November - 2013

A Tale Of 8 Tottenhams: 8. Bruce Castle and Lordship Lane

Musicians can be sarcastic little buggers at the best of times, and many times when we mention the area of Bruce Castle the retort is,...

May 20, 2022

Why all unsigned bands should record their music independently, without any outside help. Part 2/2.

Bands today are following the example made by bands in the 1960s by trying to get signed. The rules have changed since then, and here's why.

Apr 29, 2022

Why all unsigned bands should record their music independently, without any outside help. Part 1/2.

There is nothing that will empower your band more than taking on the responsibility of creating your own success.

Oct 1, 2021

How to prevent your band's gear from getting stolen, and what to do if it happens?

Preparing for this eventuality in advance can save you £1,000s, and could be the difference between the band continuing or not. Act now!

Sep 3, 2021

9 small improvements that all rehearsal studios can offer.

Sometimes lots of planning, spare items, elbow grease and communicating with the bands goes a lot further than spending money. Here's how.

Oct 1, 2020

10 things I learned from chatting to over 100 other rehearsal studios during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chatting to other rehearsal studios made me realise that the support system for the grassroots music industry needs dramatic improvement.

Apr 13, 2020

Long term political policies, not COVID-19, is the biggest cause for the closure of UK music venues

COVID-19 was the final nail in the coffin for many in the music industry, but there were also numerous mistakes that led to that point.

Feb 21, 2015

The Death Of The London Music Scene, Part 2.

by Jimmy Mulvihill February 21 2015 Part 1 of this article is here. It may sound like something out of a public relations handbook, but...

Sep 26, 2013

How To Increase Your Chances Of Getting A Job In A Recording/Rehearsal Studios

We've had 400+ job applications here, and have filled 18 job positions since 2005. Here's our view on what made candidates stand out.

Bally Rehearsal Studios.
Tottenham Hale, N17. London.