The Enlightened Musician Podcast

On Todays Episode: Isabella Bedoya, founder of Fame Hackers, helps independent artists blow up their music careers using her FAME method. Isabella is a former A&R for a label under Sony Music, and has 5+ years of digital marketing and social media experience working with major labels, music startups and fortune 500 brands. To learn more about Isabella Bedoya: Website FREEBIES DOWNLOAD Including: 7 Tips To Grow A Fan Base Guide 5 Ways To Monetize Your Brand Guide The Value Ladder For Musicians & How To Create Your Own Offers The Fame Hackers Hashtag Strategy And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episode: Jerome Arab, is a Zimbabwean rapper, singer and songwriter whose music is driven by afro-beats, trap-soul, house, dancehall and hip-hop. His music has charted internationally on the beatport EDM charts, and been played in over forty countries. He collaborated and shared the stage with Raekwon, 112, J.P. Cooper and more. On this episode we talk about his stint on the show Big Brother Africa. Navagating the industry and learning the type of people to surround yourself within this industry as well as touring. To learn more about Jerome Arab: Spotify / Youtube / Facebook / Twitter / Instagram And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

Today's Episode is a Q&A all about SYNC LICENSING. We asked you all to send in your questions and you delivered! Our Guest Host Today: Dennis Coronel- He has had placements on over 2000+ spots. He is known for being an amazing Producer aka Soulplusmind and Partner in Iconic Music Agency. Learn More about Dennis Coronel: www.soulplusmind.com // iconic-agency.com Listen to his first interview episode: Sync Licensing 101 And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! EPISODE QUESTIONS TIMESTAMPED: [1:35] Don't just slide into our DMs without introducing yourself, etc. [8:47] What makes a song sync ready? [13:35] Aside from making great music, what are some things one can do to really stand out in sync? [23:00] What licensing companies should I work with? Should I go straight to music supervisors? What's the difference? [30:23] How do I submit to companies? [36:35] How to format email? [38:35] Benefits of exclusive/ non exclusive. Standard deals? [47:18] What kind of music works for sync? Genres that do well or don't? [52:35] How do I keep my artist personality and still write for sync? [56:35] How to structure cues? [1:02:00] File formats to have on hand AIF/stems. Metadata? [1:07:02] What's one stop? [1:09:25] Have to be in music city? [1:14:50] Do you need a manager? [1:18:54] Collecting your royalties - What do I need to have set up? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episode: CerVon Campbell, an independent South Carolina artist known for his soulful sound and deep venting lyrics. CerVon is not only a singer/ rapper, but also credited as a screen writer, stand-up comic, songwriter, and actor. known for bending genres campbell has crafted mixtures of hiphop, r&b, alternatives, indie, country/folk, rock, and edm throughout his discography. the South Carolina native has sounds similar to those of childish gambino, frank ocean, the weekend, to artist like munford&son along with the lumineers. He also talks about his close to 50k Verified Instagram account and some tips how how to grow your social organically. To learn more about Cervon: Instagram Website New Song: Miss Universe And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episode: Jack Panic (Born in Toronto, Canada) is a musician, writer, and digital marketing guru, with an honorary PhD in debauchery. Most notably an ex-member of Canadian post-hardcore group "Sparrows" (New Damage/Dine Alone Records - WMG) Jack currently performs with Daniel Panetta and "St.Yesterday" and co-hosts the podcast series "I Have $100 I Can Do Whatever I Want" with Julian DelGrosso and Aaron Fuller. We also talk about how to land a sponsorship. To learn more about Jack Panic: "I Have $100 I Can Do Whatever I Want" (@IHave100Show) Band- St.Yesterday (@sxyband) Socials: @TheJackPanic And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episode: Dr. B (EDM Musician) has been in the industry for almost 20 years now. In early 2003, Dr. B began to work with super producers Cool & Dre, Tony Touch, Boogie Blind (USA Champion) and reggae sensation Elephant Man. He has also produced with Swizz Beatz. He also loves staying busy! He has released over 17+ singles in the past year and a half and has over 10 thousand listeners on Spotify as well as currently attending University to be a Forensic Psychologist. When he's not in school or the studio, I love to exercise, spend time with my family. To learn more about Dr. B: Instagram / Spotify And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episode: Filomena Croce, an Italian singer and songwriter in The Netherlands, traveling around the world with a Master of Music graduate, Conservatorium teacher and business owner. She has performed at Tomorrowland Belgium, the London Jazz Festival and worked with the multiple Grammy Award winning orchestra Metropole Orkest. Her EP "Love will come back" will be released in early 2021. To learn more about Filomena: Youtube / Facebook / Instagram Videos mentioned in episode: Eurovision Song / VOISZ Vocal Projects And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episode: John Martin Keith (Marty) is a singer-songwriter Nashville, Tennessee. I'd like to call him the jake of all musical trades. He's a touring artist: Having has performed in front of thousands from the stage along with artists including Steven Curtis Chapman, Jaci Velasquez, and NewSong, among others. Aa songwriter, writing multiple genres, with some of the top hit makers in Nashville. Marty also writes and produces songs for tv/film and ads with artists from all over the world. He currently has music placed on CBS, FOX Sports, Discovery Channel, History Channel, The Smithsonian Channel and more. Owner of Edenbrooke Music which offers guitar lessons, instrument sales, live sound for special events, booking for touring artists and music production services. And last but not least he is a podcaster like myself called “You can make a living in the music industry To learn more about Marty: johnmartinkeith.com Edenbrook Music Podcast "You Can Make A Living in the Music Business" And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episide: Steve Vito a multi-instrumentalist and music producer who focuses primarily on artist development and production, film tv and ad music and creating custom sample packs tailored for music production. To learn more about Steve: https://www.stevevito.com Sample Packs And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episode: Alex Helton, Producer/Singer Songwriter of Alex Helton Production and Co Founder of twoOHsix Music. You can hear some of his music recently placed on All American, Teen Mom, and High Fidelity to name a few. He also had a Vocal Production Course called “Recording Killer Vox” which we talk about today and some tips and tricks to getting amazing vocals in your home studio. To learn more about Alex: Alex Helton Productions: http://www.alexhelton.com TwoOHsix Music: www.twoohsixmusic.com Course "Recording Killer Vox": https://bit.ly/2Mi73Xe Instagram: alex_helton And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episide: BADCAMEO, Indie funk-fusion band! CLT->

