Podcasts about music business dreams

Sean Giovanni is the owner of The Record Shop, a recording studio and creative facility in Nashville, TN. He is a sonic storyteller who is passionate about helping musicians unlock their creativity and use it to make timeless art.We cover a lot in this interview including:Should You go to school for Music Business or Audio?How to create opportunity when there is none.How Sean set himself apart from other Producers and Studio OwnersWhy storytelling is SO important in music.How to get the best Livestream performances.And much much more...Resources Mentioned:Audio MoversDPA D-ViceThis episode is brought to you by The Next Steps, our 8 module group coaching program that teaches you how to market your music the right way.  You'll learn how to make sure your music can compete in the market, how to register to get all your royalties, and advanced marketing and networking strategies to grow your audience, convert listeners to fans and fans into customers. Plus you'll get monthly live coaching calls with me!All this for less than $100! You can get started in the program for as little as $24 down by clicking here.

3 years ago, Ari Herstand wrote what I call the definitive resource for independent musicians. His book, How to Make It in the New Music Business has been adopted by Music Business colleges across the country, and is #1 on my top 5 list of Music Industry Books.As he prepares to release the second edition next week, he offered us the rare chance to interview him for the latest episode of Music Business Dreams. In this episode, we discuss:How Ari got his start in the Music BusinessWhen Ari realized EVERYTHING he learned in Music Business College was wrongHow Ari's Take became a go-to resource in the Music IndustryHow things have changed since he released his first book in 2016What artists should consider before signing on the dotted lineThe role of Major Labels in 2019And much more....Purchase The Book : https://amzn.to/2oyPYMLListen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google PlayGot Questions of Your Own? Book Your Coaching CallJoin The Indie Club – Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclubNeed Help Learning the Music Business? Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel

Jazmine Valencia got her start in the music industry as an intern at the Island Def Jam Music Group. But her story starts long before then. Growing up outside of the United States, Jazmine relocated to Florida from Paris, France to attend a Music Business program for college. Once she got her foot in the door, she never looked back. Jazmine turned her internship opportunity into a number of full time jobs, rising all the way through the ranks to become Director of Digital Marketing at Island Def Jam. Now running an agency of her own full time, Jazmine shares her full story with the Music Business Dreams Podcast. This interview did a lot to inspire me, and I hope it does the same for you. Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub Need Help Learning the Music Business? Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel About Jazmine Valencia Jazmine Valencia oversees and guides some of music’s biggest artists. She has implemented strategies for artists across genres including The Killers, Fall Out Boy, Avicii, Neon Trees, and Shawn Mendes to name a few. You can follow Jazmine on Instagram @djjazzy Learn More About JV Agency on their Website Here

Jesper Skibsby is the founder of WARM, a service that tracks your radio play around the world. He started WARM after serving stints as both a booking agent and artist manager. I talk to Jesper about his start in the industry, his advice for upcoming artists and managers, and how this technology can be helpful for independent artists like you. Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub Need Help Learning the Music Business? Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel

Peter Robinson got his start in Artist Management at 14 years old, when one of his best friends took up beatmaking as a hobby. Through a lot of hard work, he was able to make the venture a success, as Papamitrou became the first producer to Meek Mill's 'Dreamchasers' Label. Since then Peter has continued his mission to turn musicians into entrepreneurs. 2 years ago, he co-founded Olympus Projects, an Artist Management and Consulting Firm. I talk to Peter about how he got started in music, his tips for those looking to walk in his footsteps, networking, and how artists can learn the business. Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub Need Help Learning the Music Business? Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel

