Does the springtime have you out and about? Of course we'd like to imagine all of our readers frolicking in parks, playing frisbee, and jamming on acoustic guitars, but we know your reality probably involved taking a monkey wrench to your tour van at some point during the last seven days. We salute you! Check out this week's top 10 most read posts on the Sonicbids blog for tons of tips to keep your band running smoothly.
When music is your life and livelihood, how do you manage to fit everything in? Here's how one full-time touring musician does it, hour by hour.
Stop comparing your band to other bands, stop procrastinating, and for goodness' sake, stop whining!
Rob Lanterman and his fellow musician friends have had some absolutely insane stuff happen to them on tour. Here are the top four ways to prevent common DIY touring disasters.
Dave Grohl explains why it's okay for your band to go mainstream and write that catchy rock anthem.
Do you really understand what mastering is and what it does for your tracks? What's your role as an artist in the mastering process? Veteran mastering engineer Paul Logus has the answers.
No idea what to name your new band? You're not alone. Try these easy and field-tested tips to get the ideas flowing.
If you're jonesing for a publicist, make sure you don't fall into one of these six categories or you can kiss your dream goodbye.
Got an unconventional idea for a song, or just looking to ruffle a few feathers? Here's what to consider when breaking songwriting rules.
Your practice space CAN be your happy place. Use these simple tips to create a space where your creativity can thrive.
From Washington to Maine, here are seven can't-miss venues to add to your bucket list.