Gear Reviews
REVIEW: Casiotone CT-S1000V by CASIO
OK, Casio. We gotta talk about the Casiotone CT-S1000V. Like we said in our other review this month, you’ve been quietly killing it. But if we can be honest, and provide some constructive feedback? These products deserve better names. That’s all we’re saying....
REVIEW: PreSonus AudioBox GO USB Audio Interface
Small format interfaces are great in theory, and then when users are searching for one extra feature, the next unit up the price ladder has it, and of course about a dozen more features, and now totally defeats the purpose of a small device. PreSonus has introduced...
REVIEW: Casio Casiotone CT-S1
I’ve got to say, Casio’s been quietly killing it lately. Like, a little too quietly. So, we decided to say something with two writeups in this issue (yes, we realize that this is the online version and referring to an 'issue' might be confusing). Here we’re looking at...
How To
Playlist Freedom with TuneMyMusic
Playlists are the thing. Playlists are the most important tool of the recorded music business today. That is undeniable. No amount of web advertising, email blasts, radio ads, or even social campaigns, can come close to the network effect that comes from getting...
Why Do Venues Require Bands to Have Liability Insurance?
We’ve written numerous articles on insurance for musicians, covering everything from basic terms and phrases, to specific details about liability coverage and policy requirements. We’ve also asked our readers to write in with any insurance-related questions they may...
How to Treat Your Band as a Brand
If you truly want to make a living in this industry, you need to ask yourself, "what am I selling?" Here's a hint: it's not music. Music is not your product. It can't be. Consumers simply won't pay for it—at least not like they used to. They want to stream it online....
Buying Guide
REVIEW: PRS SE Silver Sky
In March 2018 PRS announced the Silver Sky, a collaboration with John Mayer, refining the S-type guitar on their own terms. It was no surprise that an SE Silver Sky version would be on the way, bringing that same vibe and feel at an affordable price, while maintaining...
How Musicians Can Maintain Nutritional Health on Tour
Nutrition impacts performance, creativity, productivity and mental health. The belief that artists must suffer to create is outdated and can be quite harmful to many. While art can be an outlet for pain and a way to cope with one’s struggles, great work too can come...
Mojave Audio Announces MA-D Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Boutique microphone manufacturer Mojave Audio have announced the MA-D, the company’s first hand-held dynamic microphone. Designed by Technical Grammy Award Winner David Royer for an optimized full-frequency response and rich musicality the MA-D is the ideal hand-held...
Industry News
The August/September Issue Is Out Now!
Performer Magazine releases its latest issue, featuring a cover story on GA-20. INSIDE you'll find our feature interview with the blues-roots band GA-20 as well as features on Jenn Bostic, Baxter Hall, The Beths and much, much more. Read the issue in print, find it at...
The Myth of Fanbase Building
There is a disturbing trend I am seeing on YouTube and TikTok where the majority of music marketing gurus are telling indie artists to “stop chasing streams” and focus on building a dedicated fanbase. They say that tripping the algorithm for Discover Weekly or...
How Musicians Can Maintain Nutritional Health on Tour
Nutrition impacts performance, creativity, productivity and mental health. The belief that artists must suffer to create is outdated and can be quite harmful to many. While art can be an outlet for pain and a way to cope with one’s struggles, great work too can come...