In case you missed any of them, here's a roundup of our top 10 most popular articles on the Sonicbids blog this week. Let us know what topics you'd like us to cover next by leaving a comment below!
1. What Successful Musicians Do Differently
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If you're doing these four things, you're on the path to long-term success and happiness in music!
2. The 4 Elements That Separate a Good Mix From a Great Mix
Joey Sturgis. (Image courtesy of the author)
How do you take a mix from good to great? Renowned metal producer Joey Sturgis lets us in on his methods.
3. 7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Quit Your Day Job for Music
Printer smashing, a la Office Space, optional. (Image via mentalfloss.com)
We've all daydreamed about shucking the ol' desk and making music full-time, but before you quit, make sure you ask yourself these seven questions.
4. 8 Horrible Reasons to Join a Band
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There are lots of great reasons to be in a band. These... these are not those things.
5. Quiz: What Does Your Instrument Say About You?
This one man band in San Francisco may suffer from multiple personalities. (Photo by Wes Mason)
Let's see if we can predict your personality based on the instrument you play!
6. 5 of the Worst Ways to Describe Your Band if You're Trying to Get Press
Best Coast's latest album was released on Capitol Records sub-label Harvest, yet people still call them indie. (Image via facebook.com)
Guess what – your sound is NOT "indescribable." That just makes you come off as lazy.
7. 4 Tips to Get Better at Playing and Singing Simultaneously
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Singing and playing at the same time is hard, but these four tips will help you nail it.
8. 5 Ways to Make Networking Suck Less
Balanced Breakfast music industry meetup, San Francisco. (Photo by Jared Swanson)
Let's face it, sometimes approaching people you don't know can be awkward. Try these easy, stress-free tips to make networking painless.
9. According to This Study, You Might Need to Spend Less Time Practicing Your Instrument
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Believe it or not, your rigorous practice routine could probably benefit from a night of mindless reality TV.
10. 4 Essential Truths About Keeping Your Music Career Alive
Paul McCartney knows a thing or two about longevity. (Image via pitch.com)
How do you keep your career from burning out before it gets started? Learn how to make your music last a lifetime.