Dani Felt is an entrepreneur and entertainment maven. Born in Philadelphia, Felt’s passion for music began at a young age, but her penchant for performing soon gave way to her passion to help artists and creators navigate and thrive in the entertainment industry. Felt’s understanding of both artistry and industry, along with her experience in the music industry and broader entertainment sphere, make her uniquely qualified to help artists and creators turn their dreams into reality. Today, Dani and I talk about how she got started in the music industry. She gives insights from her journey as a singer, author and now Music Business Coach. We talk about the mindset you need to have in order to win in this competitive industry, and much more. Dani is offering Music Business Dreams listeners the chance to save nearly $50 on her signature course, The Artist Plugin program. This program will help you get the jitters out and finally see yourself as a professional musician. It will also teach you how to brand yourself online, how to network, and how to finally monetize your music. If you're interested, visit http://kdmr.us/dani and enter promo code 'INDIECLUB' at checkout. The deal expires Friday, February 22. Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub  More From Dani Felt: | Official Website | Instagram | Facebook Page | The Artist Plugin Program

Today on Music Business Dreams, I'm chatting with Emily Treadgold. Emily is a music journalist and the founder of The New Nine - a music blog with an all-woman writing staff. There, her aim is to give a voice to all the "fangirls" of the industry and highlight how women make the music industry world go round. Emily and I speak on her start in the industry, the importance of women's voices in media, the #MeToo and #MuteRKelly movements, and advice for young women in the industry. Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub 

After playing in bands all throughout his life, Shawn Dorsey tried to leave the music world behind and settle into a 9 to 5 corporate lifestyle. The good news is he couldn't stay away for long. In 2015, he started Know Hope Records with a longtime friend and bandmate. The label has been signing bands and going strong ever since. Today on Music Business Dreams, I talk to Shawn about his background in music, what it's like to go on tour as a teenager, and his philosophies as a label owner. This was a great interview that you shouldn't miss. Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub  More From Shawn and Know Hope Records: | Official Website | Instagram | Facebook Page

Tami LaTrell is a multi-platinum, GRAMMY-nominated songwriter who’s written for artists such as Whitney Houston, Monica, Keyshia Cole, SWV, Rotimi and Country duo Love and Theft to name a few. She inked her first music publishing deal with EMI Music Publishing in 2002, and is now an established writer with Sony/ATV Music Publishing. Aside from songwriting, she facilitates music publishing and copyright workshops online and at different universities. She’s a Youtube partner with over 650k+ views, and is a Brand Ambassador for Songtrust. In this episode of Music Business Dreams, Tami details her career as a songwriter, including the time one of her songs was sold to Whitney Houston without her knowledge and the process she went through to be properly credited. We talk about publishing deals, the importance of being business minded as a songwriter, and the advocacy work Tami does to ensure the next generation of songwriters is protected. Links Mentioned: When Life Hands Your Lennons Interview | KDMR Music YouTube Channel Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub More From Tami Latrell: | Official Website | Instagram | The Labz - Songwriter Collaboration and Rights Management

IA Native, Trevor Perkins stepped into the music scene at thirteen years old with the creation of online magazine, Music Update Central. With the magazine, he has created a platform for musicians of all genres to be showcases across the globe to MUC's readers. Now 17, the young entrepreneur hosts his own podcast called The Female Diary, launched his own publicity firm called Longarrow Publicity, and additionally hosts concerts across Iowa with unsigned artists of all genres. Today on Music Business Dreams, we talk getting started in music at such a young age, the challenges of PR, and Trevor's plans for the future. Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub  More From Trevor: Long Arrow Publicity Website Long Arrow Publicity on Facebook

