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What Song Is This? Find What A Tune Is Called Fast With These Tools

Liam Duncan — Sun, 13 Sep 2020 23:01:00 +0000

Have you ever had the frustrating experience of hearing a song you love but not knowing the name of the song or who sang it? Or how about getting a song stuck in your head but not being able to remember what song it was or where you heard it? These experiences are universal enough...

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51 Inspirational Music Quotes That’ll Motivate & Amaze

David Andrew Wiebe — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 00:01:38 +0000

Here are 51 inspirational music quotes that’ll motivate and amaze. “The message to the musician is: You should be more afraid of being obscure. You should be more afraid of being ignored. You should be more afraid of no one ever hearing you than you should be afraid of disappointing a few people.” – Seth...

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Why Is Music Important? 7 Reasons

Liam Duncan — Wed, 04 Sep 2019 23:01:26 +0000

Music is important. But it’s still worth asking: why is music important? Making art is a basic human function. For whatever reason, we feel the need to leave a mark on the world. We have a burning desire to create, whether it’s folk songs, rock art, or movies – it’s all human expression. Having a...

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Tips For Avoiding Burnout As An Independent Musician, & My Personal Story

David Andrew Wiebe — Sun, 18 Aug 2019 23:01:45 +0000

Are you feeling burnt out? Or, are you wondering what it looks like in real life? One thing I will say upfront is that burnout is real, and it can happen to anyone. With that in mind, it doesn’t ever need to reach a point where your health or life is compromised or threatened. When...

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4 Health Dangers Musicians Need To Be Aware Of & How To Prevent These Musician Injuries

Liam Duncan — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 00:01:31 +0000

Workplace related health problems are very common. They can range from mild injuries, to chronic pain, to debilitating health conditions. Certain workplaces can also render you more susceptible to contagious illness. Musicians are not immune to this! Our workplace is often mobile, loud, and overwhelming. Daily activities like practicing, rehearsing, working in the studio, and...

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What Is The Blockchain & How Will It Change The Music Industry?

David Andrew Wiebe — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 00:01:31 +0000

Technology continues to advance at an unprecedented rate, and with it comes new opportunities. Some musicians have found success by keeping tabs on the latest social media platforms or apps and being “first to market”. If you’re the right act with the right sound at the right place and time, this can work. But when...

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How To Deal With Depression As A Musician

David Andrew Wiebe — Sun, 15 Oct 2017 23:01:27 +0000

Mental health can be a bit of a touchy subject in any setting, but an important one nonetheless. Depression is a common condition, often thought to be the result of something that hasn’t gone well in one’s life. But this is just one type of depression – circumstantial depression, to be exact. We all experience...

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When Should You Take A Break From Or Quit Music? Advice For Musicians

Liam Duncan — Wed, 30 Aug 2017 23:01:40 +0000

Music is an all-consuming job. A lot of people work jobs they don’t need to take home with them. If you’re working reception or serving at a restaurant, when you punch out, you’re done. You don’t need to think about your job for the rest of the day. Music isn’t like that. In fact, if...

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How To Avoid Boredom When Performing The Same Songs Over And Over Again

Liam Duncan — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 23:01:23 +0000

Ideally, you’ll end up playing a lot of live shows. The more shows you play, the more you get in front of an audience, the better you'll get at your craft, and the more people will hear your music. The amount of shows you’re playing is often a good indicator of how well your career...

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What Is The Difference Between Lp And Ep In Music?

David Andrew Wiebe — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 23:01:36 +0000

If you've been in the music industry for any length of time, you've probably heard the terms “LP” and “EP” before. But what exactly do these terms mean, and how do they differ from each other? This is something you should definitely be aware of as an artist, so let's take a look. The Origin...

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Daily Routine For Musicians – Do You Have These Good Habits?

David Andrew Wiebe — Sun, 01 May 2016 23:01:37 +0000

In today's world, hard work, hustle and entrepreneurship are trendy. But I believe a lot of people are rolling the dice on their health, relationships and life for want of fame, fortune, or other prospects. If you're working 16-hour days in front of a computer, failing to exercise and eat well, and not getting enough...

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7 Reasons That Other Musician Is Doing Better Than You, And What To Do About It

David Andrew Wiebe — Sun, 20 Sep 2015 23:01:21 +0000

You're seeing the competition rise above the crowd, and you're starting to wonder why you're not breaking through too. Does it have something to do with their skill or ability? Their style or their looks? Their sense of humor, or how much money they have to put towards their music career? Their network of connections?...

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Does Where You Live Determine How Far You’ll Go In Music?

David Andrew Wiebe — Tue, 15 Sep 2015 12:15:04 +0000

There are certain opportunities available to you as a musician where you live right now, though there are probably both upsides and downsides to being where you are. However, maybe you can't help but wonder if the grass isn't greener just over the hill. And, maybe, you're a little scared too. Now that you're getting...

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Discussion: Can You See Success As A Independent Musician?

Shaun Letang — Fri, 29 Nov 2013 06:45:04 +0000

I've just finished reading a post over at Tunecore about a musician named Mindy Smith. In it, she mentions that she had been part of a major record label for seven years, but eventually decided to go it alone. She has since released some of her material independently, and has continued making sales of her...

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Discussion: Does Spending 10x More On Your Music Career Mean You’ll Do 10x Better?

Shaun Letang — Fri, 22 Nov 2013 05:55:30 +0000

I was reading this post by Graham Cochrane over at The Recording Revolution the other day, and it really highlighted something I've been thinking for a while. In it he specifically talks about microphones, and whether or not using a $1000 microphone will make your voice sound ten time better then using a $100 microphone....

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