Bands & Artists

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...

To steps to get a job in the music industry or the music business can seem overwhelming. Modern Revival Media is here to assist bands in all facets of their music career and helps artists deal...

The goal of Modern Revival Media is to assist bands in helping themselves in all facets of their careers, from the basement to the touring van. Finding the right band members may be the most...

Serious musicians know that a drummer is only as good as the size of his drum kit. Although the average setup contains only around six pieces, famous musicians have put together kits with much...

If style ever deserved a royalty check, then the late New York Dolls guitarist Johnny Thunders should have been "the richest cat on the planet," as his ex-bandmate, Sylvain Sylvain, once wryly...

Writing a biography about a musician can be a difficult and daunting task. Whether you are writing a book about a deceased musician or writing a biography for a living musician as a promotional...

Few rock drummers cast a more imposing footprint than Led Zeppelin's driving force, John Henry "Bonzo" Bonham, whose single-minded dexterity set new standards for generations to come. Achieving...

Writing the bio for a music artist can be tricky, but as an exercise in prose it is actually quite easy as long as you stick to verifiable facts and try to remain objective, writing a balanced...

Believe it or not, there are places online that will sell your music for a cut of the profits instead of charging a membership fee. This great idea for those who wish to sell music that they are...

Sell your music on online. Use Myspace to promote and sell your music online. If you have a Myspace band page, why not sell your music online as well? You can make money by selling your music...

Being a music producer takes a careful attention to detail and requires an understanding of the best way to put a song together. Find out how important it is for a band to have a good music...

Band managers make sure shows take place on time, help keep tours running smoothly, keep the band on schedule, and work as a buffer between the band and other people. Become a band manager to keep...

The best beginner guitars are Yamaha acoustic guitars and Fender electric guitars. The most important element is that the guitar feel good when playing. Consult the employees at a guitar shop for...

The best way to copyright music is to send in your album to the copyright office and either getting the whole album copyrighted or copyrighting individual songs. Avoid legal situations where music...

Make instrumental music by supplementing voice and lyrics with interesting, unique melody lines created by different instruments. Allow the listener to connect with instrumental music with ideas...

Writing music generally requires writing down lyrics to a song and recording the melody and chords to remember them. Create music by ear for rock-and-roll music with help from a musician and band...

Promote a concert by finding a venue, selling tickets, passing out fliers, handing out demo CDs and e-mailing friends and acquaintances. Use the Internet to help promote a music show with ideas...

Create a band logo using free software programs, focusing on the name of the band and picking the appropriate lettering and design. Make sure a band logo matches the style of music of the band...

When recording vocals for a song or band album, practice frequently, and warm up before going to the recording studio. Make sure you know what you are doing before going to record vocals with...

Make background music as the basis for a song by recording the drums, bass and guitar before adding different layers of sound to make the song more interesting. Consider adding a catchy guitar...

Choose a bass guitar by determining how frequently the guitar is going to be played and how much money can be invested into the instrument. Consider buying several different bass guitars for...

Hook up a guitar pedal to an amplifier by plugging in a cord connecting the guitar to the pedal, and then plugging in a cord from the pedal output to the amplifier input. Add a guitar pedal to an...

The most important step for becoming a singer is gaining the confidence to get up on a stage and sing in front of people. Consider hiring a vocal coach or joining a choir to gain singing...

To copyright a band name and music, send songs and an album to the copyright office, or start a Web site with the band name and song material. Safeguard your band name and music from being stolen...

Playing bass requires following the kick drum and matching what the guitar players are doing by figuring out the root note of each chord played by guitarists. Develop technical skills for playing...

To decorate a music room, consider putting up soundproof panels and decorating the room with inspirational photos and posters. Figure out what color works best when decorating a music room with...

Become a concert promoter by developing a charismatic personality, keeping a detailed list of contacts and getting to know as many people as possible. Get people into the doors at a show as a...

Become a band manager promoter by being friends with a band, starting at a management company and getting the band as much exposure as possible. Book a band to play gigs at any location that has...

Becoming a music promoter requires being good with people, visiting different venues to get gigs for bands, talking to radio stations and club owners about the band, and acting a manager in many...

To become a platinum recording artist, make connections with important people in the music industry, play a lot of shows, get songs on the Internet, and create a few catchy songs that are easy to...