Thursday March 27 2025, 3:46 PM
If you’re an artist trying to get your music heard, you already know that social media is a game-changer. If you didn't know that by now, where have you been? With so many platforms out there, which one is actually the best for music marketing...
Thursday March 27 2025, 3:40 PM
Are Music Industry Plants a Real Thing?
If you've spent any time on social media, especially in music circles, you've probably heard someone get accused of being an "industry plant." I've recently been seeing all over Twitter (X) that...
Thursday March 27 2025, 3:30 PM
Artificial intelligence (AI) is having a massive impact on the music industry, and many musicians and listeners are concerned about the transformations the technology is bringing about. To get an idea of the scale of the impact, the global...
Friday August 23 2024, 4:37 PM
Whether listening to music while you work is beneficial or detrimental largely depends on the type of work you're doing, the kind of music you're listening to, and your personal preferences and habits. Here’s a breakdown of the potential pros and...
Friday August 23 2024, 4:34 PM
Work-for-hire in music refers to an arrangement where a creator (such as a songwriter, composer, or producer) is hired to create a piece of music for a client, and the client retains full ownership of the work.
This type of agreement is common...
Friday August 23 2024, 4:31 PM
You can absolutely write lyrics that don’t reflect your lifestyle without feeling bad about it. Songwriting is a creative process that often involves imagination, storytelling, and the ability to put oneself in another's shoes.
Many...
Friday August 23 2024, 4:26 PM
Have you seen this trope in a movie and wondered if it was a joke or something that can really be done? I wondered the same.
Stories of breaking glass with the voice have been around for centuries, often as part of opera lore. The myth was...
Thursday August 22 2024, 5:07 PM
Acting plays a significant role in music performances, enhancing the emotional impact and overall experience for both the performer and the audience. Here’s how acting influences music performances:
Emotional Expression
Just like actors,...
Thursday August 22 2024, 5:04 PM
The phenomenon where performances often come together more effectively than rehearsals can be attributed to several psychological, emotional, and practical factors:
Adrenaline and Focus
Adrenaline Rush : During a performance, the body...
Thursday August 22 2024, 5:01 PM
Notating atonal music, which does not adhere to a traditional key or tonal center, can be both challenging and liberating. Here's a guide to help you navigate the process:
1. Use Standard Notation
Pitch : Notate pitch as you would in...
Thursday August 22 2024, 4:56 PM
The impact of AI on musicians' jobs is a complex and evolving issue. While AI technology has the potential to affect various aspects of the music industry, it's not a straightforward case of AI simply "taking" jobs from musicians.
Instead, the...
Thursday August 22 2024, 4:53 PM
Learning how to beatbox is a fun and creative way to explore rhythm and vocal percussion, but takes a good amount of practice! You won't be the best when you first start, but you can make your way to some amazing sounds in time. Here are some...
Tuesday August 20 2024, 2:28 PM
Forgetting the words while performing a song can be nerve-wracking, but it happens to even the most experienced singers. Here are some strategies to handle the situation gracefully:
Keep Going
Stay Calm : The most important thing is to...
Tuesday August 20 2024, 2:24 PM
While technical vocal skills can be objectively measured to some extent, the true value of a singing voice is often subjective and influenced by a wide range of factors that differ from one listener to another.
This subjectivity is what makes...
Tuesday August 20 2024, 2:19 PM
Streaming platforms have revolutionized the music industry, providing unprecedented access to a global audience. However, this shift has also introduced significant challenges for independent artists. Here's how streaming platforms can hurt...
