

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 11, 2021 • 33min
The Truth About Music Branding with Greg Wilnau
Greg Wilnau is the founder of Musician Monster and helps artists and musicians discover how to do what they love full-time, and on their own terms by sharing information that is actionable and relevant. Greg’s expertise is in the realm of branding - specifically music branding for artists and musicians. In this episode, Greg shares the biggest challenges that artists face when it comes to creating a consistent and intentional music brand that cuts through the noise and embodies their unique style. In this episode you will discover how to:Discover your “Music Brand Archetype” Get clear on your values so you don’t fear “selling out”Define your vision as a brandGet Greg’s FREE Music Branding Cheat Sheet here: www.musicianmonster.com/swmSign up for Michael's Walker's FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop Here: https://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com
Jan 4, 2021 • 1h 5min
The Best Tools For Succeeding on Social Media in 2021 with Rick Barker
Learn from Rick Barker, the CEO of the Music Industry Blueprint, former manager of Taylor Swift, and social media ninja as we discuss how to grow, nurture, and monetize your fanbase right now.By sharing his experience and insider tips, Rick helps his clients understand the music business and fast-track their steps to setting up and monetizing their music. In this episode Rick shares the most current and cutting edge tools he’s using with his artists, that you can use to connect with your own audience:Stop chasing everyone and get focused (pick the platform where your people are.)Do the things that aren’t scalable (time is more precious than money).Find what makes you different, and don’t be afraid to share it.To access Rick Barker’s 2021 Social Media Training visit: www.rickbarker.com/modernYou can also sign up for Michael's Walker's FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop Here: https://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com
Dec 28, 2020 • 55min
How to Break Into Keynote Concerts with Tiamo De Vettori
Tiamo De Vettori is the Founder of the Musicpreneur Academy and a Music Prosperity Mentor who has spoken to over 100,000 people at universities, seminars, and music conferences like the ASCAP Expo and CD Baby’s DIY Musician Conference.In this episode we learn from Tiamo about how he went from playing empty coffee shops for free, to regularly being paid thousands of dollars to play for thousands of people. And more importantly - how you can make the same shift in your career. Tiamo shares the best tips on how to get these “secret, high paying gigs”:Change your mindset around money (stop playing free gigs).Surround yourself with positive people who empower you.Do it in your way (bring your special talent to the table).Get access to Tiamo’s FREE Keynote Concert’s Blueprint here: http://bit.ly/TiamoFreeBlueprintYou can also sign up for Michael's Walker's FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop Here: https://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com
Dec 21, 2020 • 51min
How to Build a Pipeline of Discoverability with Graham Cochrane
Graham Cochrane is the Founder of Recording Revolution - an online community that has taught over 350,000 musicians and songwriters how to create radio-worthy songs from their bedroom or home studio.Learn about how he gained over half a million subscribers on Youtube, and leveraged his channel to create a sustainable and thriving career in music. On this episode Graham shares the very best methods to build your audience on Youtube:Make your content authentic versus slick (people want connection).Create content buckets (originals, covers, behind the scenes..).Pick a content rhythm that you can commit to, and be consistent.Sign up for Graham’s FREE Workshop here: http://bit.ly/GrahamFreeWorkshopYou can also sign up for Michael's Walker's FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop Here: https://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com
Dec 14, 2020 • 48min
How to Launch a Successful Kickstarter Campaign with Laser Malena-Webber
Laser Malena-Webber is a writer, director, musician, and crowdfunding coach who has helped artists raise over $1 Million through Kickstarter campaigns. Laser is passionate about independent art: creating it, consuming it, and helping make it possible through crowdfunding.In our interview, Laser shares a wealth of knowledge and experience creating successful Kickstarter campaigns. Laser discusses the nuts and bolts of getting your project funded, including:How to build your mission statement.Making your community part of the art you make.Knowing your goal - set a bold/realistic budget for your project.If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to create a successful Kickstarer campaign this episode is for you!Get Laser’s FREE Kickstarter workbook here: http://success.lasercampaigns.com/To sign up for Laser’s Kickstarter course: http://course.lasercampaigns.com/You can also sign up for Michael's Walker's FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop Here: https://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com
