24/07/2019
Road Rules: Owning Your Value
A few days ago I submitted a writing pitch to a women's business and lifestyle website and received a positive response, ...
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Road Rules: The Wisdom Of Saying No
Most of the time it’s awesome to say yes. Being positive and curious leads to great experiences and emotional growth. Recently ...
READ MORE >07/02/2019
Road Rules: Tips For Singers & Songwriters Playing Guitar
A singer/songwriter usually begins his or her career performing solo, accompanying themselves on piano or guitar, and eventually ...
READ MORE >19/09/2018
Road Rules: Staying Healthy As A Working Musician
Tattletale Saints’ bass player and singer Vanessa McGowan has previously provided NZM readers with insightful lessons and ...
READ MORE >13/06/2018
Road Rules: Some Tips On Becoming A Badass Backing Singer
A great instrumentalist who also sings will frequently get work over a great instrumentalist who doesn't, especially in the ...
READ MORE >25/08/2017
Working With Session Musicians For Original Music Gigs & Tours
Imagine the following scenario: You're a songwriter who usually plays solo. For your next recording and subsequent tour, ...
READ MORE >07/07/2017
Ex-Pat Files: Tattletale Saints
Following time in London where they performed and recorded as Her Make Believe Band, Cy Winstanley and Vanessa McGowan relocated ...
READ MORE >24/04/2013
Tattletale Saints – Based On A Book
When NZM last talked to Vanessa McGowan and her partner-in-music, Cy Winstanley, they were London-based and busy promoting ...
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