Here at the New Rockstar Philosophy we’re always looking for new tools and resources that musicians can add to their arsenal and connect with more fans. Recently I saw that one of my friends bands had connected with a new service called Bandsoup. I got in touch with Ryan from Bandsoup to find out a [...]
Being from Canada I find that it’s often difficult to judge just how big home-grown talent has become. I know the Arcade Fire headline festivals and win awards around the world but still… Well last night gave me a new perspective as I saw the Arcade Fire back Mick Jagger for a version of The [...]
Look, I know you’re sick of your latest release. I know that the songs are old news to you and that you’ve written a dozen new ones already. I know that you’re changing your musical direction and you’ve grown older and wiser since your last release. I know you’re selling material that you feels old, but listen, before [...]
For whatever reason it seems as though musically inclined kids who’ve lost their mother at an early age develop a special talent in music, in both songwriting and performing. This being mothers day I thought I’d put up a list to of them all and maybe encourage anyone who has lost their mother to take up [...]
Here at the New Rockstar Philosophy we’re always looking for new tools and resources that musicians can add to their arsenal and connect with more fans. Recently I saw that one of my friends bands had connected with a new service called Bandsoup. I got in touch with Ryan from Bandsoup to find out a [...]
Being from Canada I find that it’s often difficult to judge just how big home-grown talent has become. I know the Arcade Fire headline festivals and win awards around the world but still… Well last night gave me a new perspective as I saw the Arcade Fire back Mick Jagger for a version of The [...]
Look, I know you’re sick of your latest release. I know that the songs are old news to you and that you’ve written a dozen new ones already. I know that you’re changing your musical direction and you’ve grown older and wiser since your last release. I know you’re selling material that you feels old, but listen, before [...]
For whatever reason it seems as though musically inclined kids who’ve lost their mother at an early age develop a special talent in music, in both songwriting and performing. This being mothers day I thought I’d put up a list to of them all and maybe encourage anyone who has lost their mother to take up [...]
On this week’s podcast CDJ and I discuss, dropbox, Gotye, UK Touring, and much more. Give a listen. [00:00] Japandroids – The House That Heaven Built [06:30] Animal Collective – Honeycomb [13:25] Slow Down Molasses – Late Night Radio [18:00] Selton – She’s Gone Remix [26:15] Laura Marling – Flicker and Fall [29:00] Cadence Weapon [...]
Big news from one of the internet’s biggest musician hubs, SoundCloud; they’ve got upgrades coming. Currently the upgrades are still in private beta mode, but soo enough the Next SoundCloud will reveal a more focused and intuitive layout. With features set to make an even bigger impact on the online sound world. Here’s a run down of the [...]
One of our favourite bands is Selton. The Brazilian, Spanish, Italian band are YouTube masters and they’ve recently released a video (Check it out below) they made with zero dollars but a whole lotta love that has a lot of stuff all bands can use for their own music. I asked Daniel to explain a [...]
Most of the time (when Stephen Harper is not destroying our country) I’m really proud to be a Canadian. I’m especially proud of our Canadian music scene. Many talented and hard working bands are able to make a global impact because of the smart and talented industry folks who help make it happen. One of [...]
A lot of people talk about buying local. When you hear buy local you think food, goods, and services…but what about music? It’s just as crucial as the others but would you ever have your entire music world be local? Well in the city of Naples, Italy, it’s the way of life for many. There [...]
This week’s NRP Podcast we discuss AnonTunes, Pitchfork hype, Quality vs Conent, Festival tips, and Incredibox! Listen below. Playlist: Death Grips – I’ve Seen Footage Daughn Gibson – Tiffany Lou Purity Ring – Loftcries Simian Mobile Disco – Seraphim Regina – Hauluan Sinut Here We Go Magic -Over The Ocean Church Spires – Icelandic Music Consciousness [...]
