The Renegade Producer Blog

Go loopy with 20% off at Loopmasters...

Mon, 8 Oct 2012 08:15:26 -0400

New samples and loops never fail to get the creative juices flowing in the studio. If you're like me you know that one can never have enough quality samples and loops. This is one area of music production where you want quality and quantity. Now, you most likely know by now that, when it comes to loops and samples, Loopmasters has what you need. You'll find most genres covered and the top sample labels all available at LM.com. I'm chuffed to bits to offer you 20% off your Loopmasters.com order until December 1, 2012. Here's how to claim your discount: Copy the code below... AFF20 ... and hop on over to Loopmasters via the RenegadeProducer.com affiliate link to order the packs you want... Loopmasters.com Enter the code when you check out to get your 20% off right now! Important: The above code is valid for one use per customer until December 1, 2012 so use it before that date to make sure you don't miss out on the discount.

Free Music Production Ebook - Stay creative, stay fresh...

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 14:47:19 -0400

#musicproduction Electronic music producers rejoice! Tom Cosm has released a new ebook called "Ten ways to keep the creative juices flowing" in which he provides you with 10 great techniques for staying sparkly fresh. This is a quick read with quotes from Opiuo, Hedflux, Mr. Bill, Sensient and Zen Mechanics and other top producers. So, put the pro back in your productions right now via the link below. It's free as in beer though you can donate if you want to.

Renegade Revamp!

Thu, 6 Sep 2012 06:17:53 -0400

You may have noticed that RenegadeProducer.com is undergoing some ch-ch-ch-ch-changes. Yes, it's high time for a revamp and refresh. So, I'm working with a designer to improve the layout and pages. Now, some funkiness may ensue as we transition so please bear with us. This should take no more than a day or two. Expect some great new content to roll out soon! All the best,
Marius

Pre-Production is the word, and the word is good...

Wed, 5 Sep 2012 19:02:57 -0400

OK, so some musicians can be all over the place when it comes to recording an album, and those who are often pay for it in more ways than one. Headless chickens! Yes, disorganization can cost one dearly and that's why I recommend you read this article by Justin Colletti. Justin shows you a smart and an insane way to get to the release of your album, and he's got it pretty much spot on. Check out the permalink below for the post "In Defense of Pre-Production" to avoid the insanity...

Writing Music - 10 ways to improve your craft...

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 22:20:45 -0400

Discover ways to get better at writing music, especially when you're just starting out with songwriting...

The State of the Music Industry...

Wed, 1 Aug 2012 19:28:20 -0400

This highly accurate comic which I found via @Innerviews on Twitter pretty much sums up the State of the "Music Industry". Great for a chuckle. Check it out now via the link below...

Musicians need a website

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:02:26 -0400

Thanks for mentioning HostBaby in your article, Marius. We talk to artists all the time about the differences between a self-hosted site vs. a social

Musician's Friend Coupon

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:41:29 -0500

Get discounts on music and studio equipment with a Musician's Friend Coupon ...

6 Free VST plugins worth the download...

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 19:35:04 -0500

Not all free VST plugins are created equal. Which ones should you get? Discover a few that make the cut in my books...

Renegade Randoms

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:14:52 -0500

Renegade Randoms are little bloglets in which I gather and post the articles and resources you may find useful. So, here now are your Randoms for today... 1. Mixing tips... 4 Kick and Bass EQ tips for tighter mixes... 2. Google+ for musicians... The Musicians Guide to Google + 3. Music business... The Top 7 Things Independent Artists Do Wrong 4. Direct to fan... Martin Frascogna: The 4 keys to D2F success 5. Win gear... Win sE Gear Follow sE on Google+ Stay tuned for more Renegade Randoms coming your way soon!

Download: 10 Truths about making it in music...

