The Vocalist Magazine - SPRING 2017

This Is How I Made It

Bruno Mars was born Peter Gene Hernandez on October 8, 1985, in Honolulu, Hawaii, one of six children from a musical family.

How To Mic The Voice - Technology And Characteristics

Voice is probably the most recognizable sound source of all and we can easily detect whether it sounds authentic or not.

How to Build A Brand Empire Like Nicki Minaj

Whether you know her from her quadruple-platinum album, her Pink Friday fragrance, her M.A.C. lipstick, her OPI nail polish, or as a judge on “American Idol,” chances are you’ve heard of Nicki Minaj by now. She is taking the world by storm, and by no coincidence. Nicki Minaj is a smart, savvy business woman, and here are some quotes straight from the Barbie herself to prove it.

So What Do You Do Again?

A Guide to Roles in the Music Industry.

Shania Twain

Canadian singer-songwriter Shania Twain found success by combining country and pop music. She became an international star following the release of her 1997 album ‘Come On Over.’

The Bruno Mars Guide To Quickly Growing A Massive Audience Of Raving Fans

Secret #1: Stay in School Bruno Mars has been a longtime student of musical greats, and what they did to delight their audiences.

How To Properly Advance Your Shows

Advance the show!What does advancing the show mean? It means calling or emailing your point person for the evening about a week prior to the show and confirming every detail for the night: load in time and location, sound check time, parking, door time, show time, openers, compensation, drink/food deal, guest list spots, lodging situation, your day-of contact person’s cell phone number, who the front of house sound engineer is for the evening, who you should settle up with at the end of the night to get paid, and any other information they need to know about your night (VIP backstage hangs, extra lights you’re bringing in, seated or standing show).

How To Best Prepare For Your Gig

Playing your own music under your own name (or stage name) is an incredibly satisfying experience. However, it’s also a lot of work to put together and promote a big gig, and have all the responsibility fall on you. Organization is key if you’re putting together your own show. There’s much more to do tan just promote. From my experience leading groups and workinhg with group leaders who were incredibly organized (or not), here’s a basic checklist of the crucial communication and organization elements I’ve picked up.

Highlights Of The Festival Of Nuits D'Afrique: 7 Nights 7 Artists

The International Festival Nuits d’Afrique celebrated their 30th years extravagantly.

4 Best Strategies To Streamline Follow Up

Do your research first, then send to a targeted 5-10 prospective venue bookers, media or industry professional at one time.