Category Music making

Turning practice into playable material

Turning practice into playable material

Practice is essential for any musician, but it can sometimes feel like an endless loop of scales, exercises and warm-ups that never translate into real music. The key is turning practice into playable material—ideas, riffs and arrangements that can eventually…

Supporting other music creators without comparison

Supporting other music creators without comparison

In the music world, it’s easy to fall into comparison. You might measure your worth against streams, followers, production quality or opportunities. While comparison is natural, it can quickly lead to frustration, self-doubt and creative blocks. Learning to support other…

Trying a new genre in January

Trying a new genre in January

The start of a new year is a natural time for experimentation. For musicians, January can be the perfect opportunity to step outside your usual style and explore a new genre. Whether it’s a creative challenge, a way to develop…

A 12-month creative music challenge

A 12-month creative music challenge

Starting a new year is the perfect opportunity to commit to consistent creative growth. A 12-month music challenge can help musicians build skills, finish projects, and explore new ideas while maintaining motivation. By breaking the year into manageable monthly goals,…

Trusting your creative voice going forward

Trusting your creative voice going forward

As a musician or creator, one of the greatest challenges is trusting your own instincts. It’s easy to second-guess decisions, compare yourself to others, or worry about what an audience might think. Yet, developing confidence in your creative voice is…

The best Christmas songs to cover as a beginner

The best Christmas songs to cover as a beginner

Christmas songs are a brilliant starting point for beginner musicians. They are familiar, emotionally engaging and often built around simple chord progressions. Whether you sing, play guitar, piano or another instrument, festive music offers an accessible way to build confidence…

Musicians who famously hated Christmas songs they recorded

Musicians who famously hated Christmas songs they recorded

Christmas songs are meant to spread joy, warmth and festive cheer. Yet behind some of the most beloved seasonal tracks are artists who would rather never hear them again. Whether due to overexposure, artistic frustration or simply bad timing, several…

How Spotify Wrapped benefits music artists

How Spotify Wrapped benefits music artists

Wrapped doesn’t just bring music fans together, it also offers a space for artists and songwriters to connect with their audience. From thanks videos to share cards with your own audience data. Wrapped for Artists is a special service for…

What your favourite genre says about you

What your favourite genre says about you

Music is more than just sound—it’s a reflection of who we are. The type of music you naturally gravitate towards can reveal a lot about your personality, your mood, and even how you see the world. While everyone is unique,…

How to find your next favourite artist

How to find your next favourite artist

Finding a new favourite artist can feel like discovering a secret world you didn’t know you needed. But with so much music out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and stick to the same playlists. The good news? There are…

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