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:45:38 -0500

Just a quick post to let you know about a free downloadable book for music creators. This great little report from dottedmusic.com is a quick read and has the ideas you need to get in the right state of mind as an artist in the new music business. Here's the link to the PDF file for you... "10 Truths About Making It In Music" PDF (Right-click on the link and select Save Link As.) I found it a quick read with solid points about the new opportunities now available to musicians and music producers. I hope you enjoy it!

7 Home Recording Studio Changes That Can Improve Your Sound

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 18:57:00 -0500

Discover 7 basic changes you can make to get a better response from your home recording studio setup.

Renegade Reviews: Music Book Reviews

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 09:16:02 -0400

Discover music book reviews of great books for music producers, musicians and home studio owners.

"Mixing, recording and producing techniques of the pros" by Rick Clark. Review.

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:41:18 -0400

Watch, listen or read my review of "Mixing, recording and producing techniques of the pros" by Rick Clark.

Tune your room...

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 10:14:43 -0400

It's simple: You cannot mix when you cannot hear what you're working on. You need to tune your room to get an accurate image when you listen back. This quest can be more tricky than it seems at first glance as you probably know. I found this episode of Pensado's Place which is great to watch should you want to tune your room for optimum monitoring. Watch it right now below...

Samples and Loops - Grow Your Own Library

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 10:31:27 -0400

One can never have enough samples and loops. Discover 3 ways to grow your sample library...

DMA1: Interesting New Audio Hub...

Fri, 8 Apr 2011 07:57:40 -0400

A promising new product has just come up on my radar. What is it? A new magic sound box from the company Dark Matter Audio named the DMA1. They call it a Smart Audio Hub and it can be used as a... ... multi-track recorder.
... effects processor.
... drum machine.
... sampler.
... looper.
... and more! It will also allow you to download apps like you would with a phone and also has open architecture. Check out the introduction video for more info... It's not available yet and I couldn't see a price on the company web site so for now we'll just have to wait in anticipation. ;-)

Art without limits...

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 10:15:43 -0400

I found this great video where Steven Berkoff explains why art should have no limits. I think all artists should watch this talk. So, here it is for you...

Renegade Randoms

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:00:21 -0400

Renegade Randoms are little bloglets in which I gather and post the articles and resources you may find useful. First, work. Here's a post with some great pointers for when you're working on your final mixdown... A Mastering Engineer's Guide to Final Mixdown On a lighter note, the musician community over at MTT has also been talking about making money this week. You know what that means... ... the debate got explosive! Check out this Hypebot post which links to the main MTT articles. And, last but not least, still on the topic of moolah. Is your music being played on Internet radio or other online channels? Are you registered with SoundExchange? Have you collected your royalties? ;-) Watch this... Remember to stay tuned to the RenegadeProducer.com RSS feed for more Renegade Randoms, more often. Have a massive week!

Record a drum set with just two mics...

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 16:33:29 -0500

You may not have enough mics. You may not have enough mic inputs. You may not want 21 drum tracks. Fret not! Enter the Recorderman microphone technique... ... which allows you to record an entire small drum kit with just 2 mics. Now, granted that won't get your tracks the Eddie Kramer sound and Metallica might frown down from up on high. Who cares, right? ;-) It's still a sweet little ninja-skill for your recording bag of tricks.

Home Studio Rescue Videos

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 11:55:00 -0500

I just found some great home studio rescue videos created by the folks over at Rode. I thought you may like them. Check out the first video and follow the link for the rest in the series, especially should you not have your home studio set up in optimal shape.

Music Business Newsletter: The Renegade Report

Sat, 6 Nov 2010 14:42:25 -0400

The music business newsletter for independent music artists and producers. Strategies, tips and ideas for your music-business-life.

Renegade Randoms

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 10:27:18 -0400

Renegade Randoms are little bloglets in which I gather and post the articles and resources you may find useful. You can suggest any useful article, post or resource to me by using the contact form which you can access right now in the menu to the left.

Article Randoms...

