How changing your perspective can aid you as a musician
Patrick McGuire digs into the benefits of widening your perspective as a musician, and how finding alternative ways of seeing, hearing, and approaching music-making can help you achieve your true. Continue reading
How to independently promote your music in 2021
Here, we look at eight ways in which artists can effectively promote their music in 2021, without being beholden to anyone but themselves. Guest post by Janelle Borg of Amplify.You. Continue reading
Overthinking the fall concert season (as a music industry professional)
James Shotwell digs into what a fall concert season could look like, as delta varient rages on, and venues, artists, and audience all question what the next few months will. Continue reading
Creating a unique experience with music is easier than you think
Here, we look at few pointers on how you can take the release of your next single to the next level and truly craft an experience around your music that. Continue reading
THE PITCH: songwriter and producer collaboration platform ItyDity
THE PITCH asks promising music startups to “pitch” their product or service to the Hypebot community in 100 words or less. This pitch comes from ItyDity, which helps songwriters and producers connect and collaborate. Continue reading
How to practice music like an Olympic athlete
Regardless of what musical style you gravitate toward, developing a solid, consistent practice routine is essential to setting yourself up for a successful music career. Here, we look at some. Continue reading
SoundExchange names 2 new VPs
SoundExchange has named Stephanie Werner as Vice President, Brand Marketing and Industry Engagement, and promoted Barry LeVine to Vice President, Marketing and Entertainment Partnerships. Stephanie Werner has over 25 years. Continue reading
Why Loud Bass Is So Problematic in a Mix
We all love the thump of an 808 bass, but like anything else, it is possible to have too much of a good thing. Here, we explain why too much. Continue reading
Spotify launches 6 Ripple Effect regional playlists
In an effort to promote racial justice and amplify underrepresented voices, Spotify recently debuted its new Frequency program, which included the launch of its Ripple Effect’s U.S. regional playlists program. Continue reading
How to earn more money off your studio recordings
In this series on making money from songwriting and recording, Randy Chertkow and Jason Feehan outline some of the key ways in which artists can make additional money off of. Continue reading
