My Favorite Music Podcasts for 2019 by Alby Odum
I recently joked that I no longer listen to music but exclusively to music podcasts. That is at least while driving. Warning! Don’t let this happen to you. Proceed with caution. The following list is my favorite music industry podcasts with a short description all divided into categories. I use Apple Podcasts app, Stitcher, and […]
DARA USF Program Featured in Illinois Entertainer November 2017 Issue
Getting a Bachelor’s degree as a studio engineer and related audio arts has been the domain of downtown educational institutions, but The University of St. Francis’ Digital Audio Recording Arts (DARA) program has been making its mark offering potential students and those interested in the program since 2012. Studiophile talked to Jeff Jaskowiak Director of […]
EQ or Compress First?
There are no hard and fast rules here, but it is still an interesting topic to be explored. Click here. For the full article.
Musician Release Template
Release forms are imperative in making sure all parties involved in a project are aware of the legal implications required of them if they decide to participate. Here is an basic example of a Musician Release and Waiver form that will come in handy for all your future projects. [button link=”http://darausf.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Musician-release-template.rtf” type=”green” button_icon=”icon-download-alt” align=”left” target=”_self”] […]
10 Things to Consider to Compete as a Recording Artist in the Digital Age
The digital age presents many challenges and opportunities for musicians and recording artists. Here are 10 thoughts compiled by Alby Odum and Jeff Jaskowiak instructors from the Digital Audio Recording Arts program (DARA)at the University of St. Francis that wrestle with this new reality. Please feel free to comment, rip or enhance these thoughts. [button […]
Performance Royalty Organizations
Publishers and songwriters should register with one of three PROs to receive royalties. www.ascap.com www.bmi.com www.sesac.com www.soundexchange.com – Register with soundexchange to receive Artist/Master royalties http://www.copyright.gov/ – copyright your music http://harryfox.com/ – acquire license legally for song uses