Modern Musician Podcast

Andy Parker is a musician and an industry professional obsessed with music. He oversees the Artist Services team at Music Gateway working to develop the teams and processes to realize their mission statement of ‘empowering independent artists’. As a manager and builder of high-performing teams, he shares his knowledge on successful artist campaigns he's been a part of and the best way to invest in yourself as an independent artist.Here’s what you’ll learn about: How Music Gateway connects artists with legit playlist curators What signing with a record label vs. being independent has to offerWhat you can do to stand out based on the resources you haveMusic Gateway Website: https://www.musicgateway.com/Want to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentorApply for Gold Artist Academy: https://link.modernmusician.me/apply-for-coaching

Paul Eastwood is currently Vice President, Sports & Entertainment at the social NFT marketplace for the metaverse, Orderinbox, where he leads OIX’s business development initiatives in the sports, music, art, and entertainment spaces.Eastwood is best known in the entertainment industry for his tenure at Universal Music where, as Vice President of Marketing & Promotion, he oversaw the marketing strategies for a roster of artists that  included: 50 Cent, The Black Eyed Peas, Sheryl Crow, Eminem, Enrique Iglesias, No Doubt, Sting, RUSH, and The Tragically Hip.Here’s what you’ll learn about: How to incorporate NFT into your business to increase revenueCreating demand for your NFTs and building an audienceThe simplest way to get started with Orderinbox’s NFT platformOrderinbox Website: https://www.orderinbox.com/discoverWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentorApply for Gold Artist Academy: https://link.modernmusician.me/apply-for-coaching

Michael “Nomad” Ripoll is an Award-winning Singer/Songwriter, Career Guitarist to the Stars, Musical Director for Kenny Babyface Edmonds, and a Producer/Composer for Film/TV and more.Nomad is a music veteran who has worked and played with many of the most respected artists in the music world. In order to achieve this, he's created systems to thrive instead of struggle, and he shares tons of powerful tips to enhance your productivity and reach your music goals more efficiently.Here’s what you’ll learn about: How to apply systems of self-management to reach your goalsThe best way to stand out by developing your own "unique sonic identifier"Inspire your creativity and generate new ideas with a simple hack Nomad's links for this episode:Get your FREE copy of "6 Steps To Recording Pro-Level Sessions From Home" https://proseries.thecareermusician.com/pdf-guideGet your copy of ETHOS here: Book w/ Workbook - ETHOS The Career Musician’s CodeETHOS The Career Musician’s Code (audiobook) Get Nomad’s Recording Course here: Pro-Level Sessions From Home Official Trailer Want to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor Apply for Gold Artist Academy: https://link.modernmusician.me/apply-for-coaching

Mona Jhaveri is an American biotech scientist and entrepreneur notable for innovative approaches to cancer research, detection, and funding. She is the Founder and Executive director at Music Beats Cancer. She launched Music Beats Cancer to address the “Valley of Death,” the growing gap in funding that constrains the translation of cancer research discoveries into clinical applications. Here’s what you’ll learn about: The natural alignment between music and charityThe healing role your music can play in fighting cancerHow to use your voice and music in cancer prevention research Learn more about the Music Beats Cancer Organization: https://musicbeatscancer.orgWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentorApply for Gold Artist Academy: https://link.modernmusician.me/apply-for-coaching

Milo Lombardi, also known as Nifty Sax, is a Saxophonist, Composer and Music Director. In addition to studying classical and jazz, he graduated from a top institution, received awards, and played in front of thousands of people throughout his life.He now creates music NFTs using his saxophone as the only medium. A pioneer in the field of Music NFTs, he is building a community to help artists take advantage of this exciting technology and unlock new experiences for music fans.Here’s what you’ll learn about: Overcoming the initial challenges of starting off in the NFT spaceHow to build deep relationships with Music NFT collectors How to use an NFT collection to grant fans access to a variety of perks All Nifty Sax links:https://niftysax.comhttps://niftymusic.apphttps://twitter.com/NiftySaxhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/3VFnCdxKNQHBhupfldcIS4https://opensea.io/collection/niftysaxsphereshttps://foundation.app/@niftysaxWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor Apply for Gold Artist Academy: https://link.modernmusician.me/apply-for-coaching

