So, you’ve just received the master/s for your new release, and now what are you going to do? Make a Facebook post and call it a day? Unfortunately, in today’s music industry, if you want to make it independently then you need to be your own marketing, PR, and Advertising campaign manager, and a single social …
Going ‘On Tour’ has long been seen as a necessary step in the growth of any musician or group’s music career, however, if you don’t have the support of a major or even independent label, a touring company, or a tour manager – is managing a tour on your own possible? Like many other roles such as …
Music is a tough industry to make a living in, and it’s not uncommon for those who are trying to make it to wonder if it’s time to pack it in. Everyone around you is graduating uni, locking down stable jobs in their desired fields, and just generally getting it all figured out, while you’re still working …
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From birthing a concept to choosing the right director, there’s a lot to be considered before making a great film clip for your song. A standout music video ideally looks smooth and effortless, but like a duck paddling in water, there’s a lot of work going on beneath that calm surface. We’ve asked some of Australia’s most …
Sometimes the music industry can be HARD. There are constant struggles that come with it every day, no matter what area you’re in. Whether you’re the one making the music, producing it, managing it, booking it, there is always going to be hard work and hard days. There are limited opportunities, society’s pressure of ‘not being good …
Performing via live stream has become a venture that intrigues artists of all calibres, but pressing “go live” isn’t the same as rocking up to a dive-bar gig. The platforms and gear you use will have its own pros and cons, so make the best of these tools by understanding why you’re doing it and what effort …
I was recently fortunate enough to attend the first ever VidCon to be held in Australia. Now for those who aren’t obsessed with the digital realm, VidCon is a multi-genre conference relating to all things online. For those with an industry pass, there are countless seminars held to break down different platforms, and how to use them …
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“Success in the music industry isn’t something that you wait for or hope for. It is something that you create, day after day.” ― Simon S. Tam, Music Business Hacks There comes a time when a band reaches a new milestone, whether it’s releasing an album/EP/single or heading off on tour. It’s the kind of moment which …
Need to do a tour budget? Numbers. Budgets. Ugh. Kill me now. Is this you? We feel ya. We used to feel the same way. Until it dawned on us that budgeting is actually a powerful tool that – used properly, can help make or break your shows and tours. It’s our mission here today to show …
The process of recording your music for a professional release entails a broad range of methods, each with their benefits and downfalls. We’re going to take a quick look at the pros and cons of music DIY vs studio recording. One of the most notable variances between the two is time. DIY effectively gives you unlimited time …
