The Curtiss King Podcast

In this live podcast I talk to a super talented independent female rapper YaH-Ra about her journey, lessons learned, and gems she has about being a modern independent artist. Follow YaH-Ra: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yahcreates/ Bandcamp: https://yahmusic.bandcamp.com/ YouTube: http://youtube.com/singityaya --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

In this podcast I talk to an entertainment attorney named Somara Jacques, aka The Latte Lawyer who specializes in making entertainment, IP copyright/trademark, and music business easier to understand. Somara J's Website: https://www.thelattelawyer.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelattelawyer/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelattelawyer --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

I have a brand new perspective on YouTube video content as it relates to views and metrics. Listen to this audio version of a newsletter I sent off today on my DIYers email list. Trying something new. I just sent off an email and for the first time ever I created an audio voiceover for your convenience. Hope you enjoy it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

In this podcast I talk to music producer, YouTuber, & videographer Ave Mcree about music + life. AVE MCREE Courses & Sounds: https://linktr.ee/avemcree YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRNU6E3OnmVNW1cR6Up9hdQ/join Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamavemcree/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

In this podcast + livestream I made a new song with the homey TRIZZ and discussed what the modern independent rapper and producer must do to be successful. Trizz, born Arthur “Tre” Lea III, is a self- released rapper from the Inland Empire, a region of Southern California, east of Los Angeles. At the age of 31, Trizz is poised to become one of the most prolific lyricists of his time, consistently writing rhymes, producing new material and touring across the world! Trizz Website: https://trizzonline.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

In this podcast I talk to music producer, composer, & multi-DAW fluent Craftmaster Productions about music + life. CMP is a producer/ composer who has been born and raised in Miami, Florida, a diverse city whose influences can be found throughout his music. CMP is self-taught and well versed in Pro Tools, FL Studio, Studio One, and a host of other DAW's. His site CMPkits.com currently employs 6 sample markers aside from himself. CMP Courses & Sounds: COURSES: https://www.producercourses.com/a/2147529658/Ex4oUFRp | Sounds: https://www.cmpkits.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

In this episode I talk to legendary music producer & SP 404 savant DIBIA$E. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

In this episode I talk to a legendary music producer, rapper, and friend Willie B (Ichiban Don) about his work with Kendrick Lamar, what J. Cole loved about his beats, working with Daylyt, spirituality, Larry David, and the uncomfortable advice he has for Curtiss King. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

In this livestream I talk to music producer and motivational content creator Beautiful Beats. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeautifulBeats99 | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautifulbeats99/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

In this episode we talk to music industry veteran and mentor DAME TAYLOR about his views on the online Music Producer community. We discuss the responsibility content creators have to hold their audience accountable as well as a variety of music related topics. Connect with Dame Taylor at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyGpo0sXgI_AKBoM0GXNRUw & https://www.youtube.com/@damemonster --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

Based on my music related youtube content for independent musicians, many people have the impression that I may be anti-music industry. In this video I address it all. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

In this livestream I talk to 13x platinum music producer and YouTuber Bolo Da Producer about the music industry, YouTube, going viral on Instagram, and his music production journey. Bolo's production & writing credits include Silento - "Watch Me" --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

In this episode I talk to music producer STLNDRMS about the music industry, videography, his exit from social media, and life. Stlndrms is an Atlanta based musician and music producer who shares his insights on the art and independent business of music & sound design. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicandlifepod/support

If you could sit your younger self down, what would be the best piece of advice you could give? I think about this question often and have actually answered it a few times on my Youtube channel. But in today's podcast I take different approach to this common question thanks to a Tweet last week from Splice that I answered. No matter what stage or you are in your creative journey I think that you will find a great deal of value in this episode --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Building a fanbase around your music or business isn't an easy task. It requires a lot of work many creatives are not willing to do and because of that many feel like their audience growth is stuck. Due to low video views and song streams they often feel like their growth has reached a ceiling and don't know how to break through it. Hopefully after today's episode Curtiss King will help you understand why you have reached that peak. #TheCurtissKingPodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

In the 100th episode of TCKP we discuss the details of why most music producer are afraid to take risks with their music career. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

In this season premiere of The Curtiss King Podcast, Curt discusses what happens when we as producer lose touch with who we are while in pursuit of our goals. Get 7% off DistroKid if you signup through my custom link: http://distrokid.com/vip/curtissking --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

