Modern Musician Podcast

Wendy Parr is a world-renowned vocal coach, multi-award-winning songwriter, vocal producer, speaker, and educator. Leading with kindness and connection, her guidance has helped countless artists define success on their own terms, in turn impacting millions of people across the globe. Drawing upon over 20 years of experience, it’s little wonder Wendy is known as ‘The Holistic Artist Coach’.Wendy shares her wisdom on the significance of authenticity in artistry. She emphasizes the journey of self-discovery and the profound impact it has on an artist's work.Takeaways:Discover how authenticity, a rare yet vital quality, can elevate your art to resonate meaningfully with your audience.Learn to dissect the role of language in expressing preferences and communicating personal style.Unearth the concept of "style recipe" and how it can guide you in your artistic expression.— To learn more about Wendy Parr and her transformative work with artists, visit: https://www.wendyparr.com/Get Wendy’s Blueprint here: https://pm.wendyparr.com/a/2147525676/pmsLrHiDGet Wendy’s Navigator here: https://pm.wendyparr.com/offers/ozwiZ2z6/checkoutGet Wendy’s Soundchart here: https://pm.wendyparr.com/offers/iXLL7Srz/checkoutTune into the live podcast & join the Modern Musician community here: https://link.modernmusician.me/join-podcastApply for a free Artist Breakthrough Session with our team: https://masterclass.modernmusician.me/apply-success?utm_source=podcast

Savannah Pope, a Top Rock Performer, shares insights on using crowdfunding for music projects, the power of vulnerability in music to connect with the audience, and using songwriting for personal healing. She discusses experimenting with music production and working with high-caliber producers. Tune in for a journey through her unique style, success in the music industry, and the importance of embracing authenticity and evolution in the artist's identity.

Sasha Pisterman, an accomplished PR Strategist and Consultant boasts over a decade of experience in the music industry. Her story is one of passion, dedication, and a keen eye for talent, making her a standout figure in the music PR landscape. In 2017, she took a leap of faith, going full-time with her passion, and established SDP Digital – a PR agency focused on working with talent and brands in the music space.Sasha dives deep into the world of PR, illustrating its essential role in the music industry. She underlines the importance of brand strategy, credibility, and advocates for a long-term approach in PR, especially for indie artistsTakeaways:Learn how to effectively utilize PR and publicity to establish your brand and gain credibility.Gain insights into creating a unique brand strategy that goes beyond merely music.Discover the value of traditional media outlets and learn to measure success in terms of quality press features and positive sentiment.— For more about our guest, Sasha Pisterman, and her agency, SDP Digital, visit: https://www.sdp-digital.com/Get Sasha's Complete Music PR Playbook Course here: https://myguymars.thinkific.com/courses/the-complete-music-pr-playbook?ref=44d861Tune into the live podcast & join the Modern Musician community here: https://link.modernmusician.me/join-podcastApply for a free Artist Breakthrough Session with our team: https://masterclass.modernmusician.me/apply-success?utm_source=podcast

Welcome Grammy Award-winning music producer, ill Factor, whose star-studded portfolio includes collaborations Justin Timberlake, Kygo, Sia, Kelly rowland, Gwen Stefani, Monsieur perine, Assassins Creed Syndicate, The Crew 2, Just Dance and many more. He is Founder and CEO of Beat Academy.com, providing mentorship for those who want to level up their music production skill set.Ill Factor unravels the secrets behind how to have success with music production and the pivotal role mentorship has played in it.Takeaways:The impact of mentorship on your music career and how to find the right one.The role of mindset and expectation management in the music production process.How the use of reference tracks can inspire creativity while maintaining originality.—  Find out more and explore his free courses and mentorship opportunities at: https://www.beatacademy.com/Tune into the live podcast & join the Modern Musician community here: https://link.modernmusician.me/join-podcastApply for a free Artist Breakthrough Session with our team: https://masterclass.modernmusician.me/apply-success?utm_source=podcast

Meet Edward Balassanian, an accomplished tech industry veteran with over 25 years of experience who has forged the path for numerous successful startups. Edward's current cutting-edge venture is 'Aimi', a platform revolutionizing the music industry by offering creators and businesses bespoke, royalty-cleared, copyright-free music facilitated by intelligent technology. Edward delves into the inner workings of his brainchild, Aimi, a generative music platform that enhances creativity by blending technology with human artistic instinct.Takeaways:Discover how Aimi, a trailblazing generative music platform, uses technology to augment creativity and streamline the music production process.Understand 'Aimi's Script', a programming language specifically designed for generative music that truly allows users to express their musical thoughts.Explore the legal complexities surrounding copyright issues of machine-generated music and how Aimi works with these intricacies.— Delve deeper into Edward's groundbreaking work by visiting: https://www.aimi.fm/Tune into the live podcast & join the Modern Musician community here: https://link.modernmusician.me/join-podcastApply for a free Artist Breakthrough Session with our team: https://masterclass.modernmusician.me/apply-success?utm_source=podcast

Meet Riley Lee, an internationally acclaimed Shakuhachi master and a pioneer in music and cognition. With a career marked by groundbreaking 'firsts', he became the first non-Japanese professional Taiko player, and later the first non-Japanese Shakuhachi grandmaster. Riley has also developed courses at Princeton University and made over 60 recordings throughout his career.Riley shares his journey into the world of Shakuhachi and talks about his philosophy of embracing challenges, setting impossible goals, and the importance of community.Takeaways:Discover how to navigate the path of least resistance and set impossible, yet exciting goals for yourself.Uncover the power of community and the importance of a giving and receiving mindset.Learn how consistent practice and a focus on providing value can pave the way for success.— Want to know more about Riley and his fascinating journey? Visit: https://rileylee.com/Tune into the live podcast & join the Modern Musician community here: https://link.modernmusician.me/join-podcastApply for a free Artist Breakthrough Session with our team: https://masterclass.modernmusician.me/apply-success?utm_source=podcast

Learn strategic tips on standing out in the music industry, leveraging the internet to reach a global audience, and using Musiversal for collaboration and monetization. Explore the importance of unique identity, professional services offered by Musiversal, and opportunities for musicians in the digital era.

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.— 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.comTune into the live podcast & join the Modern Musician community here: https://link.modernmusician.me/join-podcast

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.— To learn more about Gemma and her mastermind visit: https://trueartist.co.uk/Tune into the live podcast & join the Modern Musician community here: https://link.modernmusician.me/join-podcastApply for a free Artist Breakthrough Session with our team: https://masterclass.modernmusician.me/apply-success?utm_source=podcast

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.— Learn more about Arden Kaywin, her unique approach to vocal training, and her transformative Intensive Program at her website www.ardenkaywinvocalstudio.comTune into the live podcast & join the Modern Musician community here: https://link.modernmusician.me/join-podcastApply for a free Artist Breakthrough Session with our team: https://masterclass.modernmusician.me/apply-success?utm_source=podcast