Call to Action!!

Do you know a young musician that needs a mentor or a place to “play out”? Do you have a great idea for a F.A.M.E.-endorsed activity, a suggestion for a new performance venue to cultivate or a fund-raising plan? Bring it! Here are the steps to follow to make your idea...

Tips for CDs

Hi folks! A bit of conversation between a couple of Board members (Karen Fetters and Ron Goad) regarding Loralyn Coles and evolving into some helpful suggestions about CD artwork and such. In a message dated 6/11/2012 12:48:47 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,...

How to Write a Good Press Release for your new album

From “Music Promotion 101: Album Press Release Guide” on TrackHustle.com A well written press release is the first step in getting some attention for your new album. Use this template to help you organize your information. Note that this template was written with...

Courtesy & Consideration- Ron Goad

Manners are in the ear of the beholder, and quite subjective. During the routines of regularly scheduled open mics, showcases, and other events, there are many opportunities to demonstrate good character and practice courtesy. The effects are not only professional,...

Defining “Acoustic” Music? – Todd C. Walker

The definition of acoustic music has changed. At one time, acoustic simply meant ‘un-amplified’. It now also means, in a performance sense, music that is generated by acoustic instruments that have had their sound enhanced by some sort of amplification device (mics,...