The Musician Monster Podcast: Music Business For Musicians

The Musician Monster Podcast: Music Business For Musicians

By Greg Wilnau: Musician, Musicpreneur, Self MadeBusinessMusicCareers
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The Musician Monster Podcast: Music Business For Musicians episodes

  • MMP039: How To License Your Music Like A Ninja – Get Your Music In TV And Film With These Simple Steps
    Do you want to know how to license your music but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you already know how to license your music and want a few tips to contact music supervisors. Either way, today’s episode is for you.
    Our guest, Joshua W. Turner, has earned a living licensing music for several years. From his bedroom studio to Berklee College of Music, Joshua will give you his best tips and strategies. Today you’re going to learn how to license your music and radically improve your results.
    Let’s rock!
    In Today’s Episode You Will Learn:

    * How to balance being a professional musician and still have a personal life
    * The why and how of multiple income streams with sync licensing
    * Why using all your skills can work together to get your music licensed in more places
    * The key to successful sync licensing that most people miss
    * How to license your music and stand out from other artists
    * The simple home recording studio that’s perfect for sync licensing

    Links And Info Mentioned In This Episode:

    * imdb.com
    * tunefind.com
    * songtrader.com

    Connect with Joshua

    * joshuaturnermusic.com
    * Josh’s “Simply Singing” Course
    * facebook.com/thejwt
    * reverbnation.com/jwt
    * soundcloud.com/thejwt
    * joshuawturner.bandcamp.com

    Right-click HERE and “save-as” to download this episode to your desktop
    Thanks for Listening!
    Thanks so much for joining me again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below!
    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post.
    Also, please leave an honest review for The Musician Monster Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are helpful and appreciated.
    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
    A very special thank-you to Joshua for joining me this week.
    Until next time: Rock on and prosper.
    Is there a musician or music industry figure that you’d like us to interview? Send an email to [email protected] or a tweet to @musicianmonster — include the name of the person you’d like us to interview. 
    35 min
  • MMP039: How To License Your Music Like A Ninja – Get Your Music In TV And Film With These Simple Steps
    Do you want to know how to license your music but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you already know how to license your music and want a few tips to contact music supervisors. Either way, today’s episode is for you.
    Our guest, Joshua W. Turner, has earned a living licensing music for several years. From his bedroom studio to Berklee College of Music, Joshua will give you his best tips and strategies. Today you’re going to learn how to license your music and radically improve your results.
    Let’s rock!
    In Today’s Episode You Will Learn:

    * How to balance being a professional musician and still have a personal life
    * The why and how of multiple income streams with sync licensing
    * Why using all your skills can work together to get your music licensed in more places
    * The key to successful sync licensing that most people miss
    * How to license your music and stand out from other artists
    * The simple home recording studio that’s perfect for sync licensing

    Links And Info Mentioned In This Episode:

    * imdb.com
    * tunefind.com
    * songtrader.com

    Connect with Joshua

    * joshuaturnermusic.com
    * Josh’s “Simply Singing” Course
    * facebook.com/thejwt
    * reverbnation.com/jwt
    * soundcloud.com/thejwt
    * joshuawturner.bandcamp.com

    Right-click HERE and “save-as” to download this episode to your desktop
    Thanks for Listening!
    Thanks so much for joining me again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below!
    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post.
    Also, please leave an honest review for The Musician Monster Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are helpful and appreciated.
    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
    A very special thank-you to Joshua for joining me this week.
    Until next time: Rock on and prosper.
    Is there a musician or music industry figure that you’d like us to interview? Send an email to [email protected] or a tweet to @musicianmonster — include the name of the person you’d like us to interview. 
    35 min
  • MMP038: How To Stand Out From Other Musicians And Discover Your Music Brand
    There are so many independent musicians today. You try and try, but getting people’s attention is hard work. What if there was an easier way?
    With appearances on Ellen Degeneres and the Today Show, having millions of YouTube views, and being featured in countless TV shows all over the world, Philipp Jørgensen, is going to share how an impromptu college party performance turned his band, The Bottle Boys, into a viral sensation and a great music brand.
    Let’s rock.
    Links And Info Mentioned In This Episode:

    * The Bottle Boys (official website)
    * Musicovering (official website)
    * MusicBrand (music branding course waiting list)

    Right-click HERE and “save-as” to download this episode to your desktop
    Thanks for Listening!
    Thanks so much for joining me again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below!
    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post.
    Also, please leave an honest review for The Musician Monster Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are helpful and appreciated.
    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
    A very special thank-you to Philipp for joining me this week.
    Until next time: Rock on and prosper.
    Is there a musician or music industry figure that you’d like us to interview? Send an email to [email protected] or a tweet to @musicianmonster — include the name of the person you’d like us to interview. 
    41 min
  • MMP038: How To Stand Out From Other Musicians And Discover Your Music Brand
    There are so many independent musicians today. You try and try, but getting people’s attention is hard work. What if there was an easier way?
    With appearances on Ellen Degeneres and the Today Show, having millions of YouTube views, and being featured in countless TV shows all over the world, Philipp Jørgensen, is going to share how an impromptu college party performance turned his band, The Bottle Boys, into a viral sensation and a great music brand.
    Let’s rock.
    Links And Info Mentioned In This Episode:

