2014’s Best Boutique Guitar Pedals

No guitar/bass pedal is going to make you a better musician. But they sure are a lot of fun. And in the hands (or under the feet) of someone who…

How to Tactfully Kick Someone Out of Your Band

In one way, band members are like roommates -- you share a space, financial responsibilities and trust that they will respect your stuff, or at least not screw with it…

The 5 People You Meet on Tour

It really isn’t that small a world. You can drive across America for weeks and weeks with new scenery every night. But no matter what direction you head, or what…

5 Ways to Be Better At Bandcamp

It used to be making your own website. Then everyone was throwing their music up on Myspace. And now Bandcamp has become the place where bands promote themselves. Or at…

5 Awesome Gifts For Musicians | CreativeLive Holiday Picks

Hunting for a great gift for the creative person in your life? Need something that’s in their wheelhouse but not totally predictable? Completely stumped about what they might like? We’ve…

How To Keep The Sound Guy From Ruining Your Show

No matter how good you think your live show is, the sound guy/gal doesn’t care. Regardless of whether or not the crowd connected with your music or you played your…