The term “Publishing Administration” gets thrown around a lot in the music industry, and if you’re a songwriter, it’s critical that you understand what it means, how it works, and what your options are. I put together a list of 10 things to know and ask before choosing a Publishing Administrator for your music, so you can get the maximum songwriter royalties possible. 1. What exactly is Publishing Administration when […]

There have been a whole bunch of revolutions lately. One of the ones I’m most excited about is the revolution in the area of recording gear and software. I think it’s really incredible how just in the past few years tools have evolved to the point where people like you and I can get REALLY great recordings on our own, in our own homes. I think a lot of people […]

Ever wondered why some super talented musicians don’t get the fanbase and recognition they ‘deserve’, while other not as talented musicians get a lot more exposure and seen in all the right places? Well while there could be a number of different reasons for this, one of the most common is that successful person’s ability to handle the business side of the music industry. More specifically, they probably know how […]

A recent study showed that volunteers could more accurately identify the winners of music competitions by watching video without sound rather than video with sound or audio alone. It raises the possiblity that visual cues are a much more important aspect of evaluating music quality than we realize. At the very least, the study is a reminder that all aspects of one’s performance affect how people hear or think they […]

Deciding to release your own record is only a good idea if you know what you’re getting into. As you read through the following questions, mark the ones that you can’t answer and make an effort to find the answers. Your future depends on it. (Answers to any business start-up issues are widely available on the Internet and in many books devoted to that specific topic.) 35 Things to Consider […]

There’s no shortage of lists on how bands can get free music promotion, but I’d like to add one more. My hope is that this one is a bit more up to date, and shines light on some of the great free tools that have emerged in the past 2-3 years. If you have any other great tips for promoting music for free, feel free to add them in the […]

Many naive acts who manage to get a recording contract with a label believe that just because you get signed to a record label automatically means that you’ll be treated well by your label. Not so. Once a record has been scheduled for release, a number of factors will determine if it becomes a priority at the label. The term “priority” is used to designate which releases will get the […]

Much love to University of Arkansas at Monticello’s Foliate Oak Literary Magazine for featuring 6 of my paintings (Solitaire, Art’s Demise, Ignorant Butterflies, Chic City, Veils of Carnality and Toujours) in their March 2013 issue. I’m just finding out about this feature, but it’s a great look regardless. Check out the screenshot below and view the full feature here.    

One question artists often ask is “How can I get a manager?”. This blog post by Ari Herstand is a very honest look at how/why managers get involved in an artist’s career:  I’ve never had a manager. Don’t take this as I never wanted one. I made it the goal of 2008 to find a manager. I didn’t find one that year (but I did open for Ben Folds). I […]

Much love to Rowan University’s Glassworks Magazine for featuring my Audvantgardener and Ascension paintings in their Spring 2013 issue. I’m also one of their featured artists on their website. Check out the screenshot of the website feature below and view the full magazine (feature on pg 11 & 39) here.