How Musicians Make It

In this episode of Gig Boss Podcast, Adam talks with his old friend and studio owner Adam Tucker, who shared valuable insights on building a recording studio, building a client base, and the role of producers in music.

Key Takeaways:

1. Building a studio requires more than just equipment.

2. When it comes to building a client base, Tucker creates a positive atmosphere in the studio.

3. Tucker believes that engineers can also be producers, but it's important to understand the differences between the two roles and know when to wear each hat.

Adam and Adam also chop it up about how to view music you released in the past, getting the best performance from a band in the studio, whether music should be considered a "product" or "art" or both, and lots more.

Signaturetone on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/signaturetonerecording

Signaturetone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signaturetone/?hl=en

"That Dilly Dally Alley Thing" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvB6QovqyMA

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Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654

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Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/

In this episode of the Gig Boss Podcast, Adam sits down with Brett Newski, the mastermind behind the band Newski. With more than a decade of touring experience under his belt, Brett shares his insights on how to make a successful career in music today. He's a creative force and has found innovative ways to make money including merch items like abstract art, books he's written, and tshirts about Macaulay Culkin. He explains how Patreon saved his ass, and asks the question: "what's the next big merch thing for artists? Whats the next CD?". Brett and Adam discuss how to get music placed on editorial playlists, and what to do when you've got multiple artist names on Spotify, splitting the same fanbase in two.

Brett's positive spirit shines through as he shares his experiences and offers valuable advice for aspiring musicians. He's collaborated with musicians from bands like The Verve Pipe and Guster, bringing his 90s alternative rock and power pop sound to a new level.

Whether you're a music enthusiast, an aspiring artist, or just someone looking for inspiration, this episode is a must-listen. So sit back, relax, and join us as we chat with Brett Newski.

Newski on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5szjDE4YAZc97aP0GRSUDK?si=eGuBuYxLSkmQO5Dy-8xvWw

Brett's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Newski

Dirt from the Road Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2LIoQzOLO3xOD9dGmxMF0o?si=8c60d9958e1d44e8

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Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654

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Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/

Join us for an in-depth conversation with sync licensing expert Josh Williams, also known as xJ-Will. In this episode, we dive into the world of sync licensing with Josh as our guide. From finding the right publisher to submitting your original music for performance royalties, Josh shares his wealth of knowledge on the ins and outs of sync licensing. He provides valuable tips on how to prepare your music for sync and how to maximize your earnings through ASCAP and BMI. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical advice and actionable steps to help you succeed in the world of sync licensing. So, tune in and take your sync licensing game to the next level.

Learn from Josh: https://syncblueprint.behrproductions.com/a/2147528995/yWgQpVo5

Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xj_will/?hl=en

Josh on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@xj_will

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Bumper Music: Sunshine is Out by Adam Meckler https://open.spotify.com/track/1u12flYbzE4jxD1cwG5pGT?si=5228a5324e474da9

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Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654

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Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/

We've been trained to make people pay for our music. We've been told we need to actively monetize everything we make. Well, what happens if you don't? What happens when you give away everything for free? Kevin MacLeod knows. Kevin is a music maker, computer coder, and creator of Incompetech.com, a site where you can go grab music for any kind of thing that you are making. For free. Created by Kevin. It's a royalty-free library that is up for grabs. Literally! Want to learn how to publish your music to the public domain or obtain a creative commons license so you can just....give your music away? He's got articles on how to do that. The thing is, when Kevin decided to go full-on "free-box at your neighbor's garage sale", he made money. Lots and lots of it. Because when millions of people are visiting your site to use your music every month, there are other ways to bring in some coin. Enjoy my conversation with the brilliant Kevin MacLeod!

Visit Incompetech: https://incompetech.com/

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Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/

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Bumper Music: Sunshine is Out by Adam Meckler https://open.spotify.com/track/1u12flYbzE4jxD1cwG5pGT?si=5228a5324e474da9

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Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654

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How to Make it in the New Music Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Pls5ix

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A new social media trend has created a war. The recent popularity of the Lensa app, an app that uses artificial intelligence to create badass images of you, has caused quite the stir in the music and art communities. By embracing this new technology, are we beginning a slide down a slippery slope? Could A.I. take the jobs of musicians and artists in the near future?

In this episode, Adam discusses the good and bad of A.I., focusing on what each individual person can control in their own circles of influence. Adam explores some A.I. generated music in real time.

Stuff We Talked About:

Soundraw: https://soundraw.io/

Daddy's Car (AI generated Beetles Song from 2016): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSHZ_b05W7o

Enter the Blue Graphic Novel: https://amzn.to/3WaDVQj

Clearview AI glasses: https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomasbrewster/2022/02/03/clearview-ai-glasses-with-facial-recognition-are-here-and-the-air-force-is-using-them/?sh=6623048243b2

That AI song in China that got more than 100M streams: https://mixmag.net/read/track-using-ai-vocals-reaches-over-100-million-streams-tech#:~:text=Translated%20to%20English%20by%20Music,across%20the%20internet%E2%80%9D%20TME%20claim.&text=When%20ran%20through%20the%20Streaming,(%C2%A3291%2C801)%20in%20revenue.