20 Alternative Ways To Create A Sustainable Career In Music. How to Create an Indie Artist Profile on Apple's Ping Network. Why Every Musician Should Use iTunes Ping. Remember to sign up now for the RenegadeProducer.com RSS feed above the NavBar on the left should you want to know when I post new Randoms.

CD replication or duplication?

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 12:27:27 -0400

Is CD duplication better than CD replication? Find out here...

Renegade Randoms

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 09:11:47 -0400

Article Randoms...

Interview: Jon Hopkins Talks Live, Studio Process, Habit, Instinct. 10 Myths About Normalization. Improve Your Recordings and Mixes, on the Cheap. Band Rehearsal Lessons From Prince. How NOT to Social Network. Remember to sign up now for the RenegadeProducer.com RSS feed above the NavBar on the left should you want to know when I post new Randoms.

11 Music Production Tips For Newbies

Mon, 2 Aug 2010 13:44:51 -0400

Discover 11 music production tips you'll want to hear sooner rather than later...

Mixing Your Own Music

Sun, 1 Aug 2010 23:37:41 -0400

Discover 4 Tools You Can Use To Position Sounds When Mixing Your Own Music

Music Industry Articles for Renegades

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:13:26 -0400

Read music industry articles by various authors...

David Byrne - Interesting TED Talk

Sat, 12 Jun 2010 15:35:14 -0400

You may enjoy this great talk in which David Byrne looks at the way we make music to suit the environments in which the music will be played. The idea, while common sense when you think about it, has some interesting implications for how we make music. Check it out...

Lefsetz on The Long Haul...

Sat, 5 Jun 2010 10:21:25 -0400

I was checking out some tweets while bouncing down a synth track when I came across this great post by Bob Lefsetz. The post contains some excellent suggestions for musicians in the new music business. The two closing paragraphs sum it up nicely methinks... "We're never going back to the sales figures of yore. Not because of theft' but because no one can get that kind of mindshare. But you can get some traction. If you're willing to work really hard, continuously, always leading with your music." Bob Lefsetz Click the link below now to read the full post. It's packed full of nutritious music business advice! ;-) All the best,
Marius

Basic Home Recording Studio Guide

Wed, 26 May 2010 11:18:24 -0400

Music production at home is a viable choice with today's music technology. Start your home recording studio planning here, and then build the music lab of your dreams...

The Renegade Report - New issue!

Sat, 15 May 2010 11:49:28 -0400

Just a quick reminder to watch out for a new issue of The Renegade Report tomorrow at 1pm EST. Sign up here now if you haven't done so yet. All the best,
Marius

Twitter Lists for Musicians and Music Business People...

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 08:06:05 -0400

Do you want to follow musicians or music business
people on Twitter?

Just follow the two links below and click on the "Follow this list" button... Music Business Tweeps Twitter List Musicians Who Tweet Twitter List So, there you have it! Hundreds of musicians and music business people at your fingertips. All the best,
Marius van Dyk

Find Music Business Seminars In Your Area...

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:51:51 -0400

This page contains 6 ways for you to find music business seminars and conventions in your local area or field of speciality.

Music Notation Software Suggestions

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 20:10:07 -0400

Discover some great music notation software for writing, composing and arranging music using music notation.

Digital Music Distribution: Tunecore Releases New Products...

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 06:29:46 -0400

Tunecore, the online digital music distribution service, has added some great new products to their range for musicians. You can now upload unlimited songs to all 19 online stores for $46.99. Alternatively, you can upload a single to all 19 stores for $9.99. You'll find more information on the Tunecore site...
Get Your Music on iTunes for as Low as $9.99 at TuneCore They've also added ringtone distribution which may be worth your while to look into...
Get Your Ringtone in the iPhone Ringtone Store with Tune Core All the best,
Marius Disclosure: This site gets a small commission when you purchase through the above links because of affiliation with Tunecore. Thank you in advance for your support!

Internet Music Sites for Artists and Bands

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 11:43:12 -0400

The artists sign-up pages for Internet music sites you can distribute and promote your music on.

