Jason Bays of Ventura’s indie music outfit The Spires waxes poetic on how musicians can record their own tracks on the cheap.
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Musician and sound designer Hunter Curra offers tips on how to save money for music folks.
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How to Make a Low-Budget Music Video That Doesn’t Suck
In our second installment of Cheap Trick, director of La Di Da Films Leah McKissock sheds her insight and know-how on making a decent music video with little monetary funds.
In this installment of Cheap Trick, L.A.-based music video director Matt Stone shares his wisdom and expertise on making fresh, inventive music videos with very little money. 1. Make sure your idea is as original and interesting as possible. If you are going to ask other people to donate their time or money to help […]
The LAMVF Musicians/ Filmmakers Collaborative offers a way for musicians to make high-quality music videos on a shoestring budget. Howdy, Cheapsters! We’re kicking off Cheap Trick, a series of tips and interviews to help artists pursue their Our first installment is an interview with Sami Kriegstein, founder of the Los Angeles Music Video Festival (LAMVF). […]
Friday Free Screening of Amelie: 212 Cafe in Venice, which is one of my favorite bohemian java hangs on the Westside, is screening the beloved French romantic tale Amelie. It’s the story of a shy, lonely waitress who decides to change the lives of those around her for the better. The film stars Audrey Tatou […]
Friday Free Movies at 212 Pier Coffee Shop: One of my favorite java joints of the Westside hosts free screenings of your most beloved films every Friday night! Starting at 8:45 p.m., swing by to partake in some free popcorn-munching and movie-watching with fellow cinephiles. This week’s film is Guy Ritchie’s Snatch. 212 Pier | […]
Amoeba Records also has a bunch of free MP3s, which are comprised from bands that have performed free in-store shows. Here’s a link where you can peruse their comprehensive selection. I found a couple of tracks from No Age, which you could put on a mix tape for your special cougar lady friend, or Bob […]
Indie rocksters Saint Motel will be headlining the bill for Spaceland’s Monday Night Residency. September is a big month for them as they’ll be releasing their debut EP “Forplay.” With theatrical performances where the stage has been transformed into forests and living rooms, checking out one of their shows this month is worth your while. […]
Their EP is out! The first 50 people to come will receive a free copy upon request. They go on at 10:30 p.m. so don’t miss ’em!