Artists these days focus so heavily on their craft that they forget about the business and marketing side of the music business. Understanding the basic copyright law, marketing trends, and varying aspects of the business can provide you with a leg up. Brandon Jackson is a marketing and branding expert, author, and host of the Music Business Dreams podcast. Brandon got his start in the music business as a marketing intern at Grammy winning producer 9th Wonder's indie label, Jamla Records. There he learned firsthand just how much work it takes to make it in music. In 2011, he founded KDMR Music, a company that provides education and consulting services to those interested in building successful careers in the music industry. Through his podcast and YouTube Channel, he has provided free music business education to thousands of independent musicians in over 22 countries. Brandon also provides marketing, branding and photography services to non-music clients as a freelancer. Through this work, he has helped clients including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Jones Lang LaSalle and media personality LaLa Anthony to extend their brands well into the future. Links mentioned in this episode: 9th Wonder Jamla Records Printify Printful Moo Canva Morgan Page Shopify Music Marketing Guidebook (Enter LENNON for 50% off!) Quick links: 3:14: About Brandon Jackson 3:50: How Brandon got started in the music industry 10:21: Taking 'no' at face value and not moving forward 11:10: What was your next step after the Jamla Records internship? 15:35: What were a few things you learned from doing artist management? Did you have any failures? What did you learn from that? 21:02: Do you still actively write your own music? 21:56: How important is it to build sincere connections with fans instead of using them as numbers on a scoreboard? 25:00: Being a good person, especially when you're connecting with fans 26:40: What are a few things artists can be doing to give back to their fans? 33:54: Should artists have some background knowledge in the music business, or should they let people who know what they're doing take care of the business side of things? 37:54: Don't get taken advantage of! 38:45: Should an artist put all of their eggs in one basket? Why or why not? 41:53: Technology is always changing 43:00: It's okay to work as a barista to support your dreams 46:20: People are always buying unnecessary material items 46:47: There are many avenues for income from your music. What are a few of them? What is drop shipping? 53:15: Should artists have merchandise and why should it be easily accessible? 58:55: How you can keep up with Brandon Jackson and KDMR Music Connect with me: Website: https://www.lennoncihak.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lennoncihak Mailing List: http://eepurl.com/dlYpxT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lennoncihak/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LennonCihak LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennoncihak/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5eX_uxAUIwBC0gyKwCbqtw Guest Request: https://goo.gl/forms/8zs61IYiIXMLjFpX2 Connect with Brandon Jackson: Mailing list: http://kdmr.us/mailinglist Website: http://www.kdmrmusic.com/ Podcast: http://www.blog.kdmrmusic.com/category/podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kdmrmusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/kdmrmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kdmrmusic/

Tatiana Owens is an incredible singer-songwriter based in New York City. Her songs have been featured on CBS, MTV, VH1 Logo, Lifetime, CMT, BET, USA Network, The CW Network, The Paramount Network and Showtime. Originally from Toledo, OH; Tatiana got her start on the stage. When she was discovered at a local talent competition, she rose up the circuit and eventually found her current management team. After graduating from High School, Tatiana moved to New York City and began an intense artist development process. The process is clearly working, as her music has been licensed on a number of TV shows, and she's performed live with greats including Stevie Wonder. Today on Music Business Dreams, I talk to Tatiana about her start in music, her plans for the future, and the advice she has for every aspiring artist out there. For more from Tatiana: Official Website Facebook Instagram Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub 

As we kick off 2019, it's important that we do the important things first. While it seems glamorous to spend money keeping up appearances, if you can't manage your finances responsibly, you'll never be able to pursue music as a full time career. Today on Music Business Dreams, I'm talking to Alec Robinette, a Certified Financial Planner. Alec believes that when artists prosper, they can deliver more of their message to the world. So, he founded Elemental Financial to empower musicians to take ownership of their wealth potential through financial planning, coaching and investment advice. Alec and I discuss the importance of budgeting, best practices for investing, and why he's made it his mission to give Indie Artists sound Financial advice. Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub  More From Alec: Elemental Financial Website Elemental Financial on Facebook

