Meditation in loss: “Holy Smoke” by Nicki Wells

It seems fitting that “Holy Smoke” is highly minimal. It’s a track that invites you to quietly join it in the open space, to have the room to feel what you need to as the track slowly calms you. Nicki Wells seems to have been influenced by a wealth of different musical styles but here […]

Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy Whispers his Alienation on “Wolf Among Wolves”

She holds a phantomShe kisses and she hugs himAnd I am notAverse to how she loves him Why must I live and walk, unloved as what I am? If the opening verse of Will Oldham’s (AKA Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy) melancholic masterpiece does not immediately thrust one into existential catatonia, then perhaps one should search their […]

Mark Lanegan Performs his own Exorcism on “The Beast in Me”

The ol’ in-laws. Typically tolerated rather than cherished, “put your best face on and get through the dinner, already” kind of fodder. If you’re English singer-songwriter Nick Lowe, however, this trope could not be farther from the truth. Not when your (ex) father-in-law is The Man in Black – Johnny Cash. It’s 1994 and Lowe, […]

What Is Sync Licensing?

Getting your songs synced can be a great way to get more exposure – and make a little bit of money, too.

Top 10 YouTube Musicians Ever (As of 2023)

Here’s my quick list of the top YouTube musicians as of 2023: Obviously, there’s room for debate here – but hey, it’s my list. Let’s get into the details. In the last decade, many artists rose to fame seemingly out of nowhere. Some had been building their fanbase in the dark for years until they […]

How to Get Your Songs on Instagram (Reels and Stories)

Have you ever wondered what you need to do to make your songs available on Instagram? Or wondered why not all songs are available on the platform? Instagram can be a helpful tool for promoting your music, connecting with fans, other musicians, like-minded people, and sharing your music. It started as an app dedicated to […]

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