MPW Podcast

Collaborating with renowned DJs can be a game-changer in your music career, but how exactly can you make these collaborations happen? In this episode, Xylo chats with singer-songwriter & vocal producer, Sarah de Warren, about practical tips and expert advice on how to successfully team up with major DJs, and how to craft music that resonates with their style to be able to build a mutually beneficial partnership.

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarahdewarren

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sarahdewarrenmusic

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC99dQgye9Nin_8_btvdoxRg

Changing your music style midway through your career can be a bold move. But how do you handle this shift in genre? In this episode, Xylo chats with London-based singer, songwriter & producer, Lilly Ahlberg, about shifting genres and sound, and advice on how to successfully navigate through this change in the middle of your music journey.

Follow Lilly Ahlberg:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lillyahlbergmusic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lillyahlberg/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lillyahlberg

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lillyahlbergofficial

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoyhgp3jAAxQgrAPhGRBR_A

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Touring is a monumental step for any artist in getting yourself and your music to be known, but how do you actually plan and set up your very first tour? In this episode, Xylo chats with New York-based Singer-Songwriter, Producer & Engineer, and owner of A Diamond Heart Production, Vanessa Silberman, about the considerations and steps involved in touring, and her ways and tips in organizing your first tour.

Follow Vanessa Silberman:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessasilbermanofficial/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBZ01Efano1fKwsT5-hqQtw

Website: https://www.vanessasilbermanofficial.com/

A Diamond Heart Production: http://www.adiamondheartproduction.com/

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Data has become essential in today's digital age for businesses, creators, and artists alike, but have you ever wondered how musicians effectively utilize streaming platforms, social media, and audience insights to discover their target audience? In this episode, Xylo chats with Chartmetric's Business Development Manager, Michelle Yuen, on how to leverage data to identify the target audience, the potential problems musicians should be aware of when using audience data, and tips on when and where to use data when releasing music.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-l-yuen/

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In the music industry today, Spotify playlists hold an incredible ability to launch artists to new heights but have you wondered how these musicians can secure a spot and get their music featured on these influential playlists? In this episode, Xylo chats with Spotify Music Editor, Hannah Brewer, on the curation, criteria, and tips on how to maximize your chances when submitting for Spotify playlisting.

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It's fascinating how the music industry offers a chance for aspiring artists to fulfill their dreams, but have you ever wondered how and when things become tricky, especially when it comes to record deals? In this episode, Xylo chats with Taylor Swift's former manager and Music Industry Blueprint founder, Rick Barker, about record deals, their pros and cons, and the important factors artists should think about before deciding to take on a record deal.

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Good music has this incredible ability to captivate and deeply impact emotions, but have you ever wondered how these pieces were structured and created? In this episode, Xylo chats with Jazz Singer, Pianist & Youtube Sensation, Aimee Nolte, about chords and how they play a crucial role in reaching listeners on a deep emotional level.

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Website: https://www.aimeenolte.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aimeenoltemusic/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AimeeNolte

Have you ever wondered how producers control and combine multiple audio signals in the process of sound recording, reproduction, or music production as a whole, despite the convenience of producing audio in single tracks using DAWs? In this episode, Xylo chats with AMS Neve Product Specialist, Joe Heaton, about mixing desks, its purpose, and the common processes done with it.

To experience LALAL.AI's AI neural network to extract vocal, instrumental, drums, bass, piano, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and synthesizer from songs, as well as remove voice and noise from audio/video recordings, go to https://www.lalal.ai/

Most of the unforgettable songs and albums that capture our interests showcase the essence and emotion of a performer's voice but have you ever wondered how these favorites achieve that polished and captivating sound? In this episode, Xylo chats with MPG & Grammy Award-winning producer, Lorna Blackwood, on what vocal production is, the most common issues a vocal producer encounters in every session, and finding improvements to reach one's vocal potential.

Follow Lorna Blackwood: https://www.instagram.com/lornajblackwood/

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In the world of film and television, dialogue is a crucial element that can make or break a scene but have you ever wondered how movies and TV shows achieve flawless dialogue, even in the most challenging filming conditions? In this episode, Xylo chats with IFTA Nominee and ADR Recordist, Emma Butt, on what ADR is, its importance in every movie and TV show production, and the different roles of an ADR recordist behind the scenes of post-production in the film and TV industry.

Follow Emma Butt: https://twitter.com/EmmaButtSound

Website: https://www.emmabuttsound.com/

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