The Professional Musician’s Code of Conduct

The Professional Musician’s Code of Conduct

by | Jun 25, 2019 | 12 comments

Image is everything in the music business. And I’m not just talking about artists. It’s important for everyone — artists, songwriters, musicians, composers, lyricists, producers, etc. Before a publisher, record label, music supervisor, blogger, playlist...
Slow Down To Speed Up

Slow Down To Speed Up

by | Mar 20, 2018 | 11 comments

We live in a face-paced society where everyone seems to want everything RIGHT NOW, if not yesterday. “Lose 30 pounds in 30 days!” “Get 10,000 fans in 1 week!” “Make a Million dollars in 15 minutes!…while you...
Getting Out of a Double-Booking Gracefully

Getting Out of a Double-Booking Gracefully

by | Oct 11, 2017 | 1 comment

One of the things that makes booking gigs overwhelming to some people is that there are a LOT of variables. That means there’s a lot to learn, a lot to “handle,” and a lot of points in the process where something can potentially go wrong. That’s why, for teaching...
Time To Get Out Of Your Silo: We Need Human Contact!

Time To Get Out Of Your Silo: We Need Human Contact!

by | Jul 21, 2017 | 4 comments

The Summer NAMM trade show and convention just ended here in Nashville this past weekend.  If you’re not familiar with NAMM, on the whole, it’s a big gathering of music gear manufacturers showing off their latest goodies to dealers and potential consumers....
Goodbye, Glass Ceiling…?

Goodbye, Glass Ceiling…?

by | Jun 14, 2017 | 2 comments

There has been a lot of talk in our society lately about gender equality and the roles of women and men. As a music producer and engineer, is has been a fascinating experience watching those roles evolve in my industry over the past 35 years. Way Back When When I...