In today's podcast episode we speak again with best selling author, entrepreneur, and Flow State expert Steven Kotler. In this conversation we dive deeper than just FLOW and get to discuss Steven's philosophy about writer's block and some amazing tips he has for songwriters. Lastly we discuss Steven's most recent books "The Art Of Impossible" and his Cyberpunk Novel "The Devil's Dictionary" Get Steven Kotler's Books: The Devil's Dictionary: https://amzn.to/3xjLxFT The Art Of Impossible: https://amzn.to/3ath8vS Visit Steven Kotler's Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producer Aiden Kenway is perhaps one of the most well known beat remakers on YouTube. His ability to dissect, uncover, & recreate sounds from popular songs by Travis Scott, Pop Smoke, Drake, & more has led him to over 188,000 YouTube Subscribers. In this interview he talks with Curtiss King about his humble beginnings, his rigid daily regimen, and his advice for Type Beat producers. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

In this exclusive sit down with one of the most recognizable voices in daytime tv commercials, TUNDE, better known as The Everest College Guy talks to Curtiss King about life before and after his iconic ad. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

My organic producer superpower. What if I told you that I had a superpower that I knew could change everything for me, but I avoided using it. Why? Because I like making life unnecessarily difficult for no reason at all... I mean DUH. What is this PRODUCER SUPERPOWER? My ability to market my products and my brand organically, in a way many producers wouldn't risk. Let's talk about it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Live Life Like You Were Given A Second Chance. At the recording of this podcast I was fresh off a trash 48 hours of chaos. When I attempted to look out for some optimism in the moment, I found myself just getting more frustrated. Instead I turned to a philosophy inspired by a journal entry I once wrote. This entry posed the question: If my life was unexpectedly taken away, but I was somehow given a second chance to live it again, what would I do differently? Let this podcast be your guide to living a life with the urgency and appreciation you deserve. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

What does the business and lifestyle of a full time music producer actually look like? In this podcast we follow up last week's talk about the multiple routes to success available to the modern Music Producer. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

This week my social media audience saw a few different faces of Curtiss King. Curtiss King the TikTok producer, Curtiss King the skit comedian, Curtiss King the motivator, etc. In showcasing these different parts of my personality it has inspired and entertained many while confusing others about what I'm trying to accomplish. In this episode I dive into why I choose not to explain myself to the confused. Long story short....I choose happiness over the need to be RIGHT. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Why I'm Selling Beats Again. In a turn of events that may or may not be surprising to my most diehard viewers, I've made the decisions to sell beats again. So much has changed since I decided to stop selling in 2019. New platforms have emerged, I'm a better producer, and I have a team that can help to automate so many things that used to be a headache. However, beyond the evolution of the business there is one platform that inspired this entire chain of events: TIKTOK. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

If this podcast finds you on a day that you feel like quitting and giving up, don't hesitate to watch it. This past week I felt just like you do. All the optimism I usually flock to in those times just didn't hit the same and it had me losing sleep trying to decode it. But as you'll see in this episode, there are stages to our pain. There are messages that these times give us that are asking us to grow. Will you answer that call? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, there is a shift occurring with me and my business. After tearing through content, starting new ventures, and challenging myself to step out of my comfort zone I'm finding that I might've gone too far off the path in some areas. Simply put, it's time for me to focus in on ONE thing. And it is my hope that by being transparent with what that means to me at this stage of my career, it will also help you gain clarity. Like Lebron told Lonzo, KEEP THE MAIN THING THE MAIN THING. Let's expand on that. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, summer time is upon us. And while this summer is going to hit dramatically different than any before, it is important that we keep focused on the goal at hand. So in today's episode I focus in on 10 Things Music Producers have to do this summer to finish 2021 strong and best prepare for 2022. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

How Curtiss King Made 50K In A Week With A Online Course? Music Producers, these are the topics that I typically avoid because they never tell the whole story. While many producers share their success stories to inspire their peers, others use them to validate a pending offer for some course teaching them how they to can do it. That's not me, and that's never been my brand. So in today's episode I'm going to do my best to expose the GOOD, THE CAP, and the UGLY about what my 50K Music Producer Power Course week launch looked like, and why it isn't as grand as it appears. Lastly, in this episode we discuss the relaunch of my online university for Music Producers called Curtiss King University. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

