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Choose The Right Team

Choosing the right team of professionals makes all the difference in the recording studio. You want to choose a team who cares for your music just as much, if not more than you do. These pros should be experiences in their craft and efficient with their studio equipment. Choosing the right team can also save time and money in the studio. Let S1 be your team of professionals and Hear The Difference!

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Everyday we get work on a project at @s1studios Today it is for a talented singer-songwriter. #recording #production #oc #music #studio (at S1 Studios)

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Prepare Your Music Project

Preparation is one of the most important steps in creating a great record. With the right planning and preparation you can map out your whole project making sure that you are focused on the right stuff saving time and money in the studio.

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WHAT we do is simple. WHY we do it makes us different. #S1

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Music that connects!!! Amazing jam session where three random guys sing together. You never know how your music will connect with others. Make sounds that move you about and let others join in on the music.

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This mix is a wrap. #mixing at #S1

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A little inspiration before today's mix at @s1studios #mixing (at S1 Studios)

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3 Tips For A Successful First Gig

Any gig is a very important event for a musician, as it offers exposure, and for many it is even their livelihood. At any given time something can go wrong, especially when there is crowd involved. Here are some practical tips for having a successful first gig:

1. Bring Spare Equipment

Maybe this means a pack of strings, another guitar, or an extra cable...Whatever the case, bring a backup! 2. Be Polite To The Sound Guy

This guy controls how you sound...don't be a jerk!

3. Have Fun

If you're not having fun on stage, the crowd will notice! Have fun, the crowd will react!

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Being a "Real" Musician

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Songwriting Tip: Ideas generate other ideas

Write something down everyday. Whether it's a snippet or a complete song...Write it down.

You have no idea where your ideas where take you and your music in a week, a month, or even a year!

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"Yep, We faked it" - Red Hot Chili Peppers on the Super Bowl

From an Interview @ CNN:

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea just gave it away, confirming what everyone already suspected.

The rock group's halftime performance at Super Bowl XLVIII was pre-recorded. The band's guitars were not plugged in.

The Red Hot Chili Peppers performed Sunday night alongside Bruno Mars.

"When we were asked by the NFL and Bruno to play our song Give It Away at the Super Bowl, it was made clear to us that the vocals would be live, but the bass, drums, and guitar would be pre-recorded.

"I understand the NFL's stance on this, given they only have a few minutes to set up the stage, there a zillion things that could go wrong and ruin the sound for the folks watching in the stadium and the t.v. viewers. There was not any room for argument on this, the NFL does not want to risk their show being botched by bad sound, period," Flea wrote Tuesday on the band's website.

He said that he and his bandmates -- Anthony Kiedis, Josh Klinghoffer and Chad Smith -- thought long and hard about doing the show given those conditions.

"We decided that, with Anthony singing live, that we could still bring the spirit and freedom of what we do into the performance, and of course we played every note in the recording specially for the gig. I met and spoke with Bruno, who was a beautiful dude, a real talented musician, and we worked out something that seemed like it would be fun," Flea wrote.

He said the band was not trying to trick anyone.

The bassist continued: "For the actual performance, Josh, Chad, and I were playing along with the pre recorded track so there was no need to plug in our guitars, so we did not.

"Could we have plugged them in and avoided bumming people out who have expressed disappointment that the instrumental track was pre recorded? Of course easily we could have and this would be a non-issue. We thought it better to not pretend. It seemed like the realest thing to do in the circumstance.

"I am grateful to the NFL for having us. And I am grateful to Bruno, who is a super talented young man for inviting us to be a part of his gig. I would do it all the same way again."

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Why I'm (The Musician) Failing

I’d like to share with you the top five warning signs your mindset may be a little off. If you watch for these red flags and eliminate them, you’ll know you’re on the right track to a better mindset and more success in your music career as an indie artist.

Red Flag #1

You blame everyone else for your lot in life. But when it comes right down to it – you can’t control others, you can only control you.

Red Flag #2

The reason you dole out for not “making it” is “money.” Even though it seems like money is holding you back – it’s not. You are on an Evolutionary Path and you can’t skip steps. Money is energy – get out there and give – and you will attract what you need.

Red Flag #3

You are afraid to be different. Great artists stand out, not fit in. This takes courage and the willingness to stick your neck out. It also takes support. Find a community that strengthens what is unique in you (this sounds self serving, but it’s not – it’s for YOU.

Red Flag #4

You don’t trust anyone, let alone yourself. You’re going to have to put your trust in people (that are worthy), because you can’t do this alone – but put the most trust in YOU – because you are the Captain.

Red Flag #5

You don’t believe in yourself and don’t work on improving. It’s natural for artists to be insecure (an essential part of your nature), but that means you have to work double hard on strengthening your mindset, inner conviction, and faith. Are you?

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The Humility of the Artist

It seems arrogant to say, "perhaps this isn't for you."

When the critic pans your work, or the prospect hears your offer but doesn't buy, the artist responds, "that's okay, it's not for you." She doesn't wheedle or flip-flop or go into high pressure mode. She treats different people differently, understands that she is working to delight the weird, not please the masses, and walks away.

Isn't that arrogant?

No. It's arrogant to assume that you've made something so extraordinary that everyone everywhere should embrace it. Our best work can't possibly appeal to the average masses, only our average work can.

Finding the humility to happily walk away from those that don't get it unlocks our ability to do great work.

Blog by Seth Godin

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Imagine Making $2000 A Day From Something You Did 30 Years Ago…That's What Sting Did..

Hey guys! Check out this Article! It's amazing how important rights are in the music business!

http://www.celebritynetworth.com/articles/entertainment-articles/fun-fact-sting-makes-2000-royalties-every-day-every-breath-take/

Hope you enjoy!

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DYI- The Leslie Speaker

Ever wanted to buy a vintage piece of gear...until you saw the price tag?? Ya, we've all been there! Check out this guy make his own Leslie Speaker!

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Keeping your gear safe from the cold!

With temps hovering around -15 degrees on the east coast (wind chill near -50!), we thought we'd take the opportunity to cover the basics of cold weather instrument care. This mostly relates to wooden instruments, but since nearly all instruments are susceptible to extreme temperatures, this is always good info to bear in mind.

On the Move in Cold Weather

Got a gig or practice commitment forcing you to travel? Remember the biggest enemy of stringed instruments is sudden temperature change. When moving an instrument from warm to cold (or vice versa) always give the instrument ample time to acclimate to the new temperature before opening your case. Also make sure to stuff your case or gig bag with additional insulation to lessen exposure.

When traveling by air, never check your instrument, since airplane cargo areas are normally very cold. Most airlines will allow you to carry on.

Shipped Instruments

In particular, if an instrument has been shipped in cold weather, always allow at least 24-48 hours before opening the case. Exposing the instrument to sudden change can cause the finish to check and the body to warp.

For sellers who are shipping out, try to delay sending an instrument to or from locations that are experiencing extreme cold or heat. For buyers, please be patient this time of year.

Storing Gear at Home

Generally speaking, dry environments are the enemy of tone woods. Dry conditions will cause wood to shrink which can make your instrument prone to cracking

When not playing, we recommend keeping guitars and other instruments in their cases, ideally with an in-case humidifier to ward off any dry air. When storing outside a case, be sure to keep them away from furnace vents, drafty windows and exterior doors. Dedicate guitar humidifiers are a great solution, but a general humidifier for the whole room will work as well.

Lastly, don't overlook string tension, which should remain normal for any instrument that's used regularly. For instrument stored beyond 2-3 months, we suggest loosing tension around 2 steps down (from E to C, A to F and so on, for instance).

Hope this information is helpful! Thanks!