Going on tour, appearing on TV, being a frontline at a festival, and other big dreams are possible with hard work and a team like Indiefy to support you, however, the first of many steps to achieve these goals is to get your music out there, and to do that you must start by recording your material with enough quality to make your release.
Ok, yes, but how do I do that if I'm not yet a recognized artist and/or signed to a label? Making a career as an artist is not easy. Especially if you're looking to do it with your resources and they are limited.
Fortunately, taking the step to make a quality recording on a limited budget today is not as complicated as it was 20, 10, or even 5 years ago. The right technology is becoming more and more available to everyone and with these three tips, you can do it without decapitalizing yourself.
1. You don't need a big studio
Sure, recording your demo, single or first album at Electric Lady Studios in New York will surely ensure an impeccable sound with top-notch production, but achieving high-quality sound is possible even without hiring the services of a lower-end studio.
Consider that any studio charges by the day or hour and that a recording, no matter how good you are, is not immediate and requires several takes to achieve good results.
You can achieve the desired sound with the help of mid-range microphones, isolating the space with blankets, egg cartons, and other materials that help dampen the sound bounce, and collaborating with a good sound engineer who can guide you in the process.
2. Do it yourself (as much as you can).
Learning in a musician's career never ends, and this is not limited to purely musical knowledge; learn, learn as much as you can.
Basic knowledge in music production can help you take the reins of your project without spending all your resources and will help you start making recordings from home, without professional equipment, setting your schedule, creating habits of discipline, perfecting your skills, and forming the sound you want.
We also recommend learning about graphic design, photography, and more creative tools to help you give a more rounded shape to your project, knowledge has no limits!
3. Find your perfect team
If DIY isn't your thing and you require the help of a professional, try to find a producer and/or sound engineer that fits your possibilities and respects your vision.
You probably know someone who recently recorded a single or EP and their sound is what you're looking for. Contact whoever has been their collaborator and negotiate what you can achieve with your budget; if this person doesn't fit your current possibilities, they can probably channel you to someone else.
Remember that today's technology allows us to collaborate with people anywhere in the world; don't limit yourself to the local scene and expand your possibilities.
Follow these simple but compelling tips and start planning your next shoot. Don't let your budget be the excuse to take that step towards achieving your dreams. Remember that once your music is ready to be released, the Indiefy team is ready to help you place it on the right platforms, and get it to the right ears!
