10 Ways To Improve Your Music Promotion
Whether you’re a novice finding your footing, or a well-established performer, promoting your music effectively is crucial for you on your journey as an artist. It’s a vital process that helps you gain visibility, find your community and build a fan base. From social media to radio ads, meet and greets to launch parties, there can be a lot of pressure to create the perfect roll-out - but it...read more ❯
Getting Your Music Sync Ready
Music synchronization is a vital process that encompasses the seamless integration of music with visual media to enhance storytelling and evoke powerful emotions. As a music creator, your role is to meticulously align the rhythm, melody, and mood of a composition with the visual elements of a film, television show, advertisement, or any other media project. This intricate art form requires a deep...read more ❯
Music Revenue Streams for Songwriters
In today's rapidly evolving music industry, songwriters have more opportunities than ever to monetize their creations. Gone are the days when relying solely on record sales could sustain a songwriter's career. In this blog, we will delve into the exciting world of music revenue streams available to songwriters, empowering them to maximize their earnings and reach new audiences.
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Shining a Light on Mental Health Awareness in the Creative Industry
Written by: Aaliyah Huggins
In Trinidad and Tobago, the creative industry is often regarded as a hub of innovation, imagination, and self-expression. From visual arts to music, film to writing, individuals in this industry are driven by their passion to bring ideas to life. However, behind the scenes, there is a growing concern that often remains hidden from the spotlight - mental health...read more ❯
Seven Career paths for a Caribbean Music Producer
Music production is a thriving industry in the Caribbean, with a rich history and diverse range of styles and genres. From reggae to soca, dancehall to zouk, Caribbean music has influenced popular culture around the world. If you are passionate about music and interested in pursuing a career as a music producer in the Caribbean, there are a variety of paths you can take. Here are seven career...read more ❯
ChatGPT and the Music Industry
ChatGPT and the Music Industry
ChatGPT is a ridiculously powerful tool that has certainly taken the world by storm. It is changing the way we work and how we do business and the music industry is no exception. With its advanced capabilities in language processing and machine learning, ChatGPT can be used in several ways to enhance the music industry.
Much of the earlier conversations...read more ❯
Who’s The Best Music Distributor for YOU?
Introduction
The process of choosing a distributor for your music can be tedious. For those of us creating music here in Trinidad and Tobago, and by extension the Caribbean, we know that getting our music out there the right way can seem like a daunting task. So here’s what, let’s make it a bit easier for you - that’s what we’re here for!
There’s obviously a lot to consider, but...read more ❯
7 Rules of Sponsorship in the Music Industry
The Dream
So you went to the studio, laid down those lyrics like the boss that you are and now have your ‘bess track’ in hand. Ladies and Gentlemen this is the ONE, if you know what I mean! No simple shopping to radio stations and passing it to yuh DJ friends, no siree you going pass first, second and third base and making it all the way, to FINALLY making that MUSIC VIDEO! Wait!...read more ❯
How to Apply To Music Festivals And Showcases
So, you’ve been gigging around in the local bars and maybe done a small tour up the islands to Barbados and St. Lucia but you’re ready to take your career to the next level. You’ve got a handful of original tunes, a few hundred thousand streams of your latest release, and a small but dedicated fanbase who can’t seem to get enough of what you’re doing, maybe it’s time to step into the...read more ❯
SXSW 2022 Review: T&T in Austin
SXSW 2022 Review: T&T in Austin
Written by: Melissa Jimenez
South by Southwest (SXSW) also referred to as 'South By' (SX) is one of the largest creative conferences and festivals in North America boasting an average of 400,000 attendees. It takes place in Austin, Texas every year during the month of March and focuses on three key areas: Music, Film and Interactive (tech, gaming, art,...read more ❯
