December 13, 2019 
MTT tagged MMTT Recap, MTT December 12, 2019 We love our instruments, but if you’re a professional musician, they can take up a lot of space. Putting the ones that you’re not using in storage is an option, but only if you’re taking steps to keep them safe since they do represent a significant investment, not to mention your livelihood. How can you protect your instruments if you need to put them into storage?
Advice, Music Gear tagged DIY, cleaning, instruments, protecting, taking care of December 12, 2019 Kick-starting an independent music career is an exciting prospect, but it demands unwavering ambition and ample insight. If you’re considering pursuing a career in this industry, here are some helpful suggestions that’ll set you up for success.
December 11, 2019 As a musician, you’re used to fending for yourself. Whether you’re picking up a side gig to pay the bills, researching the latest Gibson to see if it’ll improve your sound, or figuring out the logistics for your next tour, you know how to get things done. With that said, though, even the most responsible musically-inclined entrepreneur can overlook things from time to time.
Advice, Finance tagged Artist Advice, financial advice, musicians December 9, 2019 Whether you’re a songwriter, guitarist in a rock band, sound technician, or music educator, there’s a high likelihood that you’re not exactly a morning person. Night owls are rampant within the music industry, especially among touring musicians who typically book gigs at nightclubs, bars, and theatres. Research indicates that this backward sleep-wake schedule can make it difficult to maintain relationships and balance obligations outside of the industry.
December 7, 2019 
December 6, 2019 Music is so often overlooked and insulted- its sickening to me really. I resent that the world’s general idea or stereotype about a Musician, about the Artist. Their art and craft sometimes sneered upon and looked down upon as if we were all merely jesters or solely there for entertainment. I cannot do enough to urge the need for a swift shift away from that illogical way of thinking, not to mention ignorant.
Music Education tagged Music, music education, music survey December 2, 2019 Music is a universal language that creative people have used to express their thoughts for centuries. Crafting a well-composed piece of music is challenging, as there are many practical and theoretical factors to consider.
While the old joke about how to get to Carnegie Hall is true - you do have to practice - there are other incremental steps you can take to sharpen your skills as a composer. Here are five things you can start doing today to become a great composer.
DIY, Songwriting tagged composer, composing, song writing November 27, 2019 Making the decision to become a musical artist is one that could change the course of your life. You could go from working a stable job to becoming a rockstar whose life is characterized by bright lights, raving fans, and humongous stages. At some point in your career as a musician, you may need to think about whether you want to tour nationally or internationally.
Touring tagged booking a tour, how to tour, national tour, nnational tour November 25, 2019 Music is a natural part of who we are. It helps to keep us entertained while driving to work in the morning and keeps us productive throughout the workday. Having the right equipment to listen to your favorite tunes makes all the difference in how they sound.
Listening, Music Gear tagged earbuds, headphones, listening to music, soundbar, speakers, wireless November 23, 2019 
November 22, 2019 Whether it’s a special occasion, like album release or anniversary show, or just a one-off fun time, sometimes an artist or a band want to produce an event that’s just a little out of the box (or, in the case of Jack White’s disease outbreak-themed rock show in London, A LOT). These events might have natural limitations for the number of participants due to venue or location (if the event is outdoors) constraints.
Another point to consider is the dress code. If you event requires attendees to dress up, down or sideways, you are creating another natural limitation.
Live Music, Music Business tagged Concert, Gigs, music industry, show November 20, 2019 The music industry has often been an early adopter of new technology. Musicians are keen to experiment with equipment that can usher their creative vision into new directions. Still, there have always been those who have seen the use of gadgets as in some way cheating, or uncouth. From the backlash Bob Dylan received after using an electric guitar at the Newport Folk Festival, to the current industry reliance on Auto-Tune. Perhaps the discussion shouldn’t focus on the fact that musicians are using technology, but how they are using it in order to support their creative visions.
Music Business, Music Tech tagged AI, composition, music business, music tech, recording, songwriting November 14, 2019 It’s easy to attribute deep house music to current headliners such as Solomun. Yet, deep house music has much earlier origins.
“Deep house music is a unique genre blending Chicago house, jazz funk, and soul music… What many people don’t realize, is that if you trace back the sound’s origins, you’re probably going to be looking at the early 80’s… Deep house is not a new genre. It has passed the test of time and has been heavily refined to get to the sound we hear today…”, says Johnny Bells, music aficionado and content writer at The Academic Blueprint.