In this episode of the Music Industry Blueprint Podcast, Rick addresses a personal email from a parent and why it’s crucial to educate yourself in the music business. Whether you are a new musician or the parent of a talented teenager, this advice is for all of you! Listen closely as Rick discusses the importance of the right audience, and discover how to learn about the industry before making a big investment in your music. “Just because you create music doesn’t mean there’s an audience. You need the right audience.”-Rick Barker What do you want to hear from the Music Industry Blueprint Podcast? Tell us here! ***Want to be a guest on the Music Industry Blueprint Podcast?*** Send an email to podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com With the following information: Name, website, social handles, questions you would like to ask Rick and contact information   Time Stamps: 1:10 - Sharing an email from a parent 3:05 - The importance of parents, and understanding the music industry 4:44 - Where’s the audience? 6:38 - Why it’s crucial to slow down, learn, and practice 8:24 - Rick’s experience with educating himself Connect with Rick: Facebook Instagram Youtube Twitter Soundcloud RickBarker.com Contact: rick@rickbarker.com Contact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com for a chance to be a guest on the MIB podcast show