Jun 4, 2019 | In The Know
While social media and shared playlists have become the most popular ways to find new music in 2022, music blogs still remain one of the best channels for learning about new music from new or largely unheard-of bands and artists. No matter what genre you’re interested...
May 20, 2019 | In The Know
One of the best things about living in a city like Austin is the availability of open mic nights to sharpen your skills on stage. As an aspiring singer-songwriter and musician, it is important to practice your craft and try to play on stage as much as you can, so an...
May 7, 2019 | In The Know
The Billboard Hot 100 chart has long been the measure of success for popular musicians, but it has always only been based on U.S. based streams and downloads. But on May 6, 2019, Billboard announced The Global 100 chart, which will expand its reach around the world, a...
May 6, 2019 | In The Know
Musicians Institute and the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) have a long history in collaborating and using our instructors and student talent at the annual ASCAP Expo. The 2019 Expo from May 2- May 4 was no different, and MI was on hand...
Apr 10, 2019 | In The Know
Every year, Musicians Institute is so proud our alumni and current students step outside of the classroom and book gigs and tours on some of the coolest stages around the country, and the world. We believe that this real world experience is what will make MI alumni...
Apr 2, 2019 | In The Know
Marvin Gaye was a staple of the Motown era and he continues to be an icon for the hits that he lent to popular culture. Although his life came to a devastating end on April 1, 1984, today, April 2, is the day to celebrate his birthday and the joy that Gaye’s...
Mar 20, 2019 | In The Know
The original Woodstock Music Festival in 1969 was an iconic moment in music history, where over 400,000 music fans got together and ushered in the growing counterculture movement. Music has always been closely tied to society, identity and politics, and it only makes...
Mar 18, 2019 | In The Know
We have some good news to share from some Musicians Institute alumni! Drum program alum Bianca Richardson, Keyboard alum Renny Goh, and Guitar program alum Billy Lebua are part of the touring band for up and coming singer, Conan Gray. Conan started gaining a fan base...
Mar 8, 2019 | In The Know
It’s International Women’s Day! Musicians Institute wanted to celebrate all of the brilliant female artists that have shaped our music history as it is today. Women have made a mark in every genre and corner of the entertainment industry, and their stories...
