Nov 16, 2020 | Education, In The Know, Industry
Kathleen (Leena) Hurrell, an instructor in our Independent Artist Program, shares some songwriting tips on how to write relatable lyrics that will span diverse audiences and be authentic to you. One of the biggest misconceptions in songwriting is that the more general...
Sep 28, 2020 | Education, In The Know, Industry
Aaron Meza is an instructor in the Music Business Program at Musicians Institute teaching Music Publishing, Music Licensing and Music Supervision. He is the owner of Amazon Ear Productions and Meza Music Publishing (ASCAP). He is currently a professional member of The...
Sep 2, 2020 | In The Know, Industry, Production
This piece is first in a series of MI’s Guidebook for the Independent Artist. First up, Director of Industry Programs Lacey Harris introduces the importance of finding your unique sound and personality in your work. One thing that makes a piece of music...
Jun 11, 2020 | In The Know, Industry
On Saturday, June 20, 2020, RAW Artists is presenting The National Arts Drive, a nationwide local art fundraiser for creatives in all mediums, including local musicians. Artists are invited to perform, showcase, and display their work from front lawns, stoops,...
Feb 14, 2020 | In The Know, Industry
Whether you’ve got a date or are flying solo this year, some live music usually sounds like a good idea. This 2020, we rounded up some Valentine’s Day concerts happening in Los Angeles so you can celebrate the day of love with something you love. 😉 With a...