On today's episode will be sitting down with Monika Copper. She is a vocal coach and performing artist. She is a founder of MKA Music- Rotterdam and online based school of music, where you can learn how to sing, play the piano, guitar, cello and violin. This year Monika participated in a TV Show- The Voice of Poland. To learn more about Monika: Website Instagram / Facebook / Youtube And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episode we have the pleasure of not one but 3 incredible artists on the show for a full panel discussion on Release Strategies. -Meet Our Panelist- Tara Louise (Arcana), Pop/ singer-songwriter, r&b, dark-pop Tara Louise's clear voice and enticing melodies put her in high demand as a songwriter and vocal stylist in the EDM field As well as with her moody dark-pop project 'Arcana.' She's written hundreds of toplines, some of which went on to become featured releases on with Sony, NoCopyrightSounds, and Black Hole Recordings. She also has Sang 'Nsync & Babymetal w/Postmodern. To learn more about Tara (Arcana): WEBSITE / Music / Instagram William Nesmith, this Singer-Songwriter is a Carolina native, MBA grad and classically trained pianist. His music comes from a real place, full of true experiences and raw feelings. He seems to evoke an enduring optimism—even in his darkest songs while taking listeners on a ride they'll never want to get off. To learn more about William: Website / Socials & Music Montyhhehokage, is a fresh take on the original multihyphenate artist. His music can be categorized as a vast variety of hip-hop, rap, and some pop. He currently works as a marketing consultant and content creator for other artists. To learn more about Monty: Instagram / Spotify And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On Todays Episode: Riccardo Barletta, music producer and composer based in italy. But most importantly organization geek and thats how he stays on top of all the projects he works on for sync, artist pitch and artist themselves To learn more about Riccardo: INSTAGRAM And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

