

Modern Musician Podcast
Modern Musician
An educational podcast for musicians looking to grow their audience online and make a sustainable income. The host, Michael Walker provides artists with the tools necessary to create a lasting career in the music industry.
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Aug 9, 2022 • 1h 4min
SWM 2022 - 3 Key Strategies to Leverage YouTube’s Algorithm and Get Millions of Views with Tobias Rauscher
Tobias Rauscher is a Solo Fingerstyle Guitarist from Germany and part of the modern acoustic guitar movement that is led by players like Andy McKee, Mike Dawes and Tommy Emmanuel.He is the founder of the Fingerstyle Academy and the Fanbase Academy Program where he helps musicians monetize and grow their fanbase using YouTube. Here’s what you’ll learn about: Creating a predictable system for growing your fanbase on autopilot, 24/7The biggest mistakes 95% of independent musicians make again and againA new way of marketing your music online - even if you are not well-known Access Tobias’ Free Workshop: https://swm.modernmusician.me/tobias-rauscher-2022 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

Aug 1, 2022 • 1h 14min
SWM 2022 - Elevate Your Artist Mindset with ill.Gates
Dylan Lane, also known as ill.Gates is a world-class touring DJ and CEO and founder of the Producer Dojo. ill.Gates is on a mission to unite musicians in collaboration and camaraderie, creating a thriving community where producers train, grow, and get paid. As a result of his real-life experiences, Dylan shares incredible wisdom on how to take your music career to the next level during his 2022 interview for Modern Musician's Success With Music Virtual Conference.Here’s what you’ll learn about: Creative ways to earn income with your talents (especially if your not famous)A simple way to find a solution to any challenge you encounter as an artistWhat you need to do to create a conversation around your music ill.Gates' 75% off his ill.Methodology producer coaching series:https://swm.modernmusician.me/ill-gates-2022Register for Dojo TV House Party: https://members.producerdojo.com/a/2147496550/F3v6oVtAThe Weekly Download: https://members.producerdojo.com/a/26335/F3v6oVtAWant 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

Jul 25, 2022 • 58min
SWM 2022 - 5 Steps To Get Your Music Heard by the Gatekeepers in TV & Film with Chris SD
Chris SD, is an award-winning music producer who has been helping artists, composers, producers and songwriters get their music synced for over 15 years. He is the creator of The Art Of The Song Pitch, a proven step-by-step process that has helped songwriters get their music into everything from Hollywood movies to blockbuster trailers and countless television shows. This is Chris’ 2022 interview from Modern Musician’s Success With Music Virtual Conference and he reveals the best information for artists looking to get their music into TV, Film, Commercials and more!Here’s what you’ll learn about: How to fix the biggest sync licensing pitfall musicians faceHow to connect, build a reputation, and earn the trust of music supervisorsThe process Chris has used to help musicians generate hundreds of thousands of dollars in sync dealsChris SD's Music Production Tips for TV and Film Freebie: https://swm.modernmusician.me/chris-sd-2022Want 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

Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 12min
SWM 2022 - Optimizing The Fan Journey with Adam Ivy
Adam Ivy is an award winning music producer, professional YouTuber, and creative marketing specialist.He’s the founder of sellmusic.com, has been featured on CNBC, MTV, and the E! Network, and has worked with artists like G-Easy, Mod Sun, and Kevin Gates. This is Adam’s 2022 interview from Modern Musician’s Success With Music Virtual Conference and it is a powerful one!Here’s what you’ll learn about: How to gain more visibility on social media platformsThe best way to reach and educate new fansBuilding offers that your fans will love and boosting your income Adam Ivy's Freebie Fanbase Worksheet: https://swm.modernmusician.me/adam-ivy-2022Subscribe and check out Adam’s Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/adamivyCheck out all Adam’s free resources and learn more at: www.Musicmarketing.comCheck out Adam’s beat marketplace at: www.Thecharts.comWant 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

Jul 11, 2022 • 51min
Growing a Fanbase, Building a Team, and Thinking Like An Entrepreneur with Denice Dal Braccio
Denice Dal Braccio is the Founder & CEO of EDM World Magazine, and she’s the Business Manager and Marketing Director at The Billboard 500 Club. Denice is truly obsessed with teaching independent electronic dance music producers how to grow their fan base online, think like an entrepreneur, and help them fast forward their music careers!In this episode Denice breaks down exactly what you need to do in order to thrive in the music business and shares a ton of high-level strategies on how to get there most effectively.Here’s what you’ll learn about: The two biggest mistakes artists make when starting out with musicThe fastest way to recruit a "Board of Directors" for your music businessThe secret to building relationships with music business professionals and fansLearn more about Denice at her official website: https://denicedalbraccio.com/ Join the Billboard 500 Club: https://thebillboard500.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

