A quiet listening culture takes shape around place, presence, and sound Organic ambient describes music that sits ...

Independent artists often spend countless hours trying to “crack the Spotify code.” Many experiment with the DIY route, plead with curators for playlist placements, or turn to third-party promotion ...

The music industry has seen its fair share of trends, with streaming platforms becoming the go-to for listeners everywhere. But for musicians vying for the spotlight in this crowded arena, there needs ...

Everything starts with mindset. For Brandie Brainerd, owner of Brandie B Writes Songs, a music instruction and production business in Dayton, that mindset begins with a morning ritual. She asks ...

The music industry had been in a slow state of decline in the early days of mass internet adoption. It had already had to deal with the threats of tapes being copied and pirated CDs being burned and ...

Carving out a sustainable career as an independent musician is no easy feat. The competition is fierce, support can be hard to find, and earning a living without the financial help of a major record ...

When it comes to music theory, the debate rages on between two distinct camps of players. On one side, there are those who dismiss it entirely, deeming it unnecessary on their musical journey. On the ...

Back in January, J’cuuzi became the first act to perform on the Chess Club patio. Vocalist Gorge Bones, opening her denim jumpsuit to reveal her bare chest, hung over the railing and crowd surfed, ...

As a songwriter and performer, Mike Nesmith generally used both his head and heart when making career decisions. This method generally worked well for the Texas native. After leaving The Monkees in ...