Benjamin Ricci | Performer Magazine

How Much Liability Insurance Does My Band Need?
By Benjamin Ricci on July 3, 2019
We’ve spoken at length about liability insurance for live bands, especially touring bands and those performing at large outdoor events like festivals, fairs and the...
Focusrite launch Scarlett 3rd Generation range
By Benjamin Ricci on July 2, 2019
Focusrite’s Scarlett range of USB interfaces has already helped make more records than any other in history, and with the 3rd Generation, you’ll sound better than...
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Get Up Offa That Thing! Or: Why You Need a Pedalboard
By Benjamin Ricci on July 1, 2019
When it comes to equipment, guitarists have the worst case of GAS (gear acquisition syndrome) of any musicians. They accumulate instruments, accessories, and most of...
Exclusive Premiere: Vegabonds “Colorado Evergreen”
By Benjamin Ricci on June 27, 2019
We’re excited to premiere the new track from the rootsy Vegabonds, “Colorado Evergreen.” The band says of the track: “Colorado Evergreen” is an upbeat, groovy...
Manila Killa Talks Tour Rehearsal and Soaking Up International Inspiration
By Michael Grandinetti on June 27, 2019
At HARMAN’s Experience Center, Chris Gavino—better known as his stage name Manila Killa—and his lighting designer, Anthony Napolitano, rehearse for their upcoming tour. In a dark...
In Profile: Fusion Whiz Alan Hertz
By Taylor Northern on June 26, 2019
Alan Hertz is one of the last disciples of jazz fusion – his drumming is similar to other great drum masters such as Billy Cobham...
10 Tips for Making it in Today’s Music Industry
By Michael St. James on June 24, 2019
Dear Indie Musician, You’re Not Going to Make It Well, there is ONE secret… It’s harsh, it’s brutal, but it’s also true. As an independent...
How to Use YouTube to Promote Your Band
By Josh Carlyle on June 20, 2019
YouTube can be a powerful tool for promotion. But how do you move from gradually increasing the number of your subscribers and views to attracting...
Split Sheets or It Didn’t Happen
By Michael St. James on June 19, 2019
Scenario: You come to rehearsal with a new guitar part and some lyrics for a song, but you don’t quite have the chorus worked out...
The New June/July Issue is Out Now!
By Benjamin Ricci on June 18, 2019
Performer Magazine releases its latest issue, featuring a cover story on Ages & Ages. INSIDE you’ll find info on musician’s insurance, YouTube promotion tips, advice on...