A step-to-step guide on how to find the right venues, get in touch with bookers and properly pitch yourself to get CONSISTENT, PAYING GIGS.Check out the rest of the three part series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0xju6bGtz3fT6bolRc2Kpsr6-d34nv3FCheck out my original music here: https://linktr.ee/RyanBieberAnd to stay up to date on socials, follow me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biebs_shredsTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@biebs_shredsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSaZ_0qRj8Z0zO2ZdTYd5MASpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5TEyc5npuIW553GHDty73B?si=YyiRdrjJTDuQZp0ewYm7WgTimestamps:Intro - 00:00Where to Play - 1:10Research - 2:04Stay Organized (no really) - 6:58Cold-Calling - 7:58Emailing - 10:28Follow-Up 13:18Negotiate Rate - 14:44Final Notes - 16:25Songs featured in the video:Olive Eyes by Ryan Bieber: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpXpcmK-rsASundown Drive by Ghostrifter Official | https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-officialMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/Merry Bay by Ghostrifter Official | https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-officialMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Afternoon Nap by Ghostrifter Official | https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-officialMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/Midnight Stroll by Ghostrifter Official | https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-officialMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/On My Way by Ghostrifter Official | https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-officialMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/Still Awake by Ghostrifter Official | https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-officialMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ Back Home by Ghostrifter Official | https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-officialMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Two years ago, I left a job in New York City working on Wall Street. This decision prompted me to move to Los Angeles to pursue music full-time, despite not knowing anyone or anything about the industry.

I share this story with the hope that you find yourself within in these words. Perhaps my journey will inspire you to embark on one of your own :)

It's the age-old question! Los Angeles is continually promoted as one of the best places to pursue a career in music. But is that still the case in 2025?

Today I'll break down the pros and cons of living and working as a musician in L.A.

If you're debating whether or not to move to L.A. to make your dream a reality, this episode is for you ...

Timestamps:Intro - 00:00Determining Priorities - 00:33Networking Opportunities - 01:11The Music "Scene" 01:56Collaboration: 02:32Content Creation: 03:13Gigging in L.A. - 03:37You NEED a car - 04:55Recap - 05:20Songs featured in the video:Olive Eyes by Ryan Bieber: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpXpcmK-rsAVibin’ by Purrple Cat | https://purrplecat.com/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Welcome to the Make Music Pod! On this show we'll be discussing how to build a career as a musician. From songwriting and production tips to how to book your first gig, this podcast will help guide you on your journey as an independent artist. So what are you waiting for? Just make music!