Gear Reviews
Trace Elliot Transit A Review
Usually most multi-effects pedals are meant for electric guitars, meaning acoustic guitarists tend to get left out in the cold. But the new Trace Elliot Transit A acoustic preamp pedal brings the world of practical effects and utilities to acoustic guitarists. At just...
Teenage Engineering PO-32 Tonic Review
Check out our review of the new Teenage Engineering Pocket Operator PO-32 Tonic. We were first introduced to Teenage Engineering’s Pocket Operator series of mini synths at last year’s NAMM show. Now they’re packing in more functionality and adaptability into the small...
Moog Music Announces the SUBSEQUENT 37 CV Exclusively at Moogfest May 18-21
Exciting news from our friends at MOOG: Today we are excited to announce the SUBSEQUENT 37 CV. This limited-edition redesign of the ultra-powerful Sub 37 Tribute Edition analog synthesizer is limited to 2000 pieces worldwide, with the first 125 units built live...
How To
Access the Airwaves: A Musician’s Guide to Community Radio
All musicians dream of hearing their music on the radio, but unless you have a record deal with a major label, getting radio play is harder than ever. Whether it’s pop, country, hip-hop or oldies, stations play the same popular songs over and over again. These hit...
Labor of Love: Unpaid Internships in the Music Industry
THE MUSIC INDUSTRY is known for its abundance of internships, each sprinkled with the notion that a real opportunity is just around the corner. The prevalence of “unpaid” internships has increased over the past several years, a certain reaction to the sudden decrease...
Ladyhawke live in Boston
http://youtu.be/p1Pucpi8cvo The expectations I had for my first Ladyhawke show might have been a bit grandiose, but judging from her latest album Anxiety, they were wholly justifiable - but wrong. The ‘don’t-take-shit-from-nobody,’ in-your-face dancehall diva I...
Buying Guide
DiGiGrid D Desktop Interface Review
The DiGiGrid D Cube Desktop Interface provides an interesting, compact solution that can be used in unique combinations both on-stage and in the studio. A lot of DAW hardware can be physically intimidating, especially units with over-the-top “if you’re not an...
Audio-Technica Presents ATH-M50x “Circle of Music” Video Featuring Judah and the Lion
Audio-Technica, a leading innovator in transducer technology for over 50 years, has released a new video, “Circle of Music,” featuring Judah and the Lion. This immersive video highlights the versatility of the critically acclaimed ATH-M50x Professional Monitor...
5 Ways to Mitigate Risk & Avoid Insurance Claims on the Road
Here are 5 Easy Ways for Your Band to Mitigate Risk & Avoid Insurance Claims During the Summer Touring and Festival Season. THE TOUR VAN CHECKLIST You’ve got the tour van all loaded up for that string of club dates, or perhaps that awesome summer festival gig your...
Industry News
The March Issue Is Out, Featuring Wolfmother
This month Performer Magazine presents another in a long line of spectacular issues, featuring Wolfmother on the cover. ALSO INSIDE: interviews with Michael Nau, Vandaveer and The Shrine. PLUS learn about wireless stompboxes, the best DAW for bands on a budget, and...
LANDR and Cakewalk Partner to Give SONAR Users a Fully Integrated Mastering Experience
Cakewalk, dedicated to powerful and thoughtfully designed software for modern musicians, announces a partnership with LANDR, the cloud-based audio post-production mastering platform. Through this partnership, SONAR users will be able to export their mix directly to...
Bad Rabbits: Big Air at Fenway Photo Gallery
Bad Rabbits were the finale to the first night of Big Air at Fenway Park in Boston, where a ramp taller than the famous Green Monster wall was placed in the middle of the field for snowboarders and skiers to showcase their talents. It may have been the coldest Bad...