Popstar-in-Training

Popstar-in-Training

By Amanda Victoria EppolitoArtsPerforming Arts
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Popstar-in-Training episodes

  • Co-Writing Etiquette
    Sometimes I find myself questioning how effective co-writing is and whether or not I should be putting time into it... So in this episode we are discussing my co-writing experiences, different co-writing environments based on location, how to find more co-writers, and virtual sessions. 
    Download the app We Should Write Sometime 
    Check out Songspace to keep your catalogue organized 
    DM me on IG to co-write or get matched with other writers
    XOXO,
    AVE
    16 min
  • Prepping for a Release (Single, EP, Album)
    hey y'all! Here's everything you need to do for your upcoming release (single, EP, album...etc). In this episode I talk about my marketing strategies (pre-release and post-release) as well as a release checklist you should be going through!
    SAMPLE RELEASE CHECKLIST
    Connect with me!
    Thanks for listening y'all! Share with a friend or DM on IG @ave.music_ to let me know you're listening.
    XOXO,
    AVE
    13 min
  • Branding: How to Build, Maintain and Re-brand

    You may have to listen to this episode on 2x because my brain was noooottt working as fast as normal!!! Haha here are a few things I mentioned throughout this episode on branding as an independent artist:

    -get to know your sound musically, yourself as an artist and yourself in general

    -use these tools to build and maintain your brand: Canva, Skillshare, dm me on IG for referrals to graphic designers, Bandzoogle

    -then decide which strategy is best when re-branding

     p.s.

    a few other things I mentioned throughout the episode: Hormonology app for women, My favorite Mint Tea


    Thanks for listening!!

    XOXO,

    AVE

    IG: @ave.music_

    28 min
  • Social Media Management for Independent Artists
    hey y'all! in this episode, I discuss tips, tricks, do's and don'ts of social media management for DIY artists. Social media is crucial for music marketing nowadays so it's important that we all learn how to maximize each platform's potential for our benefit. 
    -watch The Social Dilemma 
    -create a website with Bandzoogle
    -post cohesive content across all platforms at once with Buffer 
    -invest in a digital business card 
    -or design & print business cards
    Thanks for listening today y'all!! I talked extrrraaa fast so props to you.
    XOXO,
    AVE
    27 min
  • STOP BUYING FOLLOWERS AND STREAMS.

    literally stop. it's annoying. and unsustainable. 


    Watch Adam Ivy on Youtube and use www.buffer.com to market effectively and authentically. 

    DM me on IG with any questions: @ave.music_


    XOXO,

    AVE

    22 min
  • Networking tips, tricks and silent social cues
    today we are discussing some rules of thumb when networking in the music industry, a few "unsaid" things you should know, and lessons learned the hard way by AVE. 
    pro tip: start a spreadsheet with each person you connect with, your relation to them/how you met and what they do. 
    with any questions or requests for my spreadsheet example - DM me on IG @ave.music_
    Connect with me!
    Thanks for listening!
    XOXO,
    AVE
    16 min
  • SIDE HUSTLES for Creatives, Artists, Musicians...etc

    Hi friends :) 

    The key is to pick ONE from the list I discussed in the episode and give it all of your "side energy". I just thought of one more: sponsorships. DM me on IG if you want an episode on how to get/maintain/execute sponsorships for artists. 

    DM me on IG for an example of a side hustle spreadsheet

    Red bubble

    Fine Tuned Songs

    Anchor.fm

    Fiverr

    Skillshare

    22 min
  • Gigging 101: How to be your own Booking Agent

    in this episode, I teach y'all how I began booking my own gigs at the age of 14. If you or someone you know is wondering how to get started, give this a listen or share it! DM me on IG @ave.music_ with any questions!!

    Connect with me!


    Thanks for listening!

    XOXO,

    AVE

    12 min

About Popstar-in-Training

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Nashville pop artist, AVE, talks weekly about the rollercoaster life of a popstar-wannabe. The singer-dancer-songwriter discusses all that it takes to be an independent artist and documents her…