It's all about the Music

Musicians Institute specializes in Contemporary Music. This board celebrates the musicians that teach us all how it's done.
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Happy Birthday to John Lennon, whose words & music continue to inspire musicians everywhere:  "If someone thinks that peace and love are just a cliche that must have been left behind in the 60s, that's a problem. Peace and love are eternal." Paul Mccartney, Albert Einstein, John Lennon, Spanish Quotes, Beatles, Films, Singer, Frases, Johnny
Happy Birthday to John Lennon, whose words & music continue to inspire musicians everywhere: "If someone thinks that peace and love are just a cliche that must have been left behind in the 60s, that's a problem. Peace and love are eternal."
Everybody's been playing the new Grand Theft Auto 5 this week (and digging its awesome soundtrack).  Notice anything familiar about the game's "Vinewood Institute?" Music, Soundtrack, Grand Theft Auto, Theft, Auto, Contemporary Music, Awesome, Contemporary
Everybody's been playing the new Grand Theft Auto 5 this week (and digging its awesome soundtrack). Notice anything familiar about the game's "Vinewood Institute?"
Musicians Institute challenges you to write a coherent sentence using as many names from Billboard's "21 under 21" as possible.  Example: Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber are headed in One Direction... http://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/pop-shop/5720544/21-under-21-musics-hottest-minors-2013 Harry Styles, Humour, People, Boy Bands, 5 Seconds Of Summer, One Direction, Members Of One Direction, 1d And 5sos
Musicians Institute challenges you to write a coherent sentence using as many names from Billboard's "21 under 21" as possible. Example: Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber are headed in One Direction... http://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/pop-shop/5720544/21-under-21-musics-hottest-minors-2013
All things considered: here's NPR's "all songs considered" Fall Music Preview. Enjoy! http://www.npr.org/blogs/allsongs/2013/09/24/224490956/fall-music-preview Celebrities, Autumn, Son Lux, Elverum, Jackson, Film, Preview, Fall
All things considered: here's NPR's "all songs considered" Fall Music Preview. Enjoy! http://www.npr.org/blogs/allsongs/2013/09/24/224490956/fall-music-preview
Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason (Official) gave The Wall Street Journal some insights on the legacy of his band, their use of Spotify and the current state of the music industry.  "As artists we used to have a ladder that we needed to climb, and there were clearly defined steps we needed to take, but now it feels like the first four rungs are missing.” http://blogs.wsj.com/tech-europe/2013/09/25/streaming-is-the-future-of-the-music-business-says-pink-floyd-drummer/?mod=wsj_streaming_stream Metal, Pink Floyd, Birmingham, James Brown, Roger Waters, Mason, Floyd, Heavy Metal, Thrash Metal
Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason (Official) gave The Wall Street Journal some insights on the legacy of his band, their use of Spotify and the current state of the music industry. "As artists we used to have a ladder that we needed to climb, and there were clearly defined steps we needed to take, but now it feels like the first four rungs are missing.” http://blogs.wsj.com/tech-europe/2013/09/25/streaming-is-the-future-of-the-music-business-says-pink-floyd-drummer/?mod=wsj_streaming_stream
Hey all! We're excited to share a new blog called No Label, No Problem. It's an amazing resource for everything indie musicians need to know. Their latest post is a really good one for those heading into the studio.  http://nolabelnoproblem.com/7-steps-professional-recording/ Music Theory, Studio, Music Recording Studio, Music Studio, Records, Music Business, Onstage, Music Composition
Hey all! We're excited to share a new blog called No Label, No Problem. It's an amazing resource for everything indie musicians need to know. Their latest post is a really good one for those heading into the studio. http://nolabelnoproblem.com/7-steps-professional-recording/
As Justin Timberlake prepares himself for Jimmy Kimmel Live tonight, do you think he is pondering wearing a "Canadian Tuxedo," aka the denim-on-denim outfit he wore to the 2001 American Music Awards? Marilyn Monroe, American Music Awards, Audrey Hepburn, Jennifer Aniston, Kate Moss, 90s Fashion, Juicy Couture, Britney Spears Justin Timberlake, Early 2000s Celebrities
As Justin Timberlake prepares himself for Jimmy Kimmel Live tonight, do you think he is pondering wearing a "Canadian Tuxedo," aka the denim-on-denim outfit he wore to the 2001 American Music Awards ?
