Author name: Josh McKenzie

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

How To Make Money As A Music Producer Many music producers struggle to earn steady income from their skills, despite loving what they do. In fact, successful music producers often have multiple sources of income beyond just making songs. This article shares easy and clear ways to make money as a music producer: from selling

How To Plan A DIY Tour Without A Booking Agent Booking a music tour without a booking agent might seem tough for an independent artist planning live shows. Many musicians are now organising successful tours themselves, picking venues, reaching out to promoters, and managing travel plans independently. This guide offers practical steps on how bands

How To Protect Your Ears As A Musician Are you concerned that loud music could harm your hearing as a musician? I understand—it’s quite common to feel ear fatigue after gigs. In fact, musicians are four times more likely to experience noise-induced hearing loss, which is exactly what led me to look into ways of

How to Tell If People Like Your Music Are you wondering if people truly enjoy your music or are just being polite? I know how tricky it can feel, questioning if listeners genuinely like my tracks. After some careful research, I realised streaming numbers alone don’t always tell the full story. So here I’ll show

How To Negotiate Payment For A Gig As A Musician Negotiating your gig fees can feel nerve-racking and stressful for many musicians. In fact, lots of freelance performers find negotiating payments uncomfortable and challenging. This guide will show clear steps and proven tips on negotiating better pay for performances—helping musicians get more confident when discussing