This article was written by Simon Picazo at Sweetwater.  Over the next few months, we’lre publishing an entire series of articles in the Lounge from Sweetwater along with contests and prizes. Keep your eyes peeled and check back often!

I was 17 years old, lost on my mountain bike in the middle of the countryside of Haiti and it was getting dark. A little old lady walked by me on the path as I was struggling to find my way and I asked her how to get to the town where I lived, the answer she gave me still plagues me to this day: “Oh you can’t get there from here!”

So how do you get to where you want to go with your music from where you are right now? Here are 10 key things to keep in mind.

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Fellow Sonicbidders,

This is my first post at the new home for my blog that I call “Panos’ Brew” (good, pitch black coffee = heaven).

I promise to keep updating my blog frequently so keep coming back for random thoughts and unbridled musings on this fun new world we’re all a part of. If you want to access my previous blog posts, you can find them here. (more…)

Sometimes overlooked, your photo is what a lot of promoters use to judge what level you are at in your career. Displaying professionally done photos can show that you are serious about your craft. Hiring a professional is a great way to make sure your band looks their best. However you might have to do some research to make sure their art complements your art, and that they have experience working with bands. It is also a good idea to know what you are looking for when choosing the right photographer.

Here are some tips- (more…)

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