Create a Professional-Looking Website and Online Presence
While social platforms are vital for outreach, you should also build a website and online presence for your band. Invest in a modern, visually impactful...
Promote Your Band Actively on Social Media
At every opportunity, promote your band actively on social media. In today’s music landscape, cultivating an active social media presence is absolutely essential, even for...
Build Stage Presence by Performing Live as Often as Possible
No amount of practice can build stage presence like performing live. Seek out every possible opportunity to play shows, even unofficial ones like parties or...
Record Demos and Listen Critically for Areas to Improve
Record demos as a useful tool for objectively analyzing your performances and production. Set up a basic home recording rig to frequently capture your latest...
Write Original Songs and Experiment with Different Genres
Write original songs regularly to continually expand your repertoire and evolve your sound. Write original songs to keep your band’s repertoire fresh and evolving. Regularly...
Develop a Unique Sound and Style
In a world where everything seems to have been done before, how can you develop a unique sound and style? While studying your influences is...
Learn to Play Together as a Cohesive Unit
Why is it important for a band to learn to play together? A band is greater than the sum of its individual members. Work on...
Practice Regularly and Set Goals for Improvement
Consistent practice is crucial for any band wanting to seriously develop their skills and tightness. Set aside dedicated times weekly for full-band rehearsals, and treat...
The Story Behind the Song mIRC
This is the story behind the song mIRC which my band AcidRadius currently performs on special occasions. The song is also referred to as IRC...
Delayed Review of the Boss DD-7 Digital Delay Pedal
I was sold the first time my friend Jean Paul Verona slammed a Boss Digital Delay pedal in front of me. And he gave it...