This is a NRP bump but an important one. We’re almost finished with our Beta version of The New Rockstar Philosophy! So get it while It’s still 100% free. Here are the steps: Send an email to NewRockstarBook@Gmail.com with “Book” in the subject line You’ll get an confirmation email from us with a link to [...]
So let’s say you’re an artist who has developed a fanbase through online promotion and touring. You’re still stuck on making an album even though you’ve read The New Rockstar Philosophy book and can see the magnificence of releasing 3ps on a regular basis. You are however, worried that your little group of fans may [...]
There’s a basic trajectory to most artist’s existence. At first they are hungry for any gig. They want to get their name out there and want to establish a reputation. To do that most bands will open for your grandma at her seniors home if they get a chance. But once you’re at the point [...]
So Voyno and I did an impromptu jam at the local open stage last night. As you can imagine, it was shaky, but we did find pockets of groove throughout. There’s no real pressure cause it’s an open stage. Anyone can play and try their hand at playing in front of people. It got me [...]
The music business is notorious for favors and promises. But how far will those good intentions go? Recently I’ve learned the hard way that you can’t really rely on anyone to do anything for you. You’ve got to do it yourself. A friend of yours may truly be intending on helping you out, but you [...]
Voyno made a good point about first impressions in the last post. He eluded to it, but the one point I wanted to make clear was that you don’t have to have it all together when you start. Interpol formed in 98, but didn’t get signed to Matador till 2002. They didn’t even have a [...]
Interpol is a band that I’ve typically enjoyed. They’ve always had a very consistent and cohesive image. Every piece fit for Interpol, and they paid attention to even the smallest detail. Because of that cohesive image (music included) I was able to understand the band quicker and I think I became a fan quicker. It’s [...]
Classified is a Canadian emcee. I recently read an article about his new album and his strategy to increase interest in the album. You remember the Choose Your Own Adventure book series right? Well apparently a narrator suggests different tracks at different points in the album depending on your mood. I initially thought it was [...]
I went to an open stage the other night. It was, as always, eye opening. There is a lot of talent out there. So what rises above the rest? Your voice. Not your pitch, but your voice. Most musicians have realized that your pitch has little to do with your success as a musician. In [...]
What Does Making It Really Mean?
When are you a success? What does success as an artist actually mean?? Is it signing a record deal? Is it being artistically satisfied with your creative output? Is it selling a million songs on Itunes? Is it all those things? When will you be happy?? Everyone’s answer will be different, but the important thing [...]