Gear Reviews
Steinberg UR-RT2 Audio Interface Review
Even before Dave Grohl put Rupert Neve back in the spotlight in the Sound City documentary, his name had been THE word in recording. Steinberg has now partnered with Rupert Neve to bring his classic preamp sound into a package that fits into a home studio, at a decent...
Washburn Revival Series Acoustic Guitar Review
Performer reviews the new throwback acoustic from Washburn as part of their Revival Series (Model RSG200SWVSK, to be exact) Washburn’s been making acoustics since the 1880s, and with that long history comes experience making some great sounding instruments. For the...
Mod Duo Pedal Review
Virtual pedalboard and amp rigs are nothing new. Creating unusual and sometimes crazy combinations is easy, however getting them to sound good can have its issues. The Mod Duo allows a player to not only make great virtual pedalboard and amp rigs, but ones that sound...
How To
4 Ways to Get Paid on Tour
So, you’re about to book a show. Rad! As you probably know by now, there are a number of different ways that you can get paid for being awesome at what you do. We want to make sure you’re being paid fairly (and we know you do, too) so here is a bit of insight into...
5 Key Elements of a Comprehensive Social Media Strategy
If you've been keeping up with the blog lately, you already know that a strong online presence as a musician is crucial for gaining fans and exposure. Utilizing a smart social media strategy will help your band stand out, especially if you’re updating your pages...
CD Baby Launches CD Baby Free
CD Baby, the world’s largest distributor of independent music, is changing the game for musicians. Yesterday they unveiled CD Baby Free. Artists will no longer need to pay a one-time sign-up fee to join CD Baby. They’ll be able to enjoy complete digital sales from the...
Buying Guide
VIDEO: Coast Records Demonstrates the Difference with Cloudlifter On and Off
Matt Zutell, founder of Coast Records in Charleston, SC, installs the Cloudlifter CL-4 in the studio so he can get clearer sound from his ribbon mics. In this video example, he demonstrates how the Cloudlifter adds clean boost to acoustic guitar and drum recordings...
We want YOU to win and demo Elixir Strings!
Gear Test Challenge: Never tried coated guitar strings before? Here's your chance! If you've shied away from coated guitar strings in the past, it's time to kick old prejudices and outdated beliefs to the curb. Elixir's Optiweb coated strings rule; they feel more like...
Telefunken M60 FET Cardioid Microphone Review
Telefunken’s been one of THE names in microphones for decades, with a price to match their quality. Now their M60 Cardioid Condenser won’t break the bank, but its build and sound quality lives up to their reputation. This is Telefunken’s FIRST (yes, hard to believe)...
Industry News
Algiers’ new single “Cleveland” pays tribute to Tamir Rice
Algiers have released their new single,”Cleveland," taken from their forthcoming second album, The Underside Of Power, out June 23rd on Matador Records. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xDDCxodgIs&feature=youtu.be As a reference and tribute to Tamir Rice, the...
LIVE REVIEW: Everclear bask in the ‘afterglow’ at Boston’s House of Blues
As Everclear feasted their eyes on an enthusiastic Boston crowd this past Wednesday at House of Blues, their energy—which came off as slightly offputting—was unexpectedly wondrous. This tour, one that marked the 20th anniversary of their breakthrough album So Much For...
Courtney Barnett & Kurt Vile touring together this fall
Courtney Barnett and Kurt Vile will lead an all-star band on a once-in-a-lifetime tour of North America this fall. The announcement comes as two of this generation's most exciting and unique singer-songwriters reveal that they have completed a collaboration album for...