Gear Reviews
PageFlip Firefly Review
Tablets and smartphones have become important accessories for musicians – like using them with a variety of apps, for on stage notes. If it’s a simple chord or a full score all written out, it can be a real tool. However, finding a free hand to swipe and turn a page...
iRig Acoustic Stage Review
In the “take no prisoners” world of open mics, songwriter rounds and blazing fast stage turnovers you’d best be prepared to hand the sound tech one single input that’s “good to go” (with a little signal processing beyond an instrument’s raw sound) if you expect to get...
Absence of Ocean Praises Features of Galaxy Audio GPS-8
Our gear testers Absence of Ocean are putting the Galaxy Audio GPS-8 PA system through its paces. Check out the band's latest video below, and learn more about Galaxy Audio products by clicking here. Says Andrew Ross from AoO: "We decided to get weird and interview...
How To
Twitter #Music for Indie Artists (part 2 of 2)
Why the Social Media Giant Will Become Your Most Essential Promo Tool Twitter #Music is officially in the wild and available as an app in your favorite store or you can visit the standalone web version at music.twitter.com. Just to refresh your memory, Twitter #Music...
Concert Security: How to Protect Yourself, Your Fans, and Avoid a Lawsuit
THE SAME ELEMENTS THAT MAKE FOR A GREAT SHOW can sometimes turn against you. The combination of large crowds, loud music, dancing, booze and a host of other elements are often a breeding ground for injury and personal liability. Whether it’s a fight, a fall, a...
The Features – Live in Cambridge
When: May 12, 2013 Where: The Middle East - Cambridge, MA The grandiosity of The Features’ latest album lies deeply in their sophistication - and the melodic blending of a classic rock sound with scrappy, indie garage vocals. The members possessed a demeanor that...
Buying Guide
BLUE Spark SL Microphone Review
Blue Microphones have brought their legendary sound quality to the most reasonable price point yet with their Spark SL large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CbnQRrGhiM Housed on top of the satin red housing is a well-guarded...
Blue Bluebird SL Microphone Review
Blue re-vamped part of their microphone line at NAMM, and the new Bluebird SL takes a lot of its cues from some of their more high-end microphones. Yet it delivers to a much more affordable price point, perfect for small commercial studios and home recording budgets....
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[VIDEO] Absence of Ocean Demos Ableton Through Galaxy Audio GPS-8
Our gear testers Absence of Ocean are putting the Galaxy Audio GPS-8 PA system through its paces. Check out the band's latest video below, and learn more about Galaxy Audio products by clicking here. Says Andrew Ross from AoO: "Got to run effected vocals and Ableton...
Industry News
Focusrite Introduces Scarlett – The Second Generation
Focusrite Scarlett, the number one selling USB interface range, is now better, faster and easier. Focusrite is proud to announce the launch and worldwide availability of its 2nd generation of Scarlett USB audio interfaces; the number one selling range of audio...
Boston Calling 2016: Recap and Photos
Boston Calling 2016 Cements Reputation as City’s Signature Show in Final Downtown Installment This weekend, for one last time, the Boston Calling festival descended upon City Hall Plaza, uniting dozens of acts, thousands of fans, and countless grooves in an upbeat...
Register for the Disc Makers “Branding For Musicians” Workshop
Stand out and reach the right listeners Finding success as an indie musician is a balancing act between art and business. It requires connecting with your ideal fan base, showing them who you are and what your music is all about. Join us as Cheryl B....