There are a few proven methods for speeding up your SXSW recovery: sleeping in, treating yourself to a massage, and, of course, catching up on what you might have missed on the Sonicbids blog. Here are the top 10 most read articles last week that might have flown under your radar while you were in Austin.
1. 4 Tools Under $20 a Month You Can Use to Run Your Band's Publicity Campaign
Put that busking money to good use in a big way! (Image via therooster.com)
Streamlining your band business doesn't have to cost big bucks! Use these four tools that a publicist uses to manage band's campaigns.
2. 6 Rookie Mistakes Bands Make With New Members
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Looking for new band members is a pain, but there's no excuse for these six mistakes.
3. 4 Reasons You Shouldn't Be Waiting for Inspiration to Write Songs
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Don't just sit around waiting for your next great song to come to you – go out and get it by using these four tips!
4. 8 Strategies for Naming a Song With No Obvious Title
The Beatles' song "A Hard Day's Night" is not named after the song's hook, but a nonsensical lyric that reoccurs throughout the verses coined by Ringo Starr. (Image via thebeatles-collection.com)
Get creative with your song titles with these eight tips!
5. 8 Reasons Why Fans Hate Your Band's Website
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Avoid these eight website mishaps to keep your fans happy and informed!
6. 8 Creative Band Merch Items to Inspire Your Own
Custom phone cases are only the beginning. (Image via facebook-pictures.drippic.com)
Rethink your boring band merch! What fan wouldn't want to drink coffee (or whatever else) out of a mug made with your own two hands?
7. 5 Great Musician Instagrams You Can Learn From
Kings of comedy (on Instagram): White Fang's account is filled with funny posts. (Image via websta.me)
Ramp up your Instagram to the high, high levels set by some of music's most buzzworthy bands.
8. Ask A Publicist: How Often Should You Release New Music?
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What kind of music release schedule would make the most sense for your band? Suss out the situation before you get your music on the market.
9. How to Get Better at Producing Your Own Music
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Use these five methods to take your production skills to the next level!
10. 3 of the Best Places to Get Band Stickers Printed
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Whether you want them for merch or promotion, band stickers are a must-have! Here's where to get them made.
