Modern Musician Podcast

Are you looking to become a better vocalist? If so, then you won’t want to miss this week’s episode.Michael sat down with Brett Manning, a world-renowned vocal coach and founder of Singing Success. He has personally trained such well-known artists as Taylor Swift, Miley Cirus, Keith Urban, Hayley Williams, and Luke Bryan. Brett shares some of the same tools he’s used to help Grammy and CMA awards winners reach success so that you can break through in your own singing career.Some of the lessons you will learn:Bring your personality into your singing (that is what will separate you from the others)Without risk there is no rewardMastering speech level singing (how to keep a consistent “speech level” sound across your whole range) To learn more about Singing Success and Brett’s Systematic Vocal Training visit: https://singingsuccess.com/Sign up for Michael Walker’s FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop here: http://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com

If you’re ready to start building buzz in your own market - then you won’t want to miss this episode! Learn from Lou Plaia, one of the co-founders of Reverbnation (the largest online community focused on helping indie artists to build their careers). Lou shares some of the same tools used by bands like Imagine Dragons, The Lumineers, and the Alabama Shakes to grow their fan bases and get better gigs, so that you can break through in your own career.Some of the lessons you will learn:The best ways to build your fanbase When to start assembling your teamHow to get on the radar of major festivalsJoin ReverbNation and get instant access to all their tools here: www.reverbnation.com Sign up for Michael Walker’s FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop here: http://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com

In this episode we are joined by Michelle Sabolchick Pettinato. She is the master sound engineer who’s done sound for Jewel, Gwen Stefani, Kesha, and the Goo Goo Dolls. Michelle shares a surefire framework to get better sound for your own mixes.If you’re looking for a few tools that will quickly help you to get better sound and a better overall mix, then this episode is for you.Learn the three steps to mastering EQ:Learn how to hear (listen like a producer)Identify the frequency that you need to adjust Know how to tweak that frequency with EQLearn more about Michelle here: https://www.mixingmusiclive.com/pages/about-usSign up for Michael Walker’s FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop here: http://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com

On this episode, we welcome Friedemann Findeisen to the podcast. He’s the founder of Holistic Songwriting, his youtube channel has garnered over 14 million views, and he’s a best-selling author with his powerful songwriting book, The Addiction Formula. Friedemann shares his battle-tested approach to writing undeniably impactful songs - so that you can tell your most powerful stories through music. You’ll learn about the three core elements to his approach:Set your “hype levels” (or energy levels)Move the listener through your song with tension Grab the listener’s attention and never let it goFriedemenn’s links: YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/holisticsongwriting Website:https://holistic-songwriting.com/Welcome Package:https://blog.holistic-songwriting.com/welcome-package/ The Addiction Formula (Book)https://blog.holistic-songwriting.com/addictionformula/ HS Academy:https://blog.holistic-songwriting.com/hsa/ The Songwriting Decks:https://blog.holistic-songwriting.com/the-songwriting-decks Sign up for Michael Walker’s FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop here: http://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com

Cheryl B. Engelhardt is an award winning songwriter, coach, and founder of In The Key Of Success, and master of the art of pitching, communication, and email.In this episode, Cheryl shares both the latest trends and the most established tools in leveraging your email list to grow and sustain your music career.Some of the lessons you will learn:Keep fans on their toes (the boredom factor is real right now) Write as if to one person (make it intimate)Choose a singular focus per email (and a single call to action) Join Cheryl's Email Challenge here: www.inthekey.co/emailchallengeSign up for Michael Walker’s FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop here: http://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com

Kevin McCarty and Richard Casper are the co-founders of a new app called “We Should Write Sometime”. The app could be described as “Tinder” for musicians looking for co-writing partners and uses swipe left/right to find collaborators in your area. They have been featured in Forbes, Billboard, and Rolling Stone. In this episode, Richard and Kevin discuss the benefits of co-writing and building a network of collaborators to get the most out of your songwriting and write hit songs. Afterwards, make sure to download the We Should Write Sometime app and find your perfect co-write!Download the We Should Write Sometime App here: https://weshouldwritesometime.com/Sign up for Michael Walker’s FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop here: http://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com

