Geared toward independent artists, musicians, agents, managers, teams, and organizations. I’m going to tell you all the insight, hacks, and secrets we’ve got and new ones as we come across them. No BS and no dream selling here, just facts and experiences that will save people time, money, and heartb…
DIYT™ - Do It Yourself Together
We're back. And we talked with Derrick and Eric from Tacenda Ash about police dispatching, pizza, and time management for our most recent episode of Chromatic Tales on the Eclipse Window podcast. Sounds like White Stripes meets Oasis.https://tacendaash.net/https://diytmusic.comhttps://bandturo.comhttps://martingawlakcompany.com Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trying to get back into the grind after the move and BIG changes, we promised Mailchimp we'd make a podcast about how helpful they are. Here I spit-balled on their company and how it has helped many artists and companies based on their "better-than-Tesla" offerings, which I just coined and they have no idea about. They really have powerful things ready for anyone ready to bring their business or career to the next level, and we tried to touch on the main bases of their huge offering. Just listen and ask us questions and subscribe or share. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We talked to KamNutty in one of my favorite interviews in recent memory. He talks about wanting to put more music out, why he loves Atlanta, and getting shot. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We do a great job stumping or brother here with some of the questions but he's a great dude and a good sport. Heartmeat. diytmusic.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Kira Crews from For Enemies In Divisions lets us get to know them on this Chromatic Tales interview. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Quick tip on how to alleviate the responsibility of tour booking and the emotional toll it takes to get let down hundreds of times to get to locking in each gig. Great way to share the band management accountability and feel supported by your team members. diytmusic.com bandturo.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
You don't even have to listen to this. Just go to FreedomPop.com to sign up. They are not a sponsor but, what's up, Freedom Pop? Call me. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Today in the Do It Yourself Together™ Eclipse Window Music Manager podcast we interview Russel from Hitman Blues Band for our series "Chromatic Tales." Beer, questions, and answers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We tune into Michael Judkins with the 12 questions of the "Chromatic Tales." Poetry, theatre, and artists with their Master's degree. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Trying to get better at the listening to me thing, I talk about some broads and specifics about using Hellobar on your website to funnel fans into doing things you want them to do. Stick with it and you might learn something. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Get to know Bill Dwyer from Bill Dwyer band before you really get to know them. 12 question rundown interview. Give this episode a rating if you like it. Visit Bill Dwyer Band on the internet for more Bill Dwyer Band content. Go to DIYTMusic.com to get interviewed for our podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
You can take your Facebook friends, export their Facebook account emails to Yahoo, then link them to your Gmail and export that list for email marketing. Use Mailchimp (up to 2,000 contacts free), Sendblaster, or Constant Contact to nurture your fans with your new email list from Facebook. Don't sell. Just nurture. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This is the raw audio from our pilot episode of "Exceptional" by Gainesville Music Association. Gainesville Music Association is our parent company and has started a series of interviews of local doers in Gainesville, FL. Subscribe to that podcast and listen to us evolve. The first episode features Guido Montenegro, Head of Urban Revitalization Project, and a lot of parking garage reverb. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Here is what most rappers are doing wrong in their raps. Start from the beginning. It's easier to come correct, and easier to tell a good story. diytmusic.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
You're not getting into specifics here, but we will show you how to steer the ship. Let's chop it up and get your independent artist project looking clean and purposeful. Don't try too hard. Do put in energy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We really like our booking email format/template. For one of our artists, we are trying something new. And it is based on a very exceptionally engaging social media advertising strategy which we may get to soon in another podcast. But check this one out, and hopefully it will get you thinking about ways to market your performance in a way that helps talent buyers, concert goers, and promoters sell your show and therefore easier to sell to them. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
A brief check-up on if you're booking hard or not. Also, if you have a long-term, new-age mindset. So simple, so stupid. We talk about the four things you can do on a tour date you couldn't get booked. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
There’s so much you can do to offer enough value to get a day job to support your music project. Tough part is it takes full time effort and time in general to acquire. In this episode we inspire you to start pursuing a remote gig now. The plus side is you may have already started and not even realize it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Music managers have a lot on their plate. Especially if you’re doing the job of multiple positions. Especially especially if you’re also in the band. Here’s some tips and permission to pay yourself on the back to keep your momentum going and production up over time. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Brilliant idea from a customer. Thank you Anthony M from Chicago for the insight. Listen up! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
