

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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Jan 10, 2022 • 39min
Lessons learned from Making $1,000,000 as a Musician with Jason Tonioli
Jason Tonioli is a New Age pianist, ninja entrepreneur, and Modern Musician Gold Artist alum who’s self published eight albums and eight piano books. He had a 7 figure year last year with his music.He also owns the travel agency Amazing Vacations Costa Rica which arranged our awesome retreat. We talk about the Costa Rica Retreat and much more on this powerful episode of the podcast.Here’s what you’ll learn about: The power of the mastermind groupsSimple mindset tools to remove obstacles from your lifeThe 2 keys to having all of the success you want in your music careerWebsite Music Site: https://tonioli.com/Jason's vacation company: https://amazingvacationscostarica.com/Want to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor

Jan 3, 2022 • 1h 3min
Digital Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and the Future of Music Tech with Matej Harangozo
Matej Harangozo is an award winning entrepreneur, music enthusiast, TEDx Speaker and innovative technologist. He is a driver of disruption with a track record of developing cutting-edge platforms and automation protocols.Matej is the founder of Digital Science Media where he has pioneered a revolutionary approach to learning the music business. He helps artists with the latest in how to succeed in digital marketing & running ads as well as brand strategy development and much more. Here’s what you’ll learn about: How to run your music career as a real businessHow to leverage digital marketing to attract your super fansThe potential of NFT’s and the future of music technology Check out Matej’s Indie Artist Accelerator https://digital-science-media-dfdb.mykajabi.com/indie-artist-acceleratorWebsite: www.digitalsciencemedia.comFollow Matej on Instagram: matej_h_entreprenuerWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor

Dec 27, 2021 • 53min
A Simple 4-Step Process for Sync Licensing Success with Michael Elsner
Michael Elsner is the Founder of Master Music Licensing with over 2000 placements of original music in TV shows, film trailers, and commercials.He helps artists create a consistent income stream with their music by showing them how to successfully license their music to TV, films, commercials, video games, and other outlets.This interview was taken from the 2021 Success With Music Conference hosted by Modern Musician. Michael Elsner is a master at the fundamentals and this was an incredible interview! Here’s what you’ll learn about: The difference between the traditional music industry and syncThe super simple 4-step process Michael teaches his studentsFinding placements in TV, Film, and more while staying true to your music styleGet Michael Elsner's FREE Master Music Licensing E-Book Here: http://bit.ly/MasterMusicLicensingE-bookWebsite: https://www.mastermusiclicensing.com/Want to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor

Dec 20, 2021 • 51min
Work Hard Playlist Hard with Mike Warner
Mike Warner has over 20 years of experience as an exec in the music industry. He’s the director of artist, label, and DSP relations at Chartmetric - an awesome music analytics tool.He’s been featured on CNBC, at SXSW, and at the Electronic Music Conference. And he’s a best-selling author with his book “Work Hard Playlist Hard.” This week's episode will help you take your playlisting to the next level with a conversation I had with a playlisting expert!Here’s what you’ll learn about: When and how to reach out to playlists to ensure the best chance at successHow to research playlisting companies to find the best one for youWays to leverage exciting new features on Amazon Music and Apple Music when planning your next release Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/askmikewarnerWebsite: www.workhardplaylisthard.comWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor

Dec 13, 2021 • 1h 2min
Increasing Your Brand Recognition and Getting Heard 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.If you’re ready to dive into an end of the year masterclass on merging your creativity with your branding and promotion strategy - then you’ll want to tune into this week’s episode of the Modern Musician Podcast! Here’s what you’ll learn about: The 3 fundamental elements that any successful major brand has in commonTools for merging your branding, promotion, and marketing into one systemHow to turn your music and your brand into a movementSubscribe 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/MusicMentor

