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This Week's Most Read Articles on Sonicbids

Written by Sonicbids Staff | Feb 1, 2016 03:00 PM

Feel like you missed out this week? Here's your recap of the top 10 most read articles on the Sonicbids blog to get you up to speed!

1. 5 Creative Exercises to Help You Beat Songwriter’s and Composer’s Block

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Stuck in a songwriting rut? Here are five genius ways to break down those creative barriers!

 

2. How to Get A&R Attention (According to A&R Reps)

Jon Vetri in the studio. (Photo courtesy of the author)

All artists dream of attracting that one powerful A&R exec who will change their lives. Here's how to actually do it.

 

3. Top 6 Venues to Play in Toronto if You're Trying to Break Into the Scene

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If you're a new band trying to get booked in Toronto, start with these welcoming venues!

 

4. Songwriting 101: Why It's Crucial for Every Serious Songwriter to Learn Demo Production

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Make sure your demo doesn't screw you over big time.

 

5. Beyond Capitals: 5 Incredible Smaller Cities to Tour in the South That You Need to Know About

Miami's Plastic Pinks at the Bends in St. Petersburg, FL. Photo by Brian Mahar.

If you're heading down south, make sure these five underrated (but awesome) cities are on your music radar!

 

6. How to Speak Audio: 15 Essential Terms to Learn Before Your Next Recording Session

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Become a virtuoso of audio lingo with this crash course in music terminology!

 

7. 5 Truths to Know Before You Go on Your First Tour

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Spoiler alert: your first independent tour isn't going to be all sunshine and roses. But that's okay!

 

8. The 4 Most Valuable Places to Give Away a Free Song

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Most people aren't going to go hunt down your songs. Here are the best places to give a track away and earn some new fans.

 

9. Here's What a PR Checklist Looks Like for Established vs. Developing Bands (From a Music Publicist)

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A music publicist breaks down exactly what PR campaign checklists look like for established bands vs. developing bands.

 

10. 5 More Great Music Documentaries You Need to Watch on YouTube This Weekend

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Just when you thought we were done, here are five more amazing music documentaries to stream on YouTube!