There’s a calculated formula that seems to be inevitably incorporated into the career of any successful recording artist or band. The starving artist grinds their way to the top, playing every dive bar in the country while living off Ramen noodles, until their illusions of grandeur are fulfilled by signing a record contract. Once that freshly inked signature is cemented over that dotted line, the sky’s the limit. Arena concerts, global tours, private jets; all the rockstar elements that once seemed inconceivable are now a preposterous reality.
But perhaps the most intriguing dynamic to the transition from artist-to-star-to-icon is the…
James Joyce was rumored to prefer writing while lying down on his stomach, wearing a white coat and using oversized blue pencils to combat his poor eyesight. Hunter S. Thompson famously rewrote F. Scott Fitzgerald’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ word for word every time he was suffering from writer’s block, just to get himself in the headspace of a successful writer. William Faulkner’s secret for his influential writing was… Whiskey… Lots, and lots of whiskey…
In other words, every writer tends to have their own unique routines, quirks, and methods when it comes to approaching and preparing to transcribe their thoughts…
Besides being known as the city where Robert Zimmerman transitioned into Bob Dylan and the town that Prince built, Minneapolis has long garnished a reputation of being both a mainstream and underground musician’s hub. From harboring the harsh anthems of punk icons The Replacements and Husker Du, to generating grunge heavyweights such as Soul Asylum and Babes In Toyland, to recently providing the hip-hop origins of Grammy-winning Lizzo, Minneapolis continues to prove itself as an eclectic metropolitan backdrop for a wide variety of musical talent.
Nowadays, it seems like many of the infinite activities one could partake in during a stay in Bloomington, Minnesota contrast the social distance guidelines we try to abide by during this ‘new normal’. From care-free afternoons with the kids at Nickelodeon Universe, to adrenaline-filled Saturdays at Valleyfair, to komodo dragon sightings at the Minnesota Zoo, the pandemic has curtailed many of the iconic experiences that make Bloomington one of Minnesota’s most visited cities. But just as we’ve been able to confront and conquer many of the challenges the Coronavirus outbreak has bestowed upon us, there are still plenty of fun…
While the Coronavirus pandemic has altered, challenged, and impacted our daily routines in a variety of inconceivable ways, few trades have dealt with sheer uncertain and dubious futures quite like the service industry. Across the nation, restaurants and bars have fallen victim to precautionary procedures put in place to limit spreading of the virus. In Minnesota, Minneapolis has witnessed the closings of a diverse range of revered establishments, from the upscale Bachelor Farmer and Butcher & the Boar to local greasy spoon favorites such as The Egg & I and Curran’s Family Restaurant.
In the world of websites, first impressions are everything. And if your event website predominately displays stock photos of tuxedo attendees sipping champagne or dull colors that fail to convey excitement, you could be turning people off before they even have a chance to click your ‘About’ page. Your website needs a clear cut visual presentation that’s sophisticated and elegant, without being too busy or overwhelming. Don’t be afraid to be bold with a vivid display of colors, but balance out audacious designing with minimal, modern backgrounds. Make sure any images, graphics, or videos you use are specific to your…
The daily grind of a copywriter consists of a scattered routine that bridges a gap between harnessing the journalistic instincts of an investigative reporter and boasting the voice of an influential salesperson. One minute you’re analyzing dozens of pages on SEO keyword research, the next you’re scratching your scalp trying to summon a synonym for ‘luxury’. It’s a thankless gig that requires relentless multi-tasking, renowned vocabulary, and pristine comprehension to understand how their content can reach, engage, and influence people.
Lee Odden, one of the most influential marketing strategists today, elegantly breaks down the ‘content’ copywriters produce as, “… the…
Perhaps the only thing more challenging than providing clients and customers with superb financial assistance is actually creating an accessible, resourceful, and informative financial website. For most people, comprehending an industry that can be as dry, tedious, and competitive as financial services is asking a whole lot. Nonetheless, if there’s one thing people can’t get enough help with, it’s managing their money. Which is why it’s crucial that you maximize the potential of your financial website so you can generate more traffic, gain more clients, and become an ideal resource for all things monetary. …
As we continue to manage the course of our lives during an unprecedented global pandemic, finding time to circle back to the hobbies or goals that define us may feel like a daunting task. However, one of the primary recommendations for coping with stress throughout this abnormal era is to maintain your daily routines as much as possible, such as outdoor exercise or maintaining social relationships, as long as they can be carried out in safe, productive, and healthy manners.
So as another Minneapolis summer cools off and transitions into a Midwest fall, the changing of seasonal guard presents us…
The Marshall amplifier stacks are plugged in, the condenser microphones have been mic-checked, and the red recording light on the new Pro Tools track is blinking and patiently waiting to be clicked. The only thing that’s missing are the musicians…
If you’re an experienced recording engineer who’s recently launched their own music studio or is currently getting it off the ground, designing a sleek and striking website is your best chance to promote your new business, as well as separate you from the rest of the pack. A beautifully designed, yet simplistically accessible music studio website is your opportunity to…
