Journal
Eric Milos·February 25, 2020
As an independent artist, one of the best ways to gain exposure and monetize your work is through licensing. With several different licenses available, it s vital to understand what is and isn t allowed with each one. Ma…
Read More →Eric Milos·December 17, 2019
The digital revolution has changed the landscape of the music industry, with most consumption coming through Spotify, Pandora and other streaming services. So how do you navigate this online world to get your music out t…
Read More →Eric Milos·December 3, 2019
As an independent artist, you re always looking for ways to expand the reach of your product. Thanks to the power of digital airwaves, playlisting can grow your audience exponentially in a relatively short amount of time…
Read More →Eric Milos·November 19, 2019
Few innovations in the music industry have polarized artists and audiences as much as Auto-Tune. CNN hailed it as the invention that changed music forever, while a popular track from Jay-Z s album The Blueprint 3 declare…
Read More →Eric Milos·November 5, 2019
What does the term independent artist mean to you? Do you believe you can or should handle all aspects of your career by yourself? In reality, juggling a wide range of diverse responsibilities makes it difficult to focus…
Read More →Eric Milos·January 29, 2019
Since the 1960s, Rhodes pianos have been used by a veritable who s-who of legendary musicians. Thanks to our recent acquisition, you too can record on a Rhodes Mark 1 73 at Clear Lake Recording Studios. History of Rhodes…
Read More →Eric Milos·December 6, 2018
As you prepare your recordings for distribution, you ll probably hear people talk about ISRC codes. Don t worry, they re not as secret as they sound! Here s what you need to know about ISRC codes and why they matter. Wha…
Read More →Eric Milos·November 19, 2018
So you ve recorded your tracks and completed mixing, editing and all the other finishing touches. Your first EP or album is ready to go, and you re chomping at the bit to get it out to the listeners. As the saying goes, …
Read More →Eric Milos·October 29, 2018
While making music is a labor of love for most musicians, day-to-day life requires more practical considerations. What is a realistic expectation of independent artist money sources available to musicians today? Future o…
Read More →Eric Milos·July 16, 2018
At one time, the organ was known principally as an instrument used in churches. Over time, the electric organ has become a vital element of a wide range of musical styles, from jazz and rhythm and blues to rock and regga…
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