the-pjac-blog

It's all about appearance...(:

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 01:00:43 +0100

Actually it's not, but what you look like when you're performing does play a big role! Here's just some advice! (:

Dress the part. Don't dress like a prep if you're playing metalcore music. And don't wear all black and chains if you're playing an all acoustic set.
It's okay for guys to wear makeup! If you're a guy, and you really wanna wear makeup, don't be embarrassed! Nobody will make fun of you. A lot of famous male musicians proudly sport the guyliner, from Adam Lambert to Marilyn Manson to most of the emo/screamo people.
Your appearance should reflect your onstage persona. Need I say more?
I offer band stylist/image consulting services! Hit me up if you have any questions!

Advice for bands that are just starting out (:

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 20:53:07 +0100

These are just a few pointers that will help your band in the long run!

Get together for practice regularly (at least once a week should be good!) My band has some problems with this, so yeah, I shouldn't be talking. But the more you practice, the better you'll perform!
Start a blog for your band! That way, you can keep your fans updated on what you've been doing without the confines of Facebook! If your band has a website see if there's a way you can put a blog on the site! Google Sites and Yola both have this!
If you have a band member who has problems showing up to practice, record your songs for them to practice to! It doesn't have to be anything professionally recorded; something recorded on a cell phone or iPod will do the trick.
Play a few cover songs! It's always awesome to have originals, but people like to hear songs they know and love! Also, don't pick all totally obscure songs that nobody knows, like some random Frank Zappa or Nine Inch Nails song. Pick songs that are pretty well-known. Nirvana, The Beatles, Metallica, The Ramones, and Led Zeppelin are always good choices!
Don't try to call attention to yourself by saying negative things about the band. It'll make you look like some psycho. Try to attract attention in a more positive way, like by promoting the band!
Post lots of videos of your band jamming out at band practice or at gigs if you don't have any recordings! People want to hear your music! (That's the point of a band, isn't it?)
Don't hate any other local bands, unless there's a legit reason why you should hate them.
Put a lot of emotion and passion into your music! When people watch your videos or go to your shows, they want to be able to connect with you emotionally. Write songs about things that really affect you emotionally or pick cover songs you can relate to.
Start out with small gigs. If you mess up at, say, your first or second gig, and it's a really big show with like an audience of 500, or even a short set at a school dance, you mess up big-time and thus your reputation is in jeopardy. Start out by playing at a friend's birthday party, (I know this sounds really stupid) a family gathering, or play a small set opening for other local bands that are just starting up (like Wilted Roses!) and gradually start playing bigger shows.

What I've Been Up To...

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:05:23 +0100

So, while Wilted Roses has been on a little hiatus-y thing (for more info go to http://wiltedroses.yolasite.com/our-totally-amazing-blog.php) I've been trying to recruit more bands for PJAC! So far we've got Hollow Hearts, but unfortunately they won't be performing for a while (9 months they said! :c) since their drummer broke his shoulder,so we wish him a quick recovery! Soon, we'll also have a new hardcore band, Lions and Tigers and Bears Oh My as part of PJAC once they get all their members together! Anyone who joins PJAC will have a chance to open for Wilted Roses and Outlet Runner at our next show (I don't know when, but hopefully by January!) If you have a band (or solo act) that's just starting out and you want this opportunity, hit me up and fill out the "Local Bands Sign Up" form!Rock on guys! \m/
-Piper (:

Welcome to PJAC!

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 19:04:44 +0100

This is our first post and I couldn't think of anything to say. I hope you enjoy it. xD