Gear Reviews
PRODUCT TESTERS WANTED! Win Elixir Optiweb Coated Strings for your ENTIRE BAND
Tired of constantly changing gross, grungy strings on tour? We want to hook up YOUR BAND with Elixir Optiweb coated strings, and have you tell the whole world why they're the best choice for gigging musicians. We think that Elixir is making, hands-down, the best...
DPA Microphones d:vice Review
Performer Magazine reviews the d:vice Digital Audio Interface, d:vote 4099 Instrument Microphone and d:fine Headset Microphone Making things smaller is easy; making them more functional at the same time is a challenge. DPA Microphones has designed and produced some...
What is the Best Portable PA System For Your Band?
Welcome to the first in a four-part series that will provide real-world advice about portable PA systems, co-presented by Yamaha and Performer Magazine. In this installment, we’ll take a closer look at what makes up a portable PA system, what makes the best portable...
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The Kin live in Cambridge, MA
"2014's 'pop/folk act to watch' brings 'Get On It' tour to TT’s." New York City based trio The Kin made an early show at TT The Bear’s place before the weekly “Heroes” dance – the night had the energy of a sold out show at 11pm. Coming off a 20-date opening slot for...
Photo Gallery: Hedvig Mollestad Trio Live in NYC
On the tail end of their trip to the US after rocking people's faces off at South by Southwest, Norway's Hedvig Mollestad Trio stopped by NuBlu in NYC to perform an intimate show before returning home to prepare for the release of their 3rd album Enfant Terrible - set...
PHOTO GALLERY: Ellie Goulding Live in Boston
Where: Agganis Arena – Boston, MA When: March 17, 2014 Highlight: A feast of dance-pop escapism. For Saint Patrick’s Day, Ellie Goulding mixed Boston a strong cocktail of heady folktronica and extra-dirty synthpop. The English singer/songwriter took the stage at the...
Buying Guide
Blue Raspberry USB Microphone Review
Blue Microphones brings the quality found in their higher end mics to the iOS/USB platform with their new Raspberry USB condenser studio microphone. Read our review below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=50DjeYsg8u4 For starters, it doesn’t take up...
FLASHBACK: Vintage 1959 Fender Esquire
FLASHBACK: 1959 Fender Esquire Once upon a time, in a land called Rock & Roll, a man known as Leo Fender developed his first solid-body electric guitar, the prototype for which was completed in the fall of 1949. He would call it the Fender Esquire. The design was...
VIDEO: Sterling Microphones Electric Guitar Comparison
One of our recent gear test winners, Randy Garcia from the band SmoochyFace, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how the new Sterling Microphones stack up, quality-wise, in this comparison video. Check it out, and be sure to also check out the entire range of...
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...