Artist Profile: Tom Jolu
To me, the Binghamton music scene stands out for how so many music acts hailing from the 607 meld genres with the sort of fluidity you can only cull from a melting pot. So I’ve really been looking forward to…
Artist Profile: Damn the Kid
I first heard about Damn the Kid in 2022, when my sister told me I should check them out at Binghamton Porchfest. They were the first band my wife and I saw at Porchfest that year. Which means Damn the…
Late Starter Musician: Can Old Musicians Get Big? Famous?
We often think of music as a young person’s game. You don’t often see “old musicians” getting famous later in life. But does that mean you shouldn’t try? Is there a certain cut-off age where a late starter musician should…
How to Clean Cymbals and Make them Vibrant Again
Figuring out how to clean cymbals can get pretty nerve-racking. Your cymbals are expensive—we’re talking hundreds of dollars each. So this isn’t exactly the time or the place for trial and error. The last thing you want to do while…
How to Write a Fantastic Band Setlist for Any Gig
A great band setlist should not just entertain a crowd, but also manage time, crowd energy, and more. This guide goes over how to write a setlist for any gig.
The Music Marketing Funnel: How to Find ‘Band Superfans’
The music marketing funnel helps your band maximize its reach by catering to a fan's journey, from potential fans to those much-celebrated band superfans.
Playing Out: How to Book a Gig with your Band
The idea of a band getting gigs can get pretty daunting. Many a nerve has been frayed at the prospect of standing on a stage in front of perfect strangers and performing music for them. Learning how to book a…
The Binghamton Music Scene Needs a New Music Venue!
A new Binghamton music venue would help the Binghamton music scene grow exponentially. So what are the challenges preventing someone from creating one?
Artist Profile: Buttercup Chins
If you know me personally, there’s a good chance you’re aware that I’m a huge Radiohead fan. So when my friend Maggie recently posted about her love for the Apalachin, New York band Buttercup Chins, and I spotted their moving…