Although CDs have declined in use since the 1990’s, that doesn’t mean album artwork isn’t still heavily appreciated. Cover art is still the first thing the audience sees when you release a new...
3 Ways Musicians Can Personalize a Cover Song
Covers are a great way to get your name out there and build a solid fan base. Chances are, you’ve chosen to play a well-known song by a popular artist. So you already have an audience out there...
5 Things Every Aspiring Singer Should Know How To Do
The Internet is filled with thousands of people who want to be the next Taylor Swift. A quick YouTube search brings up pages of those who have the vocal chops to make it big time. What can make an...
How Musicians Can Interact with Fans on YouTube
YouTube is first and foremost a video sharing site. However, it is also a social network in and of itself. It can be quite useful in connecting to fans and gaining more exposure. Follow these three...
How Musicians Can Connect with Fans on Twitter
Twitter is one of the most powerful social media platforms. Musicians can and should use it to connect with current and potential fans. From likes to hashtags, here are just a few tips on how to make...
3 Fundamentals of Great Song Lyrics
One thing that many great songs have in common is that they touch on a central part of the human condition — maybe a ballad or a personal crisis. Sometimes ideas can come when you least expect...
4 Reasons Musicians Should Release Singles
Singles are wonderful tools for introducing artists to the music scene. Whether these songs are released through the radio, a music video on YouTube, or a Facebook page, they help start a fan base...
4 Ways to Promote Your Music Brand on Snapchat
Snapchat is one of the most unique and most used social media outlets out there. Transient pictures provide a great way for people to live in the moment and share highlights of their days. Musicians...
4 Reasons Guitarists Should Use Drop D Tuning
You’ve probably heard of it before. In this type of guitar tuning, the lowest string is dropped down one whole step from E to D. So, you’re left with DADGBE. It was originally developed by blues...
How Musicians Can Brand Themselves
You must promote yourself with as much flair, vigor, and tenacity as possible. You are a business, and every effort should be made to keep your business running. In this media marketing game...