There is so much power in knowing your lane and putting your head down to work toward it. This is an intro to get you thinking about where you really want to be in 5 years. And what you spend your time doing, which is the most important part of life. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Inevitable and terrorizing team morale, we address when a gig gets canceled. Biggest clue we can give is to mourn real quick and put your head back down to grind out a replacement gig. Tough? Yes. Destructive? No man. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Today I had a great conversation with Oliver from Swanky Tiger of Brooklyn, NY about goals and rationale for moving forward with their band’s success in the current independent music landscape.We have a tour booking service that we’re always happy to sell but you always have to start with the right thing to do for your project and situation. Check it out. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We’re going to lead you into the seemingly tricky business of tour budgeting. The math is simple and it will help you easily get into professional tour budgeting and profit. Don’t ignore the accounting. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This is the new industry standard for independent touring. Oxymoron? Yup. Welcome to the new world of music business. This short episode is about a major key to successful touring See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Let’s connect the work you do to a dollar amount and respect amount. We’re talking about how you can break into actually getting paid for your work while simultaneously improving the performance of your team members. Think you’re going to like this one. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Music gigs. Music managers. Get up to date with band promotions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Who is older: email or Facebook? For real though, why do an email list this year or next? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This is a simple breakdown of making your music work. Listen and give a review. I’m supposed to say more here but I think the podcast speaks for itself. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Who do you get your advice from? Do they know the new music business or are they just grumpy? The old heads are actually the key to success and the key to failure. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
If you’re a music manager or agent in the independent artist industry and you’re not thinking about how you spend your time then wise up. Let’s talk about how you spend your time getting the right band exposure and what is important to your musician, band, or artists. Hint: It’s always changing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Music managers and booking agents rejoice. If we’re talking about money let’s talk about busking. Here’s a true story about a successful artist making a better-than-great life on the back of busking. And zero confirmed gigs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Yo, I mean no disrespect to nobody but studio time is for privileged fat cats. No disrespect. Get with the indie music game and learn to capture your ballads and tunes with that Xbox Rock Band mic. You ain’t U2. No disrespect. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ever paid $50 for sound to play to an empty room? Music managers have goals, and if monetization is a goal then listen up. Open mics can have better rooms to capitalize on with merch sales, contacts, and email grabs than half decent venue shows. Peep game ting win. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This one’s easy but maybe you need to literally hear it. It’s def rockstar of you to sell out quarter beer night to practice your craft. The best part is you’re literally making your own schedule already whether you know it or not yet. Peep game. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This could be the most important episodes you listen to since so many of us are sketchy about parting ways with people we like. This is your pass to know when it’s time to move on and take action by subtraction. We’re also going to make you feel better about the aftermath by coaching you through replacing that band member or team member. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wow, what a technical term! It really just means “how to know if we’re doing the right thing.” Stop with your pie in the sky goals. At least for now. We’re going to talk about how to use them and how to make them work in your favor. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In this episode we talk about looking at your band and its goals like a doctor. Professionals look at the big picture, the important details, and the resources at their disposal. Does your band need medicine or a new leg/guitar player? Tip: Make sure your new leg has a great attitude. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Best advice? Easiest advice? Easiest podcast? Keep it simple. White space and message. Read a blog or something. Let the talent show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Lord I hope we’re doing this right. No lawyers here, just some acquired advice for leading your project. Who owns the song rights? Who calls the shots and band practices? Who puts their professional foot down? Simple stuff for reinforcement for you becoming great. Any questions just ask. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Career musician tip. Let’s learn the new basics and build a steamroll movement. This is how to build 5-6 local markets/cities and boost your career. Let’s make complicated things simple. Why play 5 nearby towns on the weekends? Well, for the cash and the fame obviously. And practically. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Vine died. MySpace died. Yo, even Blockbuster died. Use email lists to capture fans, promote your junk, and stay in touch. In this episode we talk about the “why” for getting humans’ emails and the best “how’s/when’s” to build a career with your music. Don’t get old fam. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
With this one single episode you can land some gigs and get money in your pocket ASAP. Or you could just be cool and learn how to respect people’s time and let the success come to you. We cover everything in just five minutes from even writing a good subject line to what links should be in the actual email to get you booked or pointed in the right direction. I want to also add two things as a bonus for knowing how to read: MAJOR KEY #1 - Be polite & brief to start, MAJOR KEY #2 - Follow up, follow up, follow up. And ON TIME. @ me on social and tell me if this worked or has ever worked for you. I might put you on a podcast when we get some big sub numbers to help promote your music or agency. @diytmusic See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.