Bits & Peaces — Music

Music is good for your brain, whether you're listening to it or playing it. Improved long-term memory, better language skills, and faster reaction times are just a few of the main benefits you'll get from music exposure. Continue reading for a deeper understanding of why music deserves to be a larger part of your life — and why your brain will thank you for it.

Musicians rely on their hearing for a lot, so knowing the signs of illness that may cause hearing loss is key to a long-lasting career. Here we discuss the difference between Ménière’s disease and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), what symptoms to watch out for, and why catching it early on can help you enjoy a longer, more-fulfilled musical career. If you play an instrument - whether it's on stage or in your garage - prioritize your hearing...while you still have it!

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has been especially tough on musicians. But Quanice G. Floyd Founder and Director of the Arts Administrators of Color Network, wants you to know that you are not alone.

On Friday Sept 26th we caught up with the Reverend Moose, co-founder of the National Independent Venue Association to talk about independent venues and current legislation intended to help them through the pandemic. Independent venues are the hardest hit businesses - first to close and last to open. We talked about how this ecosystem of venues and artists is uniquely challenged, why it's so valuable, what's before congress, and, how we can all help. Please go to SaveOurStages and complete the email form to contact your member of Congress. Your voice matters. _______________________________________________________ Jay: I'm Jay Clark, founder of EarPeace....