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Popshack

5 things to remember when using YouTube

Conrad Withey, CEO of artist development label PopShack gives us his top tips on how to get the most out of YouTube…

By Jim Ottewill 8 May 2015
Later with Jools Holland

How to get yourself on Later… with Jools Holland

Over 45 series, Later has hosted everything from Adele’s first TV appearance to comeback performances from The Who and rare turns by the late Lou Reed - but it's not all about the legendary talent. We learn there are opportunities for newcomers too...

By Anita Awbi 12 Mar 2015
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How to … write songs like Nile Rodgers

‘I have a total blast when I’m making records’ - we find out how Chic’s Nile Rodgers became a songwriting star...

By Jim Ottewill 11 Mar 2015
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How to … set up an independent record label

‘The major label business is a sausage machine with a bunch of people turning the handle’ - we hear how Ninja Tune’s Matt Black and Peter Quicke have survived 25 years in the business…

By Jim Ottewill 10 Mar 2015
Steve Levine

Top tips for bedroom producers

Grammy Award winning producer Steve Levine reveals his top tips for bedroom producers, including how to best set up your room, record vocals, capture acoustic instruments and make that perfect demo.

By Anita Awbi 9 Mar 2015

How to … make the most of your studio session

Producer du jour Dan Carey gives us his top tips on making the most of the studio experience…

By Jim Ottewill 4 Mar 2015
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Mastering at Abbey Road Studios

We visited Abbey Road’s studio guru Geoff Pesche to find out why mastering is a crucial stage in the recording process…

By Jim Ottewill 4 Mar 2015
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How to... engage with fans online

Digital expert Jessie Scoullar reveals her top tips for engaging with direct-to-fan websites, building fan relationships and winning their support online. Get her insider knowledge on maintaining your fan mailing list, selling merch and getting your website right.

By Anita Awbi 3 Mar 2015

DIY top five: tips for upcoming composers

Following on from our Free Range feature, which highlighted classical music’s leading trailblazers, we’ve produced a top five must-do list for every DIY composer looking for their big break.

By Anita Awbi 7 Jan 2015
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