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Wednesday Wisdom: Music Artists and Mental Wellness

Posted on July 12, 2023 by SWI Management Group Leave a comment

By Sacha Walton, Business Strategist and CEO of SWI Management Group

Mental health is not a niche topic in the music industry. The industry is fast-paced and full of demands for music artists. They are faced with a whirlwind of expectations from labels, fans, management, and promoters. However, the artists are typically left feeling overwhelmed, burned out, and at times, they lack the will to create.

It’s easy for artists to get caught up and neglect their mental well-being. Maintaining a healthy state of mind is essential not only for personal happiness but also for creating inspired, meaningful music. This blog article delves into practical tips and techniques that can empower music artists to proactively manage their mental wellness, allowing them to flourish both on and off stage.

Read Sacha’s 8 tips!

LISTEN: On ‘UFO,’ Stacey Kelleher Contemplates an Otherworldly Love

Posted on May 21, 2023 by Gerard Longo Leave a comment

Have you ever been in a seemingly perfect relationship, where the blurred lines between fantasy and reality cause your mind to play tricks on you?

Hear ‘UFO’

UMC20: It’s a Wild One! (May 9, 2023)

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Gerard Longo Leave a comment

This week’s UMC20 playlist will take you through some unexpected turns!

The genres are plentiful. You want hip hop and R&B? There’s a big block of it, right at the beginning. Want experimental electronica? We got you, fam. Want hard rock and metalcore? You’ll find it within these 20 tracks!

Oh, and because we missed last week — sorry, we were busy launching an agency — we included not one, but two episodes of The Quinn Spinn as bonus tracks at the end!

Listen to UMC20

Op-ed: Is AI a Threat to Artists?

Posted on May 3, 2023 by ECM Admin Leave a comment

Jeannie Jones is an award-winning journalist, media personality, actress, producer, director and brand architect. Jeannie’s Los Angeles-based multimedia firm, Ready Set Impact, specializes in music, film, and radio production; publishing; social media marketing, branding, and casting.

This month, Jeannie offers insight into the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the music industry — and the potential implications for creators.

WrestleMania Aftermath (ft. The OG Quinn Spinn Family)

Posted on April 13, 2023 by Gerard Longo Leave a comment

Our very own Scotty Rock got to pay a visit to Los Angeles at the beginning of April for WrestleMania 39. We discuss the iconic pop culture event, give our reactions to the event’s results, and provide our take on where things might go from here.

Also, we go off the rails plenty, because that’s just what we do around here. We have a spectacular Stupid News involving a Samurai sword, and let’s just say that the essence of each cast member remains strong throughout the episode.

#GetSpunn

PHOTOS: Joywave at The Basement East

Posted on April 9, 2023 by Gerard Longo Leave a comment

For the past decade-plus, Joywave has been leaving a mark on the alternative rock world. Formed in Rochester, NY in 2010, the band broke through by featuring on Big Data’s 2014 hit, “Dangerous,” before releasing their full length debut, How Do You Feel Now?, the following year.

Fast forward to the present-day, and the band brought its Express Wash tour to The Basement East on Saturday night. The result was high-powered, visually engaging set that showcased the band’s versatility and love of sonic exploration.

See the photos

LISTEN: FALSE LEFTY Masters Minimalism with “Tanqueray”

Posted on April 2, 2023 by Gerard Longo Leave a comment

Who says you need a whole bunch of bells and whistles — or even proper equipment — to make good music?

Dive in!

Wednesday Wisdom: The Growing Impact of Women in the Music Industry

Posted on March 1, 2023 by ECM Admin Leave a comment

Women are constantly rewriting what it means to succeed in the music industry — on their own terms. The music industry is filled with powerful women, from artists releasing record breaking singles and breaking ground in songwriting and production, to shattering the glass ceiling in the boardroom.