The Rockstar Illusion

Close your eyes and think of the average night of your favorite artist? They’re probably having the time of their (and your) life. They also seem to have a superpower of being immune to the consequential effects of extreme and constant hedonism… I want to point out that this is all in your head!

Stage banter: How to win your audience over between songs

Stage banter: How to win your audience over between songs Do you know what the difference is between stand-up comics and a musician is? They tell jokes, you play music. That’s about it… ok, obviously that’s not the only thing, but I’m driving…

In the name of collaboration

I would venture to say that everyone has someone they can work well with! Just think about this, if someone can work with Morrissey and make the incredible band The Smiths, objectively Morrissey’s best work, then you can stand to work with a few different people and see what you can come up with together!

What’s The Next Step?

…something that I have found biblically destructive. The thought, I’ve wasted this year…

To The 99% – From One Of Your Own

Let me put this in bold letters because you need to hear this. You are not a failure, the reason you haven’t become famous is not because you’re not doing enough. Before we start, I want you to find a mirror (or use your phone selfie feature) and ask yourself this question.  “I will neverContinue reading “To The 99% – From One Of Your Own”

On Gatekeepers

Trying to get to the next level? You need someone to help you get there! Duh. What do Spotify playlists and open mic nights have in common? Gatekeepers and Key masters. Let’s go find out where Zuul is.

Get More Work – 9 Ways To Be More Professional

If you notice a lack of professionalism in somebody and you keep using that person and getting frustrated, that is not on them that is on you.

The Right Hand, The Important Hand – Tricks To Improve Rhythm

The rhythm hand deserves some extra love! Stop telling yourself that someone will take care of the heavy lifting with guitar. Stop being the weak link in the band. Learn to play the damn guitar! It’s nothing complicated, so don’t feel overwhelmed. You just need to dedicate a little additional focus on specific techniques.

How to Talk with your Sound Guy

It’s time to extend that olive branch with the most essential member of your band – The sound guy.