Recently named one of the 25 Best Marketing Influencers You Should Follow and one of the Top E-Commerce Marketing Podcasts, Akilah Thompkins-Robinson is an online retail and SEO strategist who specializes in helping entrepreneurs get traffic and sales to their website. After 15 years in IT and working with online businesses for over 10 years, Akilah discovered businesses needed more than just a pretty website–they need online marketing, branding, and help getting traffic to convert sales. Akilah’s company Online Boutique Source formed in 2013 to help small business get big results online. Since inception, Online Boutique Source has expanding to a blog, podcast, and membership program and has helped 1000s of entrepreneurs to grow their online footprint. Today on Music Business Dreams, Akilah shifts her focus from online fashion retailers to musicians, and gives us her keys to optimizing your music website for search engine traffic. Listen & Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Free Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub  Apply for Our Group Coaching Program - Only 10 Spots Available! - http://kdmr.us/groupbeta More From Akilah: Instagram @onlineboutiquesource Beginner's Guide to SEO (Free Download) http://onlineboutiquesource.com/seoguide SEO Workbook: http://myseoworkbook.com/

Have you ever wondered how you can get published on Billboard, Rolling Stone, Pidgeons and Planes, or any other major music publication? Have you wondered how to capture their attention? This first ever bonus episode goes into detail about how to garner the attention of those industry professionals.Garnering the attention of these publications can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be. You have content that these publications can write about. They're always on the lookout for content, especially if it's going to drive a handful of traffic through their site. This episode will go over how to formulate a good pitch, what constitutes a good pitch, how you can get creative with the pitches, and much more.Links mentioned in this episode:Making it with Chris G. episodeMusic Business Dreams episodeThe best email pitch I've ever receivedEDM In A SodaNoisepornEARMILKEDM.comDancing AstronautMagnetic MagazineDigital Music NewsQuick links:3:00: What is a pitch?4:10: I don't care about your numbers5:00: Musicians are uniquely positioned to tell a story through music5:38: What is a good pitch to me?8:10: Building relationships are very important in the music industry, especially when you're pushing music10:00: Contents of an email12:26: The best email pitch that I've ever received16:45: Don't get pushy when you're pitching your music because it's a turn off19:30: Understand the music the publication you're pitching to publishes--don't pitch dance music to a country music blog23:50: Get creative with the way you're pitching to bloggers24:35: A little bit about Submithub, and why I think it's a unique tool for pitching25:43: Pitch to publications the way that they want to be pitched26:23: Don't send bloggers or publications your first track27:15: Outro and thanksStay connected with me:Website: https://www.lennoncihak.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lennoncihakMailing List: http://eepurl.com/dlYpxTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lennoncihak/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LennonCihakLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennoncihak/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5eX_uxAUIwBC0gyKwCbqtwGuest Request: https://goo.gl/forms/8zs61IYiIXMLjFpX2

Today on Music Business Dreams, I'm talking to Rey Clemons. Rey is the co-founder of The Famous Factory alongside partner Lynn Banks (of Icon Island). Together, their aim is to help artists grow through the power of digital marketing. I spoke with Rey about his start in the business, the services his new company provides, and his vision for the future of the music business. For more info: The Famous Factory Official Website Icon Island Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Private Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub

Bianca Moore got her start as an New Media intern for the Universal/Motown/Republic Group. From there, she rose in the ranks all the way to the role of Digital Marketing Manager. Along the way, she created or assisted on campaigns for a number of artists including Lil Wayne, Nelly and Kelly Rowland. Now, Bianca is known as the Digital Queen B. Through her coaching and consulting programs, she guides independent artists through the world of Digital Marketing and helps them connect with their audiences to create major career success. Today on Music Business Dreams, Bianca talks about breaking into the very competitive Major Label job market, standing out as an intern, and how artists can capitalize on the opportunities that have come with the social media and Spotify era. Follow Bianca on Instagram @TheDigitalQueenB Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Private Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub Our Thanksgiving Sale is Live Now! Ends Monday, 11/26/18. Schedule a Coaching Call for 50% Off Purchase The Music Marketing Guidebook for Just $4.99!

