Advice
Advice for musicians and unsigned artists. From starting out to recording, playing live, choosing a record deal and building an online fanbase
If you're making music, you'll find everything you need to know here, whether you want to get the most out of your studio time, take your live show to the next level or just find out more about the business.
With advice from those that work in the industry, artists starting out and artists that have been there and done it, you'll find something that helps you take your next step, whatever you want that to be.
Find the area of music that you need to know most about and then explore our text and videos featuring industry experts and the odd famous face.
Find the advice you need
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Starting out
Tips on getting together, rehearsing, getting the right kit together and writing your first songs. Everything you need to know about how to work in perfect harmony.
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Recording
Featuring recording tips, advice for working with producers and the values of doing remixes
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Playing live
Gigging experience is invaluable. The more you play live, the more confident you will become as a band, solo artist or DJ
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Getting noticed and online promotion
Expert advice on doing it yourself, sending out demos, generating a buzz and making the most of online
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The right deal for you
Find out how to choose what's best for you to get your music made, supported and heard
Clips
Related links on the web

More industry advice
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Funding your music projects
Advice from author Remi Harris on crowd funding and grants
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BBC Introducing Masterclass 2013
Back for a third year and bigger than ever with sessions across five UK locations
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Your money and your rights
Read our guides on publishing, sampling, and useful terms
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Choosing a label
Advice videos tackle the benefits of indies and majors
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How to make tracks and demos
Short video tips from Jake Gosling, Toddla T and DJ Target
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What do these guys do?
Watch our video guides on jobs and roles in the music industry
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Jake Bugg on playing live
The singer invites us to his UK show to hand out some touring tips
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Twin B on music industry roles
The 1Xtra DJ guides you through the industry's key positions
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Making your first steps
Video guides on how you can get started
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Tips for making the most of online
Online experts talk about how you can build a buzz