Category Archives: Beyond The Bars

Quinton Sheer, host of Q’s House Radio shares interesting tips and insight on Central Florida’s music and art scene.

MAKING THE CASE FOR BAND AGREEMENTS

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Quinton J Sheer Esq.

WHERE IS YOUR HIGH SCHOOL BFF? MAKING THE CASE FOR BAND AGREEMENTS Your former BFF is the person you swore to be BFFs with forever. That’s a lot of forevers. But now, I’m guessing, at most they are just one … Continue reading →

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Start Summer Right Now

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Quinton J Sheer Esq.

The groundhog saw his shadow. Winter is everywhere (but here in FL). Touring is limited to southern regions but even that is rough this year. So it’s time to think about putting out a summer single and video. Yes, I’ll … Continue reading →

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“TOUR TALES” OR WHAT NOT TO LEAVE BEHIND

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Quinton J Sheer Esq.

“Wait! We gotta go back! I forgot my wooby!,” said no serious touring musician EVER. OK, that’s not completely true but it should be. Just getting to tour takes a lot of grunt work (see previous entries).  In order to … Continue reading →

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How to Be Your Own Agent and Other Tough Love Advice for the Motivationally Challenged Musician.

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Quinton J Sheer Esq.

We’ve read the stories. We’ve dreamed the dreams. And we’ve wondered, ‘how do I get to play stadiums filled with breasts that let me drink Jagermeister off of them?’ Sure, we all know it takes hard work and luck to … Continue reading →

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A Musician’s Guide to Retirement: From Their Day Jobs

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Quinton J Sheer Esq.

By Quinton J Sheer, Esq. The secret to a successful music career is free, easily available, and most artists want nothing to do with it. That statement is surmised from many industry professionals sharing that the questions they get asked … Continue reading →

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The Benefits of Getting Off the Couch

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Quinton J Sheer Esq.

THE BENEFITS OF GETTING OFF THE COUCH By Quinton J Sheer, Esq. I’ve always loved going to see independent music shows. I get to hang with friends, meet new people, and hear some good tunes.  But all too often regular … Continue reading →

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WWDMD? Or What We Can Learn from Orlando’s Jam Band Scene

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Quinton J Sheer Esq.

THEY’RE STILL ON THE COUCH!!?? Music fans’ awareness of shows has never been higher – with social networking event posts, evites, and tour apps. And can you tell me why my Google calendar has imported every single event by every … Continue reading →

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Size Matters – So Put on a Good Show

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Quinton J Sheer Esq.

TIPS AND THOUGHTS REGARDING STAGE SHOWS FOR LOCAL AND TOURING BANDS BY Quinton J Sheer, Esq. A confetti cannon to the face can sure ruin a good night of local music. Live shows are a chance for a band to … Continue reading →

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Not All Music Placement Services Are Created Equal.

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Quinton J Sheer Esq.

With the traditional A&R services of a label as common as the great Florida skunk-ape there have been many new independent and corporate run businesses that have popped up to fill the void. They can run from hands off online … Continue reading →

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GET THAT GIG…GET IT!

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Quinton J Sheer Esq.

Old News But Bad News: The dream of getting a major record deal, complete with a million dollars and free drugs, is a thing of the past for all but a handful of artists. The Good News: With that dream … Continue reading →

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