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Author: Chris Huff

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How to Deal With Criticism as an Artist

September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 Chris Huff

If you plan to play music in front of people, you are opening yourself up to rejection and you’ll have to deal with criticism. Here’s how to handle it. Read the post.

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6 Easiest Instruments To Learn For All Ages

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 Chris Huff

Ready to learn to play a musical instrument? We consider the easiest instruments to learn and practicing tips to further your skills. Read the post.

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How to Get Your Music on Spotify

August 22, 2023August 23, 2023 Chris Huff

Learn how to distribute your music to Spotify and reach millions of potential listeners. Read the post.

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How to Get Your Music on TikTok

August 18, 2023August 19, 2023 Chris Huff

Learn how to get your music on TikTok to increase your chances of getting discovered and boost your music career. Read the post.

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What is Audio Bitrate, and How Does it Impact Audio Quality?

July 24, 2023August 1, 2023 Chris Huff

Do you want to know how you can have the best sound quality? Read to learn about audio bitrate and its importance in determining sound quality. Read the post.

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Things to Expect When You’re Starting in the Music Industry

July 19, 2023July 21, 2023 Chris Huff

There are many things you need to know before getting into the music industry. Learn about the skills you need to thrive in this fast-paced environment. Read the post.

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Writing a business plan for your music career

January 31, 2019November 14, 2022 Chris Huff

For all the creativity needed to sustain a career in music, having a business plan is one way to stay grounded, define your goals, and keep you reaching for the stars. Read the post.

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How The Beatles changed music and the world (or at least got credit for it)

May 21, 2018January 7, 2022 Chris Huff

We all know The Beatles were a massively influential band who contributed to changes in music and culture in countless ways. Here are four concrete examples of how The Beatles changed music and the world. Read the post.

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Women in rock — three luminaries who made their mark

April 10, 2018November 6, 2018 Chris Huff

Among the great writers, performers, and trailblazers in rock music, women who have advanced the cause hold a special place. We look at three women in rock whose music still resonates as they continue to influence modern music artists. Read the post.

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Writing lyrics with depth

March 19, 2018May 31, 2022 Chris Huff

If you are interested in writing lyrics with depth, you need a deep artistic well to draw from. All output requires input, and as a lyricist, I recommend you begin with words. Read the post.

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Berry, Domino & Little Richard: Three rock ‘n roll pioneers

March 9, 2018March 9, 2018 Chris Huff

The music these three rock ‘n roll pioneers created changed music — and helped shape the culture of the US and the world. Read More.

Bob Dylan

Why Bob Dylan is important to songwriters

December 6, 2017December 6, 2017 Chris Huff

Love him or hate him, there’s a lot about Dylan’s career arc that is important and inspirational for songwriters, from his transforming song form to the fact that he’s kept writing almost non-stop for six decades. Read More.

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Handling difficult people in the music business (and anywhere)

February 16, 2017February 17, 2017 Chris Huff

When you encounter difficult people – in the music business and elsewhere – it usually has everything to do with THEM and nothing to do with YOU. But sometimes, you still need to deal with the situation. Read More.

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Three approaches to recording and performing cover songs

October 27, 2016October 28, 2016 Chris Huff

Playing cover songs can boost your visibility, warm up a crowd, or be a way to earn a living. Whatever the end goal, there is more than one way to approach playing someone else’s well-known – or little known – song. Read More.

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How to survive four hour marathon gigs

March 23, 2016March 28, 2016 Chris Huff

Not everybody wants to pursue the path of marathon gigging, but for those with a deep love of music and a desire to share it, it can be a great way to get paid for doing what you love. Read more.

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