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Perfectionism is extremely common among creative people. For those who have refined their craft and creativity, it is all too easy to fall into the trap of obsessing over making the perfect art, whether that be a piece of artwork, a book or of course, a song. Part of an artist’s talent relies upon [...]
In a previous article we debated the benefits of hiring a ghost producer, and discussed the benefits of working with artists in order to achieve optimum creativity. Now, we’re going to look at current opinion within the industry, and whether it is now socially acceptable to use ghost producers, in contrast to previous years. [...]
The debate between plagiarism and creativity is one that has gone on for decades within the music industry. With notable cases such as Robin Thicke’s 'Blurred Lines', as well as many others, it is something that is often talked about & surrounded in controversy. Is it acceptable to copy someone else’s composition? Or is [...]
The problem these days is that artists and musicians resort to already crowded social platforms, while the aim is to stand out. A podcast is a perfect way to be different, build your storyline as an artist and connect with your audience in an original and more in-depth way. You can look at a [...]
More & more people within the music industry are looking to turn their current endeavors into a full-time job. Whether it’s music production for vocalists, music licensing to TV & Radio, or even live touring around the world, there are hundreds of ways that artists can make a full-time income from their career. Instead [...]
Ghost production is something that is often frowned upon within the general EDM community. But with artists in other genres considering it to be a routine part of the music business, we decided to take a look at how being a ghost producer can benefit your career in order to raise funds to achieve [...]
Whether you are producing your music at home or in a professional studio, productivity is an issue that many people within the electronic music industry face on a daily basis. With a plethora of distractions to take your attention away from the music, it can occasionally be a challenge to get mentally focused in [...]
Whether you are producing your music at home or in a professional studio, productivity is an issue that many people within the electronic music industry face on a daily basis. With a plethora of distractions to take your attention away from the music, it can occasionally be a challenge to get mentally focused in [...]
As an artist, samples will often be central to your tracks. The important thing to remember is that using samples without clearing them first could get you into some serious legal trouble. You cannot simply sample a piece of music already in existence, add it to your own song and start making money from [...]
Getting signed to the label of your dreams is a marathon, not a sprint, by taking the long-term approach and consistently building on your relationship with the A&R, you give yourself the best chance of reaching your goal.
Since it first became popular in the 1970s, remixing has been an integral aspect of the electronic music scene, accounting for a huge proportion of the tracks we see released today. At times, remixes often outdo original mixes in popularity, providing a unique blend of multiple musicians’ talents to create a unique end product. [...]
Mix referencing is the process of comparing your nearly finished mix to previous mixes you’ve made, other versions of your mix in the same project or commercial recordings to determine the quality of your mix. It sounds simple, but there are a few crucial things to consider to make your referencing as effective as [...]
Undoubtedly one of EDM’s biggest talking points is the role that ghost producers play in the art of producing. When it comes to producing your hits, many of you will spend days, weeks, and even months in the studio trying to perfect your musical vision, and convey your ideas into a track to then [...]
When it comes to samples, dance music is perhaps one of the most frequent genres of taking snippets of older tracks and enhancing them with a modern flavour. Even timeless EDM classics like Avicii’s ‘Levels’ are essentially dance-based reworks on old records (in this case, ‘Something’s Got a Hold On Me’ by Etta James.) [...]
In the current climate, VR is becoming increasingly popular with each passing year, allowing gamers around the world to experience games like never before. With the technology continuously becoming more advanced, more and more previously unforeseen opportunities are becoming a reality. It was only a matter of time before the art of DJing became [...]
For many producers out there, it seems as though they only need to brush their keyboard to make an instant commercial hit. Well-known DJs like David Guetta and Calvin Harris seem to score mainstream success with almost every track they release, with the latter currently racking up a record-breaking two months at the top [...]
Getting gigs as a startup DJ is never easy. Promoters consistently disregard DJ’s who lack prominent online followings, press kits and most often, DJ’s who can’t bring people through the door. There are a limited number of events out there and it can be tough to connect with the right people to showcase your [...]
For many DJs and producers, it is easy to get stuck in a routine when working on a project or mix for a long time. When you’re approaching the end of a project, it’s critical to have an informed idea of the overall characteristics of your mix. But how do you find the right [...]
Perhaps one of the key points to consider when looking to grow your enterprise is your merchandise range and how merch sales can lead to both an increased bank balance (which can be used to fund other areas that will profit your career, such as expensive PR campaigns), and increased exposure as an artist. [...]
