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• In Praise of the Shure SM57 and SM58

  

  From 'The Elvis Mic' to the SM57 and SM58, Shure have mics in pretty much every studio everywhere. Jacob Morris talks about (and compares) some old friends. Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2013 MUSIC

• Review: Katy Perry – PRISM

  

  Having one of the most important pop albums ever to live up to, Katy Perry has given us PRISM. Read Chaz McKinney's track by track take on Perry's 2013 LP. Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2013 MUSIC

• Avoiding Metronome Bleed in Your Recordings

  

  Unwanted bleed in recordings can be a frustrating, multifaceted issue. Thankfully, metronomes are relatively simple to tame with a little preparation. Read more

  Posted on 21 October 2013 MUSIC

• VIDEO: China Rats – N.O.M.O.N.E.Y.

  

  Sounds in the vein of The Kinks, Buzzcocks and even Sham 69, here's the innovative video for the China Rats' first single, 'N.O.M.O.N.E.Y.'. EP out Monday. Read more

  Posted on 11 October 2013 MUSIC

• How to Get Your Music on Google Play (and Why You Should)

  

  Upload your music to the Google Play Music All Access store, the tongue-twisting sales and streaming service is a fantastic channel for marketing music. Read more

  Posted on 10 October 2013 MUSIC

• Review: Screaming Fields – Six Songs by Screaming Fields

  

  In no uncertain terms, Six Songs by Screaming Fields is amazing. It is dirty, it is heavy, it is sophisticated, it is exciting and it is dangerous. Read more

  Posted on 29 September 2013 MUSIC

• Kiss Printing Contest – Free Prints for Bands (Only 5 Days Left)

  

  Win 100 free posters for your band (worldwide) and extra exposure for your music from Kiss Printing - Only 5 days left, so enter now! Read more

  Posted on 20 September 2013 MUSIC

• Review: Satchmode – ‘Old Fears’

  

  'Old Fears', Satchmode’s introductory track is one that deserves your attention almost certainly more than any other electronic act of the year. Read more

  Posted on 19 September 2013 MUSIC

• Video: Alex Blood & The Diggers

  

  From the muddy midlands of the United Kingdom comes Alex Blood & The Diggers. Stepping over the grassy divide between rap and roots rock, Alex’s lippy... Read more

  Posted on 13 September 2013 MUSIC

• How to Say No to TV Shows (with Jim Bob of Carter USM)

  

  Never Mind The Buzzcocks invited Jim Bob of Carter The Unstoppable Sex Machine to be part of the "ID Parade". Read his manager's 'thanks, but no thanks' reply. Read more

  Posted on 13 September 2013 MUSIC

• Discover: Gaytheist

  

  A tense, noise-rock incarnation of recent retro rock bands, Gaytheist are a 3-piece band from Portland, Oregon that shake, rattle and roll. Read more

  Posted on 29 August 2013 MUSIC

• What is the Difference Between the Talk Box, Vocoders and Autotune?

  

  Pitch correction has gone from a handy studio tool to a radio staple. Jacob explains the technical differences between talk boxes, vocoders and autotune. Read more

  Posted on 29 August 2013 MUSIC

• What Does ‘muddy’ Sound Mean? How Can I Avoid Muddiness?

  

  'Muddy' is a derogatory term for sounds that have a lot of low frequency content in them - Jacob Morris talks about how to avoid muddiness in your mixes. Read more

  Posted on 28 August 2013 MUSIC

• Email Marketing for Musicians with Mailchimp: Tips and Tricks

  

  Using Mailchimp for marketing your band? Good thinking. Here are some vital tips and tricks to build bigger lists, run tests and automate. Read more

  Posted on 08 August 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Japan Soul – ‘Hey Yah Hey’ Video

  

  Understated sax, sprightly bass guitar and punchy, sophisticated percussion, the three Brooklyn boys known as Japan Soul better hurry up with their debut. Read more

  Posted on 06 August 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Review: Van Stee – We Are

  

  We Are, the debut album by Van Stee is an engaging and danceable recording full of charming little intricacies and colourful flair. Read more

  Posted on 29 July 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Email Marketing for Musicians with Mailchimp: Setup and Send

  

  Mailchimp email marketing for musicians means keeping your biggest fans up to date with your music news while also re-targeting casual listeners. Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Public Service Broadcasting – Live Review

  

  Live Review (17 July 2013): Public Service Broadcasting lace up the past and present in a package that is anything but an outdated anachronism. Read more

  Posted on 23 July 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Find Music Blogs and Get Your Music Reviewed

  

  Don't get drowned out: Submit to music review websites and get feedback on your album, EP, singles or music video while improving your online clout! Read more

  Posted on 10 July 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC

• Joel Sarakula – ‘Matchstick Girl’ Video

  

  Released in March this year, 'Matchstick Girl' by the Australian Joel Sarakula is like a drip-feed of wistful joie de vivre. Or painful remorse. Read more

  Posted on 30 June 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, MUSIC