Music Business
Music’s Middle Class Part 4: Keepin’ It Real
by Jon StewartJon Stewart’s several-episode long masterpiece, “Music’s Middle Class”, continues with a look at major labels, and their ability to fund and guide an artist’s career, vs. what an independent label can offer…
Music’s Middle Class Part 5: Q&A With Record Producer Peter Katis
by Jon StewartJon Stewart’s epic poly-episodal piece, “Music’s Middle Class”, continues with an interview with producer Peter Katis, who most notably has worked with New York’s Interpol.
Music’s Middle Class Part 9: The Web Of Change
by Jon StewartJon Stewart’s tour de force essay, “Music’s Middle Class”, continues with Part 9: The Web of Change… a look in to how the internet’s ability to reach people has rewritten the rules for independent bands and artists.
Music’s Middle Class Part 11: The Continuing Web Of Change
by Jon StewartIt makes sense that Tim Westergren (Founder of the web radio site Pandora.com) would commend his competition, as that seems to be the nature of the Internet. Rather than musicians, Web site owners and fans working toward mutually exclusive goals…
Music’s Middle Class Part 12: Give It Away
by Jon Stewart“Know Your Rights! Give It Away Strategically” by Roland Tanglao
“If I die tomorrow, I’ll be happy that we didn’t carry on working within this huge industry that we don’t feel any connection with.”1 Thom Yorke, guitarist and lead singer, Radiohead
Despite years of declining CD sales and an industry revolution brewing on the Web, the big [...]
The Volume Problem
by Kristian HOddly enough, loud isn’t always best. It usually is, but allow Kristian H to explain the finer points decibel control. Playing live at the RIGHT volume is a surprisingly difficult skill to master….
10 Tips For Aspiring Private Teachers
by Mason RazaviThinking about teaching music privately? Mason’s got a few things to say about that. Being a great music teacher involves plenty of work and preparation, and Mason shares his insights and tips on how best to handle yourself as an educator…
So You Think You Can Sell Your Music?
by Kristian HKristian H shares some thoughts on the little guy, who for some reason or another, is behaving like a big guy… why does said little guy think he’s gonna fool anybody?
Music’s Middle Class Part 4: Bands On The Run
by Jon StewartA trend among independent bands in the 21st century and the use of new media technologies has been the emphasis of giving out music online for free in order to attract fans and generate income and a fan base in the long term…
Music’s Middle Class Part 1: The Business Of Indie
by Jon StewartIt’s 1957 and EMI is a primarily British record label when it decides to buy Capital Records based in the United States…
Music’s Middle Class Part 2: A Shift In Power
by Jon StewartIn the 1960s, advancements within the music industry were rapidly evolving. During this time technical developments were put in place and recording of songs became more advanced…
The New Face Of Press Kits
by MelindaGetting the attention of future fans is one thing, getting the attention of managers, label owners, and music execs is another. Learn a bit about Press Kits and how their being reinvented online.
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