Audio version [7:56] This article is not like others in its subject… It is not going to be a sales brochure that paints a nice bright picture of how simple it is to use royalty free music for everything. I certainly think that royalty free music licensing is a good idea and I do advocate […]
BBC & Media City Inspire New Composer & Music Producer Directory
PRESS RELEASE From: Media Music Now Contact: Lee Pritchard Tel: +44 (0)845 652 2173 www.mediamusicnow.co.uk *** For Immediate Release *** MANCHESTER, UK, 13th May 2008 Media Music Now is about to launch a new service aimed at TV, Film and Digital Media professionals. The new service, known as ‘The Composer Directory’, is a select group […]
Looping MP3’s in flash
I have been asked a number of times how you loop mp3’s using flash. Mp3’s have a portion of header information in the file that prevents seamless looping. Given that mp3 can be compressed to a number of qualities reducing the file size it is highly usable online and in flash. So, how do you […]
I am being played on local radio, I should join PRS! Right?
I have been in many discussions about the role of PRS I have been asked the following question numerous times by new composers and bands. When should I join PRS? In short I would say it is a judgement call on your part. In my experience, there are certain old school managers / music industry […]
10 Quick Tips for using music on your website
Love it or Loathe it, websites are becoming more media focused and music is becoming more common on the web. As broadband speeds increase, the web is becoming alive with the sound of music, glossy images and streaming video. Welcome to the online future! Tip 1 – Enhance it! Have music or sound if you […]
Basics Of Digital Audio Explained Using Streamed Examples
Unfortunately, explaining this subject even in basic terms requires some techno babble. I guess after reading this you will either want more detailed information or you will be reaching for the headache tablets and going for a lie down! If you are just trying to understand the best format to use for your project I […]
