The best thing about being a touring musician is, well, touring! The worst thing? You occasionally miss an article or two on the Sonicbids blog. Lucky for you, we always round up the top 10 most read articles of the week, just in case you were too busy schlepping guitar cases and missing exits on the freeway (c'mon, Google Maps!). Check 'em out!
1. 5 Types of Artists That Good Managers Will Never Work With
Don't let your personal baggage carry over into your music career. (Image via mirror.co.uk)
If you're looking to find your perfect manager match, make sure you don't fit into these five categories.
2. 7 Ways to Never Get Invited Back to a Venue
Keith Richards during the Rolling Stones' 1972 tour. (Photo by Ethan Russell)
Don't commit one of these seven deadly gig etiquette sins!
3. How to Soundproof Your Home Studio or Rehearsal Space Like a Pro
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Do you actually know the difference between soundproofing and sound treatment? Learn what soundproofing really means, and use these methods to do it like a pro.
4. 3 Veteran Producers' Secrets to Making Your Beats Sound More Professional
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Use these secrets from top producers to make your beats sound crisp, clear, and hot.
5. 3 More Branding Lessons From Music's Biggest Superstars
Lady Gaga is a branding pro. (Photo by Suzanne Plunkett)
Branding your band is essential, but it takes time and hard work to develop. Get a head start by learning essential lessons from J. Cole, Lady Gaga, and Dave Grohl.
6. The Musician's Guide to the Complete Marketing Plan, Part 1
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Make sure your band's marketing plan is in tip-top shape by incorporating these important elements.
7. 5 Cool Band T-Shirt Designs to Inspire Your Own
Last year, Dutch artist Nick Van Hofwegen was commissioned to design all art for Foster the People's sophomore album. (Photo courtesy of Nick Van Hofwegen)
Can't decide what your band's T-shirt should look like? Take inspiration from these five styles!
8. The 80 Percent Rule: How to Determine When to Show Your Work
Kanye West premieres Yeezus at a listening party. (Photo by Seth Browarnik)
You might be tempted to wait until your next great song is fully finished before letting friends and fans take a listen, but you should do it sooner.
9. 9 Smart Uses of Your Time When You're Stuck in a Tour Van
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Just because you're stuck in a tour van doesn't mean you can't be productive!
10. Ridiculously Easy DIY Tips for Shooting Multi-Angle Concert Videos
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Your fans are the key to creating a high-quality, memorable concert video.
