Ever read the comic strip Tiger? In one of those strips years ago, the little boy Tiger and his kid brother are discussing their dog. The little brother claimed he’d taught the dog to whistle. Peering at the dog for a moment, Tiger declares, “I don’t hear him whistling.” To which the brother exclaims, “I […]
Archives for May 2014
4 Tips to Using a Microphone (the right way!)
by Backstage: Materials, Tools & Skills Greenroom: Leave a Comment
Oh, how distracting it can be! The singer holds the mic with both hands like they’re clinging to it for dear life. Another singer holds it right at the top and has it so close to them you can barely see their face. Then there are the “tappers” – the ones who keep a rhythm […]
Onstage Success Offers ReverbNation Opportunity
by Backstage: News & Shout Outs Greenroom: Leave a Comment
In order to help artists develop a captivating show, we’ve partnered with ReverbNation to offer a great Opportunity to 3 artists or bands! ReverbNation regularly offers their artists access to a wide variety of network and industry connections, with offers from bookings or airplay to promotional or development help. In this Opportunity from Onstage Success, winning […]
Don’t Play Without Knowing the Rules
by Backstage: Making it Your Own Greenroom: 6 Comments
We don’t like rules. We think rules limit us and box us in. We don’t like being told what to do. But what if there were no rules when you played a game? You get three strikes in the baseball game, but the other team decides they get five strikes whenever they’re up to bat. […]
FREE Website Design & Hosting from Section 101 – Act Now!
by Backstage: News & Shout Outs Greenroom: Leave a Comment
Your own website is a great place for exposure and developing your connection with fans. Whether it’s to stay connected with fans through blogs and newsletters, a place to sell your merch, or a way to reach out to potential fans who are looking for your style of music — your website is extremely important! […]
Getting Ready to Be Ready
by Backstage: Sneak Peek Greenroom: 1 Comment
You never know. You hear the stories from the artists who were ‘discovered’ at some random moment. Some A&R guy came to some random band, loved them and boom, a record deal was on the table. Granted, this doesn’t happen often anymore, but your audience is filled with potential fans who will be with you […]
Speak the Right Language
by Backstage: The Foundation Greenroom: Leave a Comment
An audience goes to a live show to see the artist, the band, the musician – to see people performing live. Maybe that seems obvious to you. But I want you to take a few minutes to really think about what that means. You see, your audience relates to the human side of you. What […]
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Amy Wolter on Three Things Keyboard Players Can Do
Glad to hear this Vee. Yes, it’s a process and takes some...Vee Patrick on Three Things Keyboard Players Can Do
I have seen both you guys work at extreme conference last year...Amy Wolter on How Soon Should You Work on Your Show?
So happy you had the foresight to prepare for the 'what IF's'!...