Short hello, to say welcome back! And excited for you to listen to Season 2! www.theenlightenedmusic.com ---Have a question? send one or better yet, record your question to be added to an upcoming episode here: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

Short Biweekly episodes, answering your submitted questions. This week's question: How do I Deal with COVID-19 Pandemic as a Musician? I know as a full-time musician this has been a tough week, what do you do and what can you do? Well here is a quick episode to talk about just that. As promised in the episode here is a free template for organizing your songs. My Catalog Template Don't have Airtable? Use my referral link HERE And Video Walk Through: WATCH NOW Have a question? Go to http://theenlightenedmusician.com/contact/ And submit your question for a future episode! Some Sites for financial help/relief funds: The Creator Fund Creative Capital Google- Your State/Region Artist Relief Fund COVID-19 & Freelance Artist --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On today's episode, I got to sit down with pro vocal coach Zuke Smith and ask her all the vocals questions you submitted in! We get right into talking vocal tips and tricks from Rock/Pop/Funk/Broadway/ Rap and even Screamo! And this amazing woman knows in detail what she is talking about. She has studied with Mark Baxter (then with the Katie Agresta school) and Marty Lawrence. She studied music calligraphy privately with the world-renowned copyist, Arnold Arnstein, and music composition with Edgar Grana, both of The Julliard School. She is also certified with Brett Manning of Singing Success. Most recently she signed up with Speech Pathologist and Coach, Tom Burke, to learn more about vocal anatomy, physics of sound, and working with the Broadway singer. To learn more about Zuke: zuketunes.com And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes, free content from this episode, and to submit questions for future shows. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On today's episode, you're in for a treat! My next guest has been the Bassist for artists such as Janelle Monae, LECREA, Ashlee Simpson/Even Ross and so many more. He has played the White House, not once but twice, Saturday Night Live, Jimmy Fallon, Coachella, and the list goes on. Along with scoring bass for movies “Ferdinand” and Rio 2. And trust me this is only I'm only scraping the surface. So let's just get to it, here is Brand Gilliard! To learn more about Brandon: www.mybassplayer.com And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes, free content from this episode, and to submit questions for future shows. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

This is my first episode with not one but two amazing guests that have more than plenty of experience traveling all over the US while playing a few hundred house shows along the way. Bradford Loomis, Nashville's Soulful Americana/Singer-Songwriter & Greensboro singer-songwriter, producer, guitarist, Brett Thompson. http://www.bradfordloomis.com https://brettmorganthompson.com And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes, free content from this episode, and to submit questions for future shows. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

Welcome to another episode of the Enlightened Musician Podcast! I'm your host Lauren Light. And today we are going to talk to a Full time Songwriter, teacher and coffee Drinker. After spending the majority of his twenties touring in an independent pop rock band my next guest committed to teaching others and pursuing a professional songwriting career. Since then he's been a co-writer for many projects and has had several placements along with a sucess course “Songwriting for gutiar”. Please welcome… Mikey Miers! To learn more about Mikey Miers: http://www.songwritingforguitar.com And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes, free content from this episode, and to submit questions for future shows. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss and episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

Short Biweekly episodes, answering your submitted questions. This weeks question: NEW YEAR, NEW GOALS. How to stay on track? Have a question? Go to http://theenlightenedmusician.com/contact/ And submit your question for a future episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

