November Update

Hey everyone,

We're thrilled when we hear about some of the successes our artists are having. Vincenza's new song "Silent Screams" just came in as the #1 Most Added Song on National New Music Weekly's AC Radio Charts! Congratulations Vincenza!
And Akinori, a songwriter from Japan, has his new song "Hold You" on hold with a Grammy Award winning producer! And now it looks like the rock group Payer has attracted some serious record label interest. Way to go guys!! (All music produced by The Skyelab Music Group)
HEAR THE MUSIC

We're happy to finally introduce our new Gold Hip Hop Package, which is a production package designed specifically for the Rapper/Hip Hop artist. It has everything the hip hop artist needs, from music production and internet promotion, and internet promotion, to music battles and contests!
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Some of you might remember my monthly column in Home Recording Magazine titled "Tales From the Trenches". Now I'll be writing articles about music production for Getsigned.com.
Check out the new piece, "4 Fatal Recording Mistakes You Must Avoid".

Vocal coach Pilar has contributed another tip for singers. (Thanks Pilar!) Her NY Vocal Intensive is coming up in December, so contact her for more info. Skyelab clients receive a 10% discount.

Remember, only the ones serious enough to actually "do it" have any chance of succeeding. Let us know if we can help.

All the best,
Arty Skye

4 Fatal Recording Mistakes You Must Avoid

Any Cooks Out There?

Music production is very similar to cooking. You start out with a wide selection of ingredients that need to be prepared properly, enhanced with the right combination of spices and herbs and then cooked. In a professional chef's hands, the dish can be mouthwatering and truly heavenly! But, left to an amateur who is unaware of all the fundamentals and subtleties needed to prepare a great dinner, and you'll probably end up with something mediocre at best, or at worst, something completely gross and inedible. Try feeding that to a food critic and you won't get good reviews, I assure you. So why try to feed a bad sounding music demo to a record company executive who hears great music productions all day long?

At SkyeLab Music, we're constantly asked to rework raw music demos cooked by artists or producers who don't really know their way around the kitchen! While some singers are extremely talented with fantastic voices, the reality is they'll never get any serious attention without a tasty music production served up piping hot! Mmmm!
So, at SkyeLab, we put together a list of easy cooking instructions and tips that are sure to enhance any music demo or master and leave hungry fans begging for more!

1. GO EASY ON THE SAUCE
Too much sauce can ruin an otherwise great dish, just like too much reverb (or the wrong reverb) can destroy an otherwise fine demo. This is probably the most common problem we hear on amateur demos. Check to make sure you don't sound like you're singing in the Lincoln tunnel, especially if the band sounds like it's still in Central Park.

2. QUACK LIKE A DUCK...

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David Frazier joins the Skyelab Music Group

Project Manager David Frazier

We'd happy to welcome David, our new project manager here at SkyeLab! Here's a little about him...

In his high school years, David promoted local bands and artists around Baltimore. It taught him the tough grind of the music industry. After high school, he joined the Marine Corp and dreamt of the day when he could further his music career. After his four years away from civilization, David was honorably discharged from the Marines and decided to go college for music. He attended Full Sail University and graduated with a Bachelors in Entertainment Business.

Since moving to New York City, David has worked for both Columbia Records in the marketing and promotions dept. and EMI Music Publishing in the creative division. We're all glad to have him here at The Skyelab Music Group working with us!

"This is the great opportunity here at Skyelab for me. I love working one on one with the artist and I understand what they need. My goal is to make the artist feel as comfortable as possible so they are able to express their true emotion though their music".

As project manager, David coordinates all aspects of the production and the promotion.

If you'd like to schedule a FREE CONSULTATION, please call or email Dave and he'll be happy to set it up.

October Update

Hey everyone,

I hope you all had a fun summer! I certainly did :)
But now and it's back to work, big time!

The Indy music scene is growing faster than ever. The opportunities for independent artists continue to grow as the major record labels continue to decline. Many FAMOUS ARTISTS are choosing NOT to resign with their record labels and they're going independent.

Some of you may have already talked to our new project manager, David Frazier. I'm happy to say everyone really likes him! If you have any questions or you're ready to book your music production, he's the man to speak to.

Our FEATURED ARTIST is Revital, truly a natural talent! Though her first time in the studio, she sounds like a seasoned pro! Check out her interview and click through to hear the music.

All the best,

Arty Skye
President

Featured Artist: Revital

When did you start singing? What inspired you?
I have been singing for as long I can remember. As a child I loved to sing, but I really got into singing when I was about 9. I watched the movie Titanic and when "My Heart Will Go On" came on at the end I just sat there and listened to the song while everyone was running out. I begged my mom to take me to get the c.d. That was the first c.d I bought. I taught my self to sing just by listening to Celine Dion. She inspires me in everyway.

Tell us a little about yourself
Well, I grew up in Brooklyn and went to private school for most of my life. In high school I went to a public school, where I was able to study music. Sometimes I would cut class and hang-out in the Music room. It was an escape for me. My friends and I would just sing & play instruments. I work part-time at a school for children who deal with autism. One of my dreams is to open many schools around the world for children who deal with autism. I feel that they deserve the best . They deserve a place where they can go everyday and enjoy life just like everyone else.

Where do you get your inspiration for songwriting?
Inspiration for song-writing just comes to me suddenly. I usually will get an idea out of nowhere. I will run to the notes feature on my phone and start writing! I usually write about the people I love, they inspire me most.

Tell us about your experience at SkyeLab
My experience at Skyelab was amazing! I felt so blessed to be able to work with someone who understands me. Sometimes I would be trying to explain an Idea I had and Arty would figure out exactly what I was trying to tell him. The songs are truly a reflection of who I am as an artist.

How would you describe your "sound"?
I think my sound would be described as an R&B sound with a pop flavor. Also, a touch of middle-eastern tone in my voice. Something I got from living with my parents for 20 years!

What's the next step for Revital?
The next step for me is definitely to make more music and tour! I am working on getting signed. I hope that in the next couple of years I will have an album out there.

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