Way Beyond The Music

An in depth Series with Episodes focusing on the Texas Music Scene and Texas Music Industry. Behind the scenes stories, rich in depth (going WAY BEYOND THE MUSIC) Artist & Industry Professional Interviews, Instructional Episodes, Educational Episodes, purely Entertaining Episodes, and more. This is a must listen and subscribe for any Musician or Industry Professional wishing to learn first hand from a Professional Musician with over 20 years of Industry Experience.

If you feel overwhelmed and lost, if you are finding yourself looking for answers to all your music industry needs, and if you are drowning in all the information; then you will want to listen to this Podcast!!!

In this Special Christmas Edition (Part 2) my guest is Texas Recording Artist / Singer - Songwriter, Entrepenuer, and a man of many talents

; Michael Marks is going to share his story about Rags To Riches....

Connect with Michael Marks:

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@TheMomar1954?sub_confirmation=1

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009340383400

An in depth Series with Episodes focusing on the Texas Music Scene and Texas Music Industry. Behind the scenes stories, rich in depth (going WAY BEYOND THE MUSIC) Artist & Industry Professional Interviews, Instructional Episodes, Educational Episodes, purely Entertaining Episodes, and more. This is a must listen and subscribe for any Musician or Industry Professional wishing to learn first hand from a Professional Musician with over 20 years of Industry Experience.

If you feel overwhelmed and lost, if you are finding yourself looking for answers to all your music industry needs, and if you are drowning in all the information; then you will want to listen to this Podcast!!!

In this Edition my guest is Texas Recording Artist / Singer - Songwriter, husband, and super dad.

Xavier Joseph is going to share his story about Life Off Stage....

Come back next Wednesday for more Way Beyond The Music!!! See y'all Next Time

About Mark Sebby:.

Mark has over two decades of industry experience and plays multiple roles in the Texas Music Scene. He currently owns (and operates) SMG LLC. (Sebby Music Group), Sebby Tv Network, Texas Internet Radio, Texas Internet Music Television, Texas Internet Radio Chart, Sebby's Aviary & Bird Rescue, and a Singer Songwriter. SMG offers a number of music industry servies, social media marketing ,website design, and more. We have a Professional Won't Quit Attitude and work to develope the same work ethic with each new client.

Connect with Xavier Joseph:

Website:

https://xavierjoseph.com/

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@xavierjoseph...

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q...

An in depth Series with Episodes focusing on the Texas Music Scene and Texas Music Industry. Behind the scenes stories, rich in depth (going WAY BEYOND THE MUSIC) Artist & Industry Professional Interviews, Instructional Episodes, Educational Episodes, purely Entertaining Episodes, and more. This is a must listen and subscribe for any Musician or Industry Professional wishing to learn first hand from a Professional Musician with over 20 years of Industry Experience.

If you feel overwhelmed and lost, if you are finding yourself looking for answers to all your music industry needs, and if you are drowning in all the information; then you will want to listen to this Podcast!!!

In this Edition my guest is Colorado Songwriter, husband, and dad.

Mike Rhodes is going to share his story about "The Role Of The Songwriter"

Come back next Wednesday for more Way Beyond The Music!!!

See y'all Next Time

About Mark Sebby:.

Mark has over two decades of industry experience and plays multiple roles in the Texas Music Scene. He currently owns (and operates) SMG LLC. (Sebby Music Group), Sebby Tv Network, Texas Internet Radio, Texas Internet Music Television, Texas Internet Radio Chart, Sebby's Aviary & Bird Rescue, and a Singer Songwriter. SMG offers a number of music industry servies, social media marketing ,website design, and more. We have a Professional Won't Quit Attitude and work to develope the same work ethic with each new client.

Connect with Mike Rhodes:

Website:

https://www.mikerhodes.com/

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/5Pzqf...

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/mikerhodesmusic

An in depth Series with Episodes focusing on the Texas Music Scene and Texas Music Industry. Behind the scenes stories, rich in depth (going WAY BEYOND THE MUSIC) Artist & Industry Professional Interviews, Instructional Episodes, Educational Episodes, purely Entertaining Episodes, and more. This is a must listen and subscribe for any Musician or Industry Professional wishing to learn first hand from a Professional Musician with over 20 years of Industry Experience.

If you feel overwhelmed and lost, if you are finding yourself looking for answers to all your music industry needs, and if you are drowning in all the information; then you will want to listen to this Podcast!!!

This Way Beyond The Music Podcast takes an in-depth look at the evolution of the Texas music scene since the 1990s with special guest Texas radio program director and host of Red Dirt Proud w/JB Cloud. Join us as we explore the differences between now and then, and see how far the Texas music landscape has come. From popular artists to festivals, radio airplay, streaming, and more, get the inside scoop from JB Cloud himself!

JB was one of the first PD's to feature my own music on terrestrial radio when I was still in the treches playing over 200 show a year. We will be discussing the rapidly changing Texas Music Scene & it's Evolution since the 90's.

Come back for more Way Beyond The Music!!! See y'all Next Time!

About JB Cloud:

@RedDirtProudwithJBCloud w/ JB Cloud -

Playing the perfect mix of Texas & Red Dirt Music for 4 hours every week, hosted by long time Country and Red Dirt Radio DJ, JB Cloud. Think of the things you do or want to do on Saturday nights. This show will play the music to help you get that done. JB has been highly successful playing the new hits, new artists, live cuts, the old stuff and everything in between.

Red Dirt Proud host JB Cloud started playing Texas/Red Dirt music in 1993 in Corpus Christi, Tx. JB then spread that Red Dirt in Big Spring 95-98 and in Abilene since 1998. JB had his own award winning show on the radio in Abilene since 1999 and over the years since has gotten to know all the artists and play music that listeners wanted to hear. Fun will be had and memories will be made that will last a lifetime. We are super blessed to bring this type of show to more people.

