Bands & Artists

She was R&B’s “Baby Girl” and musical muse of artists Timothy “Timbaland” Moseley and Missy “Misdemeanor” Elliott. She rocked the airwaves with “Back and Forth,” “One in a Million,” and “If...

Before you design a free rock band logo, you need to decide on what you want the logo to communicate. Obviously, it is a symbol for the rock band, but you have to decide on what you want it to...

Although many clubs are now willing to book bands through email queries and Web pages, many others still demand band bios. A good band bio will let tell a story about your band, telling a booking...

By any name, black, doom, extreme or thrash metal is often treated as rock's proverbial red-headed stepchild. On closer examination, the stereotype of thrash metal musicians as abrasive, unmusical...

What You Need To Do To Form or Join A Rock Band.

What can I say... I just LOVE Engelbert! Actually, it's my mother who really loves him. And I mean she REALLY loves him. So I visit his site often. And if you love him too, you should join one...

Have a bunch of sheet music to organize? Here's how to back it all up, make fair use copies, and put it all in order. Organize and index thousands of musical arrangements without any advanced...

There's nothing more fun for budding musicians than starting a rock band in high school with a group of your friends. It's almost a rite of passage. Forming a rock band could lead to a successful...

For rock 'n' rollers straining at the root-based leash, jazz offers one of the ultimate escapes. Not content with merely pumping out quarter notes to the bar, jazz bassists strive to make creative...

Finding band members isn’t easy, but there are more ways than ever to hook up with musicians. In this article well talk about how to find musicians in your area to help form or complete your band.

Going to a concert of your favorite band is blast, but having coveted backstage passes can increase your concert going experience, exponentially. By following the steps outlined in this article,...

A person or group capable of recording a music album may not have any artistic ability when it comes to making an album cover. This can be somewhat aggravating, especially if you don't have photo...

Becoming a musical star is one of the most challenging ambitions a creative individual can have, but the rewards can be great. In this article, you will find strategies and resources that can...

Hannah Montana is one of the most famous young singers in the world. It seems that all kids adore Montana and own her CDs. Often fans ask if they can talk to her online. It turns out that you can,...

Do you play the trumpet in your school band or maybe your own band or even just for fun? Do you need some tips and trick in keeping it in tip top shape? Well in this artile I will give you some...

In short, publicity and marketing make a rock star famous. Fame, in its most basic form, is the fact that many people know and recognize a particular brand, name or face. Marketing professionals...

Lyrics touch us, beats move us. Music is in the blood and it is in the heart; sadly, however, music is not always in our ear. You probably own most of your favorite music, but not all, it is,...

When figuring out how to form a girl group, decide on the specifics first. Before the fun, fame and fortune you need to put forth a little effort in finding the right people to join your singing...

Although it is certainly possible to become a rock star without any discernible talent--it has been done before--the odds begin to tilt significantly in your favor if you can actually sing or play...

The rock band KISS has been around for decades, and possesses a significant following of loyal fans and enthusiasts. KISS makeup can be used to attend concerts, as a Halloween costume or at a...

So you've recorded, mixed and mastered your own CD and you have boxes of replicated and beautifully shrink-wrapped CDs stacked in your closet. Now the real work begins: you have to sell...

Many of us have come to a point where we don't feel like listening to anything in our music libraries. By that time, you're probably looking for something new, but what? Its not always easy...

Turning a profit as a band can be challenging. Just getting name recognition is an uphill battle from the start. Creating band merch stickers is one of the best ways to accomplish both tasks. A...

I want to be a Rock Star. Yes, I have always wanted to be one, ever since the day I picked up my first guitar. I was 10 at the time, and I could just see myself up there on stage, jamming, and...

Are you in a killer jam at band practice and all of the sudden.... SNAP!!! your string breaks, the jam stops, and everyone looks at you.... well now you will know how to fix that broken string in...

Touring is half the reason you started a band, right? A good tour is a crazy-fun road trip that pays for itself--and maybe even makes you money! But let's face it: you're going to be sharing...

So you wanna form a band and get your music on the Internet? I know, you see all your idols on stage on those video shows smashing away on their electric guitars and you imagine yourself, the rock...

This might be a more metaphysical topic, but I recently posed this question to myself: "Could I be a better mixer if I were a better listener, and vice versa?" In this profession it's so easy to...

You've worked this hard to get a band together an start making music, now's the time to start playing local shows. Live shows let you give your fans an experience that they'll never forget. You...

The Smashing Pumpkins were one of the biggest bands of 90's in part due to the massive guitar sound they created. The Smashing Pumpkins guitar sound is a combination of several components that...

A band that travels for shows needs to have all of its necessary equipment to put on a performance. This equipment is vital and should be accounted for at all times. It is essential inventory and...

Band flyers help you advertise a show to people who may have never heard of your band and to those who already recognize the name. These flyers can be put on a website or printed and then placed...

A music press release alerts media outlets that an artist is will be performing or is preparing a new endeavor, such as launching an album or embarking a tour. A release is usually accompanied by...

So you've got a band and a Cd and a following, but you just can't seem to sell out a show. This is what you have to do to make sure you sell out a concert every time.

As an artist, it’s important that you utilize Web 2.0 to engage your fans by allowing them to connect with you in ways artists couldn’t just 5 years ago. Every social network you’re not a part of...

Do you want to become a rock star so that you can party constantly , be chased by sexy groupies and get paid big bucks in the process? If so then please know that it is possible to become a rock...

Country and pop superstar Taylor Swift had a debut album with five singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, two albums in the top ten at the end of 2008 and an album (Fearless) that...

You might be a songwriter or a singer or a musician, and you feel like you need to advance your career by moving to Nashville Music City USA. How many of us dream of being successful with our...

Ok, I'm obviously not a rockstar! Even though it will probably never happen, these are some tips for those who have the time, money, and patience. Being a rockstar is not that hard if you are...

Breaking into the Nashville Music Scene starts with moving to Music City U.S.A. That task alone can be a daunting challenge. You may try to capture that elusive recording contract by visiting...

Meeting your favorite musician isn't impossible. Depending on how popular they are, some can be tougher than others to meet and greet. But most people never even try! Here are some tips on how to...

Listening to radio stations online for free may be the new opportunity for radio stations and fans of radio alike. Read on to learn our take on how to listen to free radio online.

Websites are created everyday by average people like you and me who have something to say or show. Music has really become a gigantic hit on the web. People generally find out and listen to new...

You think you've got what it takes to endure an authentic Slaytanic Slaughter? If you think that a Slaytanic Slaughtering sounds like a joke, mister you're dead wrong. Continue on to receive your...

An open mic is a perfect venue for a fledgling musical performer. If you have a lot of experience playing and/or singing and private, and would like to share your talent with an audience, consider...

Band members sometimes get carried away and buy more audio gear than they need. In reality, most band members need only a few pieces of high quality music equipment. If you get distracted by...

All performers are interested in building their audience. Performing in local, national and international music festivals is a great way to gain exposure and build your audience.

Band? Check. Gig? Check. Now it's time to get paid for all of the sweat and tears you've rocked out through the night while on-stage. But how can you ensure that your band is getting paid a...

Britney Spears either has nine lives like a cat, or there may be something more sinister going on. Like the fact that she is a Zombie i.e. one of the walking dead. It's fine if you don't...

We all have fears, we are only human. My biggest fear was singing in front of people, I was so afraid of being judged. At the same time, singing was my passion and outlet from life. Here are my...