Record Label Distribution - Do you need it?

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:59:51 -0400

Independent music artists don't need traditional record label distribution when they have the web...

Web Music Video Distribution for Independent Artists

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:44:34 -0400

Find out why you need online music video distribution as an independent music artist, and also discover a great video distribution service you can use...

Metrics and Tools to Measure Your Music ROI

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 08:12:48 -0500

Dexter Bryant Jr. provides musicians with 38 metrics and 7 tools to measure your music business return on investment.

Eno on Selling Records

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 08:12:48 -0500

Music-business thoughts: Brian Eno on records and blubber.

Webhosting Musts forMusicians & Bands

Sun, 6 Dec 2009 14:32:22 -0500

A few tips that may help you in your quest to find a reliable, affordable webhost. Take any hosting recommendations you get with a pinch of salt before

Band and Musician Web Hosting

Sun, 6 Dec 2009 08:56:12 -0500

Discover the 3 possible routes you can take to get band or musician web hosting for your site.

Band and Musician Website Design Tips

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 21:28:46 -0500

A great little introduction to band and musician website design. Read this page before you start your own music artist website.

The Renegade Internet Music Sales, Marketing and Promotion Guide

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:53:17 -0500

Free Internet music sales, distribution, marketing and promotion guide for the independent music artist.

Internet Marketing For Musicians

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:50:35 -0500

What the humble Spider can teach you about internet marketing for musicians - Observe...

The New Web Music Business

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:49:33 -0500

4 key ideas to help your independent web music business advance.

Every Musician Needs a Website

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:34:44 -0500

Discover why every good musician needs a website right now.

Is your music web presence holding you back?

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 09:11:51 -0500

Discover all you must know and do to create a solid music web presence in Music Success In Nine Weeks...

Sell Music on iTunes

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 18:32:37 -0500

Discover how to sell music on iTunes via an online music distribution company...

The Renegade Producer Blog

Go loopy with 20% off at Loopmasters...

Free Music Production Ebook - Stay creative, stay fresh...

Renegade Revamp!

Pre-Production is the word, and the word is good...

Writing Music - 10 ways to improve your craft...

The State of the Music Industry...

Musicians need a website

Musician's Friend Coupon

6 Free VST plugins worth the download...

Renegade Randoms

Download: 10 Truths about making it in music...

7 Home Recording Studio Changes That Can Improve Your Sound

Renegade Reviews: Music Book Reviews

"Mixing, recording and producing techniques of the pros" by Rick Clark. Review.

Tune your room...

Samples and Loops - Grow Your Own Library

DMA1: Interesting New Audio Hub...

Art without limits...

Renegade Randoms

Record a drum set with just two mics...

Home Studio Rescue Videos

Music Business Newsletter: The Renegade Report

Renegade Randoms

Article Randoms...

CD replication or duplication?

Renegade Randoms

Article Randoms...

11 Music Production Tips For Newbies

Mixing Your Own Music

Music Industry Articles for Renegades

David Byrne - Interesting TED Talk

Lefsetz on The Long Haul...

Basic Home Recording Studio Guide

The Renegade Report - New issue!

Twitter Lists for Musicians and Music Business People...

Do you want to follow musicians or music businesspeople on Twitter?

Find Music Business Seminars In Your Area...

Music Notation Software Suggestions

Digital Music Distribution: Tunecore Releases New Products...

Internet Music Sites for Artists and Bands

Record Label Distribution - Do you need it?

Web Music Video Distribution for Independent Artists

Metrics and Tools to Measure Your Music ROI

Eno on Selling Records

Webhosting Musts forMusicians & Bands

Band and Musician Web Hosting

Band and Musician Website Design Tips

The Renegade Internet Music Sales, Marketing and Promotion Guide

Internet Marketing For Musicians

The New Web Music Business

Every Musician Needs a Website

Is your music web presence holding you back?

Sell Music on iTunes

Do you want to follow musicians or music business
people on Twitter?