The Springboard Music Podcast

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Entertainment Law, struggling to get a job in the music industry, and full circle moments... with Elizabeth Lombardi Sep 05, 2023

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Elizabeth Lombardi is an Executive in Business Affairs at Creative Artists Agency (CAA). CAA is a talent agency, home to music industry legends such as: Ben Platt, Beyonce, Harry Styles, Kelsea Ballerini, The Band Camino, Zendaya, etc. As of 2023, she is also an adjunct professor at her alma mater, Belmont University, in the Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business in addition to her full-time work as an Entertainment Attorney. This interview is for you if you're wondering: - Should I take a job outside of the music industry to build experience and a resume, or is that going to silo me and set me back? - What are ways to continue to network outside of my school or job in the Nashville area? - Where do I begin as an Entertainment Lawyer?

Chapters

02:06 Career Path and Volunteer Experience

03:22 Choosing the Music Industry and Law

07:19 Growing Up in Chicago and Musical Influence

09:42 Choosing Belmont University

12:53 Meeting Jake Owen and the Impact

16:54 The Importance of Networking and Building Relationships

18:34 Choosing Entertainment Law

25:22 Getting Internships and Standing Out

31:52 CMA EDU and Networking

34:58 Working at CAA and Career Progression

44:49 Transition to the Music Industry

46:23 Challenges of Temporary Positions

48:09 The Importance of Self-Confidence

51:12 Taking a Job Outside of Entertainment

55:33 Returning to the Entertainment Industry

58:48 Finding Fulfillment in Work

01:02:08 The Importance of Patience and Persistence

01:07:29 Working at a Law Firm

01:09:46 Reevaluating Career Goals

01:14:57 Teaching at Belmont University

01:26:28 The Country Music Hall of Fame's Troubadour Society

01:32:25 Journey to the Music Industry

01:33:54 Living the Dream

01:34:54The Power of Live Music Follow and Subscribe to these accounts:

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Rhianna, SZA, and Jhené Aiko's Producer Tells How He Got Started... Trey Pearce Aug 22, 2023

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Trey Pearce is a Recording + Mixing Engineer out of L.A. He has experience at Westlake Studios and has worked with artists such as: Rhianna, The Weekend, Sza, Jhené Aiko, and Doja Cat. Need we say more?

In this episode we discuss:

- How to get plugged into Audio Engineering as a career

- Is there a hierarchy within the engineering space?

- Are certain audio editing softwares good for specific edits?

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Conservatory of Arts and Sciences

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Westlake Recording Studio

Does a college degree matter in the music business, the importance of a reference chain, and more... with Booking Agent, Tom DeKorne Aug 08, 2023

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Tom DeKorne is a Senior Booking Agent at JRA (Jeff Roberts Agency.) After graduating college at Ferris State University in Michigan, he moved to Nashville with zero connections and a desire to break into the music industry. His grit and opportunistic spirit landed him a job, and he hasn't left since. Take a listen to how construction work could set you apart for a career in the music industry...

In this episode we discuss:

- Does a college degree matter?

- How to get involved with booking shows at school

- The importance of a reference chain (and what it is)

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Record Label or Independent Artist? Which is best for you, betting on yourself, and more... with Jon Sell Jul 25, 2023

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Jon Sell is the co-founder of Sell Creative, coaching artists through the development of their career and brand. Jon has experience in radio promotion, A&R, and Marketing at formal record labels. In 2021, he left the corporate label world to start his own company guiding artists to reach their potential and expand their audience reach effectively. In this episode we discuss: - Is being signed the right move for you? - Betting on yourself - Learning where you *aren't* replaceable Follow and Subscribe to these accounts: Watch The Full Episode Here

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GMA Dove Awards

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(PART 2) Music Publishing: how to interview, what it is, and if you'd be a good fit... with Courtney Allen Jul 11, 2023

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Courtney Allen started her college journey at the University of South Carolina. After a chance encounter at a concert, her career path quickly changed to where she is now the Senior Director of A&R at Concord Music Publishing. In this episode we discuss: - The difference between being passionate and interested - Just how small the music industry really is - Exactly what you need to know if you're interviewing at a publishing company Follow and Subscribe to these accounts:

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(PART 1) Music Publishing: Keeping SMALL connections, music + mental health, and more... with Courtney Allen Jul 11, 2023

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In this episode we discuss:

- The importance of maintaining connections, no matter how big or small they might seem

- Taking unconventional chances (because, what is there to lose?!)

- The toll it takes on your mental health when you don't land a job straight out of college

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The Publicist: Velvet Kelm Jun 27, 2023

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Velvet Rousseau Kelm is the President of The Media Collective, a PR agency for those both inside and outside the music industry. Their roster includes: Annie F. Downs, Amy Grant, TobyMac, Hillary Scott & The Scott Family, Josh Turner, Kathie Lee Gifford, Harry Connick Jr., Colton Dixon, and many others. In this episode we discuss: - PR and the Record Label - How to measure success in PR - How to decipher media to pursue based on the story you're telling Follow and Subscribe to these accounts:

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The Owner of one:eight Entertainment: Greg Ham (Part 2) Jun 13, 2023

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Greg Ham is a legend in the music industry. Most recently, he is the owner of one:eight Entertainment. one:eight Entertainment is an "artist management and development company with a client roster that includes Christian/Gospel legacy artists Michael W. Smith, CeCe Winans, & Steven Curtis Chapman, as well as producer Robert Deaton, Olympic Gold Medalist & Figure Skater Scott Hamilton, Worship Leader Charity Gayle, and CCM Artist Joseph O'Brien." In this episode we discuss: - Why the "why" is critical in your career - Maintaining passion in the process - Letting go in order to move forward Follow and Subscribe to these accounts: ⁠⁠Watch the full episode

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The Owner of one:eight Entertainment: Greg Ham (Part 1) Jun 13, 2023

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In this episode we discuss:

- The Napster Era

- Starting in the mail room + becoming label president in just 9 years

- A unique perspective on firing

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