Music is a business. Sometimes, songwriters and artists forget this very important truth. Of course, we love music and focus a lot of our time and energy on improving our craft and artistry, but at the end of the day, the only way to get anywhere in the music industry is by approaching it as a business. A lot goes into understanding how to navigate the music business, and I’m very excited to welcome Raquel Aurilia onto the show for this conversation.

The quote for this episode is by Faith Hill: “Nashville was totally different than I ever dreamed. I had only seen the music business on television and been to a couple of concerts. I had no clue.” Raquel and I explore what it takes to navigate the music business. The industry is always changing, so it’s extremely important to be educated and aware of what’s going on. Raquel and I talk about many important points, from being authentic to being cautious and knowing who to trust. Also, we discuss copyright, online presence, and so much more. This conversation is packed with a ton of valuable information about what it takes to navigate the music business.

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