From musical genre hotbeds, to advice from a bona fide rock star, to figuring out how well you know the music biz, to simplifying your already hectic schedule with marketing hacks, this week's top 10 most read articles on the Sonicbids blog have a little something for everyone. Take a look at what you might have missed, or just reread your favorites!
1. The United States of Events: America's Top Concert-Going Cities by Genre
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Wondering how your city ranks in the most event-going places in the US? Check out what Eventbrite found out!
2. Dave Grohl's Advice on Being a Successful Musician
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Take a few lessons from rock star Dave Grohl. After being in two successful bands, you learn a thing or two about making it in music.
3. 3 Surprising Music Career Tips You Didn't Know You Needed
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Skip the textbook tips about working hard – here are three things no one will tell you about having a successful music career!
4. 5 Rules for Approaching Industry People at Music Conferences
Jeremy Weiss at the LAUNCH Music Conference and Festival. (Image courtesy of the author)
Don't be intimidated by networking at music conferences. Instead, follow these five simple best practices for meeting all of the industry pros on your list.
5. 4 Music Promotion Hacks for Lazy (or Insanely Busy) Musicians
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If you feel like time is the enemy when it comes to marketing your music, try these four easy hacks to simplify your life.
6. Why Won't Music Supervisors Listen to My Music?
Fatz Belvedere in the studio recording "Broken." (Photo by Lenny Marin)
Want to get your songs in front of music supervisors? Don't waste your time or theirs by following a few simple tips.
7. 6 Things I Wish I Knew Before Recording My First Album
The Beatles in the studio. (Image via thebeatles.com)
Heading into the studio, or even getting a home setup together to record your first album? Instead of learning costly lessons the hard way, read this article first!
8. The Best and Worst Days of the Week to Play a Show
Punk outfit Ultraje at Club 77 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Elías C. Quintana Matias)
If you're trying to find that sweet spot during the week for your next gig, here's the breakdown of what nights will serve you well based on where you're at in your career.
9. Do You Have What It Takes to Tour?
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Contemplating hitting the road? Find out if you're really ready to head out and prepare yourself for the, um, interesting aspects of touring.
10. QUIZ: Can You Identify the Music Industry Myths?
How well do you ACTUALLY know the music biz? Take this quiz to find out.
