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"Powerful Rock Singing Without Damaging Your Voice" - artistic interpretation of a singer in the background

Powerful Rock Singing Without Damaging Your Voice

May 24, 2024October 10, 2024 Mitch Wilson

It is amazing how many great rock performers keep up with such powerful vocals over many shows and years. As a rock singer, it’s hard not to strain or hurt […]

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5 Steps To a Successful CD and Vinyl Album Release

May 14, 2024January 17, 2025 Tony van Veen

Too many artists record and release their album without giving any thought to how to make it as successful as it could possibly be. Yes, we live in a streaming […]

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What Does Remastered Mean in Music?

May 10, 2024October 10, 2024 Scott McCormick

You’ve probably seen the term “remastered” used on music that you’ve bought or streamed before. But do you know what the term means? Does remastered necessarily mean “better?” And, what’s […]

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What’s the Difference Between a Vinyl Jacket and Gatefold Vinyl?

May 3, 2024March 17, 2025 Lauren Davish

Vinyl record sales have surged in recent years and have become a tangible connection between fans and artists once again. Beyond the impeccable listening experience that vinyl records offer, their […]

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How To Navigate a Distribution Deal for Music

April 26, 2024October 10, 2024 Chris Huff

Historically speaking, artists have needed assistance getting their music into people’s hands. Enter the music distributor! In the old days, music distribution companies were intermediaries between record companies and retailers, […]

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How To Record Vocals at Home

April 19, 2024April 19, 2025 Michael Gallant

When inspiration strikes, it’s not always feasible (or affordable) to book time at your nearest recording studio and lay down some gold-plated vocals. But if you’ve invested the time and […]

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How To Release Music as a New Artist

April 12, 2024January 31, 2025 Chris Huff

You’re new to music and have just made your first recording. Congratulations! Now, how do you share it with people in an impactful way? The landscape of releasing new music […]

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How to Become a Singer: Transitioning to Pro

April 5, 2024April 19, 2025 Lauren Davish

The music industry is constantly changing and evolving. And thanks to continuously advancing technology, streaming platforms, and social media, opportunities for new artists to get themselves out there and connect […]

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How To Tell Stories Through Songs

April 1, 2024April 21, 2025 Chris Huff

Everybody loves a good story, and music is no exception. Stories in human society have been shared since we were prehistoric hunters huddled around campfires, and for almost just as […]

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A Guide to Digital Performance Royalties

March 22, 2024April 21, 2025 Chris Huff

As time keeps on slipping into the future and the music landscape continues to shift and change, it can be hard to know where all your possible income streams are […]

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How to Play Spanish Style Guitar

March 15, 2024October 10, 2024 Shawn Leonhardt

If you have a nylon stringed guitar, you can start to play Spanish style guitar. Stick with it, and you can impress listeners with rhythmic rasgueado runs!

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What is SoundExchange and Should You Join?

March 8, 2024October 10, 2024 Scott McCormick

What is SoundExchange? The RIAA established it, and it’s the only organization designated by Congress to collect and distribute digital performance royalties for sound recordings. Read the post.

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Popular Themes for Songs to Guide Your Songwriting

March 6, 2024October 10, 2024 Chris Huff

Whether it’s a banger or a ballad, common themes for songs can guide your songwriting. Let’s dive in and help you find musical inspiration! Read the post.

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What are Royalties in Music?

March 1, 2024October 10, 2024 Lauren Davish

What are royalties in music? Well, if you’re working to grow your music career, they are a fundamental way to generate income. Read the post.

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How to Find Musical Inspiration for Your Next Song

February 29, 2024October 10, 2024 Philip Kinsher

What do you do when your music inspiration has dried up? Here are tips to help you find motivation and inspiration to write your next song. Read the post.

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