Nashville Unsigned Podcast

Nashville Unsigned is coming in hot for the next two weeks on Networking skills. We begin with  Networking Secrets: Part 1.

In this episode, we discuss the ins and outs of networking.  It can seem daunting, especially if this whole make-it-on-my-own thing is new to you.  However, it’s really a simpler matter.  Are you supposed to sport-coat up and hunt down people to spark your career?  It’s like, am I supposed to be some kind of salesperson? 

The answer is hell no.  Unless that’s your bag—you do you.  The point is, you don’t have to be anything more than genuine.  Even when large networking events are held, it boils down to one-on-one interaction with other human beings.  That’s not so bad, right?  It’s kind of like starting a new school when you were a kid:  you just have to vibe with people to find new friends.  The business side of things honestly comes secondary.  You have to establish trust first, and that could take time.

The Real Networking Secrets:

We’ve found that throughout every networking event we’ve thrown, it always came down to simply having fun.  This is the fuel behind our brand of community at Nashville Unsigned.  Everyone who dares to embark in this kind of career needs to be surrounded by others with the same fire.  Your network is what you make of it, and there is no shortage of impressive, hard-working people in Nashville.  Thing is, networking happens with every personal interaction.

So, check your local groups and Nashville Unsigned’s event calendar for some upcoming shows and mingle.  This industry is built on a night life, so this is the kind of work that’s actually fun.

Check out our last episode How Do I Promote My Show? HERE, and stay connected with us.  We love to hear from our community!

Shoutout to our Producer CASEY CHAHINE from TryPod Studios!

Stalk us like your first high school crush... trust us, we're worth it :)

COME STALK US… WE’LL ALLOW IT

Go follow, like, comment and share all things from NASHVILLE UNSIGNED by clicking the corresponding links below:

How do I promote my shows?

This is a subject that matters a great deal to Nashville artists.  We live in town centered around live music, so there’s literally something happening every night.  Hell, even if it’s just a house show, we have a constant live music scene here.  There are just way too many musicians that live in this city who are behind in their show promotions game.

That’s why this episode is all about getting the word out for your live shows.  Let your potential fans know where you’re going to be!

How do I promote my shows?  And why is it important in my early career?

There are several reasons live shows help your overall career.  Even if you consider yourself more of a “studio musician”, a few live performances can showcase your talent in a city full of music industry professionals.  It’s a key way to build your fan base and address the music community at large.  First of all, it’s a major money source early on in your music career.  Second, it’s an effective marketing tool that complements your online presence.  It’s like a double win.

If nothing else, it’s the first piece of money that is quickly attainable.  Maybe you have to squeeze in a few freebies to get the word out, but your goal is to get some good old fashion cash for your time.

As always, let us know your opinion on what makes a successfully-promoted show.  We look forward to hearing from the community at large with such hurdles to overcome as an independent artist.

Did you catch our last episode?  We dove into what exactly this thing called Nashville Unsigned is.  It’s the first episode of our brand-new season, so stick with us and engage!  You can find Who Even Is Nashville Unsigned HERE.

Shoutout to our Producer CASEY CHAHINE from TryPod Studios!

Stalk us like your first high school crush... trust us, we're worth it :)

COME STALK US… WE’LL ALLOW IT

Go follow, like, comment and share all things from NASHVILLE UNSIGNED by clicking the corresponding links below:

Who even is Nashville Unsigned?

It's ok, we've heard this question a few times.  Well, more like several times.  It's a question that's natural when you're running around throwing shows, publishing articles and curating music.  And holy crap, has it changed over the years.

Therefore, we've created a special episode of the the Nashville Unsigned Podcast to answer that question as thoroughly as possible.  We've come together to talk about the community at large.  This episode is about telling stories of where we come from, and where we're going with Nashville Unsigned.  We just want to figure out this whole indie music thing.

So who even is Nashville Unsigned?  Seriously.

