Gear Reviews
VIDEO PLAYLIST: Bose S1 Pro In-Depth Review
Back in January, we had an opportunity to test out the new BOSE S1 Pro personal PA system. Trying it out hands-on, we could tell instantly see what the buzz was about. It was lightweight, ultra-portable, priced affordably, and had an easy-to-use, yet powerful, set of...
VIDEO: Air Traffic Controller on the Benefits of Elixir Strings
We asked Boston-based band Air Traffic Controller to try out Elixir Optiweb strings, and use them both live and on a new recording. Here, the band discusses the long-lasting nature of Optiweb coated strings, and strings up in preparation for an exclusive recording...
Taylor K14CE Builder’s Edition Review
Learn why we called the new Taylor Guitars K14CE Builder's Edition Acoustic with V-Class Bracing the best acoustic guitar we've ever played in our latest review. If you don’t want to read this entire review, know this: the Taylor Builder’s Edition K14ce with V-Class...
How To
4 Simple (But Effective) Tips For Selling Your Music to TV, Movies & Commercials
Most musicians don’t exactly dream of hitting the big time by being background music, however any time a film or TV studio, production company or someone else wants to use your composition, they need to pay you for the synchronization license. This practice of Sync...
3 Creative Ways to Make More Money Gigging
Gigging and touring is the bread and butter for indie musicians today. Playing local gigs on the weekend with a few regional or national tours can provide enough income to get by, but there’s a lot more to gigging than performing and ticket sales. The fan...
PHOTO GALLERY: Jurassic 5 live in Boston
Jurassic 5 is currently embarked on a reunion tour celebrating their 20th Anniversary. Their last stop on the Word of Mouth reunion tour came to House of Blues Boston on Sunday August 3, 2014 and it was a truly great performance. They played for an hour and 45...
Buying Guide
VIDEO: Cameron Cooper SHREDS on Elixir Optiweb Strings
Our friend Cameron Cooper SHREDS with his new Optiweb coated strings from Elixir Strings. Watch the full video below and stay tuned for an exclusive track premiere soon on our site. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbMOV-dN_Vs
REVIEW: Elektron Analog Drive Pedal
Digital’s great for effects that really need to do math, like choruses, reverbs, delays and filters. Digital distortions, though, haven’t really caught on in pedals with a lot of players, because the benefit of the ability to recall sounds didn’t even out to the...
REVIEW: Shinola Canfield On-Ear Headphones and In-Ear Monitors
If you want to save some time, here’s the short version of our review: we simply cannot recommend you purchase either on-ear headphones or in-ear monitors from Shinola’s Canfield line. If you’re interested in finding out why, read on… Design and Style Style-wise, both...
Industry News
How 21st Century Musicians Are Becoming the CEOs of Their Own Careers
Or, How to Be Your Own Frank Ocean When historians look back at this era in the music industry, they will characterize it as a Great Awakening — a time when artists discovered that their options were unlimited. Sure, it’s also the Dawn of the Digital Age, and much ink...
The December Issue is Out, Featuring Nathan East
Performer Magazine releases its December 2016 issue, featuring a cover story on Nathan East and his new LP, Reverence. INSIDE you'll find tips for successful crowdfunding campaigns, the best podcasts for musicians and our top picks for solid state amps under $500....
VIDEO: What to look for in an entertainment insurance provider
Our friends at K&K Insurance want to save you headaches, and more importantly, time and money, while out on tour. Here's a quick tip about what to look for when shopping for an insurance provider. Oh yeah, be sure to stick around after the tip for some more...