Canadian rockers Walk Off The Earth have found that getting noticed in the music industry comes down to your songs, your brand, and how much effort you're willing to invest. Read this interesting article about a successful band that has some great feedback for you.  http://www.musicradar.com/news/guitars/walk-off-the-earth-build-a-youtube-following-584505 Youtube, Inspiration, Nice, Walk Off The Earth, Walk The Earth, Just Amazing, Movies
Canadian rockers Walk Off The Earth have found that getting noticed in the music industry comes down to your songs, your brand, and how much effort you're willing to invest. Read this interesting article about a successful band that has some great feedback for you. http://www.musicradar.com/news/guitars/walk-off-the-earth-build-a-youtube-following-584505
Expect some heavier-than-usual crowds around MI's campus next week! A quarter-mile stretch of Hollywood Boulevard will shut down for consecutive free concerts from Paul McCartney (Monday, 9/23) and Justin Timberlake (Tuesday, 9/24). Both artists will appear on Jimmy Kimmel Live, treating fans to special performances to promote their new albums.  http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/paul-mccartney-justin-timberlake-shutting-down-hollywood-boulevard-20130918 David Beckham, Pepsi Center, Denver, Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake Songs, Timberlake, Jay Z
Expect some heavier-than-usual crowds around MI's campus next week! A quarter-mile stretch of Hollywood Boulevard will shut down for consecutive free concerts from Paul McCartney (Monday, 9/23) and Justin Timberlake (Tuesday, 9/24). Both artists will appear on Jimmy Kimmel Live, treating fans to special performances to promote their new albums. http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/paul-mccartney-justin-timberlake-shutting-down-hollywood-boulevard-20130918
Using a ProTools technique called Strip Silence, Audio Engineering Program Instructor Shaun Youth shows you how to remove amp noise and get your guitar recordings sounding better than ever.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwsTqRawlVY Art, Acoustic, Recorder Music, Noise, Bass Guitar Lessons, Audio, Guitar Lessons
Using a ProTools technique called Strip Silence, Audio Engineering Program Instructor Shaun Youth shows you how to remove amp noise and get your guitar recordings sounding better than ever. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwsTqRawlVY
Guitarists: use your resources! You can learn and be inspired, for free! Acoustic Guitar sends some of the best lessons/videos on the internet via their mailing list. This particular lesson, by Sean McGowan, an be utilized on your acoustic or electric. Enjoy! http://www.acousticguitar.com/How-To/Harmonize-a-Melodic-Line-with-Block-Chords?spMailingID=6798009&spUserID=NTg2MjU2MTE1MDcS1&spJobID=168876543&spReportId=MTY4ODc2NTQzS0 Learning, Electric, Videos, Guitar, Guitarist, Internet
Guitarists: use your resources! You can learn and be inspired, for free! Acoustic Guitar sends some of the best lessons/videos on the internet via their mailing list. This particular lesson, by Sean McGowan, an be utilized on your acoustic or electric. Enjoy! http://www.acousticguitar.com/How-To/Harmonize-a-Melodic-Line-with-Block-Chords?spMailingID=6798009&spUserID=NTg2MjU2MTE1MDcS1&spJobID=168876543&spReportId=MTY4ODc2NTQzS0
Hey MI Keyboard students: have you heard about Yamaha's new AvantGrand hybrid piano?  Is it a game-changer?  Check out some of its amazing features in this clip. http://www.nytimes.com/video/2013/09/04/technology/personaltech/100000002420726/100-seconds-with-pogue-avantgrand-piano.html Technology, Musicals, Design, Keyboard, Home, Music Instruments, Heard, Yamaha Corporation
Hey MI Keyboard students: have you heard about Yamaha's new AvantGrand hybrid piano? Is it a game-changer? Check out some of its amazing features in this clip. http://www.nytimes.com/video/2013/09/04/technology/personaltech/100000002420726/100-seconds-with-pogue-avantgrand-piano.html
Warner Music Group has announced a deal that will allow the label and its acts (CeeLo, Coldplay, Green Day) to collect royalties when their songs are played on Clear Channel radio stations. It's sure to benefit the two companies, but what about independent artists who aren't part of the deal? Read on to see how your career could be affected:  http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/13/business/media/clear-channel-warner-music-deal-rewrites-the-rules-on-royalties.html Green Day, Songs, Coldplay, Warner Music Group, Radio Stations, Radio Station, Channel, Radio
Warner Music Group has announced a deal that will allow the label and its acts (CeeLo, Coldplay, Green Day) to collect royalties when their songs are played on Clear Channel radio stations. It's sure to benefit the two companies, but what about independent artists who aren't part of the deal? Read on to see how your career could be affected: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/13/business/media/clear-channel-warner-music-deal-rewrites-the-rules-on-royalties.html
Want to see Metallica's wild new movie, Metallica Through The Never, in IMAX 3D? On Wednesday 9/18 from 11am-3pm, the band will send its street team to the Hollywood Passage on MI's campus, where they'll be giving away free movie passes for that night's 7:30pm showing at AMC Burbank 16. They'll also have plenty of shirts, hats, stickers, posters and other cool Metallica swag, so come check it out! Marvel, Comic Con, Hd Movies, Imax, Dane Dehaan, Dvd, Rock
Want to see Metallica's wild new movie, Metallica Through The Never, in IMAX 3D? On Wednesday 9/18 from 11am-3pm, the band will send its street team to the Hollywood Passage on MI's campus, where they'll be giving away free movie passes for that night's 7:30pm showing at AMC Burbank 16. They'll also have plenty of shirts, hats, stickers, posters and other cool Metallica swag, so come check it out!
LOXX USA will be in the Passageway at MI today from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Stop by and see the awesome strap lock systems they offer. Pick up some for your acoustic or electric, bass or guitar. Be there! Also, check out their site at: http://www.loxxusa.com/ Strap, Offer, Check, Lock
LOXX USA will be in the Passageway at MI today from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Stop by and see the awesome strap lock systems they offer. Pick up some for your acoustic or electric, bass or guitar. Be there! Also, check out their site at: http://www.loxxusa.com/