Chris SD, is an award-winning music producer who has been helping artists, composers, producers and songwriters get their music synced for over 15 years. He is the creator of The Art Of The Song Pitch, a proven step-by-step process that has helped songwriters get their music into everything from Hollywood movies to blockbuster trailers and countless television shows. In this episode, Chris shares valuable insights on how to get your music synced in TV and Film and the benefits of breaking into the world of sync licensing. You’re going to learn: The simple road map to getting your music syncedHow your songs are worth more than most people’s cars Pitching your music is an authentic way and reaching the right peopleConnect with Chris SD and Sync Songwriter here: https://syncsongwriter.com/Learn more about MusicMentor™️ Here: https://www.modernmusician.me/join-music-mentor

Oscar Höglund is the CEO and co-founder of Epidemic Sound, one of the largest and fastest-growing production music libraries in the world. Oscar and his team at Epidemic Sound are paving the way for creators to use music to take their videos to the next level, while simultaneously supporting musicians both financially and creatively. In our conversation, we discussed some of the biggest challenges artists face when monetizing their music, and how Epidemic Sound is solving these challenges in a number of ways, by setting out to “soundtrack the internet” while allowing artists to truly thrive.  In this episode you will learn:Now is the time to put creators first so they can drive and innovate the $20B music industry.How pushing for making the music industry more creator-centric can help artists think more authentically and creatively.How a futuristic 50/50 approach to streaming revenue empowers artists and simplifies the antiquated royalties process. Learn more about Epidemic Sound and get in touch here:https://www.epidemicsound.com/campaign/artist/Sign up here for the Music Mentor Live Training and Launch Party with Michael Walker:https://event.webinarjam.com/register/21/k6p5ocl

Sidney Eugene is the founder of LearnMBE (Learn Music Business Essentials) - a company whose mission is to instruct creatives on how to think like a major label. Sydney got his start working at Warner Brothers during the golden age of 90’s music and helped to facilitate a $52 million deal at the age of 19. In this episode, Sidney shares the wisdom he gained as part of the mechanism that made artists like Faith Hill into superstars, so that you can find your own unique and special path in the music industry.Some of the lessons you will learn:Master your lane (then your magnetism will naturally attract people to you)Make one fan at a time (there will be a ripple effect with each new fan)Own your gateway (use social media - but always get people onto your platform)To join Sidney’s email list for free resources and tips: http://tinyurl.com/learnmbeTo hear a free LearnMBE mastermind group recording: https://learnmbe.com/lesson-1To learn more about Sidney: https://learnmbe.com/meet-the-teacherTo schedule a free call with Sidney: https://learnmbe.as.me/generalTo learn how to think like a major record label: https://learnmbe.com/Sign up for Michael Walker’s FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop here: http://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com

Frank Nelson is the manager of The Piano Guys - an American music group who’ve amassed 2 billion views and 6.9 million subscribers on YouTube by creating music videos that “uplift and inspire.” Frank shares the most important lessons he’s learned about finding a successful career path in the music business, so that you can apply them to your own journey.Does the idea of pursuing your career aspirations while maintaining your personal values sound daunting to you? If so, then this week’s episode will prove incredibly valuable to you.Some of the lessons you will learn:Build your brand identity and make a mission statement (then stick with it)Find a mentor (and mentor others along the way)The most important thing is that you care (if you do, then others will care too)To learn more about The Piano Guys visit their official website: https://thepianoguys.com/Check out The Piano Guys Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ThePianoGuysSign up for Michael Walker’s FREE Fanbase Growth Workshop here: http://bit.ly/FanBaseGrowthWorkshopTo learn more about Modern Musician visit: www.modern-musician.com