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Prioritize mental health in music with Sound Mind Live

In an industry where prioritizing mental health can be particularly challenging, organizations like Sound Mind – which emphasize the importance of open discussion regarding mental health – are more important. Continue reading

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National Suicide Prevention Week mental health resources for artists

In recognition of the importance of Suicide Prevention Week, we’re looking at a few important resources available to those working in an industry which is all to frequently impacted by. Continue reading

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A Sound Foundation: Changing mental health in the music industry

In this piece, Keller Medlin dives into the endemic mental health issue plaguing the music industry, and the need for a fundamental shift in how the issue is handled and. Continue reading

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Artist’s guide to surviving the touring lifestyle

Whether it’s your first or 100th time, going on tour can be an exciting time in a musician’s life. That said, it can also be incredibly rigorous and exhausting, and. Continue reading

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Mental health orgs for music industry professionals

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re looking at several organizations focused on providing mental health support for musicians and other industry professionals, in a field where mental health. Continue reading

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The under 27 Club: Music mental health in the time of streaming

The untimely passing of major artists like Juice WRLD, Lil Peep, and Mac Miller – all before the age of 27 – have added to a mounting pile of evidence. Continue reading

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87% of musicians believe the pandemic has been harmful to their mental health

Despite some optimistic predictions, there is no clear end in site for the ongoing pandemic and, according to a new report, the COVID crisis has taken a particularly heavy toll. Continue reading

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Mental health in music: how/when to prioritize yourself

Pursuing a career in an industry as competitive and fast paced as the music business can often cause burnout in even the most talented artist or producer. Here we offer. Continue reading

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Why Every Musician Should Learn Meditation

The music business is tough, and constant stress and fear of failure can take their toll on a person. Here, we look at how meditation can not only help musicians. Continue reading

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What Meditation Can Do To Benefit Musicians [INTERVIEW]

In this interview, music industry consultant Bobby Borg sat down to chat with Allen Weiss, author, and co-chair of Mindful USC about how meditation can benefit musicians in their creative. Continue reading

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Making The Most Of Now: Help For Artists During COVID-19

Even if you’ve been able to stay healthy over the past few month, and are able to get by without performing live shows, the ongoing pandemic is taking a serious. Continue reading

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