After making a name for himself on the underground rap scene, Finian St. Omer II (formerly known as Chaundon) has proven his place in the rap game with 6 mixtapes, 2 EP's, & 3 full length LPs. Fin has even taken his career off the microphone and carved out lanes as a DJ, a Merchandiser, and even the star of his own cooking show on YouTube. Today on Music Business Dreams, Fin talks growing up in the Bronx, how he ended up in North Carolina and became part of the Justus League with Little Brother and others; and just how he has maintained his independence and creative freedom nearly 20 years later. Connect with Finian St. Omer: Twitter | Instagram | Official Website | Golden Era Music Website Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Private Networking/Support Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub

Stephanie K. Hay is the owner and principal attorney of The Hay Law Group, P.L.L.C.  In addition to the practice of law, she is an Adjunct Professor in the Commercial Music Business Program at Houston Community College, where she teaches Music Publishing, Survey of the Music Business and Legal Aspects of Entertainment Law. Today on Music Business Dreams, Stephanie details how she got her start in Entertainment Law, things to look out for when signing agreements, and how to get all the royalties you're entitled to from your music. Resources Mentioned: Music Money and Success by Jeff & Todd Brabec (Purchase) All You Need to Know About The Music Business by Donald Passman (Purchase) Connect with Stephanie K. Hay: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Private Artist/Industry Networking Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub

Effective branding is critical to the success of all aspiring musicians. There's no one better to explain the concept of branding than the man himself, "Brandman" Sean Taylor. Sean Taylor is a Digital Marketer and founder of the Adventure ATL Music Festival. But he's best known as "Brandman", an online persona under which he gives marketing and branding advice to aspiring musicians. With over 40,000 YouTube Subscribers and over 3 million video views, it's safe to say Sean has become a go-to resource for those interested in building successful music careers. Today on Music Business Dreams, Sean talks about how he got started in Music, the keys to building an effective brand, and the strategies that can launch an artist's career into the stratosphere. After you listen, you'll have much more clarity about the direction you need to take in order to find success. Connect with Brandman Sean: YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Join The Indie Club - Our Private Artist/Industry Networking Community: http://kdmr.us/indieclub

Imagine doing amazingly well at your job for months. Then one day, your boss calls you into the office and tells you that it will be your last day. The company had to move in another direction. Imagine that happening to you 3 more times in the next 5 years. That's the push jump-started the full time career of today's guest. pat junior (stylized with no capitals intentionally) is a creative polymath, and a great person in general. Whether he's writing raps, producing instrumentals or working on his latest venture, sound design; he's always finding ways to push the envelope and leave the art in a better place. pat and I spoke for over an hour about the challenges of full time artistry, the search for consistent income, the importance of branding and pursuing work you're passionate about. This is one of my favorite interviews so far, and one I know will inspire you as well. Subscribe to the Podcast: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play For More info on pat junior visit www.iampatjunior.com or follow him on all social media @iampatjunior Producers: Visit Pelham & Junior's website for sample packs. Don't forget to join the Indie Club, our private networking community for artists and industry professionals.

This week's episode of Music Business Dreams is long overdue. I'm answering questions from around the web about how you can make real progress in your career. The Music Modernization Act was signed by President Trump last week, so I answer some questions to add clarification to our previous video on the subject. I also answer your questions about Music Marketing, Touring and more. Questions answered include: Is The Music Modernization Act bad for streaming companies? How does the Music Modernization Act apply to artists outside the US? How to carve out a unique brand voice as an artist. How do you book shows for an artist when you don't live in the same city? If you have questions of your own, you can ask them inside the Indie Club, our free networking and artist support community on Facebook. For one-on-one support, you can now book a 60-minute consultation with me! I'd love to hear from you.

