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Radio Promotion Companies-Is my band ready?

Radio Promotion Companies-Is my band ready?

A few close friends recently asked my opinion on working with a radio promotion company. It’s a hard question to tackle because each band is its own unique position so there’s no specific answer. Based on where the band is and what specifically they’d like to do next it can be an option to pursue … Continue reading

Curious Quail’s Newest Member: Erin

Curious Quail’s Newest Member: Erin

About two weeks back at SLG Art Boutiki & Gallery, San Jose’s Curious Quail unveiled their 7th band member – Erin Whitworth. Erin is an expert at working in the Bay Area music scene. Many know her from being the violinist of the former Please Do Not Fight. Erin is an accomplished violinist and pianist … Continue reading

Consistency

Consistency

It’s a word that might only get used when describing your Jamba Juice. Today we are going to use this word with in the context of: you guessed it…bands! With Thanksgiving having JUST happened, and the madness of the holidays about to rear its ugly ubiquitous head at our American wallets, I think consistency is … Continue reading

The Hustle

The Hustle

I am pleased to announce that my long-time friend Nik Bartunek, of Picture Atlantic, is now an official contributor to the new Blacklight Findings. Each Friday, Nik will share his advice for bands as his own column. Here is his first publication, titled The Hustle – enjoy.  The one frustrating thing about doing music for … Continue reading