One of the biggest mistakes indie artists make when they record is not being ready . They don’t do the prep work they need to do to ensure a smooth production process – and that can have repercussions that extend far beyond the recording studio. Think of it this way. Ultimately, you’re going to have to sell the finished product that comes out of your recording sessions. You don’t have to be a salesperson to know that it’s easier to sell a well-designed, tested product than it is to sell one that was thrown together at the last minute. Fortunately, there are quite a few things you can do to prepare for music production and ensure that your finished product is what you want it to be – and that it’s easy to sell. Music First No amount of preparation in other areas will make up for it if you haven’t put in the time to conceptualize and write great songs. Even if you don’t write your own material, you need to spend a lot of time listening...