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ProductionA Gaming Sync Guide: How to Make Music for Video Games
Want to make music for video game sync placement? Check out our guide on how to create the perfect soundtrack to accompany video games and amplify the gaming experience.
IndustryA Guide to LinkedIn for Musicians
LinkedIn might not be your first port of call when trying to find new fans, but that doesn't mean it's not a useful place to develop your music community. Find out how to expand your music industry contact network and develop your career with LinkedIn!
Live9 Best Vocal Warm Ups to Improve Your Singing
Warming up your vocals with vocal exercises is an essential part of making your performance the best it can sound, and also maintaining your own vocal health too.
Live8 Tips for Musicians Touring Abroad
All the advice you need for playing live overseas!
Songwriting8 Easiest Instruments to Learn for Musicians on a Budget
Want to learn an instrument but not sure where to start? Check out our list of the 8 easiest musical instruments to learn for musicians on a budget - complete with our tips on the best products to get your career started.
Production7 Audio Mixing Techniques Every Producer Needs to Know
EQ. Reverb. Delay. With so many mixing terms floating about, it's important to know what everything means and how they can all work into your own music. Here are 7 mixing techniques every producer should be familiar with.
Promotion5 Important Rules When You Submit Music To Blogs
Do you want to get your new track featured on your favourite music blog? Whether you’re submitting your music to iconic sites or small indie blogs, you need to make a good first impression.
Promotion5 Ways to Make a Band Website That Works
An attractive, easy-to-navigate website is an essential part of any musician’s online presence. It’s a place to showcase yourself, sell tickets and plug your music to new and existing fans.
Production3 Audio Panning Techniques To Set Fire To Your Mix
Ready to crank up the heat on your next mix? Then you’ll need to know about audio panning. Read our tips to set fire to your mix!
Songwriting3 Song Structure Templates for Beginner Songwriters
Use our tried and tested songwriting templates to help spark your creativity and write your next big hit. Turning your initial song ideas into fully-fledged tracks that people will love to listen to!
Industry5 Essential Tips for Sharing & Renting Music Equipment
Renting and sharing your music equipment can be a great way to save money as an independent musician. But as with anything, this comes with Pros and Cons. Learn more about the benefits - and potential drawbacks - of sharing your musical gear with other bands.
Promotion10 Ways To Get More Playlist Followers On Spotify
You’ve made a great playlist and you’re really excited about it! But you want other music lovers to listen to it, right? Here's how.
Promotion3 Awesome Email Templates for Musicians to Send Fans
Set up your emails in style with our 3 artist to fan email templates.
Industry10 Tips for Successful Music Collaboration
Music collaboration offers a great way to make new connections and reach new fans. Kwaver's Jimmy Bortolo offers his 10 top tips for finding and working with other musicians.
Production10 Important Music Production Tips for Beginners
Discover 10 tips to help you take your first steps into music production and accelerate your progress. Going from zero to music production hero is hard, but we're here to help flatten that learning curve!
Industry10 Cool Band Merch Ideas To Sell at Gigs & Online
If you aren't already selling merch at your gigs, then what are you waiting for?! We've compiled a list of 10 great ways you can sell your band's merch to fans and make more money through your music.
Promotion10 Essential Social Media Tips For Musicians and Bands
Learn to stand out on socials! Follow our top 10 essential tips that you need to be using to make your music stand out on social media and grow your audience online.