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Samantha Testa Talks About her Artist Development

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In this video, hear artist Samantha Testa tell how she took Tom Jackson’s advice about investing in the things that help build a long-lasting successful music career… not just the things that might have an immediate payoff. Samantha worked first on her live performance, then made sure her songs were well-written – all of which […]

Ethan Cullen Song & Critique Review Video

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In this video, learn from songwriter Rick Elias (Tom Hanks’ “That Thing You Do”) about finding “your own thing” when you choose a song – in other words, “finding your voice” musically. Then Tom Jackson discusses how the same concept applies to “finding your voice visually!” Every artist needs to understand the importance of getting […]

Gord Yelich Song & Critique Review Video

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If you have a song that requires a set up with a story, then you need to watch this video! Learn to gauge the length of your story telling; find out how you can weave a long story through a song; hear about the importance of listening to your audience when telling a story. Also, […]

Mike Averill Song & Critique Review Video

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Discover the key to audience participation, and learn the method you should use to make sure it works. In this video, learn Tom’s recommendation for creating anticipation for a story, and about making sure the cool parts of your song are repeated so the audience can enjoy them completely. Backstage Pass VideoBackstage Pass Videos offer […]

Monika Jedrzejek Song & Critique Review Video

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Tom shows how to take a cool riff and make the most of it! Use it in the intro, use it in a solo, use it in trade-offs… Watch a demo of how to do a trade-off, and why Tom says that conceptually “guys like guitar riffs and girls like relationships.” Also, in this video […]

Adrienne Osborn Song & Critique Review Video

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Every musician needs to learn the art of taking part of the song “out of time” or rhythm. In this video, you’ll see Tom teach how important this technique is, especially so you can give the audience the feeling of discovering the song with you. Also, you’ll hear a brief discussion of the use of […]

Turner Crossing Song & Critique Review Video

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In this video, learn how to “work” a song to make it grow both dynamically and visually – give the audience the feeling that you’re in authority onstage! Whether it’s taking control of the intro, proper use of onstage tools, or pouring yourself into the vocals… let the audience enjoy the moments in the song. […]

Natalie Nicole Green Song & Critique Review Video

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Tom says it’s not song selection, it’s song arrangement. Do not let the song be in control! This is especially important for track artists or anyone who uses tracks. Watch this video of a track artist and hear from the industry panel. Hear artist manager Scott McReynolds talk about your songwriting and why it’s important […]

Tyson Bowman Music Makeover Part 1 of 3 Video

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This entry is part 1 of 3 in the series Tyson Bowman Music Makeover

Watch this video and review the reasons an audience comes to a concert and why rearranging a song is so important to meeting their expectations! Using a microphone stand is a barrier, so learn when you shouldn’t be behind it. And hear Live Music Producer Amy Wolter’s thoughts about closing your eyes while singing. Backstage […]

Tyson Bowman Music Makeover Part 2 of 3 Video

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This entry is part 2 of 3 in the series Tyson Bowman Music Makeover

Watch the video and see how to leave space in a song so you have more authority on stage. Only play one instrument? Learn some of the things you can do to keep every song from sounding the same – whether learning to build, doing percussive sounds, or asking the audience to participate! Backstage Pass VideoBackstage […]