Tag Archives: Music Biz

The SonicScoop Year in Review: Top Audio & Music Business Developments of 2012

2012 was simply intense — we gather up the good and the bad from this epic year. Continue reading

Do Producer Managers Help Your Career? An In-Depth Report

We look at which producers, mixers, and engineers may benefit from management, and how they can get representation. Continue reading

Avid Sells Consumer Audio and Video Lines; Reduces Staff Another 20%

This unsurprising news raises more questions about the future of Pro Tools. Continue reading

“Deconstructing the Beatles”: How a New Fab Four Franchise Was Built

NYC composer Scott Freiman’s journey proves that following your heart can be truly rewarding. Continue reading

The Indie Studio’s REAL Guide to Booking Indie Artists — Kaleidoscope Sound Responds to Erin Barra

An NJ studio owner has something to say to SonicScoop blogger Erin Barra. Continue reading

Industry Intel: Recording Engineer Salaries (By Industry and Region)

Find out where the audio jobs are today – and how much they pay. Continue reading

Skyline Recording Studios Closes; Chung King Reopening in Former Skyline Space

An elite facility is gone, but seems poised to make a quick return. Continue reading

When A Superstar Dies, Where Do Her Sessions Go? Why Whitney Houston Mattered to NYC

Don’t forget: World-class divas like her make a great deal of their history in the studio. Continue reading

Was Steve Jobs Good for Music?

The Master of Musical Puppets — would we have been better off if he weren’t pulling the strings? It’s a swell magic spell that the Mac has cast on our tracks. Continue reading

Gobbler: A File Backup, Transfer & Organizing Tool Made Just For You

Chris Kantrowitz developed his new cloud-based software service, Gobbler, specifically for audio professionals. Why? Because you need it! Continue reading