We've all seen the movies. Some kid dreams of being a star, then a sleazeball con artist slick talks their way into a management contract. They take all the money and the artist can barely keep a roof over their head. Nowadays, the scams aren’t always as obvious… unless you know how to spot the warning signs. Today, in a special solo episode of Music Business Dreams, I break down some of the top scams in today’s music business. I also tell you why you need to change your mindset for success. There are no shortcuts in this business, and anyone who tells you otherwise is probably trying to scam you. Subscribe to the Podcast: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Links Mentioned: Purchase The Music Marketing Guidebook for 50% off using the promo code mentioned in the episode! Join the Indie Club on Facebook Subscribe to our YouTube Channel You can also follow us on all Social Media @kdmrmusic

Sam Fisher is an artist manager at Deep South Entertainment, where he represents a host of artists including rising star Branan Murphy. But that's not where his story begins. Sam has been around the business since he was young, as his mother and father were both musicians. Since he was young, he had dreams of rocking out on stage. Sam finally got to see a glimpse of that dream when he was tapped to be the front man for Weekend Excursion. With the band, he toured all across the country, sold over 30,000 albums independently, and even had his music placed on TV shows like Dawson's Creek. When the band's run ended in 2007, Sam decided to try his hand in artist management. Because of his relentlessness and the passion he has for his clients, he's been wildly successful. Combined, his artists have sold over 500,000 albums and have been streamed nearly 75 million times.  Today on Music Business Dreams, Sam recounts his experiences in the industry, gives advice to aspiring artist managers, and tells us what separates those who dream from those who actually do. Follow Sam on Twitter @samfisherjr Stay Connected with KDMR Music: Join the Indie Club: http://kdmr.us/indieclub Follow Us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/kdmrmusic Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/kdmrmusic

Michael Stover started his journalism career as a junior in High School, posting review after review of his favorite underground hip hop on a small WordPress blog. His passion for giving a platform to artists who would otherwise be overlooked has helped him secure writing credits on Vibe, Rapzilla, Blavity and more. Now, as the Managing Editor of DeadEndHipHop.com and Editor at Taste Creators, he’s in a position to help more artists than ever before. On today’s episode of Music Business Dreams, I talk to Sto about his passion for Hip Hop writing, his desire to see artists win, and actionable tips for artists and writers alike. Pay close attention for your chance to win a free 1-hour strategy call with yours truly! Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Links/Resources Mentioned: Join the Indie Club on Facebook: http://kdmr.us/indieclub Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://kdmr.us/youtube Follow us on all Social Media @kdmrmusic Thanks for growing with us!

JFilt is a music producer, sound designer, author and entrepreneur based in Atlanta, GA. Growing up in the church, he has been around music for as long as he can remember. After moving to Atlanta to explore the music scene, JFilt discovered a talent and passion for teaching. He turned this passion into VerySickBeats, a YouTube Channel dedicated to helping others learn how to make better beats and put out positive energy into the world. Today on Music Business Dreams, JFilt discusses his background, how he discovered his love for teaching, tips on how to land on Spotify Playlists and much more. Subscribe: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play Follow JFILT: Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | WeDoBeats Facebook Group Join the Indie Club on Facebook: Join Now

Jens "The Guru" Elmera is an online marketing and advertising expert with over 10 years of experience in the Music Industry. His mastery of Facebook, Google and Instagram's advertising platforms has helped him craft hugely successful campaigns for artists including Haley Smalls and SumYunGhai. He has even been called upon by major labels to help craft marketing campaigns for their artists as well. In today's episode of Music Business Dreams, Jens tells us why every artist should be using Facebook and Instagram ads to drive traffic to their content. He explains how to get started with your first paid traffic campaigns, and dispels a number of myths along the way. You can follow Jens on Instagram at @JensTheGuru Subscribe to Music Business Dreams: iTunes Stitcher Google Play Spotify

Lennon Cihak has written for EDM.com, Digital Music News, EARMILK, Noiseporn, and Magnetic Magazine. So believe me, he knows a thing or two about getting press for musicians. On this episode, Lennon breaks down all the tips for getting your music featured. For more from Lennon, follow him on Twitter @LennonCihak and visit his blog at http://www.lennoncihak.com To download the Perfect Pitch Template for Free, visit http://kdmr.us/perfectpitch

