Ian Stich of StichMethod Guitar breaks down how to break through teaching music online Ian Stich...
Band Management
Learn more about the music business and band management, including music licensing, booking your own DIY tour, music publishing, copyright law, music royalties, music promotion, music distribution and performing rights organizations.
Best Practices: Insurance Do’s and Don’ts for Musicians
We know that we’re living in uncertain times, and I’m sure now more than ever many of you are...
Steinberg Offers #StayHome Elements Collection
To encourage musicians to stay creative during these unprecedented times, Steinberg has designed...
Understanding Artist Management Agreements, Part 2: How Long Should the Contract Last?
This article was originally published at Sonicbids.com - it has been re-posted here with permission. In the first installment of our three-part series on the artist/manager relationship, we talked...
The Working Musician’s Perspective: Do Drugs Really Aid The Creative Process?
Since I am an artist, perhaps that’s why Performer Magazine asked if I would write a few words concerning the positive side of drugs. After all, nobody is going to ask an athlete, a politician or a...
Hey, Artists. Guess What? You’re Role Models Whether You Like it or Not.
Understanding Musicians’ Roles as Influencers in Today’s Culture I live, eat, and breathe music. For decades, that’s been the case. Music has long been a constant companion, one that’s seen me...
SPECIAL REPORT: Addiction and Treatment Options Designed for Musicians
“Creativity may be different after recovery, but it will not disappear.” Ozzy Osbourne, Kurt Cobain, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jerry Garcia, Ray Charles, Johnny Cash; this is an impressive list of...
If You Only Have $100 to Spend on Marketing Your Music, Here’s What to Do
*This article was originally posted at Sonicbids.com. It has been republished here with permission. Your band is an investment. You've probably already spent hundreds or thousands of dollars on...
Dept. of Transportation Issues Final Rule On Air Travel with Musical Instruments
The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued a final rule to implement section 403 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, which requires that U.S. airlines accept musical instruments...
Understanding Artist Management Agreements: What Does (and Doesn’t) a Manager Do?
This article originally appeared on Sonicbids.com - it has been republished here with permission. The artist management agreement is the deal that you, the artist, enter into with a personal...
5 Not-So-Obvious Revenue Tips For Musicians (UPDATED)
You've probably seen many lists outlining revenue opportunities. Here's a little twist on not just learning what they are, but also how to utilize them. We present: 5 Not-So-Obvious Revenue Tips For...
5 Crowdfunding Rewards Proven to Work for Indie Musicians
A version of this article originally appeared on Sonicbids.com - republished here with permission. You're an artist, you need money, and you want to attempt to generate those funds via an engaging...
Songza vs. 8tracks: Which is Better for Gaining New Fans?
Music streaming has become increasingly popular over the years with services such as Spotify,Pandora, and iTunes dominating the market. Music playlist sites are also becoming more popular, offering...