An Insider’s Look Into Streetwear And How Musicians Fit Into The Scene
Last week in New York City, The Agenda Show saw hundreds of people from different creative communities itching to get a closer look at the popular streetwear scene including musicians, painters, photographers,. Continue reading
The Young and the Digitally Restless
Guest post by Michael San Pascual. A new, technologically capable generation of music listeners is approaching adulthood. These former MySpacers are evolving into sophisticated music consumers with new and challenging expectations.. Continue reading
Social Media Check-Ins At Major Music Festivals Signal Next Phase For RFID Wristbands
In the last few years RFID technology has made a strong move from industrial applications to ticketing solutions for large scale outdoor music festivals in the form of wristbands. Their. Continue reading
New Live Nation Data Shows Mobile’s Major Impact On Live Events
During the recent IAB Mobile Marketplace 2012 event in New York City, Live Nation executive Russell Wallach gave a presentation about how mobile is impacting the way consumers attend live events.. Continue reading
Must Have Tech For Musicians On The Road
When musicians are on the road, they appreciate technology that’s portable. You never know when inspiration will strike and you find that you need something to compose a song. With. Continue reading
Passion Pit’s New Album App Is A Win For Fans
Guest post by Eliot Van Buskirk of Evolver.fm. Passion Pit struck upon an intriguing way to promote its critically-acclaimed new album, Gossamer, while giving fans new ways to enjoy some. Continue reading
Popkomm Convention Calls It Quits After 23 Years
Popkomm, the annual music convention held in Germany for 23 years, will not be making a return. First held in Düsseldorf in 1989, the first Popkomm focused on indie artists. Continue reading
Umphrey’s McGee’s sUMmer school: Band Opens Summer Camp For Fans
In addition to finding unique ways to include the audience in their creative process, Umphrey's McGee is conducting its first sUMmer school in the Catskills. Taking place from August 6. Continue reading
Fandalism: Finally A Social Network That Works For Musicians [EXCLUSIVE]
Anyone who has ever been in a band knows exactly how frustrating it can be to find the right band mates. Maybe your friend isn’t the best drummer after all,. Continue reading
Turn Your Band into a Virus… with a Book?
Guest post by Aarti Kelapure of Evolver.fm. We have learned to be leery of marketing. After all, marketers and advertisers are paid to push commodities — human and otherwise —. Continue reading