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How To Make It in The Music Industry

There are many hurdles to jump over when trying to make it as a successful artist. Many have found it discouraging at times and it can make people feel like they are fighting a losing battle. But many musicians are living proof that making it is possible. So, what’s their secret?

Firstly, let’s take a step back. Every person will have a different definition of ‘making it’. Some will define it as being the next big A-lister, others will be when they perform the festival they went to when they we

Being On Top of Music Trends in 2022

The power of the internet means people can listen to practically anything and everything and can find their niche sub-genres in an instant. There will always be mainstream trends in music that come and go, but there is not one genre that you should stick to if you wish to be spotted. Being yourself and releasing the music you want to release is often far more important and is also a lot easier in this generation.

Now, the marketing side. Let’s get the big one out of the way - TikTok is an absol

How the Internet is Building Audiences for Musicians Worldwide

In August, Julián Berdegué, known as EVNTYD, had never uploaded to the TikTok platform. By May the following year, he had reached over 60K followers and built a consistent following.

‘‘In November, one of my videos blew up and that completely changed my life in a way, because then more videos did really well and I was in full-community-building mode.’’ Berdegué added.

He is one of many musicians and creatives capitalising on the success of TikTok. The free video-sharing platform is undoubtedly

The Importance of Independent Venues

The campaigns sparked many events once the world opened back up. Some established artists even took it upon themselves to do smaller scale tours just for independent venues, such as The Sherlocks, who in February this year reached number nine in the UK Albums Chart with their album World I Understand. Kiaran from the band said ‘‘We had an idea to go on a tour and even though it is called Save The Venues, one tour from us isn’t going to save it. But we’re definitely trying to do our bit to raise

Being in Charge of Releasing Your Own Music: The Pros and Cons

The headlines were filled with the news of Taylor Swift’s feud with record executive Scooter Braun back in 2019.

It was due to him acquiring control over the master rights to her music after she left her previous record label, which she described at the time as ‘‘tyrannical’’. She has since been re-recording and releasing her older material for fans.

This sticky situation undoubtedly came about through record deals and the confusion of lengthy contracts. Nowadays, many artists big and small ar
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Spark Chats to Lauran Hibberd

Lauran Hibberd’s music is often referred to as ‘slacker pop’, but she’s certainly not been slacking over the years, consistently releasing singles since 2018.


However, the singer-songwriter from the Isle of Wight is ready to release her debut album later this year.


Lauran will be in the North East later this month when she performs at A Stone’s Throw Festival. In this interview, we chat to her about visiting the North East, her favourite lyrics she’s written, and confusing text abbreviatio

Take a look around Newcastle's Christmas Market 2021

Newcastle's traditional Christmas market is back at Grey's Monument, in the heart of the city centre, for 2021.

Launching at the start of the month, it runs all the way through to Christmas Eve and is perfect for any last minute shopping where you can pick up unique gifts, or for anyone wanting to get into the Christmas spirit ahead of the big day.

Up to 30 wooden chalet market stalls feature at this year's market, which is back after a hiatus in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. As ever, it