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The music world is characterized by a blend of constants and continuous change; Beat examines the inside of the industry from recording studios to record labels, live performances, music streaming technology and beyond.
An Artist and His Phone
If I had a dollar for every minute this phone is in my hands. Business calls, managing Instagram, checking emails, handling analytics. This thing is a curse! That guy in the picture up there, that’s me, Aaron Brown (Aarnxbrwn), during a sound check for a show. I am a full-time recording artist, songwriter, producer, engineer, and entrepreneur. Music has become my life, and out of all the expensive equipment I’ve shelled out money for, my phone tends to be the most important piece, by far. Everywhere I go, my friends and family are complaining about my phone usage. What they don’t understand is this iPhone is my doorway to opportunity. It could be my next show or event, someone inquiring about my shop (The Living Room RVA), some type of discrepancy in one of my businesses, or maybe just engaging with my following on Instagram. All I truly know is that I have to have it.
Putting Your Music Out There
Okay, I used a website that will put your music on a lot of different websites including Amazon, Spotify, Youtube, Google Play, iTunes Deezer and many more. This site offers to charge you 15 percent so you do not have to pay for distribution. They do offer a one-off payment so they do not take a cut.
Marcus AzariaPublished 5 years ago in BeatTop 10 Female Guitarists of All Time
Talented, innovative or just plain entertaining, these six-stringers of the female variety know how to get the party rolling. Welcome to WatchMojo.com, and today we’re counting down our picks for the top 10 female guitarists of all time.
Navigating the Business of Music: An Unabashed, Uncensored Tale (Pt. 1)
For as far back as I can remember, it was always a dream to work in the music business. Starting out at the age of 17, I found myself working county fairs in rural Ohio, helping to setup and tear down equipment for emerging artists.
Rick LarntzPublished 5 years ago in BeatThe 2019 #PIMAs Opening Ceremony
Hello, Vocal and the internet! *Crowd screaming* Hello and welcome to the inaugural 2019 PIMA awards! *Crowd is throwing flowers now*
Peter EllisPublished 5 years ago in Beat2019: My Year and My Plans for My Future and in the Music Industry
2018 was a year to remember. I had so many amazing opportunities offered to me, as well as some not so good times. But, since the year is over, it is time to move on and start new.
Mackenzie CoberleyPublished 5 years ago in BeatThe Korean Hip-Hop Scene (Part 1)
Now, we all know Kpop is on a drastic rise compared to 10 years ago. BTS soaring in Western charts, as well as other groups like Monsta X, NCT127, and Seventeen, who are getting constant attention from Western news outlets. That's great and all, but I want to turn our attention to something that is mostly talked about in the Asian hip hop scene; obviously, in the Korean hip hop scene and the big influence it has.
10 Strange Music Videos That Make You Say "WTF"
Have you ever listened to a new song and you could envision your own music video in your head? It happens to me all the time. Then the artist releases the official music video and it isn't quite what you imagined.
Embarrassing Confession of a K-Pop Fan
So, it all started when I got a notification from Twitter—specifically, of Monsta X’s account having retweeted a Billboard tweet announcing that Monsta X will release an English version of their most recent comeback single, “Shoot Out,” for US radio.
How Country Music Has Changed and Why That's Okay
Country music has changed over the years. Think about the olden days of Hank Williams (not III or Jr!), then go forward a few years to Johnny Cash, and then forward a little more to Waylon Jennings. Now, think about country music today. You don’t need to listen for long to know that something has changed. Many country music purists dislike the new wave of country because it sounds so similar to other styles of music. But ultimately, this is good for country music.
Joe MiltonPublished 6 years ago in BeatA Love Letter to the CD
Technology often manages to fail us somehow. I remembered this fact not too long ago: Ahead of the release date of Palaye Royale's Boom Boom Room: Side B, which I'd been anticipating for months, I tried to change my iTunes payment details and the computer said no. A software update and a reinstallation of iTunes later, it still said no. No more downloads for you, Emma. That's what happens when you aren't rich enough to replace your computer every time something flashier comes out.
E.W HemmingsPublished 6 years ago in BeatBeing a Musician in London in 2018
First of all, I'd like to say I have 0 regrets about becoming a musician. I love my life and there's no career path I'd rather be in. I do shows with my band, and as a solo project often, and the response is (usually...) pretty decent and I leave the venue feeling buzzed. However after the adrenaline wears off, the 20 people we've been nagging to come to the show head home and our wallets are empty...after the sixth or seventh show in 2 weeks after a long summer, it all comes flooding back. That feeling of knowing you're just about breaking even, and you're going to need to find a job, probably not even to do with music. I feel there's a few things that can be done just to help us out!
Harry BakerPublished 6 years ago in Beat