The 5 Best Cities to Live In for Musicians

Whether it’s rock, country, bluegrass, or alternative, there are cities all over the country that take center stage when it comes to music. So, for those musicians looking for an active music scene, the following five cities will surely fit the bill. Not only do these destinations take music to heart, they’ve also been known to launch a few music careers as well. (Note: Just to be fair, we didn’t include New York)
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Gigging Musicians: What Vehicle is Right For You?

So, you and the band have reached the point where you’re ready to go out on tour. It’s difficult not to daydream about stepping on to your own private jet full of adoring groupies as you are whisked off to your next venue. Sounds good, but perhaps you should start at the beginning.  Let’s just concentrate on how to get to the next Howard Johnson’s gig and see where it goes from there.

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Precautions Every Professional Musician Should Take

If you’re reading this blog, chances are you take music very seriously. Music is your craft, and the amount of money you invest into your instruments, sound and recording equipment is nothing compared to the time it takes to write, perform and earn a living. Still, music equipment can be expensive and taking the right precautions in order to protect that equipment is a necessary part of being a professional recording musician. Check out these tips to protect your equipment and stay safe between gigs.

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