Popstar-in-Training

By Amanda Victoria Eppolito

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 person... more

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How many episodes does Popstar-in-Training have?

The podcast currently has 32 episodes available.

Popstar-in-Training episodes:

February 15, 2021 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
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16min
February 08, 2021 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
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13min
February 01, 2021 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_
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28min
January 25, 2021 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
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27min
January 18, 2021 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
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22min
January 11, 2021 How to Create, Market and Sell Merch without spending a DIME
y'all - gone are the days where us independent artists invest time and money into merch that never sells... I HAVE SOLUTIONS, tips and tricks for you.
Spreadshirt
Canva
DM me on IG for graphic designers
Visit AVE Apparel to see how I did it
XOXO,
AVE
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29min
January 04, 2021 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
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16min
December 22, 2020 HOW I MADE AN ALBUM from my bedroom during a global pandemic independently
hi friends here are the resources I mentioned throughout this episode:

take YOGA with me
Home Studio Gear
Too Lost Distribution
Quadio Distribution for College kids
DM me with any questions
LOVE Y'ALL,
AVE
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23min
December 22, 2020 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
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22min
November 28, 2020 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
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12min

FAQs about Popstar-in-Training:

How many episodes does Popstar-in-Training have?

The podcast currently has 32 episodes available.