Dan Melnick In the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry, vinyl records have staged a remarkable comeback. In an era dominated by digital streaming platforms, the allure of vinyl's tactile and immersive experience has captured the hearts of music enthusiasts worldwide. Today, we dive into the world of vinyl record production, exploring a variety of unique methods that independent artists and music aficionados can embrace to bring their music to life in physical form. The Vinyl Resurgence: Reconnecting with Music Vinyl records offer a visceral and tangible connection with music that d ..read more

Dan Melnick In today's fast-paced music industry, staying versatile and continuously adding new skills to your repertoire is essential for DJs, producers, singers, and songwriters. Luckily, Point Blank Music School is here to make that process both easy and exciting. Imagine being able to effortlessly mix tracks, produce your own music, write catchy melodies, or even master the business side of the music industry from anywhere in the world. Look no further, Point Blank Online, is here for you. With over nearly 15 years of world-class online education, at Point Blank you have the option of stu ..read more

Posted by Jesse Chemtob It happens to everyone. Today I want to talk about a common struggle we all face: beatblock. We've all experienced those moments when opening up our DAW of choice (I’m an FL warrior personally) feels daunting, and inspiration seems to elude us. But fear not, my friends! I've compiled a list of techniques that help me find inspiration and overcome this creative hurdle. So, let's dive in and get those beats flowing again! Make an arpeggio outlining a chord progression One of my go-to methods for starting a new project is to create an arpeggio based on a chord progressi ..read more

   As a musician, having a supercharged link in bio is an absolute necessity. Having a single link tied to all of your platforms makes connecting with your fans a lot easier, but how do you know which link in bio platform is right for you?  Music Marketing expert and author Jesse Canon tested several link in bio options built for musicians. We’ll share why he believes Koji is the best link in bio for musicians,  instrumentalists, producers, and artists and dive into some unique features a Koji link in bio brings to the table.  1. First Impressions Are Everything  ..read more

  As we all begin to return to some sense of “normalcy” after COVID-19, many people, across many different industries, are still figuring out how to best navigate the post-pandemic landscape. This is especially true for musicians. We know --  all too well -- the difficulties that the pandemic has posed for artists, bands, and musicians who’ve made full careers out of live performance. We also recognize the hardships faced by the newcomers who had their first opportunities to perform live taken away. There have undoubtedly been plenty of losses for the music industry. But with losses ..read more

    As of 2021, all we seem to hear about are TikTok trends and the latest viral video on Instagram. Long gone are the days when artists would have to actually go out and promote an event by posting flyers on busy streets and hoping people would show up.  Instead, it seems like everything on the internet blows up quickly with one push of a button, so how can you make sure your music stands out from the rest? This is where having a specific brand comes in handy. Creating a sense of cohesion in your art and your persona is extremely beneficial to expanding your audience and getti ..read more

  It’s not new information that we’ve all been stuck inside for a year and some change. Some have taken their newfound free time to better themselves, find a new hobby, or get into shape. For others though, the quarantine came with an increase in depression, anxiety, and financial burdens. Musicians especially had a hard time adjusting to a world without live music, which many depended on as a main or supplementary source of income. Sure, there were virtual concerts and extra time to write and record, but as an artist, performing live is what makes all the hard work worth it. Various stu ..read more

  TLDR: It’s legit. Just make sure that your music is pretty good, or you’ll struggle to promote it to a large audience. We’ve all seen an ad from Boost Collective at least once or twice. Usually, it’s some bozo jumping and yelling about promoting your music. Is Boost Collective worth it though? I don’t want you to spend your dollars testing, so I went ahead and did it myself  - so that you don’t have to. This deep dive is  a long read, so grab some popcorn! See, having a team by your side is essential for growth. Even indie artists Russ himself has a team of managers, designer ..read more

      As 2020 comes to an end and you think about your goals for next year, we've been thinking about how musicians have worked on moving their careers forward during the time of COVID-19. We reached out to a few different independent bands and artists to find out more about life as a performer during a global pandemic. This week we had the pleasure of chatting with artist ESS SEE about her experience and career. ESS SEE is Brooklyn-based singer songwriter Sarah Carbonetti. Carbonetti began creating demos in 2009 alone in her bedroom at night—honing in on uniquely addictive and ..read more

As 2020 comes to an end and you think about your goals for next year, we've been thinking about how musicians have worked on moving their careers forward during the time of COVID-19. We reached out to a few different independent bands and artists to find out more about life as a performer during a global pandemic. This week we had the pleasure of chatting with singer/songwriter Kiarrah about her experience and career.  Kiarrah Ireland (Kiki Ireland), proudly representing her hometown of Edmonton, the singer-songwriter first began gaining traction by sharing a variety of emotive and eclec ..read more