Musician |
Posted by Loren Weisman
Aug
25
2009
Many artists strive to get the best gear, the top equipment and the most stuff that they can possibly cram onto stage or into the studio. Whether it’s that drum or this toy or that additional instrument, many musicians today have too much stuff, and most of them don’t even know how to use half of what they have. So play with your toys. Mess around with buttons, sounds, tunings, setups, etc. You may know the basic sounds, but what else can you do to find out even more about your gear?
Loren Weisman
In some ways, when you purchase a certain effect or instrument, it’s like you have purchased a kitchen’s worth of supplies and food. When you only use a certain configuration or a certain set up, it’s the same as only using one kind of food from that kitchen. I have a favorite food, but I also like variety and I like to know what all my options are before I prepare or order what I want to eat. Why not apply the same ideas to your gear?
The Music Industry is not only limited to 25 music careers and - is not just for singers, rappers, musicians, dancers, song writers, producers, etc. that are super talented. (and some not so talented) It’s also for those that love a behind the desk job, or hands on work or technical electronics or the office executive and so on and so on.
Many pass over the thought of themselves actually working in the industry due to the common mindset… “if one has talent they have a chance in music.” If one wants weekly (or bi-weekly) pay with benefits one seeks a normal job in the 9-5 workforce. This is simply false. Most people love music to some extent. Those that are paying attention to their future and careers know or at least wish they can be involved with something they love.
Many will admit they believe they don’t have what it takes to make it in the music industry and some will admit they don’t have a desire to be a musical artist. But many will also admit they need a job, and for longevity’s sake will admit they need a career they love. They love music and need career involvement in something they love.
Bands |
Posted by guest author
Aug
10
2009
This music industry you find yourself entrenched in can bring great rewards but without proper guidance has also been known to bring great failures… time and time again. It is imperative that musicians and their public relations dealings are handled as professionally and completely as possible. A proper internet presence along with constant musical appearances are the order of the day.
Artists Who Are Not Being Seen Are Being Forgotten
It’s true that most independent acts nowadays are satisfied with self management, however, with self serviced public relations there is usually little or no accountability. In order to ensure your requirements are being met, you must be absolutely confident that the tasks your band need completed, are indeed completed as effectively and efficiently as possible.
Music Relation Services Are A Step In That Direction
No one can claim to be able to fulfill all of your business requirements, but getting you pointed in the right direction and primed for growth is an absolute must. With assistance in completing a professional website, a band/artist biography and a photographic portfolio, a music business team can move you from mediocrity to a well oiled musical machine. Independent music services are able to work with you to develop a fundamental and necessary plan of action, while staying within your budget. What these services provide you is a tangible road map to follow, allowing you to work on what you do best. Create great music!
Musician |
Posted by guest author
Aug
02
2009
Loren Weisman is an accomplished music producer based in Seattle,
Washington. Having worked on over three hundred albums, Loren has also
worked on numerous television, film, video game and radio productions,
from New York to Los Angeles, Boston to Seattle. Loren is also the
founder of Brain Grenade Entertainment LLC, and the author of the
Freedom Solutions Recording Plan.
These are five of the top reasons why you will fail at a music career. It may sound like it is coming off a little harsh. That’s because it is. Too many musicians put too much energy and effort into talking about why things have not happened or why things are not working for them. Everyone has reasons, justifications and rationale to explain why they are failing, yet these same artists do not take the steps to problem solve, change direction, learn, educate or empower themselves with the knowledge and the tools to change the path.
Egos are a sensitive thing and musicians, as well as other artists, are very sensitive. Add stubbornness and delusions of grandeur to ego and you get a failure trifecta. The music industry has changed. It is not what it was twenty five years ago and, hell, it is vastly different than what it was even five years ago.