Welcome to another episode of the Enlightened Musician Podcast! I'm your host Lauren Light. And today we are going to talk all about Branding and Graphic design and how that effects you as a musician or any business for that matter. I have the perfect guest, she may not be a house hold name but the products she's been apart of designing are for over 15 years through her company Drive Marketing as Lead designer. She also has successful co-started her own line of Essential Bags called “Derived” as well as doing Logo& Branding freelance work on her own. In her free time you'll see her hanging out with the cutest shitzu pups every in Utah. I'm happy to welcome one of the best graphic designers and as an added bonus I'm blessed to call her family, Amanda BECK! To learn more about Amanda Beck: https://www.derivedbags.com And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes, free content from this episode, and to submit questions for future shows. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss and episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

This episode is gonna be a little different than usual. Recently I got invited to moderate a talk on EPK's aka Electronic Press kits at the Nashville Songwriters Association International Winston Salem NC Chapter's monthly meeting with my Friend Mike Bennett. Mike owns Professor B studio's which specializes in Video Production and Live Streaming services. His studio has been involved in projects for companies such as Corning, Ralph Lauren, and the band Heart to name a few. In his free time you will see him doing what he loves most, a bi weekly live streams series that features local artist called Suite B. So let's jump into this EPK discussion. To Learn more about Mike Bennett: http://www.professorbstudios.com And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes, free content, and to submit questions for future shows. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss and episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On this episode we are going to talk to the ultimate DIY sync licensing guru. He has had placements on over 2000 spots. He is known for being an amazing Producer aka Soulplusmind, Partner in Iconic Music Agency and co founder of one greatest company on the planet TwoOHsix music (ok I may be basis on that one.) My good friend Dennis Cornell. Learn More about Dennis Coronel: www.soulplusmind.com www.twoohsixmusic.com http://iconic-agency.com And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes, free content, and to submit questions for future shows.  Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

Short Biweekly episodes, answering your submitted questions. This weeks question: What is Content Batching? Have a question? Go to http://theenlightenedmusician.com/contact/ And submit your question for a future episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On this Episode we are going to talk an amazing Composer, Pianist, Teacher who's Piano book “Piano Lessons for Kids: The Thinking Tree” hit #1 on Amazon new release last year in 2 categories. And one of my favorite people to talk shop, new business apps, and strategies my friend Amber Robinson. Links Mentioned during Episode: Airtable: https://airtable.com/invite/r/JhAQI1c4 Kajabi -https://app.kajabi.com/r/uyxWrLF9/t/9fuyhswz Piano Lessons for Kids book - https://amzn.to/2Mzusht Website: amberpiano.com All socials - amberrobinsonmusic (IG, FB, YT, Pint) Amber Robinson creates audaciously excellent music and enjoys helping her piano coaching clients succeed with their unique goals. She is a composer, pianist, and teacher from Indianapolis, Indiana. Her book, Piano Lessons for Kids book and video series was an Amazon #1 new release in two categories. And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes, free content, and to submit questions for future shows. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

Short Biweekly episodes, answering your submitted questions. This weeks question: How do I build an audience playing live shows starting out or in a new new market in other states. Have a question? Go to http://theenlightenedmusician.com/contact/ And submit your question for a future episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

On this episode, we're going to dive into the wonderful world of local booking with my good friend William Nesmith. He recently made the jump from a 9 to 5 into music full time, going from absolutely no shows to 160+ shows in less than a year! Learn More about William Nesmith at www.williamnesmith.com Sites mentioned on this podcast: Trello.com And don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes, free content, and to submit questions for future shows.  Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support

Welcome to The Enlightened Musician podcast A podcast all about the Music Business and learning how to turn your art into an equally successful business. Flipping the mentality of a starving artist into a profitable sustainable career. Each week we will interview someone that is excelling in their field and talk tips and tricks on how you can implement that for yourself. Cause honestly how can you know what you don't know until you've been Enlightened. Don't forget to visit www.theenlightenedmusician.com for more episodes, free content, and to submit questions for future shows. Also while you're there make sure to subscribe to us on your platform of your choice, so you never miss and episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theenlightenedmusician/support