    * The Bottle Boys (official website)
    * Musicovering (official website)
    * MusicBrand (music branding course waiting list)

    Right-click HERE and “save-as” to download this episode to your desktop
    Thanks for Listening!
    Thanks so much for joining me again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below!
    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post.
    Also, please leave an honest review for The Musician Monster Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are helpful and appreciated.
    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
    A very special thank-you to Philipp for joining me this week.
    Until next time: Rock on and prosper.
    Is there a musician or music industry figure that you’d like us to interview? Send an email to [email protected] or a tweet to @musicianmonster — include the name of the person you’d like us to interview. 
    41 min
  • MMP037: WhiiseCon
    Today, my personal friend Tommy Darker is coming on the show to talk about WhiiseCon 2018, the first event of its kind. Exclusively for MusicianMonster listeners, Tommy D is going to give us an inside look at all the goodness in store for you.
    WhiiseCon is Tommy’s online music conference where successful musicians share their secrets of success with true, honest, and inspiring stories. It features exclusive interviews with 20 chart-topping artists. Get an intimate look at what they do differently so you know how to grow your music business better!
    Links And Info Mentioned In This Episode:

    * Claim your free ticket to WhiiseCon right here→WhiiseCon

    Right-click HERE and “save-as” to download this episode to your desktop
    Thanks for Listening!
    Thanks so much for joining me again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below!
    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post.
    Also, please leave an honest review for The Musician Monster Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and always appreciated!
    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
    A very special thank-you to Tommy for joining me this week.
    Until next time: Rock on and prosper!
    Is there a musician or music industry figure that you’d like us to interview? Send an email to [email protected] or a tweet to @musicianmonster — including the name and contact info (if you have it) of the person you’d like to have interviewed. 
    28 min
  • MMP037: WhiiseCon
    Today, my personal friend Tommy Darker is coming on the show to talk about WhiiseCon 2018, the first event of its kind. Exclusively for MusicianMonster listeners, Tommy D is going to give us an inside look at all the goodness in store for you.
    WhiiseCon is Tommy’s online music conference where successful musicians share their secrets of success with true, honest, and inspiring stories. It features exclusive interviews with 20 chart-topping artists. Get an intimate look at what they do differently so you know how to grow your music business better!
    Links And Info Mentioned In This Episode:

    * Claim your free ticket to WhiiseCon right here→WhiiseCon

    Right-click HERE and “save-as” to download this episode to your desktop
    Thanks for Listening!
    Thanks so much for joining me again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below!
    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post.
    Also, please leave an honest review for The Musician Monster Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and always appreciated!
    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
    A very special thank-you to Tommy for joining me this week.
    Until next time: Rock on and prosper!
    Is there a musician or music industry figure that you’d like us to interview? Send an email to [email protected] or a tweet to @musicianmonster — including the name and contact info (if you have it) of the person you’d like to have interviewed. 
    28 min
  • MMP036: Music Branding Like A Rockstar: How Music Industry Icons Brand Their Music
    Ever wonder how music branding works for huge artists? How do they do it? Think about U2 or AC/DC, they have consistently matched a brand with their music for decades. Even new artists like Taylor Swift and Justin Timberlake. They re-brand every album.
    How do they do it?
    That’s what we’ll talk about in today’s episode. Steve Jones, author of Brand Like A Rockstar, drops by to explain how music industry icons create awesome brands that fit their music.
    According to Gene Simmonds (KISS): “Steve Jones knows a thing or two. Listen and take notes.”
    Buckle up. Steve is bringing his A-game to today’s interview.
    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

    * How music industry icons create brands that fit their music
    * Why conventional branding doesn’t always work with music
    * What branding music is (and isn’t)
    * Why many musicians struggle with branding and what to do about it
    * Practical insights to improve your music brand
    * How to match your music with the right brand

    Links And Info Mentioned In This Episode:

    * Buy Steve’s Book Brand Like A Rockstar on Amazon
    * Download the 3 Ways To Brand Your Music cheat sheet

    Follow Steve:

    * (Official Website) brandlikearockstar.com
    * (Facebook) facebook.com/brandlikearockstar
    * (Twitter) twitter.com/rockstarbrands

    Right-click HERE and “save-as” to download this episode to your desktop
    Thanks for Listening!
    Thanks so much for joining me again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below!
    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post.
    Also, please leave an honest review for The Musician Monster Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and always appreciated!
    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
    A very special thank-you to Steve for joining me this week.
    Until next time: Rock on and prosper!
    Is there a musician or music industry figure that you’d like us to interview? Send an email to [email protected] or a tweet to @musicianmonster — including the name and contact info (if you have it) of the person you’d like to have interviewed. 
    46 min
  • MMP036: Music Branding Like A Rockstar: How Music Industry Icons Brand Their Music
    Ever wonder how music branding works for huge artists? How do they do it? Think about U2 or AC/DC, they have consistently matched a brand with their music for decades. Even new artists like Taylor Swift and Justin Timberlake. They re-brand every album.
    How do they do it?
    That’s what we’ll talk about in today’s episode. Steve Jones, author of Brand Like A Rockstar, drops by to explain how music industry icons create awesome brands that fit their music.
    According to Gene Simmonds (KISS): “Steve Jones knows a thing or two. Listen and take notes.”
    Buckle up. Steve is bringing his A-game to today’s interview.
    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