Dec 7, 2020 • 56min
Integrity, Purpose, and Finding Your Authentic Voice with Wendy Parr
Wendy is a Holistic Artist Coach. One of the industry’s top vocal coaches sought out by artists, managers, labels & producers worldwide. This awe-inspiring list includes Sara Barellies, Regina Spektor, Melanie Martinez, Lynn Gunn of PVRIS, Marc E. Bassy and many more.Wendy mentors artists on how to find and express their most genuine selves. As a vocal producer, working side by side with the artist’s music producer, Wendy provides the trust, tools and support in the studio to bring out an outstanding, genuine and emotional performance. With Wendy, creatives meet their full potential.Wendy shares her unique philosophy and technique, including:Recognize what lights your fireLet go of imitation to bring out your own voiceAchieve success by finding your core worth and integrityThis is by far the most essential episode for every artist looking to find their authentic voice and pursue their music career with integrity and purpose. Don’t miss this one! Find out about Wendy’s events, offerings and courses here: www.wendyparr.comBe sure to sign up for Wendy’s newsletter because 2021 has incredible new courses coming! Wendy Parr’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/wendyparr/Wendy’s Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/wendyparrYou can also sign up for Michael's Walker's FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop Here: https://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshop
Nov 30, 2020 • 52min
The Power of Email Marketing for Musicians with Cheryl B. Engelhardt
Cheryl Engelhardt is an award winning artist, coach, and the founder of In The Key Of Success, a website of resources for musicians with amazing training on branding, email marketing, and getting out of your own way. In our interview, Cheryl shows us how powerful email marketing for musicians actually is, how to build your email list the right way, and how to engage and monetize your fanbase using email. Sign Up for Cheryl’s 5 Day Email Challenge here: www.inthekey.co/emailchallenge Get access to Cheryl’s FREE “Mastering Email” workbook here: www.inthekey.co/amplify You can also sign up for Michael's Walker's FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop Here: https://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshop To learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com
Nov 23, 2020 • 48min
The Art Of Pitching Your Music For TV & Film With Keatly Haldeman
Keatly Haldeman is a songwriter, producer, and the CEO of Riptide Music Group. He's a titan in the sync licensing industry and has landed sync placements with Star Wars, The Avengers, Grey’s Anatomy, Apple, Pepsi, Nintendo, and many many more.Keatly shares from a wealth of experience on how to write and record music that will transcend the noise and pitch it in a way that will be irresistible to music supervisors.If you've ever wondered what it takes to get your music synced in TV, Film, and commercials then don't miss this one!Sign Up For The FREE Sync Mastery Workshop Here: https://www.modernmusician.me/sync-mastery-workshop

Nov 16, 2020 • 54min
The Keys To Unlocking Spotify and Monetizing New Fans with Chris Greenwood
Chris Greenwood, known by his stage name Manafest, is an award winning Canadian rapper and rock artist from Pickering, Ontario, Canada. He’s the founder of Fanbase University and coaches artists like you on how to grow and monetize a fanbase so you can make a living and an impact with your music.In this episode, Chris takes us on his artistic journey and lays out how to properly market your music online, grow your Spotify streams, make an income and fully capitalize on your new releases.If you want coaching from Chris Greenwood visit: https://bit.ly/FanbaseUniversityYou can also sign up for Michael's Walker's FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop Here: https://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com
Nov 9, 2020 • 42min
How To Confidently Plan and Execute Your Next Release with Bree Noble
Bree Noble is an award winning Musician, Music Business Mentor, and the host of the Female Entrepreneur Musician Podcast. Bree helps artists and musicians confidently plan and execute the release of their music. In our interview, Bree breaks down the exact methods and strategies she has developed for generating the best results for a music launch. She’s created a comprehensive framework for musicians of all kinds to get the most out of every release and make a huge impact. Whether it’s a single, EP, or full album, she shares a ton of valuable information on how to create content, plan, and execute your next music release.We were excited to have Bree on this episode of the podcast! You don’t want to miss this one! Sign up for Bree’s FREE “Rock Your Next Release” workshop here: https://bit.ly/BreeNobleMasterclassYou can also sign up for Michael's Walker's FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop Here: https://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com


