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Exclusive Song Premiere: Dirty Streets “Walk A Mile In My Shoes”
Performer is excited to premiere the brand-new track “Walk A Mile In My Shoes” by the Memphis rock...
The New April/May Issue is Out Now!
Performer Magazine releases its latest issue, featuring a cover story on Margaret Glaspy....
The Reality of Being a Black Female Journalist in Today’s Music Industry
[Editor's note - as with all the articles in this month's social justice issue, the following is a first-hand essay. The author's experiences and opinions are her own, and we encourage you to join...
Kosha Dillz: Why I am a Jewish Rapper, Not a Rapper Who is Jewish
Kosha Dillz: "Why I am a Jewish Rapper, Not a Rapper Who is Jewish" [Editor’s note – as with all the articles in this month’s social justice issue, the following is a first-hand essay from a...
Guest Column: On the Overwhelming Whiteness of the Boston Music Scene
[Editor's note - as with all the articles in this month's social justice issue, the following is a first-hand essay from a musician. Their experiences and opinions are their own, and we encourage...
The Special Social Justice Issue of Performer Magazine is Out Today
This month Performer Magazine presents a special issue tackling equality, discrimination and social justice in the music community. Featuring interviews and essays from musicians and industry...
Best Guitar Value of 2015: BC Rich Mockingbird STQ
BC Rich Mockingbird STQ PROS: fantastic fit & finish, great pickups and hardware, comfy neck profile, ultra-affordable. CONS: none. PRICE: $499 Taking an aesthetic cue from the vintage...
Shure MV88 iOS Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone Review
Shure MV88 iOS Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone - $149 PROS: Great sound, plenty of configuration options, ultra-portable. CONS: None. Making “in the field” recordings used to fall into one of...
Ampeg PF-50T Tube Bass Amplifier Head REVIEW
Ampeg PF-50T Bass Amplifier Head - $899 PROS: Great tones, excellent for passive basses, perfect for recording. CONS: None. Back in the day, Ampeg’s Portaflex was the ultimate combo; the amp head...
How to Break the Rules of Mic Placement for Better Recordings
Where Did You Stick That Mic? Or, Breaking The Rules To Facilitate Better Recordings Before we get into the meat of this month’s article, I’d like to start responding to readers’ questions. Please...
The Perfect Stocking Stuffer For Guitarists: Mantus & Swab-eez
Innovative Products of America, Inc. Swab-eez ($10.95) & Mantus Tight Access Tool ($14.95) Mantus PROS: Strong grip, plenty of applications, cheap. CONS: Would be better for electronics if there...
TOUR TEST FINAL REPORT Part II: Mitchell Element Guitar & Acoustic A40 Amp
[Editor's note - in September we put out a call for musicians to enter to win a fantastic prize pack of a Mitchell Element Guitar (ME1ACE) and an A40 Acoustic Instrument Amp (from Acoustic...