As a musician who’s been in charge of hiring/firing musicians in a band, and being the guy being hired and fired, I’ve gotten to see and test what does and doesn’t work from both sides of the fence. Here are 7 ways to negotiate with musicians that leaves everyone happy:
Read MoreI received this question from a Mainstage user this week:
Hey Eric,
I am using mainstage 3 right now, but I was interested in the 3.1 auto sampler. I sample sound effects with a mic or run a line from my computer to either my old kurzweil or Roland Fantom rack units. Can I sample that same way with auto sampler and load them into the EXS24?
Read MoreJanuary is always a slow month for musicians, myself included. Last night, I got to play a show with a trio I lead- my first gig in about 3 weeks. Last night’s show made me realize several things that get rusty when you’re haven’t played with others in awhile:
Read MoreThis week I cover books, amazing conversations, and relishing the moment.
Read MoreWith Mainstage gaining some significant competitors this year at winter NAMM, many people have been asking what I think of Native Instrument’s Komplete Kontrol, and Akai’s Advance Keyboard line.
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