On the weekend of the 15th-16th of June, your favourite pop of colour attended the Country Music Awards of Ontario (the CMAO’s) with a media pass, a smile, big hair, and an even bigger personality.

If, in the current state of the music industry, live performances are an artist’s bread and butter, then a music festival slot is an ornately decorated, multi-tiered cake.

This article makes a case for small town gigs, and why they should be given equal consideration to city venues.

While every artist has their own style, the performer should always be the best dressed in the room.

Wear what you feel comfortable in. Today is not the day to try those brand new formal shoes, that high-street leotard that requires double-sided tape, or anything out of your fashion comfort zone.

All are legit ways to let women in the music business know we are welcome here and valued. Let’s get started.

Have you ever considered leveraging this sugary, instant popularity booster for business purposes?

Congratulations on landing a slot at a music festival! Whether this will be your first time hitting a big, outdoor stage or you’re a seasoned pro looking for ways to make the most from this opportunity, this article is for you.

The tides are turning in the music industry – many artists aim to be seen as valuable partners, not fireable employees to reputable music companies.

I’m going to explain four generalized reasons as to why Target failed in Canada, and how bands planning their out-of-town tours can learn from them.

Are you a shy extrovert? No, that’s not a contradiction. An extrovert gets energized by being around people. A shy one gets nervous jumping head-first into a large group at a party or networking event. Do you wish they would just come over and strike up a conversation with you instead?

From February 1st-3rd, 2017, my hometown of Ottawa, Canada was host to the MEGAPHONO Music Showcase and Conference.