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Comment on Finding A Rehearsal Space For Your Band by Laura

Laura — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:40:21 +0000

I have a Dance Studio in Frankston VIC that is vacant on some nights. I am looking to hire it out if anyone is interested?

Contact: dynamitedancecentre@hotmail.com

Comment on 5 Ways To Make Your Band Rehearsals More Productive by Allen Majara

Allen Majara — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 18:14:49 +0000

This is very insightful.I am a Ugandan gospel artist and looking forward to starting a band.
I glad i have got some tips.

Rgds,
aln

Comment on Preparing For Your First Gig – Getting Your Set Together by MiniLifeHacks

MiniLifeHacks — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:09:55 +0000

15 songs for 30 minutes?? Those are some short songs! My band used to do about 8-10 songs in a 45 minute set. This assumes some banter and some song introductions, but no slacking off and procrastinating. 15 songs should last you a whole lot more than 30 minutes.

Comment on Naming Your Band Is THE Hardest Thing To Do! by orangutangmusic

orangutangmusic — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 01:15:25 +0000

I just used Band Name Maker and Band-O-Matic and here are the band names they come up with for me.

Band Name Maker – Those Old Pricks Over There (hahaha, thats how I feel sometimes)
Band-O-Matic – Bovine Cabbage

Love it!

Corey

Comment on The Auditioning Process (Part 1) by Orangutang Music» Blog Archive » The Auditioning Process (Part 2)

Orangutang Music» Blog Archive » The Auditioning Process (Part 2) — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 03:14:40 +0000

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Comment on The Music Industry Is All About Community by Mario Mendoza

Mario Mendoza — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 02:47:35 +0000

great article, Corey. Being a musician and label partner, music marketing has its obstacles and this helps organize thoughts better. Some bands have a good following without even knowing it. The key is networking and staying on top of your contact lists. The power of a strong community is priceless.

Comment on Ok, So You Want To Start A Band by Orangutang Music» Blog Archive » Ok, So You Want To Start A Band - The Auditioning Process (Part 1)

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 04:39:09 +0000

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Comment on The Power Of Networking In The Music Industry by Orangutang Music» Blog Archive » The Music Industry Is All About Community

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 02:44:16 +0000

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Comment on Ok, So You Want To Start A Band by orangutangmusic

orangutangmusic — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 03:02:56 +0000

I hear what you’re saying Devin. The best thing to do in a situation like that is to just do it. Let them know that what they offer is not what you’re looking for as diplomatically and gently but directly as possible.

Put yourself in their shoes. Would you appreciate honest, constructive and direct feedback if you were in the same situation? I know I would. There’s no easy way out of it.

The more you have to rely on auditions and advertisements the more you’re going to come across these situations. However, if you are finding musicians through rrecommendations through your network you wont need to be the bearer of bad news as much.

I hope this helps you,

Corey

Oh BTW, love your blog

Comment on Ok, So You Want To Start A Band by Devin J. Garman

Devin J. Garman — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:12:26 +0000

This sounds like some good advice.For me, the hardest part about recruiting people for a band is I have a hard time breaking the bad news to people that think they can sing or play but can’t.