Getty Images bans AI-generated images: https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/getty-images-bans-ai-generated-images-due-to-copyright-1234640201/

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Bumper Music: Sunshine is Out by Adam Meckler https://open.spotify.com/track/1u12flYbzE4jxD1cwG5pGT?si=5228a5324e474da9

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Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654

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How to Make it in the New Music Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Pls5ix

Ari's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.teachable.com/?affcode=267075_yqqy4mcn - Use code "GIGBOSS" at checkout for 10% off

Mike Malone tells host Adam Meckler how he went from zero to more than 5,000 subscribers on Youtube. He details his workflow, and zeroes in on how to create a routine for content creation that is sustainable and repeatable.

Mike's work as a gigging drummer and bandleader is extensive. Adam and Mike discuss when to take a booking percentage, potential consequences for not contracting your next gig, charging the right amount and a bunch more.

Mike Malone on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt-GaThKPpRR17nBDrUHYug

That Ludwig Restoration Video we talked about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_VAkmgJEv4

Mike Malone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malonedrum/?hl=en

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Bumper Music: Sunshine is Out by Adam Meckler https://open.spotify.com/track/1u12flYbzE4jxD1cwG5pGT?si=5228a5324e474da9

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Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654

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How to Make it in the New Music Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Pls5ix

Ari's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.teachable.com/?affcode=267075_yqqy4mcn - Use code "GIGBOSS" at checkout for 10% off

How badly has Spotify Wrapped warped your perspective of where you are as an artist? Adam talks the good, bad, and ugly of streaming services (focusing on Spotify), how he interprets and uses his Spotify Wrapped numbers, and whether or not A.I. will be the death of artists being able to build something on streaming.

Stuff I Talked About:

New Supercell album: https://ffm.to/supercell

Chart Metric: https://chartmetric.com

DIY Musician Podcast: https://podcast.cdbaby.com

Music Business WW article on A.I.: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/the-music-industry-isnt-ready-for-the-ai-revolution/?fbclid=IwAR1u8hdXzHgP4kovr6WFHn6JfJnzR-pjiB7LAtX8mRl6VJ3eWeXuHQKI4AI&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

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Bumper Music: Sunshine is Out by Adam Meckler https://open.spotify.com/track/1u12flYbzE4jxD1cwG5pGT?si=5228a5324e474da9

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Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654

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How to Make it in the New Music Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Pls5ix

Ari's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.teachable.com/?affcode=267075_yqqy4mcn - Use code "GIGBOSS" at checkout for 10% off

LA Buckner is a drummer and producer from North Minneapolis. His band Big Homie went #1 on iTunes, and LA is one of the faces of the hit YouTube series PBS Sound Field, which just renewed for another six episodes. LA discusses how chooses what gigs to play and why, what he's working on in his home studio, his philosophy on music making and a bunch more.

Listen to Big Homie: https://open.spotify.com/album/6zu5JFRl9YgXZ9eYew7IN5?si=7hYlOCFrRrWOhhyoryz5aA

Watch PBS Sound Field: https://youtube.com/@SoundFieldPBS

Follow LA on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thearthurb?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=

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Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654

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How to Make it in the New Music Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Pls5ix

Ari's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.teachable.com/?affcode=267075_yqqy4mcn - Use code "GIGBOSS" at checkout for 10% off

Imagine getting the chance to play with Ray Charles, and then the first thing he says about your playing is "3rd trombone too Godamn loud!" -- Despite Mike's "confident" bone playing on his first gig with Ray, his time in Ray's band lasted two years, and included playing trombone AND bass. Mike then spent more than 20 years in NYC playing on Broadway and playing for legendary Jazz artists like Fred Hirsch, Maria Schneider, and John Hollenbeck. Mike's career reminds us that it doesn't matter where you're from (Mike hails from Fargo, North Dakota), you can make a legendary career from anywhere.

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Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654

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How to Make it in the New Music Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Pls5ix

Ari's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.teachable.com/?affcode=267075_yqqy4mcn - Use code "GIGBOSS" at checkout for 10% off

Host Adam Meckler discusses the 9 characteristics generally embodied by a successful side musician. You wondering why you're not getting more calls to go on tours? Why you're not getting called back after you're in the circle? These 9 tips will help!

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Bumper Music: Sunshine is Out by Adam Meckler https://open.spotify.com/track/1u12flYbzE4jxD1cwG5pGT?si=5228a5324e474da9

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Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654

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How to Make it in the New Music Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Pls5ix

Ari's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.teachable.com/?affcode=267075_yqqy4mcn - Use code "GIGBOSS" at checkout for 10% off