Vol. 10

Why every artist needs an EPK

Author

Lance Marwood
October 09, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes

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// Disruptive Discourse

Hard-hitting advice that cuts through the bullshit and arms artists with what they really need to thrive in this sharkfest of an industry.

Why Every Artist Needs an Electronic Press Kit (EPK)

If you're serious about your music career—and I mean dead serious—it's time to get your shit together and create an Electronic Press Kit (EPK). Here's why you can't afford to ignore this any longer.

// Riot Guide

No-fluff guides that show you how to take your music hustle to the next level—step by step, no excuses

Repurpose Your Press Coverage: 50 Kick-Ass Prompts to Ignite Your Social Media

Alright you monsters, you’ve got some press coverage—now what? Sitting on it won’t do you any favors. It’s time to flip that press into engaging social media content that’ll make the industry take notice.

// Industry Insider

Unfiltered interviews with industry pros spilling the real secrets on surviving and thriving in today’s music game

Byron Fry Discusses His Career and Perception of the Music Industry

Over the course of decades, Byron Fry has proven himself to be one of the most talented and versatile professionals in the Los Angeles music scene. Byron Fry joins us for a thorough conversation on the music industry, his career, and where he sees things moving in the future.

// Truth or Trash?

Think you know what’s legit? Test your music industry smarts by calling out the fake from the real

Welcome to Truth or Trash, where the gullible are rewarded with gifs and the sleuths with news. Can you guess which one is the fake?

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// V13 Vanguard

Shining a spotlight on the trailblazing artists who are flipping the script and redefining what it means to make music

Creature Creature

Brighton’s Creature Creature, an alt-rock/punk force, emerged with a fervor to shake up the music scene. Comprised of Scully (lyrics/vocals), Zeus (guitar), Seb Cole (keyboard/backing vocals), Dave Cobley (bass), and Matt Hill (drums), they’ve channeled their frustration into their Tommy Gleeson-produced EP, “The Noise,” born out of a collaboration with Billy Lunn (The Subways).

// Truth or Trash Answer:

We made up the Danzig one (#2): But oh man what do you reckon that restaurant would be called? Best answer gets a kiss (terms and conditions apply).

Stay sharp, stay skeptical, and keep making your own damn headlines.

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