What to Expect at a Recording Studio: The Ultimate Guide
You’ve played your song a hundred times—alone in your room, at shows, maybe even in front of a mirror with a hairbrush. Now it’s time to make your sound real.…
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10 Alternative Rock Music Albums We Loved from 2024
2024 was another year for the books, in all ways good and bad. But let’s focus on the good—some seriously awesome artists found footholds, and a few albums dropped that…
The Transference Joins HardStop Records
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Chicago, IL –1/29/25– HardStop Records is proud to announce the signing of The Transference, the Chicago-based alternative and indie rock band known for their evocative lyrics, soul-stirring…
How to Book a Recording Studio: An Artist’s Complete Guide
You’ve poured your heart into your music, writing lyrics, crafting melodies, and nailing every riff. But when you hit record at home, the sound falls flat, the mix doesn’t shine,…
Selling Merch at Concerts—The Ultimate Artist Guide
As an artist, you’re always looking for ways to increase the ways your work earns you money. While streaming your music and performing at gigs is the main source of…
6kitty Unveils Sophomore Album “Under Pins”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Chicago, IL – December 13, 2024 Chicago’s indie rock trio 6kitty proudly announces the release of their second album, Under Pins, now available on all major streaming…
How to Plan a Kick-Ass Music Tour: A Band’s Must-Have Guide
You started your band with the dream that one day, you’d be touring. Now the time has come to hit the road, connect with your fans, and show off the…
6kitty Releases Single “June”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Chicago, IL – November 14, 2024 – The wait is over: Chicago-based indie rock powerhouse 6kitty has released their latest single, “June” on Spotify and Bandcamp for…
How to Make Money on YouTube: A Musicians Guide
Looking for a platform that can get your music reach and help you monetize? YouTube reached 2.5 billion viewers in October of 2023. It’s the second most popular social network…
6kitty Joins HardStop Records
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Chicago, IL – 6/27/24 – HardStop Records is thrilled to announce the signing of 6kitty, the female-fronted trio from Chicago known for their blend of 90s alt-rock…