Feb 13, 2023 · The essay's a pretty depressing rundown of how the economy of being signed to a major music label was in the 90s, but I honestly doubt things are much better ...
Oct 9, 2024 · I stumbled upon this old piece by Steve Albini (RIP) "The Problem with Music" that was intended to be a warning to up and coming artists.
May 10, 2024 · 7.5K subscribers in the sixthworldmusic community. Vibrational emanations from unknown/forbidden realms and general sonic mindfuckery.
May 9, 2024 · Steve Albini - The Problem with Music - classic essay by the late great producer about how the music industry is designed to screw artists.
May 17, 2024 · Tribute to Steve Albini (a Reading from "The Problem with Music").
May 8, 2024 · Radio is gone, labels are run very differently, merch is usually handled by the band themselves and expenses are so unrecognizably different ...
Apr 29, 2013 · This article is a scathing and eye-opening piece of history. I think bands now are naturally wary of people wanting to profit off their art.
Aug 15, 2023 · He's a straight shooter and has always been dedicated to the music, not any of the bullshit that comes along with it.
Sep 24, 2012 · Luckily, you don't need a quarter of million dollars to record studio album these days. Heil technology!
Jan 27, 2024 · For example -- he criticizes the idea of not committing effects. He says, "If you like the way something sounds, just record it that way and be ...