Spoiler alert, I'm going to sum up what we're about in one word: Community.  Wait, wait, don't let me lose you yet.  It's actually an incredibly cool thing for the indie music scene in Nashville.  As a digital magazine, we've created a platform that communicates with the community (like what i did there?).  From here, we connect with musicians, businesses and fans alike to make the idea of independent music feasible. That means actually paying the bills doing what you love.  Or, at the very least, getting the most financially out of a passion project you've put time and energy into.  A win's a win, am I right?

With a combined experience in promotions, branding, web development, video production, and writing, we've made it our mission to chase this.  We are at the forefront of music discovery, marketing strategy and technology, in touch with a massive community of talented entrepreneurs.  Therefore, why not connect with one another?  Let's hang out, listen to good music, and plug in to the scene.  Our thinking is, the tide rises all ships.  So, ladies and gentlemen, let's make some waves.

You can catch our last season here.  We cover topics ranging from net neutrality to marketing concepts.  Finally, feel free to create a profile or engage with us on Facebook. We want to hear from you!

 

Shoutout to our Producer CASEY CHAHINE from TryPod Studios!

Stalk us like your first high school crush... trust us, we're worth it :)

COME STALK US… WE’LL ALLOW IT

Go follow, like, comment and share all things from NASHVILLE UNSIGNED by clicking the corresponding links below:

In this episode of the Nashville Unsigned Podcast, we discuss how to make money as an artist.  Pretty straight forward, right?

The funny thing is, it’s much more convoluted than most people might think.  We no longer live in a world of simply selling music, so thinking outside the box can take your music career to the level you want to be on.  Though these methods may or may not blast your career to superstardom, it’s important to generate some sort of income off all this effort.

So, let's really talk about how to make money as an artist.

The idea is to diversify your income streams.  You know, diversify that portfolio!

If you can quit a crappy part-time job and survive off nothing but your music career, then you, my friend, are winning.  Think about it.  What if all that energy, focus and stress was saved for one purpose—your purpose?  These small victories can save your passion for the project and propel your career forward.  Also, they help to hone your focus to one thing.

First of all, consider your impact on the community around you.  Would your image be valuable to a local or nationwide brand?  Endorsements can be pure magic, whether they put money in your pocket or further your show promotions.  Considering the business side of your career will keep it afloat for much longer.  It’s all about staying ahead of the curve as best as possible.

So, let us know your thoughts on our ideas.  It’s fun to consider all the possibilities.  We like to think about it as another outlet to place your creativity.  Congratulations, you’ve joined the entrepreneur club of Music City!

For more episodes of the Nashville Unsigned Podcast, follow us here on the website.  Simply sign up and join the community!  You can catch our last episode “Do I Need a Manager?” here.

Shoutout to our Producer CASEY CHAHINE from TryPod Studios!

Stalk us like your first high school crush... trust us, we're worth it :)

COME STALK US… WE’LL ALLOW IT

Go follow, like, comment and share all things from NASHVILLE UNSIGNED by clicking the corresponding links below:

Do I need a manager for my music career?  What are the pros and cons in hiring a manager?  What if I can’t afford to pay a manager yet?

These are all questions we hear often, especially from musicians who are new to the business.  In short, the answer depends on where you’re at on your journey.  If you’re just getting your feet wet in your music career, management can help organize your workflow.  You may need help with the business side of your career, or just need help juggling your projects.  Hell, some people skip management altogether.  Wherever you fall on this paradigm, it’s important to consider your options.

First, check your immediate network for friends with business sense.  A manager’s primary responsibilities revolve around logistics, booking and even public relations.  Therefore, it’s important that your manager has a grasp of these things.  Not to mention, they should believe in you.  The most important quality of all is work ethic, as experience and know-how will come in time.

If you’re further along in your career and need experience behind you, there are many resources offered in the episode to find your perfect match.  This is especially true if you live in Nashville.  Between our ever-growing Unsigned Community and the music industry at large, there is no shortage of talent in this town.  At this level, managers can make a tremendous difference on the business side of your project.

