Going Up Stream: Local Musician Navigates A New Era of Music
Contributed by A Face In The Crowd and Anonymous Music Lover
Many artists have discovered that CD sales have declined significantly in recent years, and that streaming has become the primary method of music consumption. Platforms such as Spotify, Amazon, and iTunes have become crucial for musicians to promote their work. That’s exactly what Everret Hamilton has done, from right here in Alaska.
Playlists, in particular, have become an important tool for artists like Hamilton to gain exposure. Most streaming platforms use playlists, and to get on these playlists, musicians must submit their work to the playlist curators. Sometimes this information is public, but other times it requires some research to uncover.
Additionally, Spotify has its own curated playlists, and artists can submit their music for consideration.
Regarding video game music, Everret Hamilton has composed soundtracks for several projects, including podcasts, indie films, and video games. The artist also accepts commission work for those who want custom music for their projects.
Hamilton is married to his wife Stefanie, with whom he has been in a relationship for 12 years. They have a 15-month-old daughter named Lillian. He has been playing music since he was 14, following in the footsteps of his drummer father. He has played in various bands throughout the years, and has also published several video games and apps. Everret and Stefanie have built their home in Palmer.
Becoming a father has been a wonderful experience for the musician, and he and his wife have relished every moment of parenthood. Despite the challenges that come with raising a child, they have thoroughly enjoyed every stage of their daughter's growth. They look forward to continuing their journey as a family and are excited to see what the future holds for them.
Everret Hamilton’s music is available on various online platforms. Fans can listen to his music on Spotify, as well as on his personal YouTube channel, which he operates under his name, Everret Hamilton. He posts visualizer videos of his music on this channel. Additionally, his classical music can be found under the name "Warlock Symphony," while his heavy metal can be found under "Eternal Outrage," and his electronic music can be found under "DJ Revenge." Fans can access his music easily and enjoy it on their preferred platform.