Modern Musician Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Standing out as a Musician, Leveraging the Internet, and Remote Session Work via Musiversal with Andre Miranda Mar 09, 2024

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Andre Miranda was born in Lisbon, Portugal. He’s a successful entrepreneur in the Media, Music and Tech industries. At Musiversal his job was to create the company, the team and its processes from product market-fit to scaling up, as well as fundraising over $5M to date. He currently leads a team of 60+ people at Musiversal.

Andre shares insightful strategies for musicians to create distinct identities and effectively promote themselves to find their audience, as well as how Musiversal is helping artists make a living with their skills and talent.

Takeaways:

Discover why creating a unique identity is pivotal for success in the music industry.

Learn how to leverage the internet and social media to access a global audience and diversify your music monetization strategies.

Gain insights into Musiversal's services for song interpretation, production, and collaboration to expand your network in the music industry.

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To learn more about Andre and his transformative work at Musiversal, visit: https://www.musiversal.com/

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5 Practical Productivity Hacks for the Modern Musician with Brian Nelson-Palmer Mar 07, 2024

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Meet Brian Nelson-Palmer, revered speaker, podcast host, and founder of Productivity Gladiator®. With over 20 years of experience in boosting personal productivity and life balance for busy professionals, Brian’s innovative strategies have garnered recognition far and wide – his TEDx talk on time management boasted an astounding 150x more views than the average talk in just two weeks.

Brian divulges his journey and insights into the realm of practical productivity. Learn how to live your worth, align your actions with your musical career goals, and discover the unique music award process—the Whammies.

Takeaways:

Proven methods to value and manage your time effectively for a balanced life and thriving music career.

How to utilize artist references and maximize social media platforms to capture your desired audience.

Living like you're worth the value of your time and prioritizing activities that align with your goals.

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For more wisdom and tips on boosting productivity and maintaining a balanced life, be sure to connect with Brian Nelson-Palmer at: https://www.productivitygladiator.com

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The Psychology of Being Seen, Personal Branding, and Unlocking Peak Performance with Gemma Sugrue Mar 05, 2024

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Gemma Sugrue helps artists write and release music with her mastermind True Artist. She’s also a peak performance coach for professionals and entrepreneurs and a former vocalist and vocal coach. She’s worked with artists including Bon Iver, Damien Rice, Cian Ducrot, Sir Lewis Hamilton, and many more. She has a Masters in performance, a bachelor's in music, a diploma in education diploma (LRSL), and a certification in habit training (Tiny Habits).

Gemma Sugrue unravels the intertwined threads of peak performance, personal branding, and the psychology of visibility for musicians.

Learning lessons:

The art of authenticity in creating an influential personal brand in the music industry.

Strategies for incorporating spontaneity into scripted performances to create enchanting experiences.

The importance of facing fear for artists who want to breakthrough and build their brand authentically.

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To learn more about Gemma and her mastermind visit: https://trueartist.co.uk/

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Shifting Paradigms: Root Problems in Traditional Vocal Training and How To Transform Your Technique with Arden Kaywin Mar 01, 2024

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Meet Arden Kaywin, an accomplished singer, songwriter, and expert vocal coach who is revolutionizing the way we approach singing. Arden leverages her diverse experiences to help singers realize their full potential. A graduate of Oberlin Conservatory and The Manhattan School of Music, she brilliantly blends her classical training with her pop expertise to coach singers across the globe in her transformative Intensive Program.

Arden discusses the imperative need for a holistic approach to singing. She emphasizes that often the hurdles singers face are deeply-rooted and unaddressed by traditional vocal training.

Learning lessons:

The critical role of the mind-body connection in overcoming vocal challenges.

The transformative potential of Arden's unique approach to vocal training and performance.

How to transform your singing career by being authentic and discarding attachment to outcomes.

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Learn more about Arden Kaywin, her unique approach to vocal training, and her transformative Intensive Program at her website www.ardenkaywinvocalstudio.com

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Three Rules for Music Success and How to Attract Opportunities with Nick Ruffalo Feb 27, 2024

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Nick Ruffalo is a songwriter, producer, artist development specialist, & artist manager with over 20 million streams as an artist and a social media following of over 100k. Too many in the music industry space just "talk the talk", but Ruff preaches working with those who "walk the walk" as well.

In this engaging discussion, Ruff shares his journey from the rigorous world of sports to the dynamic field of music. Listen as he explores the parallels between music and sports, demonstrating the importance of goal setting, commitment, and teamwork.

