Learning without action means nothing [podcast]
In this episode of Work Hard. Rock Harder, Seth Jackson, founder of HowToRunABand.com, and Blasko, bassist for Ozzy Osbourne and musician turned manager, discuss the dreaded information overload brought on by the internet. Bottom line: learning without action means nothing.
#BandBrand - Furthering your online presence
For the final part in this series, I will be discussing how to further your band’s online presence through media such as Soundcloud, Instagram and running a blog.
Musicians, where's your head at? [1/2]
What is headspace? Simply put, it is that collection of motivations and attitudes that one acts upon in life, be it within one’s job, hobby, or one’s relationship. For a band starting out, headspace is a critical issue.
State of live music industry - case study
New Orleans musicians – like most professional touring artists – have become increasingly dependent on live performance as their primary source of income. However, the emergent trends in music technology have changed how artists approach this business model.
The cost of free music
When it comes to recorded music, today’s consumers enjoy a free ride and seem to have all the answers. Song sharing is there for the taking and, in any case, the old music sales model is archaic. But if out with the old and in with the new is stylish in music, the same is not true of music recordings.
Recording studio madness – what really matters
In my previous article about the Wild Wild West of choosing the right producer for your needs, you may have noticed that I did not speak about the producer's gear, recording facility or location. Again, depending on your needs, the size of the facility and the type of equipment that they own may all be important to you.
Collaboration of ideas is key - Joanne Oliviér
Music photographer Joanne Oliviér has words with Project Loud about how she kicked off her career in the music biz, how she works with tough cookies, and why it's important to have a listen to an artist before a shoot. She's also got some stern advice for musicians looking for success in the South African music industry.
