In case you were hunkered down escaping the cold last week, or simply lost in a mall somewhere trying to grab those holiday dealzzz, here are the top 10 most read articles on the Sonicbids blog last week!
1. How to Get Your Band on 5 Cool Live Sessions
Curtis Harding's Jam in the Van session. (Image via curtisharding.com)
If performing an NPR Tiny Desk concert is part of your ultimate plan, then you'll love starting with these lesser known (but supremely awesome) live-session series.
2. Confessions of a Full-Time DIY Musician: Alex White of White Mystery
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Says Alex White: "Things can look really great on the outside but...it can be very challenging emotionally to handle the stress."
3. Songwriting 101: Why Your Chord Changes Matter Way Less Than You Think They Do
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The truth is that, unfortunately for your music theory teacher, chords are nothing but color.
4. 5 Ideas to Promote Your Music During the Holidays
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The holidays are a time of giving – and getting new fans, merchandise sales, and gigs galore.
5. What Separates Experimental Artists Who Get Mainstream Attention From Those Who Don't?
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If you think your music is "too weird," it may still be ripe for the mainstream (without losing its artistic integrity).
6. The Top 6 Pet Peeves of Every Guitar Repair Technician
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For the love of God, IT'S NOT THE TRUSS ROD.
7. Try This Fun and Cheap DIY Home Studio Upgrade: The Transformerless SM57 Mod
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Learn how to do the transformerless SM57 mod at home in six easy steps!
8. Here's Why Your Arguments Against Amp Modeling Technology Are Totally Wrong
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Here are four common arguments against amp modeling rigs, completely debunked.
9. What Exactly Does 'Producer' Mean in 2015?
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You may be a producer and not even know it.
10. 7 Basic Design Principles to Clean Up Your Band's Website (No Coding Required!)
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Armed with these tips, you'll never complain that your website is "not good enough" again.
