problems that arise often seem magnified. No one wants to wait for an hour while the guitar player runs to Guitar Center for new strings. So, to keep things going smoothly and efficiently, here are some things to do in preparation:1. Practice! You'd be surprised how many bands come into the studio obviously unprepared. If you can't play through the

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Once again, music business contracts and recording contracts can be intimidating to all of those involved. Maybe you are starting your own label or are a new manager in the music industry, whatever your situation, you must grasp the basics involved in music contracts.Our last article include some starter concepts to include in your contracts. Here are a few more to consider before getting

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Whether you have been using a contract for years or if it is brand new for you, it won't kill you to examine and perk up your music contracts. Ideally, you are going to want fair-minded music business contracts that are designed for precision rather than their negotiating strength on either side. The most important thing is you want to have everyone in on the deal on the same page. You want a

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