SIR!! On this episode of the Curtiss King Podcast comedian and influencer MikeCakez joins us to talk about his rise to success on Tik Tok, his social media content tips for up and coming creators, the origin of his popular DOWN BAD MAN character, favorite comedians, and graduating college with an Electrical Engineering Degree. Absolutely one of the funniest and most feel good episodes of the pod. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

The Music Producer I'd never buy from is a personality type I'm sure you've seen before. It's usually a guy insulting your intelligence, your self esteem, strategy, and pockets through online advertisements. What's interesting about them is that they usually have more in common with pick up artists than the producers they are trying to finesse. So in today's episode we discuss how to spot them and why you should avoid doing business with them. YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/curtisskingtv --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

My business as a Music Producer is currently scaling. This experience is both exciting and equally nerve wrecking. I'm currently at the painful and vulnerable stage of growth where most people quit. But it's not about me right now, it's about you and the lesson you may be able to learn from my current experience. This podcast is merely me documenting where things are at and the sacrifices that must be made to see it through to the other end successfully. Wish us luck! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, when you're on social media and see your peers living their best life, do you ever feel like you're missing out? Or do you find it challenging to make decisions about your career because you worry that there may be better options out there? You may have what's commonly referred to as FOMO or FOBO: Fear of missing out and Fear of better options. In this episode of the CKPODCAST we discuss in great detail what this looks like for a Music Producer and how we can work our way through by creating our own guiding principles. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Comedian Hannibal Buress talks about his journey in stand up comedy, movie roles, favorite rappers, and the new music he's working on. Hands down one of my favorite interviews. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

