Arena Music Blog

I had a lot of fun writing this one: arena.com/article/3-inde…

Goner Records (@gonerrecords) in Memphis, Soulfolks Records (@soulfolksrecs) in Maine, and Permanent Records (@Permanent_LA) in Los Angeles are three essential independent record stores that also release independent music. arena.com/article/3-inde…

In the early '90s, Creation Records (@creationrecords) released the "holy trinity of shoegaze" with albums by My Bloody Valentine (@TheOfficialMBV), Slowdive (@slowdiveband), and Ride (@rideox4). Here's a look into the bands, albums, and their influence. arena.com/article/shoega…

Yuno, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard (@kinggizzardband), and more--these are 5 acts that are hard to box in. arena.com/article/5-newi…

From Live Aid to hologram performances, these 5 moments in music changed history. arena.com/article/5-musi…

Taking care of your hearing is important for musicians and fans alike arena.com/article/dont-w…

""The current music landscape is one that asks musicians to make more music more frequently for far less money than they used to earn. This is bad not only for musicians but also for anyone who loves music." #blockchain arena.com/article/5-ways… @arenamusicblog #blockchainmusic

Sonic Youth's (@thesonicyouth) "Daydream Nation" remains a classic--and an unparalleled achievement for independent music. arena.com/article/classi…

Even if they're getting better, the Grammys continually disappoint. Will that ever change? arena.com/article/the-ir…

Here are 4 independent hip-hop acts to check out. arena.com/article/invent…

Whether you're just starting out or have been a local band for years, here are some things to consider. #independentmusic arena.com/article/tips-f…

Streaming platforms have, undoubtedly, changed the way we listen to music. But, how are audiences and musicians affected? #musicstreaming #musicindustry arena.com/article/5-ways…

Where have all the concept albums gone? arena.com/article/an-ode…

Whether they're in Barcelona, Boise, or California, here are 5 festivals to mark your calendars for this year. arena.com/article/top-5-…

Here's a rundown on what music industry trends are likely to continue in 2019. arena.com/article/where-…

Here are 5 indie bands whose influence is often understated arena.com/article/top-5-…

The legendary jazz label Blue Note Records (@bluenoterecords) celebrates its 80th anniversary. arena.com/article/blue-n…

Cassette sales increased by 19% last year. What exactly is going on?arena.com/article/casset…

Here are some of the best albums of 2018 arena.com/article/great-…