Dec 6, 2021 • 37min
Creating a Live, In-Studio Experience from Anywhere in the World with Kevin Williams of Sessionwire
Kevin Williams is the Chief Community Officer of Sessionwire - a software tool that allows artists and producers to remotely collaborate while making high quality recordings from around the world.Sessionwire has been featured on CBS and NBC, and they’ve worked with award winning, multi-platinum recording teams of artists like Madonna, David Bowie, Travis Scott, and Shawn Mendes.If you’ve ever wanted an easy way to record remotely with other artists, producers, and engineers without missing a beat, this episode is for you!Some of the benefits of Sessionwire: It allows you to send notes back and forth in real timeIt’s easy to use - built for pros and amateursMakes it easy to connect different workstations to one another (protools, logic, garageband...)You can use it to network with other artists and producers from around the world Create your Sessionwire Account here: https://www.sessionwire.com/ Use code: MM2021 to get a FREE Trial of a premium Sessionwire artist account. Want to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor

Nov 29, 2021 • 39min
Mastering Your Brand and Leveraging TikTok with Sean “BrandMan” Taylor
Sean Taylor is a music marketing expert who’s written three books on the topic of mastering your music branding. His book “Master Music Branding” is considered the expert guide to artist image.If you could use some guidance with your branding or if you’re just ready to level up, then you won’t want to miss this episode!Here’s what you’ll learn about: The power of TikTok and some great tools to leverage the platformThe most simple and direct way to connect with your fans through videoThe most important part of branding (which most people forget about!)Check out Sean’s Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7RgQTe5CiHZiMfb5qk8YuAAccelerate your PERSONAL music marketing and branding at http://www.BRANDMANNETWORK.com Want to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor

Nov 22, 2021 • 48min
Everything You Need To Know about Sync Licensing with Kyle Hunter
Kyle Hunter, AKA K Sparks is the CEO and founder of Rhythm Couture - a music licensing company whose client list includes Calvin Klein, Vans, Forever 21, MTV, and many more. Taken from this year's Success With Music Conference interview, Kyle shares his expertise and personal experience on what it takes to succeed and create a lucrative stream of income for yourself through licensing your music in TV, Film, commercials and more.Here are a few lessons you will learn:Using your music to earn money while you sleepPros and cons of exclusive vs. non-exclusive licensing dealsYour music is your portfolio (diversity is key to getting more placement opportunities) Visit the Rhythm Couture Website: https://www.rhythmcouture.comFree Music Licensing Tips: https://www.rhythmcouture.com/mlbThe Music Licensing Blueprint - https://kylehunter.podia.com/the-music-licensing-blueprintWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor

Nov 15, 2021 • 36min
Booking Private Gigs with Logan Thomas - Rockstar Client Interview Series
Logan Thomas is the team leader of our entire coaching staff at Modern Musician - teaching our clients how to grow their fan bases and create a sustainable income.He’s also an indie-pop singer/songwriter who’s taken the tools that we teach, made them his own, and now he’s regularly bringing in over $5,000 a month with his own music.Here’s what you’ll learn about: Where and how to find private gig opportunitiesThe tools you need to take advantage of these opportunities once you find themKeys to developing the right mentality for approaching high paying clientsVisit Logan’s website to learn more: https://www.loganthomasmusic.com/Grab Logan’s Venue Tracking Templates for FREE: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/13w2dsm9IdGW1EXrc3Qap4hud-rX_CSh_NabGOJS41xM/edit?usp=sharingTemplates: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pFg8r4_3Yo9ShyJN6yiUW49BvyodSQALhhwpHj78OMA/edit?usp=sharingWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor

Nov 8, 2021 • 45min
Bringing Joy, Creativity, and Ownership to the Business Side of Your Music with Gabe Schillinger of Legion Beats
Gabe Schillinger is the CEO, producer, and engineer behind Legion Beats which offers quality beats and hooks, mixing and mastering, and promo.He’s worked with artists like Snoop Dogg, 2 Chainz, Kendrick Lamar, and many more.In this episode we delve into the marketing and business side of your music career, and how to apply the foundations for success. Here’s what you’ll learn about: How to catch a trend and make it your ownA great way to turn likes and followers into true fansGetting your fans from from Facebook, IG, etc onto your own platformCheck out Gabe’s company Legion Beats Here: https://legionbeats.com/Follow Gabe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legiongabe/?hl=enWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor