This Week's Most Read Articles on Sonicbids

Posted by Sonicbids Staff on Sep 21, 2015 10:00 AM

Can't believe you missed a single article? It's okay, we forgive you! In fact, we even created this handy-dandy list so you can instantly catch up on our top 10 most read articles last week. Don't say we never gave you anything (and yes, this retroactively covers your last three birthdays)!

1. 6 Ways to Challenge Yourself as a Musician You Probably Haven't Tried

practicing-music-too-hardImage via cmuse.org

If you're feeling a bit stagnant, or just want to ramp up your music career, try one of these six challenges. We guarantee you'll be better for it.

 

2. The Top 3 Mistakes Musicians Have to Realize They're Making in Order to Become Better

struggling_musicianImage via buzzfeed.com

Here are three big mistakes that musicians most commonly make – and have to come to terms with in order to become better.

 

3. The Musician's Guide to Creating More Hours in the Day: 6 Magical Steps to Painless Time Management

Songwriting2Image via recoveryunplugged.com

If you're naturally frazzled by all you have to plan and do, fear not. There are easy steps you can take to manage and prioritize.

 

4. Gig Booking 101: 26 Terms You Need to Know

livesoundImage via artofaudiodenver.com

New to the music industry or just need a refresher? These terms will help you sound like a pro.

 

5. 8 Lies Every Musician Has Told at Least Once

jam-1Image via quickmeme.com

Yeah dude, we should totally jam sometime!

 

6. 5 Reasons You're Not Finishing Your Songs (And How to Fix It)

5 Reasons You’re Not Finishing Your Songs (And How to Overcome Them)Image via rhubarbwg.com

Do you have a drawer of half-finished songs? It's probably due to one of these reasons – and we've got five actionable fixes for you!

 

7. 4 Old-School Promotional Methods That Still Work

Carnival-Barker-PromoterStep right up! Step right up! You don't need to hire a carnival barker, but you shouldn't spend your entire life online. (Image via nohighscores.com)

Step away from Facebook! These four seemingly outdated techniques can and will work to get people to listen to your music.

 

8. 6 Things Musicians Should Never Leave Home Without

6 Things Musicians Should Never Leave Home WithoutImage from musicappblog.com

We guarantee you've either left one or more of these things at home or haven't even though about bringing them along.

 

9. Yes, It's Possible to Go on Tour and Still Keep Your Day Job – Here's How 14 Musicians Do It

ruby_velle_bands_musicians_artists_jobs_gigs_diy_marketing_independentAtlanta musician Ruby Velle (center) refers to her non-musical work as a "bridge job" rather than a "day job." (Image via facebook.com)

Don't feel bad about keeping your day job. Get inspired by these hardworking musicians!

 

10. The Secret to Getting a Killer Mix

FlyByWest_Photo3Fly By West Studios, where the author spent an incredible weekend tracking and mixing music. (Image via therecordingrevolution.com)

Most of us don't even begin thinking about the mix until mixing day. At that point, it's almost too late.

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