What kind of music? (pt.1)

Since we began working on GovAccessMusic.com, I've been paying attention to various government access channels during my travels. It is fascinating the variety of music that I hear, and inevitably I reach some conclusions on whether the channel is useful based solely on the quality of the music and audio.

For example, if I hear music that is extraordinarily cheesy - it sounds like it was picked up at a flea market or is the musical equivalent of a veg-a-matic, I tend to believe that the channel isn't worth my time. On the other hand, if there is quality in the music - it is interesting and recorded well (even if it is a style I don't particularly care for), I'll stop and watch for a while.

So the first point is to make sure you are using quality tracks - and that your audio sounds good. DON'T ASSUME! Make sure!

If you are taking the time to put material up for the public, take the time and make sure your audio is quality - or you will negate the work you put into the visuals.

Next time: Why royalty-free music?