What does it mean to be a TOXIC Music Producer? This was a tough podcast episode for me to create, but the transparency was necessary. In my 18 year journey of pursuing this elusive and sometimes selfish goal of creating music full time on my terms, I have undoubtedly hurt some innocent bystanders. I have been guilty of viewing myself as the only character in my movie many times. However, as I get older it makes me more empathetic and self reflective. In this episode I reflect on how the ego and emotions supported by years of justifying this toxic behavior can take a toll on a person if you don't identify, understand, and eliminate it. Hopefully my transparency can help you gain your own clarity. Lastly, LONG LIVE SHOCK G ❤ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, in this episode we discuss in great detail what the fear of success looks and sounds like for a Music Producer. I used to think that the fear of success was an illusion until I came across a quote that perfectly summed up what it truly means. Lastly, I share some very personal stories that vividly explain what the fear of failure looks like in real time. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, in this episode we pay homage to the late DMX and what we will all remember most about him, his PASSION. We talk about what it means to be a passionate producer, my issues with labels that profit off of that passion, and the confidence true ownership of your music career requires. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, how do you spot a "snake" in your music circle? Also, are there character flaws that we have that mistakenly attract more snakes to us? We take a deep dive into both of these topics in today's episode inspired by some really great questions from my YouTube community. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, in this episode of the Curtiss King Podcast we discuss 10 ways to cook up fire beats more consistently. For most of us as producers we are required to wear many different creative hats aside from just our music. This happens so frequently that it can cause us to miss out on our quality beat making time, so here are 10 tips that have helped me personally squeeze out more beats consistently. POWERED BY VOCHLEA DUBLER ►► http://getdubler.com/curtissking --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, in this episode of The Curtiss King Podcast we unpacked alot. First, we discussed my reaction to the Spectrasonics interview with Eric Persing. Second, we talked about expectations Producers should establish when they begin their content creation journey on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, etc. Lastly we discussed the difference between making music to make money and making music that has the ability to make money. POWERED BY VOCHLEA DUBLER ►► http://getdubler.com/curtissking --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, we had the opportunity to interview the founder of Spectrasonics (Omnisphere, Trillian, Keyscape) about their license and sample agreement (*Which They Updated BTW*). Thanks to your overwhelming response to my video that highlighted some grey area terminology for producers and sound designers, they reached out and are looking to provide us clarity and peace of mind. Eric Persing is the founder and creative director of Spectrasonics. He has produced dozens of the sampling industry's top selling titles and gone on to create the award-winning Omnisphere, Keyscape, Stylus RMX, Trilian, Atmosphere and Trilogy software virtual instruments. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, I feel like I've been hearing the phrase "The Industry Standard" since I first start making music. While most producers and engineers understand it to be simply the 'agreed' upon norms of say, the music industry, I think that there are many that use it unconsciously as a measuring stick of your dedication to your craft. Let's talk about it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, self doubt is a tricky beast to understand sometimes. It seems like no matter how great you get at making music, there is an inner voice that knows exactly what buttons to push to make you doubt your craft and most importantly yourself. Self doubt can be paralyzing to the creative mind, but does it have to be? Can self doubt be seen as necessary ingredient towards your constant evolution as a Music Producer? Do those who claim to experience no self doubt still feel motivated to evolve? Lastly, we also discuss a personal mantra I've been using in honor of the late great Nipsey Hussle, called Marathon Learning. What is Marathon Learning? Listen to today's episode and see. Huge thank you to our new sponsors at Vochlea! http://getdubler.com/curtissking --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, this episode of the Curtiss King Podcast I get to finally share with you the journey and story of how my team and I created the first Curtiss King Plugin. That plugin is called The Beat Timer (Available Now! Free Download). What started as scattered thoughts in a notebook finally came to life after a chance encounter with an independent software developer. My hope is that this episode serves as inspiration for those of you that were just like me a few years ago -- full of ideas bigger than your current resources. Not only is it possible, but it is my belief that life is transpiring to make it a reality simply by you planning for it when it feels impossible. The Beat Timer is now available at BeaTimer.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, in this special episode of The Curtiss King Podcast we tackle an age old question: How do you know when your beat is finished? Originally I had a few episode planned with just my own explanation and thought process when deciding on whether I think a beat is complete...but then I had an idea to ask the question to some of my most influential musical peers including: Kyle Beats, Simon Servida, Epik The Dawn, OSYM BEATS, DECAP, Oh Gosh Leotus, L.Dre, Larry Ohh, Sarah The Instrumentalist, Nabeyin, and Captain. The more I edited this podcast the more it started to become one of my favorites episodes of the Curtiss King Podcast. With that said, I present to you the 70th episode (can you believe it?!). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, it is by no means a NEW concept for producers to pen lyrics to their own beats. History has shown that producer/rappers have arguably been some of the most influential to music. However, for the producers out there that don't consider themselves to be recording artists or have never tried writing lyrics, I'd like to make a case for why you should begin now. In today's podcast I discuss how creating, recording, and mixing lyrics can help you become a better Music Producer. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, this past year I have experimented with many different approaches to making music on my cook up days, but none better than the method I share with you today. With many of us balancing a variety of responsibilities outside of music, it can be a real challenge for us hyperfocus on the music and get the most out of our actual cook up days. But, what if there was a 30-60 minute method that could help you maximize these days ? Listen to today's CKP episode about #LeaveTimeForPlayTime to learn more about it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, in today's episode of the Curtiss King Podcast I make my case for why you should think twice about the naturally overthinking process of sitting on unreleased music. This topic was inspired by not only my computer situation from last week but from a tweet that went viral this week. With so much emphasis for musicians on ROLL OUTS and RELEASE DAY STRATEGIES you might find today's episode to be a bit unusual and or comforting. Let's talk about it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, this past week I had a fight with my computer and lost. Over a year worth of music, presets, and rare sounds are gone. And as much as it was a punch to the gut, it was a Tyson uppercut that I needed. In today's episode of the Curtiss King Podcast I share my thoughts about the experience fresh off of 2 reinstallations and a day before my birthday. What a time. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Music Producers, I don't think about age as often as often as I did in my 20s when it pertains to my career as a Music Producer. But for some reason with my 36th birthday approaching next week a new surge of thoughts and possibly insecurities have crept up on me. Questions such as 'how long will be able to do this?' or 'should I be doing more with this time I am privileged to have? Do you, the listener ever feel like this? Let's talk about it and how it relates to the bigger picture. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support

Do Music Producers need an offseason? This was a question that I posed to myself after taking my annual year end break to recharge after an eventful 2020. At first glance it appears to be an almost laughable idea. You, like many others may think to yourself... why would a producer need an offseason? We sit at desks and make beats all day, it's not like we are athletes. But when you consider the mental wear and tear that growing a successful music career can apply and think about just how long a year actually is, it doesn't seem so far fetched. Listen to the podcast and let me know what your thoughts are on this. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/curtisskingpodcast/support