Fruity Loops Still The King Of Beat Making...The Free Version

    Fruity Loops




FL Studio The Free Version click here

  Unofficially the God Father Beat Making the program, Fruity Loops has been around for while. Kind of like the Nokia was to cell phones back in the 1990's. At one point it was known as "the" program of beat making. Of course like everything else the market has since become over saturated with hundreds of similar programs. Always known as a complete program, Fruity Loops left little to be desired. All that was needed besides it was a good voice. Also very user friendly as it integrated seamlessly with most if not all computers and their software. 
    The one feature that really set Fruity Loops apart was called "Ghost Notes" which gave the program the unique ability to see and manipulate notes of other instruments on the piano roll. 
  Seems the same thing that made it such a success back then is still effective, variety. Maybe what made it so valuable to up and coming artist back then and now is how versatile the program is. Easily working with any type of music and every type of beat maker.
     Fortunately the program has managed to keep up with the industry in terms of functionality. The additions made to the program seem to be whats needed as the digital revolution constantly changes what's required to make music.  It seems FL allows for more creativity from the artist with such a vast assortment of options right at their fingertips. 
   So whether you're a serious musician or just have a hobby with melody download a copy of the (FREE) new Fruity Loops called FL Studio from this link or just click here.
      
     
       
      

The 56th Annual Grammy Awards - Independent Musicians Ultimate Showcase




Independent Musicians Reign Supreme At The 56th Annual Grammy's 


   The hands-down biggest event in  the music industry took place last night at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The ceremony overall was, for all that witnessed, a spectacular display of artistic creativity on many levels. I mean the performances were some of the best of this young year, 2014. Jay-Z and Beyonce' kicked it off in grand fashion with their open uncut performance. That like always clearly lived up to the hype. And from there it just kept getting better. I took a seat front and center once I made the choice to switch from the Pro-Bowl on...I decided this Sunday Eve I wanted to be entertained. Didn't feel like watching a bunch of Millionaire athletes pretend to play a game with significant meaning (did you see last year's game).

  This years Grammy's did an amazing job of seamlessly integrating the classic artist of the past with the new and upcoming artist of today's music. I watched very impressed as each class of musicians showed utter respect for one another as musicians, as artist and most important as people.  early on I had a feeeling this year's award's show was going to be special. I also wanted see the impact "Independent Musicians" would have have on the show. I wasn't at all disappointed! Artist winning Grammy's, Independent Artist winning Grammy's and all I could say was "I knew it!" It was indeed the independent musicians day in the sun as artist took home awards for music that had been 100%
 
  Paul McCartney sang with the same beautiful ageless voice that will never leave him. The homage paid to the Beatles overall was amazing. It seemed to spread throughout the Staples Center as the announcers paid homage that spread into the audience that ultimately got a hold of several of the artist, both young and hold. It was one of the classiest acts I've ever seen in show business.
     As far as performances go Kayte Perry gave us our monies worth. The song she sang was a nice unique song I personally felt a deep meaning for. I like how she put herself deep into her music, to the point were it transcended several barriers, barriers such as Genre a so forth. This was music music everyone could relate to in all phases of life. This was what made the world go 'round, the melodic beat of music is and has been for centuries the melodic movement that keeps mankind in rhythm with life, with love, with himself. Beyonce' managed to do the same if not more with her performance of of "Drunk In Love". And Pink well...it was a performance to remember. Overall I can say that no performance was a let down. They were all in my opinion fabulous expression of artist truly sharing with us what makes them so special, so unique.
  if nothing more this years Grammy's  showed Independent Artist clearly that the dream is worth living. To win A Grammy without  being signed to a major label is a clear sign of the bright and unlimited future of Independent Artist and the absolute control they now have over their music.

***In case you missed it here a link to the entire show performances, awards everything here at 56th Annual Grammy's or just click here

Hope you enjoyed the article and power to Indy Musicians!





Tunecore - A Place For Independent Musicians

Tunecore 



The Ultimate Home For Independent Musicians



      This company has taken the music industry to a whole new level. This video gives a great explanation of the company, the service, the benefits and so much more. I like the concept of the Tunecore Community. A one stop shop for music protection, a service that helps a musician keep his music and the rights to it as well. Companies like Tunecore clearly show just how much the industry has changed over the last few years. And more importantly what direction it is going in!

   It explains how the power has been taken from the major labels and record companies. Tunecore seems to be a "Diamond" in the rough as more and more musicians seek to remain independent. Tunecore does a great job of getting your music out to the public.Below are some of the major distributors Tunecore uses to "GET YOUR MUSIC OUT!"
iTunes
AmazonMP3
Spotify
 Shazaam
Slacker
X Box Music
Google Play

As musicians we know cost is an issue. Fortunately Tunecore has done a great job in keeping cost way down while at the same time allowing you to keep ALL of your earnings. Below is simple breakdown of cost associated with the services:
Music Distribution
Albums     - $ 29.99 1st Year 
Single        - $ 9.99  Per Year 
Ringtones  - $ 19.99 Per Year
 Here's what you get in return...
* 100% of all sales revenue! 
* 100% of all rights!
*  Worldwide distribution via more than 75 networked partners
* Daily trend reports !
* Monthly sales reports!
* Cover Art! 
Music Publishing 
One time $75 Set Up Fee
Here's what you get in return...
* 90% of publishing royalties "we" collect for you! 
* 100% of all music rights 
* Worldwide royalties collection
* Unlimited song registration
* Compatible with BMI, ASCAP and SESAC 
* Makes your music available for TV film via sync licensing!

***Another great benefit of being a part of the Tunecore Community is the actual tutoring and mentoring that most if not all musicians really really need. A good example is the video below that does an awesome job of explaining Copyright from A to Z! The video is a part of a series that teaches musicians how to sell their (already protected) music on a world-wide scale. 

All royalties are yours to keep under this agreement.  You as artist have much more control over your music when using a service like TuneCore. Of course I will suggest you protect your music well before you share it in any way shape or form. I'm sure you know as artist how important it is to Copyright your music. Yet take a few minutes and look at the video posted below ( or by clicking here Copyright 101). Understand more than just the basics learn all 6 of your legal rights as covered under Copyright. Guaranteed something to learn and benefit from.


Copyright - How To Legally Own Your Music

Copyright - How to  legally own your music



Copyright – The exclusive right of a musician in his in artistic works for a prescribed number of years.

This step maybe the most important in terms of protection. This is the best possible protection also from a legal standpoint as a copyright clearly defines ownership 100%. a properly filed copyright protects your music in many ways. This is the lock and key for your music. Copyright law is what prevents people, companies organizations from stealing your music! With your music safely registered with the U.S. Copyright Office no one can illegally copy or sell your music. Without a copyright your music can be copied and sold, and there would be nothing you could do about it. Fortunately the process itself is very simple. You start by going to the website www.copyright.gov and selecting the proper link to begin registering your music. Fortunately there are only two forms that apply to music. I've listed both forms below with a brief explanation. In most if not all cases when it comes to music Form SR is used.

American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers - A Musicians Best Friend



American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Always protect your music!

     ASCAP is the single best organization in the music industry. It is every musicians absolute best friend in a lot of ways. As artist we love to create. But we all know somewhere along the way realistically speaking, we have to consider getting paid. What makes  ASCAP such a great organization is that it is managed, owned and operated by peers. ASCAP, synonym for American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers is a membership based association consisting of over 500,000 U.S. based composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers of every kind style, kind, shape and form.