The Music Tricked Me

I chat with Adam Lewis, founder of Los Angeles based Music PR Company Planetary Group, about all things PR, SXSW and Prince ! What is actually involved in a PR campaign ? When is the right time for it and how to optimise your campaign ? Plenty of golden nuggets to discover in this episode !!

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Maud enlightens me about what music promoters do, and when/how artists can include them on their journey.

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What important qualities should you seek in your tour manager ? When is it a good time to tour ? What has Maud learnt in terms of tips and challenges on the road after working with the likes of Sprints and NewDad ? French, passionate, thorough and fun, Maud is a perfect cocktail, eheheh

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Niall Horan's guitarist and musical director Jake Curran gives us an insight into the world of session musicians, touring and guitar tone. What are his recommendations for equipment, and his tips for practicing playing guitar ? Absorb all of his wisdom in this episode !

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Hello ! Sometimes it's good to take some time to pause, and breathe. And just do simple things. So here is me chatting to you :-)

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Lottie initiated the 'Culture of Belonging' workshops, which bring us closer to a more inclusive studio environment by opening studio opportunities for women and gender expansive musicians ! Lottie is also Miloco Studios booking manager, a directory of 180 studios around the world... We chat about what her role englobes, the F-List, the Trans Creative Collective, Help Musicians... and Justin Timberlake.

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I asked about 2000 questions to Aaron Casey about Rights & Royalties. How to protect your rights and collect every penny/dollar/yen/peso your music generates - from songwriting, to streaming, merchandise and touring ? What happens if you're the producer ? Find out with Aaron who explains literally everything you need to know on the topic.

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In the second part of this episode, Steve and I chat about the story and acoustics of his studio Electrical Audio, some of his favourite microphones, the longevity of analogue, tape machines specs, and the implications of working all analogue - from session prep to becoming a better decision maker.

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Eye opening conversations with Steve Albini, reknowned recording engineer based in Chicago. Covering topics such as the role of a producer, the idea of making a career playing music and alternatives to it, streaming services, capitalism and more, this episode will leave you to reflect on the music industry and which aspects of it you chose to adhere to.

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How do you chose the right manager ? What's the venue and touring industry like in the UK post-Brexit and post-Covid ? How can we be more inclusive and ethical ? Cath Hurley, a superhuman from Birkenhead near Liverpool, manages 3 artists and runs community based music venue Future Yard. Throughout her stories, Cath proves us that when there’s a will, there’s a way. Sometimes, the way is to start thinking differently.

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