Website:

https://reddirtproud.com/

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@RedDirtProud...

About Mark Sebby:.

Mark has over two decades of industry experience and plays multiple roles in the Texas Music Scene. He currently owns (and operates) SMG LLC. (Sebby Music Group), Sebby Tv Network, Texas Internet Radio, Texas Internet Music Television, Texas Internet Radio Chart, Sebby's Aviary & Bird Rescue, and a Singer Songwriter. SMG offers a number of music industry servies, social media marketing ,website design, and more. We have a Professional Won't Quit Attitude and work to develope the same work ethic with each new client.

An in depth Series with Episodes focusing on the Texas Music Scene and Texas Music Industry. Behind the scenes stories, rich in depth (going WAY BEYOND THE MUSIC) Artist & Industry Professional Interviews, Instructional Episodes, Educational Episodes, purely Entertaining Episodes, and more. This is a must listen and subscribe for any Musician or Industry Professional wishing to learn first hand from a Professional Musician with over 20 years of Industry Experience.

If you feel overwhelmed and lost, if you are finding yourself looking for answers to all your music industry needs, and if you are drowning in all the information; then you will want to listen to this Podcast!!!

Tonight's Guest is Justin Biltonen

Meet Justin:

Justin Biltonen blurs the lines between ‘what you see is what you get’ and ‘still waters run deep.’ Southern born and bred, Biltonen is a product of broken-in boots and 90s bests.

Baptized by an adoration for country, rock, punk and hardcore, Justin went from singing in hometown worship groups to traveling the nation playing southern-fried rock n’ roll. Fueled by uncompromising passion and a gypsy soul, Biltonen became a self proclaimed highway-runner. It was on those endless, late night drives that he conjured up the soundtrack from his youth-- a mixtape filled with Drive By Truckers, Waylon and Shooter Jennings, Brooks and Dunn, Shenandoah and countless others, which ultimately reignited his love of country music.

Not long after, Justin proved that all roads really do lead to Nashville, TN. Immersing himself in Music City’s one of a kind songwriting community, Biltonen continued to refine his craft and establish himself as a force within the industry.

Eventually, Justin Biltonen became a name to know as the bassist for alt-rock tastemakers 3 Doors Down. Touring globally as a member of one of the genre’s most timeless bands, Justin was able to support numerous chart topping albums, including Us And The Night, which peaked at #2 on Billboard’s Rock Chart. A career changing moment for Justin Biltonen, Us And The Night was the first major release he both wrote and played on in-studio.

Having earned the courage and credentials, Justin began indulging his longtime love of country music and officially announced his solo project with the singles “Use You” and “How A Man’s Made.” Biltonen marked his terrestrial radio debut with the follow-up single “She’s Got the Highway”, which he credits with solidifying his stance as a member of the country music community.

From playing bars and basements to global tours and the Presidential Inauguration, the North Carolina native owes his success to nothing more than his sincere, unwavering respect for music. “At the end of the day, I know I’ll always be able to focus on my love of an honest melody,” Biltonen reveals. “Whether I’m doing my own thing or touring with the band, thriving through the ups and downs in the name of the music is always going to matter more than anything else.”

Humbled by his own experience, Justin is currently celebrating the release of his single “Heartache Rodeo.” Having already achieved career milestones across streaming platforms and country radio alike, “Heartache Rodeo” will be accompanied by a music video and tour this fall.

Website: https://www.justinbiltonen.com/

In this episode of Way Beyond the Music, host Mark Sebby interviews Bruce Alan, the program director of Texas 46 Radio. They discuss the evolution of the radio station, the challenges of running a radio station, and the importance of metadata in music submissions. Bruce shares insights on how artists can effectively approach program directors, the significance of maintaining relationships, and the realities of the music industry. The conversation emphasizes the value of internet radio and the opportunities it provides for indie artists.

takeaways

• Mark Sebby introduces the new season focusing on music industry professionals.
• Bruce Alan shares the inspiration behind starting Texas 46 Radio.
• The importance of having user-friendly software for running a radio station.
• Artists should keep their submissions simple and straightforward.
• Metadata is crucial for music submissions to program directors.
• Follow-up communication with program directors can strengthen relationships.
• Artists need to learn the booking process to succeed in the industry.
• The significance of internet radio in promoting indie artists.
• Artists should not underestimate the power of smaller radio stations.
• Persistence and positivity are key for artists in the music industry.

titles

• Navigating the Music Industry: Insights from Bruce Alan
• Behind the Scenes of Texas 46 Radio

Sound Bites

• "You can't grow up and be like me."
• "This is way beyond the music."
• "Don't be afraid to ask for advice."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Season Two

01:59
The Birth of Texas 46 Radio

05:38
Life Behind the Console

17:47
Artist-PD Interactions: The Good, Bad, and Ignored

21:47
Navigating Music Distribution Tools

26:12
The Importance of Professional Station Liners

30:53
Understanding the Role of Promoters

33:53
Charting and Reporting in the Music Industry

37:31
Engaging with Audience: QR Codes and Promotions

39:03
Navigating Music Submissions: What to Avoid

41:16
The Importance of Professionalism in Music Submissions

43:24
Understanding the Music Industry: Submissions and Charting

45:08
Building Relationships: The Role of Follow-ups in Music Promotion

46:55
Promoters vs. Self-Submission: Weighing the Options

48:58
The Reality of Music Promotion: Expectations vs. Reality

52:44
Final Thoughts: Advice for Indie Artists