For more advice in the music industry, follow the Nashville Unsigned Podcast.  Our collection of episodes will help walk you through the ins and outs of launching your brand as an artist.

Do I Need a Manager?

Download this episode Do I Need a Manager on Itunes, Google Play, Tunein or Stitcher to have it on the go!  If you need help finding it on Itunes, you can access this episode by clicking the “Store” tab and search “The Nus” or “Nashville Unsigned”.

If you missed Episode #004- Building a Community, CLICK HERE

Subscribe for weekly podcasts about independent music and industry news.

Join the movement. Live unsigned.

Shoutout to our Producer CASEY CHAHINE from TryPod Studios!

Stalk us like your first high school crush... trust us, we're worth it :)

COME STALK US… WE’LL ALLOW IT

Go follow, like, comment and share all things from NASHVILLE UNSIGNED by clicking the corresponding links below:

THE NU's PODCAST EP #004- Building a Community

The NU's Podcast is BACK after taking a brief hiatus while we pimp out our new studio. So for now, we just have the audio. So come get your knowledge on with The NU's Podcast EP #004- Building a Community.

As Nashville Unsigned continues to cater to the needs of the independent community, we figured why not dump our knowledge, humor and passion for music into a podcast. Twas born, THE NU's PODCAST. We cover all things music business and how to run your brand as a business. The type of knowledge only hands on experience grants you. With our team of music business and technological wizards, we give you the how-to's and what's next in today's music industry.

THE NU's PODCAST EP #004- Building a Community

If you missed Episode #003- NU Year NU You, CLICK HERE

Subscribe for weekly podcasts about independent music and industry news.

Join the movement. Live unsigned.

Shoutout to our Producer CASEY CHAHINE from TryPod Studios!

Stalk us like your first high school crush... trust us, we're worth it :)

COME STALK US… WE’LL ALLOW IT

Go follow, like, comment and share all things from NASHVILLE UNSIGNED by clicking the corresponding links below:

THE NU's PODCAST EP #003- NU Year, NU Strategy

The NU's Podcast is BACK after taking a brief hiatus while we pimp out our new studio. So for now, we just have the audio. So come get your knowledge on with The NU's Podcast EP #003- NU Year, NU Strategy.

As Nashville Unsigned continues to cater to the needs of the independent community, we figured why not dump our knowledge, humor and passion for music into a podcast. Twas was born, THE NU's PODCAST. We cover all things music business and how to run your brand as a business. The type of knowledge only hands on experience grants you. With our team of music business and technological wizards, we give you the how-to's and what's next in today's music industry.

If you missed Episode #002- Your Band as a Business , CLICK HERE

Subscribe for weekly podcasts about independent music and industry news.

Join the movement. Live unsigned.

Shoutout to our Producer CASEY CHAHINE from the network Fifty51

Stalk us like your first high school crush... trust us, we're worth it :)

COME STALK US… WE’LL ALLOW IT

Go follow, like, comment and share all things from NASHVILLE UNSIGNED by clicking the corresponding links below:

THE NU'S PODCAST

Your Band as a Business - Podcast 2

Are you in a band struggling to make ends meet? In this digital age, there are more ways than ever to start earning money with your music! Today we brought the Nashville Unsigned crew together to discuss looking at your band as a business. We have the tips you need to start getting your band's financial act together!

Subscribe for weekly podcasts about independent music and industry news.

Join the movement. Live unsigned.

 

If you missed Episode 1- Net Neutrality and how its absence could effect the independent artist, CLICK HERE 

 

Shoutout to our Producer CASEY CHAHINE from the network Fifty51

 

Stalk us like your first high school crush... trust us, we're worth it :)

Today we gathered the Nashville Unsigned crew to discuss the recent Net Neutrality issue.  Get the inside scoop from Nashville's indie music insiders.

Subscribe for weekly podcasts about independent music and industry news.

Join the movement. Live unsigned.