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Producer Tony Succar’s Tips for Building a Studio from Scratch
Hi, my name is Tony Succar, I’m a producer/arranger, composer and artist based out of Miami. I...
Split Sheets, Getting Paid and You
An Interview with SongSplits CEO Todd Wright If you read this fine magazine, you have read about...
You’re Not a Sellout: Why Independent Artists Should Advertise
I cringe a little bit inside when I hear people say, "Good music will get found." Who knows how or where this myth got started, but even to this day it's prevalent...VERY prevalent. I suspect it has...
Meet Chicago’s New Music Relationship Factory
Fort Knox Studios and 2112: Meet Chicago’s New Music Relationship Factory It’s Monday at the 2112 Music Incubator in Chicago’s Fort Knox Studios, and the place is absolutely packed. 2112 director...
Bands, Know Your Data! Or, How Not To Botch an A&R Meeting
A First-Hand Account by Matt Urmy, CEO of Artist Growth Looking back, the outcome of our final meeting could have easily been predicted. However, at the time, I was completely disappointed. Our...
The Lonely Wild – “Chasing White Light” Album Review
The Lonely Wild Chasing White Light Los Angeles, CA (EOne Music/Fast Plastic) The Lonely Wild’s follow-up to The Sun As It Comes is a modern-day Requiem, pulling from Andrew Carroll’s experience...
Moa Holmsten – “Bruised Arms & Broken Rhythm” Album Review
Moa Holmsten Bruised Arms & Broken Rhythm Stockholm, Sweden (Fill In The Blank Records) Take a man-on-the-street approach, and you will be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t have at least...
NATHAN GRAY: How Satanic Philosophies Influenced a Neo-Folk Masterwork
If you're a fan of neofolk, death rock, industrial, dark ambient and hardcore punk music, then the new solo EP from BOYSETSFIRE and I AM HERESY front man Nathan Gray is a must have for your...
First Listen: Exclusive stream of new track “Give It Up” by Animal Years
Performer is thrilled to present the exclusive first listen for the new track "Give it Up" by one of our fave guitar-based bands from Brooklyn, Animal Years. The track comes fresh of the...
Shimmeo of the Week: “Elephant in the Room” by Trei Klyde
This week we've selected "Elephant in the Room" by Trei Klyde as our Shimmeo of the Week. WHAT IS SHIMMEO? Shimmeos are short music videos that are great for promoting your music. With the Shimmeo...
Contribute To Performer’s Special Social Justice & Equality Issue
Do you have a story to tell? Do you want your voice heard? Here’s your opportunity to contribute to Performer’s upcoming special issue on social justice and equality in the music industry. POTENTIAL...
ALGIERS on Crafting Socially-Conscious Post-Punk/Gospel Anthems
ALGIERS Combining Post-Punk & Gospel Traditions to Craft Socially-Conscious Anthems Algiers recently released their self-titled debut and their timing is impeccable. Their post-punk, gospel...