A $1,000 dollar investment got Mike Luna into the Music Business back in 2011, and he hasn't looked back since. As the manager of acts like Xavier Omar, Swade and pat junior, Mike has seen his artists reach Billboard Charts, Spotify Playlists and even Video Game Soundtracks. Listen to his tips for success on today's Music Business Dreams. Follow Mike on Twitter: http://twitter.com/lunamike Follow Mike on Instagram: http://instagram.com/lunamike Learn more about Mike's company MOON Artists and Apply for the Internship: http://moonartists.com

Jett I Masstyr is a Houston based hip hop producer. He's worked with various indie artists in the southern and west coast regions while dropping a steady flow of themed based instrumental projects. Jett I's sound is soulful, dynamic, rich, and draws inspiration from sampled based 90's hip hop. On this episode of Music Business Dreams, Jett I talks about how he got started in music, the differences between producing for artists and producing instrumental projects, streaming vs downloads, and how he's building momentum by consistently releasing projects. Subscribe to the Music Business Dreams Podcast: iTunes Stitcher Google Play Spotify Links Mentioned: Jett I. Masstyr on Bandcamp Jett I. Masstyr's Merch Shop The KDMR Music Indie Success Blog Follow Jett I. Masstyr: Instagram Twitter

Want to learn how to rock your email list? If so, this is the episode for you. This week, we spoke to Cheryl B. Engelhardt, a full time musician and artist coach based in New York City. Cheryl has a ton of experience in the music industry. From touring internationally, crafting music and jingles for ad agencies, to licensing her own original music for television and film, Cheryl has seen it all. What's perhaps the most impressive feat is Cheryl's mastery of E-mail Marketing as the primary driver of her career. Cheryl has been able to make over $40,000 from her e-mail list -- all with less than 2,000 subscribers! In this interview, Cheryl talks about her background, how she got started in the business and, of course, her tips for building a successful e-mail list of your own. Listen to Episode 007 of the Music Business Dreams Podcast: iTunes Stitcher Google Play Spotify Links Mentioned: Cheryl's Rock Your E-mail List Program The Indie Club - Our Growing Community of Artists and Industry Professionals on Facebook Follow Cheryl B. Engelhardt: Twitter Instagram Facebook Official Website

Chris Wilkes (aka STLNDRMS) has been making beats since the early 2000’s. Early in his career, he saw great success by building a name for himself in Japan. He scored a small record deal and even landed 2 video game soundtracks! However, his return to the states wasn’t as glorious as he may have hoped. The setbacks caused him to leave music alone for nearly 5 years. As a way to share his latest creations with his friends, Stlndrms started a Facebook Live show called BEATS + CHILL. Soon, he was averaging over 50,000 views per month and 185,000 monthly listeners on the streaming platforms. He’s used his platform to launch multiple income streams including digital products, live events and brand partnerships. This interview covers: How stlndrms got started His livestreaming equipment setup Livestreaming vs Native content on social media The benefits of consistently showing up online How to balance family life with a full time music career How to monetize your audience The importance of having multiple income streams and much, much more... Check out Episode 5 of the Music Business Dreams podcast with Stlndrms now! For more, you can follow stlndrms on all social media @stlndrms, or view his website at http://www.stlndrms.com

For Episode 3 of the Music Business Dreams Podcast, we spoke to NANCE, a rapper from Raleigh, NC. NANCE is a great example of what it means to really brand yourself as an artist. By being authentic and putting a lot of thought into his social media strategy, NANCE has built quite the grassroots movement to propel his music forward. Last year, he successfully raised over $10,000 via Kickstarter to fund his debut album, No Excuses. I spoke to NANCE over the phone about how he got started in music, the keys to building an effective brand, how he started headlining his own shows, and just how he got his fans to contribute over $10,000 to his Kickstarter campaign. This is an interview you don't want to miss. Follow NANCE on Social Media: http://Facebook.com/NanceMusic http://Instagram.com/Nance http://twitter.com/nanceraps

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