Supajam Education

By Supajam

Welcome to SupaJam Education Podcasts!

SupaJam is a unique group of Post-16 specialist music colleges based in Swanley, Canterbury, Brighton and Wandsworth.

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How many episodes does Supajam Education have?

The podcast currently has 112 episodes available.

Supajam Education episodes:

September 18, 2024 What's it like to work in journalism?- The Creative Industries Podcast with Lorraine Williams
There are many careers in the music & media industry, and being a journalist could be the one for you.

Interested? Well, check out this podcast where professional journalist Lorraine Williams tells her story about working in the journalism, as well as her other experiences in the creative industries and beyond!
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37min
September 11, 2024 What was the Great Escape Festival Like? Our Students and CEO react!
Every year, our students and staff get work experience at the Great Escape Festival in Brighton - but what was it like?

Some of our students and joint CEO David Court react to the festival in this episode!

We will have more podcasts from the Great Escape Festival, Black Deer Festival, and the UK Creative Festival coming up soon!
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5min
September 04, 2024 Being a freelance Guitar Expert & Session Musician - Claire Pitt Wigmore tells all! - The Creative Industries Podcast
In this episode, Claire Pitt Wigmore tells us what it is like to be a professional guitarist, where her work includes being a session musician, working in an originals band, being a tutor, and previous work in function bands.

If you want to be a pro-musician, this episode is for you!
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49min
July 10, 2024He helped the Libertines knock Beyoncé off the top of the charts! - Learn from Darren Parker!
In this episode of The Creative Industries Podcast, we talk to Darren Parker - a social media expert and events guru who recently had a big part in the online campaign that got The Libertine's their recent Number One Album!

In this episode you can learn about:
Some of the other clients he has worked with
Social media advice for new bands
How he got his start in the music industry
How he ended up working with The Libertines
Making lists of all the content needing to be captured
How he ended up in the campaign himself!
Funniest moments as a band/ DJ social media manager
What being a booker at a venue is like
Tips for bands looking for their first ever gig
If he had a time machine, what would he say to his younger self
What famous artists have left him star struck
And a lot more!
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44min
July 02, 2024 What's it like to sell MILLIONS of records... by Accident!?! - Chumbawamba's Dunstan Bruce tells us all!
Chumbawamba's Dunstan Bruce tells us what it's like to be in an anarchist punk band for 15 years...

then accidentally make the biggest song of the year... if not decade!

I mean, even Homer Simpson did a cover of it!

Thank you to Dunstan for his time and amazing stories!

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28min
June 25, 2024What is the scandal for famous YouTuber Dr Ed Hope?! We find out this and more!
In this week's podcast, we learn the details about the BEEF that DR Ed Hope (successful Youtuber) has had in his career!

If you haven't heard of him, his channel has had millions of views, and he has also worked as a musician.

In one of our most entertaining episodes yet, you can learn:
What life was like for Ed when he was aged 16-25 years old
How he started his first band, and any challenges he had to overcome
What got him into being a Youtuber
What it was like starting the channel from scratch
How a funny, almost throwaway idea changed the destiny of the channel
How starting RIGHT NOW on things you want to do is the best way to make progress, rather than endless planning
What is coming up for Ed in the next 6 months?
And much more!
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49min
June 18, 2024What were Matt's best (& WORST) experiences as a sound engineer?! - Interview
In this week's podcast, students Owen and Mac chat to the extremely experienced sound engineer & music producer, Matt Smyth.

He was just back from doing a special audio installation at Paris Fashion Week!

Listen in for:
Career tips for sound engineering & music production
How to blend creativity & technical skills
How to manage problems or issues during a live gig
And some of Matt's funniest stories from live concerts!
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1h 2min
June 11, 2024Find out how our students made & released an entire album of original music!
In this week's episode we go behind the scenes how our student Alex - with some help from Richard and Emma - created and released an entire album of music!

During the interview, you will find out:
How using samples of voice messages added meaning to the tracks
How finding the good in people inspired a track on the album
How to get over writer's block
Why discarding an idea can sometimes lead you to a better one
And much more tips on making an album!
So if you're an artist who wants to create an album one day, this is a must listen!
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28min
June 04, 2024Need a music manager or want to be one? Here is what you need to know... - Ollie from Niche Crush - Part 2
I hope you enjoyed part one of this bumper episode...

In this part 2, Ollie - who has had over 20 years experience in the music industry - tells us everything you need to know when looking for a music manager - and how to be a good one if that's what you want to become!

It is also loaded with extra bonus tips on the music industry, and if you heard part 1, you know this one is going to be good!!!

Thanks again to Ollie for sharing his story and advice!

Chapters:

If you are looking for a manager or want to be one
When is a band ready for a manager?
Things to look for OR avoid in a manager?
Why no manager should ask a band for money up front
Why managers should prove themselves before you sign with them
How often, good managers will find you
Talk to managers in person when deciding - not just email
How managers should act like a guide or coach
The exact skills to look for in a manager
How to research a manager and avoid scams
The reasons someone might want to manage you
If you want to be a manager yourself

Other advice
Coming up with goals
Setting actions and to-do lists
What would Ollie say to his younger self?
Knowing when to stop on a project and move to another thing
How to trust your instinct
Rules for not pestering people too much
Always following up with a new piece of news
What is coming up with Ollie’s own band, Niche Crush
Getting a steady stream of music / content
6-8 week cycles for song promotion
Why you might not want to put out your best song first
Will Ollie ever be a manager again?!
Mental health in the music industry
Why it’s hard work but still the best job ever!
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20min
May 21, 2024Listen to this if you want a BIG ADVANTAGE in the MUSIC INDUSTRY - PART ONE - Ollie from Niche Crush
If I was the CEO of SupaJam, I'd make it MANDATORY TO LISTEN TO THIS!

No seriously...

In this episode, Ollie - who has had over 20 years experience in the music industry - breaks down how it all works...

...and explains what you can do to make the most out of it!!!

If you listen to this, and really try to do the things he advises, you will have a massive advantage over other people trying to break into the music industry.

And this is ONLY PART ONE of our chat...!

Starting a band and getting gigs
Finding band members
Reaching out to similar artists to network
How to set up gig swaps with bands in other towns
What to say in your messages to other bands

Music Industry Advice
What it was like running a music blog
How to find music industry jobs that aren’t on Indeed
Getting work experience
How to get your name as the one people think of and want to recommend
Tapping into the live music scene
How trying to do everything 100% online might not work that well
How to sell yourself to make it an easy “YES” for your dream employer

What are labels looking for?
What do A&R people look for?
What are labels NOT looking for?
How labels want everything as a great all round package
How do you get to the point of getting signed?
How managers can help you so much
Writing press releases
What NOT to send to industry people
What is a radio plugger?
Difference between radio plugger and PR?
How approaching independents first is a good idea
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31min

FAQs about Supajam Education:

How many episodes does Supajam Education have?

The podcast currently has 112 episodes available.