Modern Musician Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wendy Day is a mentor and consultant for hip hop artists. She’s worked with artists like Eminem, Lil Wayne, Young Buck, and many more.She’s also brokered landmark deals, including Cash Money Records’ thirty million dollar deal with Universal Music Group.And she runs a non-profit organization called Rap Coalition helping artists to navigate the industry more advantageously.Wendy is a legend in the Hip Hop industry and you won’t want to miss what she has to say!Here’s what you’ll learn about: How to identify your target market and best fit fansCreative ways of building out your streams of incomeTools for assembling and motivating your team to help you reach your goalsLearn more about Wendy by visiting: www.wendyday.comWendy Day’s Youtube Channel: youtube.com/thisiswendydayWant to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor

Do you feel lost and out of your element when trying to network and collaborate with other artists and producers?If you do, then you will love this episode of the podcast featuring Wyshmaster Beats. Wyshmaster is a grammy-nominated, multi-platinum producer who has worked with some of the biggest Artists in the Music Industry, including Lil Wayne, Nelly, Pitbull, Tech N9ne, T-Pain, Rick Ross, and many more.He’s also the CEO of WyshmasterBeats.com - a platform designed to provide quality beats for all styles of music.Here’s what you’ll learn about: Best/most effective practices when reaching out to other artists and producersHow to maintain a growth mindset while continually improving in your craftThe best way to grow your fanbase and create buzz around your music right nowGet 5 FREE beats from Wyshmaster Beats here: https://www.wyshmasterbeats.com/freebeats/Want to Fast Track Your Music Career? Try MusicMentor™ Pro For Free: https://link.modernmusician.me/MusicMentor