JamUp XT
by Gene Baker, editor
Smartphones are quickly taking over our daily lives and ridding us of extra gadgets. As technology evolves, your guitar rig may be next to become obsolete.
I’m a tube-tone purist by heart but also …
by Brian McKinny, senior editor
Michael John is a working-class guy who dreamt of writing his own music and playing it for anyone willing to listen. Born in the U.K., his family moved to New Zealand when he was very …
by Winston Giles
A quick look back at 2013 so far reveals a year packed full of artist and brand partnerships on an unprecedented scale. Music licensing has evolved beyond the normal realms and we are now seeing brands and …
“Scream Icon” Claim Falls on Deaf Ears
by Stephen M. Stern, executive editor
What began as a statement of religious hypocrisy ended in screaming silence. Life met art when Green Day performed their song, “East Jesus Nowhere,” live against a …
Principle 5: Hunger
by Rich Redmond (part five of five)
Hey folks! Do you want to be a better musician? Do you want more gigs? Do you want more overall happiness in your life?
Well then, try my “CRASH” concept …
Devour the Day
by Brian McKinny, senior editor
Devour the Day was created from former band Egypt Central, a Memphis-based alternative metal group, founded in October 2002. After playing only eight local gigs, Egypt Central managed to gain the interest …
Tips to get your music licensed into film, TV, advertising and games
Teri Doty, editor-in-chief, speaks with Winston Giles, founder of Music Licensing Directory
For independent artists in the music industry, music licensing can mean everything. Knowing how to approach …
The benefits of trademarking your band name
by Stephen M. Stern, Esq., executive editor
Many bands set out to leave their mark, but very few actually do. Not because they lack the star power or magical riffs or lyrical connection. …
by Greg Mullins
Under a beautiful, starry night in the hills above Saratoga, California, the Mountain Winery was the perfect place to spend an evening swimming in the philosophical musings and eclectic virtuosity of one of the best-known progressive rock …
