Mecca for Musicians

Over the years, I have heard many of my students ponder the age-old question: "Where should I move after I graduate?" Ten years ago, the answer was "Los Angeles, New York, or Nashville." I think most people agree that this is no longer the only answer, but are there still certain areas that are music "Meccas?"

A new study has come out that provides some interesting data. The original article is here, and Hypebot provides an analysis of it here.

While this may not provide definitive answers, I think the results are intriguing. I was happy to see that Boston was in the top ten of the "Bands With Fans" list! Don't forget to read the comments on both posts as well. I'd be interested to hear your comments here, if you have the time. 

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Original Article

Hypebot Analysis

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More Words of Wisdom from Mr. Reznor

Several months ago, I posted a video where Trent Reznor gave some advice to new artists about how to "get heard." This morning, he posted his thoughts on the subject on the Nine Inch Nails forum. While he essentially says the same thing, he expands on it a bit, and it's worth reading. Watch the comments as well. I assume he will answer some of them as the day goes on.

my thoughts on what to do as a new / unknown artist

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Blast From the Past

One of my all-time favorite bands, Cheap Trick, is resurrecting the 8-track format for their new album "The Latest." Hmm, I wonder if my mom still has her old 8-track player.....

Cheap Trick brings back the 8-track - The Globe and Mail

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The Loudness Wars: The Debate Continues

I have commented before on the modern propensity to over-compress recordings, something which I am guilty of as well. My friend @mattsearles posted this on Twitter yesterday. I haven't had a chance to listen to the podcast yet, but the written post summarizes a discussion with some notable producers and mixing engineers, in which they share their thoughts on this phenomenon.

Bowers & Wilkins Lab

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