Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Its about personality, not just beats

I am a techno junkie and I root for the Internet or online method for most things, but I have to admit that I have sold far more beats in real life face to face in person with clients that I have been able to online.  Not only that, but  in person I almost can name whatever price I want for the instrumentals and people will still be willing to buy them. I have given this some thought and realize that no matter what you are selling,...

The problem with hitting the streets as a musician

Every musician I know is usually caught up with trying to get a major break by hitting the streets and attempting to perform at every event they can.  This looks good on the surface but let's analyze it a little bit to see if there may not be any more constructive alternatives musicians can engage in to get more bang for their buck. To go to these events, artists travel long distances, paying for gas or bus fares, and also the food, sometimes...