Learning lessons:

Discover how to navigate the music industry with strategic deadlines and consistent releases.

Learn the value of attracting opportunities instead of chasing them.

Gain insight into the importance of building a team with shared mindsets and goals.

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To learn more about Ruff and his work, visit: https://tally.so/r/mJqYzX

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Sync Licensing Secrets: An Insider's Guide with Ashley Neumeister Feb 22, 2024

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Ashley Neumeister is the head of Music Licensing and Music Supervision at True Music. She also produces live music events with the non-profit I Am Life, facilitates breathwork, and has an educational platform where she teaches musicians about music licensing, called “Sync Secrets”

Ashley unveils the intricacies of sync licensing in the music industry, walking us through common pitfalls and offering practical advice on navigating the music business landscape.

Learning lessons:

The business dynamics of sync licensing and the process of achieving a music placement.

Tips on crafting high-quality music and the benefits of connecting with music supervisors.

The importance of clear music ownership and how software tools can aid in song management.

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To learn more about Ashley and her work, visit her website at: https://www.syncsecrets.biz

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Music Royalties Simplified, Latest Spotify Growth Hacks, and Maximizing Income with Rory Felton Feb 20, 2024

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Rory Felton, from a high school music label to co-founding The Militia Group and Haiti Venture Partners, significantly influenced the music industry. He led innovative strategies, promoting big names like Lady Gaga, and now works to secure complete royalty collections for artists through Good Morning.

Rory Felton brings to light the often overlooked area of music royalties and shares proven strategies to boost an artist's monthly listeners.

Learning lessons:

Master the art of registration and collection of different types of music royalties.

How to leverage social media platforms and collaborations to increase monthly listeners.

Understand the significance of building an email list and providing high-end experiences to fans.

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To learn more about Rory and his mission to help artists capture all their royalties, visit: https://goodmornmusic.com/

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AI-Enhanced Creativity, Increasing Workflow, and Quantity vs Quality in Music Production with Hyperbits Feb 17, 2024

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Hyperbits is known for creating melodic-forward house music that balances nostalgic undertones with the dynamic energy of the main stage. Supported and celebrated by icons like Above & Beyond, The Chainsmokers, Tritonal & Nicky Romero, Hyperbits has carved out a niche as a feels connoisseur. His greatest pride lies in founding a music production school that has guided his students to over one billion streams on Spotify alone.

Delve into HyperBits' transition from corporate life to music production, the importance of creative quantity for growth, and the potential of AI in music innovation.

Key Insights:

The importance of continually creating music to learn, grow, and perfect your craft.

The courage and risks involved in transitioning from a corporate job to pursue your passion for music.

Tips on some of the best AI and automated music production tools that are revolutionizing the music industry.

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Want to learn more about Hyperbits and level up your music journey? Visit www.hyperbits.com

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Fan Gamification: How Ultimate Playlist is Rewarding Listeners and Boosting Artist Engagement with Shevy Smith Feb 15, 2024

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Shevy Smith, a Los Angeles-based composer and producer, embarked on her illustrious career by signing a publishing deal as a teenager. In 2019, she joined forces with Khalid Jones to establish Elite Shout, a creative firm dedicated to leveraging emerging technology for groundbreaking opportunities in the music industry. She also founded Ultimate Playlist, the first-of-its-kind music discovery app.

She discusses the innovation behind the Ultimate Playlist app, how it encourages long-form listening, and its potential for game-changing impact across various industries.

Key Insights:

Discover how Ultimate Playlist is transforming the music industry by gamifying the listening experience.

Understand the importance of presenting NFTs in a relatable, comprehensible manner for wider adoption.

Learn about the potential of integrating platforms like Ultimate Playlist with other industries.

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Learn more about Shevy's journey, her remarkable feats and her vision for the future of music at: www.shevysmith.com

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The 6-Step Guide to a $60K Crowdfunding Success and Mental Health Advocacy with Savannah Pope Feb 13, 2024

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Savannah Pope is an Art Rock meets Dark Pop songstress, named Top Rock Performer by LA Weekly & the only indie artist to make Yahoo Entertainment's Top 20 Videos list. She is known for her golden voice as well as her self-made, mind-bending videos and stage wear. Taking the stage with renowned artists like Starcrawler, Halestorm, and Ringo Starr, she amassed a dedicated fanbase of "Creatures".

We delve into Savannah Pope's successful $60K Kickstarter campaign for her upcoming concept album Pandemonium, and her personal journey of self-discovery with her cause, tackling the stigma of mental health.

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