Author name: Josh McKenzie

How Do You Overcome Performance Anxiety As A Musician Many of us face performance anxiety, which can badly affect our playing ability. Performance anxiety is common in musical performances, driven by fear of mistakes, judgment, and high expectations. In this article I’ll provide practical tips to overcome performance anxiety through deep breathing exercises, visualisation techniques, […]

How To Know If You Should Hire A Manager For Your Music Band Many musicians reach a point when booking gigs and managing the band become overwhelming tasks. Hiring the right manager can help boost a band’s music career through better industry contacts, smarter marketing, and organised scheduling. This guide explains clear signals to look

How To Write Music Artist Bio Many musicians find it tricky to write music artist bio details that clearly tell their story and catch attention. Yet an effective musician bio is often the first thing fans, venue owners or playlist curators see when deciding whether to listen more closely. This guide offers clear tips for

How To Set Music Marketing Budget Most musicians feel pressure around money. A clear music marketing budget reduces that stress and gets results. Industry data shows a sensible target, 30 to 40 percent of project costs spent on promotion. This guide explains how to build a simple music marketing plan, choose strong channels, and track

How Do You Prepare For A Live Show As A Musician Trying to prepare live show as a musician can feel stressful, especially for a first gig. Yet live performances allow musicians to showcase their talent and passion while connecting with fans. This guide offers essential tips and ways to prepare effectively, from rehearsal strategies

How To Become A Music Blogger Many musicians dream of sharing their passion online, but struggle to know how to start a music blog. This post provides simple steps on choosing a memorable blog name, setting up blog platform and creating engaging content like music reviews and artist interviews. Keep reading to learn exactly how

How To Get A Job In The Music Industry Many people dream of landing a job in the music industry, but struggle to know where to start. The good news is there’s now a wide variety of careers in the music industry, not just for performers but also roles behind-the-scenes—from event management and marketing to

How To Keep Your Bandmates Happy Keeping band members happy and working well together can be tricky for any musician. A recent study found bands who clearly define roles and goals stay together longer. This blog offers easy tips for keeping a positive vibe, good communication, and ensuring everyone in the band feels valued. Read

What To Look For In A Record Deal Many musicians dream to get signed to a record label but feel confused by complex contract terms. A recent study showed that many artists regret signing poor deals due to unclear clauses and low royalties. This blog will explain clearly what to look for in a record

How To Get Influencers To Promote Your Music Many musicians struggle to get their music heard, even after putting effort into their creations. On platforms like TikTok, Instagram or even Facebook influencer marketing helps new artists go viral and reach huge audiences quickly. This article gives simple, practical steps to find influencers and promote your