Matthew Dear
Matthew Dear
Learn From the Old, Keep Up with the New
New artists need to have a well-rounded knowledge of popular music, both past and present. Oh, and don't be a whore.
Matthew Dear
Internet Killed the MTV Star
The internet isn't better for music than MTV, just different.
Matthew Dear
Techno Music is Great for Relationships
Indeed, techno has a strong human factor.
Matthew Dear
Baby, You Can Drive My Car
Yep, he's that Hummer guy.
Matthew Dear
Mix 'n' Match Me
Inviting fans to remix your music can open you up to whole new interpretations of your work.
Matthew Dear
Detroit Rocker, New York Softie
Music made in New York is softer than what he created in Detroit. Could he be showing his age?
Matthew Dear
Nightlife Handicaps
In Detroit, music can be an escape. But in New York, sometimes one must escape the city just to make music.
Matthew Dear
Recession? I'll Drink to That!
If anything, the recession has put the music business into a holding pattern. Everybody's waiting to see what summer brings.
Matthew Dear
All You Need is Love
It's hard not to love the Love.
Matthew Dear
When Will They Come Out with Techno Hero?
It's a gateway to music, but only time will tell if Guitar Hero leads to kids becoming real musicians.