Jul 5, 2022 • 47min
A Step-By-Step Guide to Pitching, Landing and Leveraging Blogs and Media Outlets with Jon Anderson
Jon Anderson is the founder of Two Story Media where he helps artists get heard and be understood. That includes interviewing artists to uncover the stories behind good songs, curating music reviews to give artists a platform for deeper engagement and helping artists promote their music in meaningful ways. In this episode Jon shares his deep understanding of how to tell your story in a meaningful way to make the most impact on your audience. Jon believes that every song has two stories: one that’s written and one that’s heard. You’re going to love this episode! Here’s what you’ll learn about: How to get press coverage from the best-fit outlets and media companiesUsing PR to build credibility and tell your artist's storyThe best way to research and pitch yourself to press, blogs, and mediaFind out more about Jon and his company: https://twostorymelody.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

Jun 27, 2022 • 57min
How To Capture The Attention of Your Audience with Eric Alper
Eric Alper is a Canadian music correspondent, blogger, radio host and former director of media relations, at eOne Music Canada based in Toronto, Ontario.For the past 25+ years, Eric Alper has been at the forefront of the Canadian entertainment industry – making the Public in Public Relations his business. His enthusiasm, encyclopedic knowledge of the past and present have made him the go-to for music in Canada. He is also host of one of the top-rated SiriusXM shows “ThatEricAlper”. Here’s what you’ll learn about: What’s working today to get your music heard by the right people Debunking myths about the current state of the music industryThe reality of being successful in the music industry todayFind out more about Eric Apler at his official website: https://www.thatericalper.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

Jun 20, 2022 • 58min
How Your Energy and Authenticity Fuel Your Music Career with Bob James
Bob James is a PGCert qualified teacher, mentor, life coach, mindfulness tutor and music industry specialist.As a teacher, mentor and public speaker, Bob has worked for or presented sessions for BIMM, ACM, University of Surrey, Bucks New University, Henley Business School, Leeds College of Music, Confetti/Nottingham Trent University, The Songwriting Academy, Music Academy (Bologna) and Platform One amongst many others.Having been an active music manager for many years, Bob talks about how artists need support not only with their careers, but also with their mental health and how you need to learn to understand the psychological pressures you are under, be your authentic self and be able to trust other people.Here’s what you’ll learn about: The secret to enjoying your music career journey Embracing your true self and destroying limiting beliefsHow collaboration is the key to unlocking success in the music industryLearn more about Bob James and Get Money From Music: https://www.getmoneyfrommusic.comWant 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

Jun 13, 2022 • 53min
An Exploration of Creative Careers and Mental Health with Finn McKenty
Finn McKenty is an American marketing strategist, music commentator, writer and graphic designer who currently runs the YouTube channel The Punk Rock MBA and is director of marketing at the online education platform URM AcademyFinn shares his wealth of wisdom during this episode about some of the most important aspects of being creative, like managing your psychology and maintaining your mental health.Here’s what you’ll learn about: The most important aspects you should focus on in your music careerWhy maintaining your mental health comes above everything elseThe keys to having a long-lasting creative career and finding happiness Check out Finn’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ThePunkRockMBAFor The Best Rock and Metal Production Courses check out the URM Academy: https://urm.academyWant 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

Jun 6, 2022 • 54min
The Three Keys to Reality Singing Show and Music Career Success with Brianna Ruelas
Brianna Ruelas is a strategist and reality TV music coach, singer/songwriter, and best selling author. Brianna’s expertise and background led her to mentoring and consulting indie artists and bands, to help them realize successful careers in music. She is passionate about supporting indie artists on their journey, and igniting them towards sustainable careers in music. Here’s what you’ll learn about: How to leverage this underrated platform to hit the marketing jackpotDefining a clear strategy and plan to showcase your potentialHow to get cast and maximize a reality singing show competition Registration for the FREE JUNE 2022 Masterclass:https://www.briannaruelasmusic.com/masterclass Enroll in the Reality Singing Show Success Academy: www.briannaruelasmusic.com/modernmusicianReality Singing Show Research Cheatsheet:https://www.briannaruelasmusic.com/freebie 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