Unlocking Your Fullest Artistic Potential with Serik SlobodskoySerik Slobodskoy is the founder of Hyperbits, an online music production school. He is also a seasoned producer and artist whose music has been streamed more than 50 million times, and now he teaches others how to do the same.Serik deconstructs common misconceptions about music production so that you can express your music to its fullest potential. The information in this episode is so valuable for all music creators!Here’s what you’ll learn about: Timeless wisdom for improving the quality of your music productionsHow to find and surround yourself with the right peer groupWhat most music producers get wrong about crafting an authentic sound Sign up for the Hyperbits Masterclass here: https://hyperbits.com/masterclass/Want to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentorApply for Gold Artist Academy: https://link.modernmusician.me/apply-for-coaching

Kevin Thomas is the founder and CEO of Songwriting Planet, which provides video courses and training to help aspiring songwriters reach their musical goals. He is the author of Melody Madness, a book that explores in meticulous detail ways in which songwriters can master the often-elusive process of melody writingAfter studying from everyone he could, he realized there wasn’t great training and education around the art of songwriting and specifically techniques. He created affordable and accessible courses for artists to master songwriting essentials without all the fluff. You’re going to really love this episode!Here’s what you’ll learn about: The myth that you have to have a “god-given gift” to write a hit songHow to take the guesswork out of writing songs that make an impactMaking amazing melodies by getting your analytical brain out of the way Sign up and get your FREE 21 Ways To Write Better Songs EBook: http://www.songwritingcraft.comWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor Apply for Gold Artist Academy: https://link.modernmusician.me/apply-for-coaching

Michael Walker, is the founder of Modern Musician and host of the Modern Musician Podcast. He is a successful and highly renowned musician and entrepreneur, a husband, father and member of Paradise Fears. After touring professionally for the last eight years, Michael decided to set up Modern Musician to teach other artists and bands the skills needed to have a profitable music career.In this episode we celebrate reaching 100 episodes of the podcast and Jared Christianson, the co-producer of the Modern Musician Podcast takes this opportunity to ask the questions that no one else can. This is an awesome episode!Here’s what you’ll learn about: How the Modern Musician has the upper hand in today’s music industryUsing our StreetTeam Software to grow your fanbase automaticallySome of the most exciting things the Modern Musician team is developingWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentorApply for Gold Artist Academy: https://link.modernmusician.me/apply-for-coaching

Ryan Miyakawa is Hooktheory’s resident music theory aficionado and programs the brains behind Hookpad’s playback, music theory, and artificial intelligence engines. He’s a classically trained pianist, and loves deconstructing popular music to understand the elements of a great song. Ryan has a PhD in engineering from UC Berkeley and is delighted to combine his passions of science and music to help others create music.Here’s what you’ll learn about: How to take your song writing to the next level using Hooktheory’s toolsWays to take advantage of today’s popular chord progressions Techniques for building and releasing tension in your songsLearn more at: https://www.hooktheory.com/Get Exclusive Discounts here: https://www.hooktheory.com/modernmusicianWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentorApply for private coaching: https://link.modernmusician.me/apply-for-coaching

Martin Atkins is an English drummer and session musician, best known for his work in post-punk and industrial groups including Public Image Ltd, Ministry, Nine Inch Nails, Pigface, and Killing Joke. He also works as a consultant, has written books, and is the music business program coordinator at Millikin University in Decatur, IL.Here’s what you’ll learn about: Music industry mindset shifts needed for long-term successHow to make sure your shows are well attended and profitable Ways you can work in the music industry and develop valuable skill sets Martin’s website: https://martinatkins.bigcartel.com/Want to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentorApply for private coaching: https://link.modernmusician.me/apply-for-coaching