    * How music industry icons create brands that fit their music
    * Why conventional branding doesn’t always work with music
    * What branding music is (and isn’t)
    * Why many musicians struggle with branding and what to do about it
    * Practical insights to improve your music brand
    * How to match your music with the right brand

    Links And Info Mentioned In This Episode:

    * Buy Steve’s Book Brand Like A Rockstar on Amazon
    * Download the 3 Ways To Brand Your Music cheat sheet

    Follow Steve:

    * (Official Website) brandlikearockstar.com
    * (Facebook) facebook.com/brandlikearockstar
    * (Twitter) twitter.com/rockstarbrands

    Right-click HERE and “save-as” to download this episode to your desktop
    Thanks for Listening!
    Thanks so much for joining me again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below!
    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post.
    Also, please leave an honest review for The Musician Monster Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and always appreciated!
    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
    A very special thank-you to Steve for joining me this week.
    Until next time: Rock on and prosper!
    Is there a musician or music industry figure that you’d like us to interview? Send an email to [email protected] or a tweet to @musicianmonster — including the name and contact info (if you have it) of the person you’d like to have interviewed. 
    46 min
  • MMP035: Become A Greater Musician By Changing The Way You Think About Music
    Let me ask you a question. As a musician, do you expect to struggle? Do you think making it in music is supposed to be hard? Impossible, even?
    What if I told you that wasn’t true. That it is possible to go from where you are to where you want be quickly, and with fewer setbacks. Would you believe me?
    In today’s episode we’re going to talk to Brandon Rouckus. He’s going to share his journey from struggle artist to full time musician. Including insight on how quickly his career changed for the better, when he changed the way he thought about music.
    Let’s Rock!
    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

    * How to get the best musicians knocking down your door to work with you
    * The surprising thing to “push” you from amateur to professional musician—and STAY there
    * How to answer every question you have about your path in the music industry and how to find it—TODAY
    * How to become a greater musician by changing the way you think about it
    * How to dispelling the misconception that artists must “struggle” to pursue their craft

    Links And Info Mentioned In This Episode:

    * Download the Success With Live Music Blueprint
    * Listen to MMP015—Interview With Carl Verheyen

    Follow Brandon:

    * Twitter @brandonrouckus
    * YouTube
    * Tyler Bank – @tylerbankmusic 
    * Tyler Bank – Official Website

    Right-click HERE and “save-as” to download this episode to your desktop
    Thanks for Listening!
    Thanks so much for joining me again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below!
    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post.
    Also, please leave an honest review for The Musician Monster Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and always appreciated!
    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
    A very special thank-you to Brandon for joining me this week.
    Until next time: Rock on and prosper!
    Is there a musician or music industry figure that you’d like us to interview? Send an email to [email protected] or a tweet to @musicianmonster — including the name and contact info (if you have it) of the person you’d like to have interviewed. 
    55 min
  • MMP035: Become A Greater Musician By Changing The Way You Think About Music
    Let me ask you a question. As a musician, do you expect to struggle? Do you think making it in music is supposed to be hard? Impossible, even?
    What if I told you that wasn’t true. That it is possible to go from where you are to where you want be quickly, and with fewer setbacks. Would you believe me?
    In today’s episode we’re going to talk to Brandon Rouckus. He’s going to share his journey from struggle artist to full time musician. Including insight on how quickly his career changed for the better, when he changed the way he thought about music.
    Let’s Rock!
    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

    * How to get the best musicians knocking down your door to work with you
    * The surprising thing to “push” you from amateur to professional musician—and STAY there
    * How to answer every question you have about your path in the music industry and how to find it—TODAY
    * How to become a greater musician by changing the way you think about it
    * How to dispelling the misconception that artists must “struggle” to pursue their craft

    Links And Info Mentioned In This Episode:

    * Download the Success With Live Music Blueprint
    * Listen to MMP015—Interview With Carl Verheyen

    Follow Brandon:

    * Twitter @brandonrouckus
    * YouTube
    * Tyler Bank – @tylerbankmusic 
    * Tyler Bank – Official Website

    Right-click HERE and “save-as” to download this episode to your desktop
    Thanks for Listening!
    Thanks so much for joining me again this week. Have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below!
    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the post.
    Also, please leave an honest review for The Musician Monster Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and always appreciated!
    And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates.
    A very special thank-you to Brandon for joining me this week.
    Until next time: Rock on and prosper!
    Is there a musician or music industry figure that you’d like us to interview? Send an email to [email protected] or a tweet to @musicianmonster — including the name and contact info (if you have it) of the person you’d like to have interviewed. 
    55 min

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