Should You Change Your Band Name? #legal
A few years ago we posted an article titled Change Your Name Or Stay The Same. In it we wrote about how there are many factors to consider in any band name… Read More
Everything Is A Remix – Nothing Is Ever Original #Video
Being original is a key element for folks to recognize and identify with your band and your music. But what does being original even mean?… Because as you’re about to find out, everything is… Read More
The Sum Is More Than The Parts
The best bands are worth more than the sum of their parts. The singer can’t make it alone, but when joined with the drummer, they become something bigger. Each member adds to… Read More
It Might Get Loud and Creativity
A few of us have been waiting impatiently for the movie, It Might Get Loud, ever since we saw the trailer. If you haven’t heard about this and you’re a guitar player… Read More
Will There Ever Be Another Beatles?
Over the past year, while doing research for The New Rockstar Philosophy book, we’ve had a chance to speak with some very talented and knowledgeable people. One of the standard questions I’ve… Read More
Mixing Modern Music
A few months ago I attended a songwriters conference and learned about the mastering volume war that mainstream music has engaged in. Have a quick listen to some old tracks (60’s and… Read More
Is Getting Signed Still Your Dream?
There’s a statistic out there that claims 9/10 Major label records fail. Those ‘failures’ may sell thousands of units, but since the label spent so much money on recording and promoting it,… Read More
Interview with Kurt Cobain's Manager
You’d think a guy who did PR for Kiss, Led Zeppelin and managed Nirvana would have something to say. Turns out he does. Music industry veteran Danny Goldberg recently sat down with… Read More
Entitlement and Sacrifice in Music Career
Our most entertaining music industry analyst, Bob Lefsetz, recently made a post on his infamous blog regarding sacrifice and entitlement. He is a bit harsh, but that’s Lefsetz’ personality. He tells it… Read More
