An overview of where music makes money and how to make sure you are collecting all your royalties.

We dive into several avenues songwriters can use to get their music placements. Music Libraries, Sync Agents, Music Supervisors, Managers, Record Labels, Editors, Student/Independent Films.  Find out how each of these channels can help you!

Join us for a conversation with renaissance artist Regie Hamm. Songwriter - Singer - Producer - Author -  Blogger

How to record and release covers legally.  We will go over how and where to get licensing for recording covers. How recording covers can help you get placements.   We also explain the ins-and-outs of putting up cover videos on YouTube.

For decades, Mike Roe has pushed boundaries in genre, artistry, and industry as a solo artist and member of The  77’s, The Lost Dogs, and kerosene halo. His body of work includes so many albums that we aren't even sure of the number – is it 37?!  This critically acclaimed songwriter, is also an in-demand producer and session player.

Learning from those who’ve come before you is an important life lesson, and it’s a valuable tool in our industry as well. Mike has navigated through record deals, product delivery (from vinyl to streaming), touring, and digital marketing; making the occasional mistake along the way he admits. The shifting landscape of the music business has not stopped Mike from moving forward as he continues into his fifth decade of making music.

Listen as Mike, Dawn and Beth discuss his journey and this everchanging business of music.

Let's talk about getting your music ready and "syncable".  Registering your music with your PRO, copyright, split sheets, instrumental versions, are just some of the ways you should be ready.  We also discuss different types of "uses" of your music in sync, and royalty payments.

We discuss the process of syncing your music and terms you should know. What happens when you secure a sync placement?  Learn some of the steps taken by music supervisors/studios once your song is selected.  Documents you should know about; Request of Use, Confirmation of Use, License.

In the first episode of "A Matter Of Music", Dawn and Beth give an overview of some of the topics they will be discussing in depth in their upcoming podcasts.  Sync, Music Supervisors, Performing Rights Organizations (PRO's), Marketing, Artist development, Contracts, Cover Songs, and more!!