How I Created A $300 Fan Generated Music Video

While creating music videos is an important segment of an artist’s music promotion, such endeavors are frequently expensive and time-consuming. In this interview Ariel Hyatt speaks with Eli Lev about how he did things a little more frugally with the help of fans. ____________________________ In this latest piece interview from…

Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Fanbase • Inspiration • Record Keeping • Studio Contracts • More

This week on MusicThinkTank, we looked at the source of inspiration for new music, why careful record keeping in a band is so important, which contracts studio producers should be familiar with, and more! Rachelle Wilber | Song Generation: Where Does Inspiration For New Music Come From? Robert Lanterman |…

The Importance Of Record Keeping In A Band

If you’re a fortunate enough musician that you’re actually seeing some revenue from your music, chances are you’ll have to pay taxes, and deal with a good number of other financial issues involved with running the small business that is your band. _________________________ In this recent post from MusicThinkTank, Robert…

Contracts Studio Producers Should Be Familiar With

Studio producers and sound engineers typically require certain types of contracts in their work, so familiarizing yourself with such legal documents early can benefit you in the long run. Here we look the circumstances under which sound engineers should maintain ownership of work, vs. when a one-off fee is appropriate….

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Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Production Mistakes • MMA • Horror Music • More

This week on MusicThinkTank, contributors shared articles on the most common production mistakes made by DIY musicians, how the MMA benefits engineers and producers, what makes for great horror soundtrack, and more! Caleb Murphy | 5 Production Mistakes Most DIY Musicians Make (Including Me) Wallace Collins | Benefits For Producers…

Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Production Mistakes • MMA • Horror Music • More

This week on MusicThinkTank, contributors shared articles on the most common production mistakes made by DIY musicians, how the MMA benefits engineers and producers, what makes for great horror soundtrack, and more! Caleb Murphy | 5 Production Mistakes Most DIY Musicians Make (Including Me) Wallace Collins | Benefits For Producers…

Benefits For Producers, Engineers In Music Modernization Act

At long last the comprehensive and sweeping Music Modernization Act has been signed into law, affecting industry professionals everywhere. While the legislation was certainly surrounded by its share of controversy, we here look at some of the upsides to the act. ________________________ In this latest post from MusicThinkTank, industry lawyer…

Symphony Of Fear: What Makes An Amazing Horror Soundtrack?

The spooky season is well upon us, and with scary movies dominating screens everywhere, we’re taking a moment to explore what it is that makes up the unmistakeable sound of a perfect horror soundtrack. _______________________ In this latest post on MusicThinkTank, Ellen Royce looks at the elements of a perfect…

Music Think Tank Weekly Recap: Copyright In China • Music Venue Maintenance • Booking • More

This week on MusicThinkTank, we explore the complexities of securing your copyright in China, how to properly maintain your music venue, the most effective way to book shows, and more! Juri Kobayashi | The Enigma Of Securing Your Copyrights In China Rachelle Wilber | Music Venue Maintenance: 4 Areas For…