While it may not have the notoriety of Austin when it comes to live music, Dallas is still a great place to see live music. As a fan of almost any genre of music, chances are pretty good you’ll be able to find a show at some point during any given week. But maybe you…
As Bon Scott once famously yowled, it’s a long way to the top if you want to rock and roll. Even if you just want to carve out a nice little career in the music industry, you’ll have to pay your dues for a few years before making some reach scratch–or be prepared to have…
Dallas boasts a rich musical heritage and is home to a variety of music genres and venues. From country and blues to rock, hip-hop, jazz, and electronic music, Dallas offers a broad spectrum of musical experiences. The Deep Ellum neighborhood plays host to many of these genres, offering a wide range of music clubs, bars,…
As Dallas continues to become a bigger player in the national and global music scene, record labels are becoming more and more prevalent. However, independent labels can have a lot of competition with one another–as well as major labels–and may have to focus on certain acts or genres. Unfortunately, this may lead to a lot…
When you think of the top cities to get your big break in the music industry, Dallas probably doesn’t crack the top two… or even top five locations. There’s a reason so many aspiring artists, audio engineers, and music producers flock to Los Angeles or New York to try and make their mark on the…
Are you looking to make a splash in the music industry? Then you probably think you need to move to either Los Angeles or New York–you might as well start at one of the entertainment hubs of the world, right? But there are plenty of other “big” cities where you can get experience, work the…
As humans, there’s nothing we love more than putting things on a list and then declaring, without equivocation, which one is the best. Of course, no one ever agrees which one should be at the top of the list, whether it’s the best movie, best album, or even the best Beatle. So, if you’re asking…
Dallas, Texas, is known for having a fairly vibrant and diverse music scene, which naturally extends to the presence of music production studios. While it may not have the same level of recognition as cities like Los Angeles, New York City, or Nashville, music production studios in Dallas do cover a respectable number of musical…
Are you ready to take on the electrifying music scene of Dallas? With a city that’s as vibrant and diverse as the music within it, phishing your way into the music scene can be an exhilarating journey filled with endless opportunities. But don’t let the bright lights blind you–it takes more than talent and dedication…
As a DJ, you have a passion for music from all genres and consume as much as you can. Your technical skills are rock solid and you’re ready to play small, intimate venues as well as 12,000-seat arenas. Your creativity is off the charts, mixing artists, genres, effects, and your own original content. So you’re…
Living as a DJ in New York City is as electrifying as the city itself. It’s an ever-changing landscape where the city’s pulse is the beat you mix. From the spectacular skyline to the vibrant neighborhoods, every corner of NYC pulsates with an energy that inspires you to create and innovate. But it’s a competitive…
Are you a big fish in a little pond, looking to make it big in The Big Apple? Or maybe you already live in New York but are struggling to find your way in the very competitive music industry in your hometown. In either case, learning how to get into the New York music scene…
There’s a reason they say if you can make it there you can make it anywhere about New York. And while that’s true about hundreds of careers, trying to make it in the music industry is especially tough. There’s plenty of competition for musicians, audio engineers, music producers, and other industry jobs, so you better…
As a new musician on the scene, it can be difficult to build much of a following. This is true anywhere, but even more so in the competitive space that is NYC. Learning how to promote your music in New York is almost as important as the music itself. After all, people need to know…
New York City is a hub for artists and musicians, but with so many talented individuals vying for the same opportunities, it’s no surprise that success in the music industry can be hard to come by. On top of that, the city’s notoriously high cost of living can also make it challenging for musicians to…