My First Year in Self-Employment
A year ago I did something exceptionally bold: I quit! And ventured into an unknown world where my schedule materialized a week beforehand, or the week of.
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How Was Pitchfork?
Who went to the Pitchfork Music Festival this year? Was it everything you expected? What do you think about The New York Times’ take?
Oops! I Forgot to Do What I Love Again
Deadlines and scheduling are the keys. If I don’t have a show or other external deadlines, I create my own deadlines.
Sample Assignment Agreements for Obtaining Music Rights
Below you’ll find two sample copyright assignments: 1) a basic all-purpose assignment; and 2) an assignment specifically for musicians playing on recordings.
Sam Miller: Taking it to the Next Level
The assertively patient Miller is from the school of thought where you don’t allow yourself a backup plan to fall on. He goes after what he wants and gets it, all the while feeling like he hasn’t achieved anything particularly special.
Keeping the Ink Flowing
Do you dip your pen in company ink? I know what you’re thinking. Of course, not! Who would be so foolish, right?
My Pomplamoose Revelation: or Why It’s So Exciting To Be a Musician Today
What Pomplamoose has helped me realize is that a different kind of musical career path can be cultivated.