136. Introduction to Money and Relationships in Music

Money can strain any relationship—add gigs, touring, irregular income, and public-facing work, and it gets complicated fast. In this episode, Chris Webb and Dave Tamkin break down practical ways musicians (and their partners, bandmates, and teams) can navigate money, expectations, and emotional ups/downs without burning out—or each other.

What you’ll learn How to budget around irregular income (and reduce stress with simple monthly forecasting) Touring realities: staying emotionally present when you’re miles apart Creative identity vs. partnership needs—protect both without resentment Public image, social life, and boundaries (what to post, what to discuss) Collaboration vs. competition inside creative couples and bands The role your personal “money relationship” plays in every other relationship

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Intro & Outro Music Donated by: The Magi https://www.themagimusic.com

Intro Read by: David “DJ” Lee of The Magi

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Pictures by: Kit Chalberg https://kitchalberg.com/

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Visit MusiciansTipJar.com for more resources and tools to empower your financial journey.

Intro & Outro Music Donated by: The Magi https://www.themagimusic.com

Intro Read by: David “DJ” Lee of The Magi

https://soundcloud.com/rockababyrock

Pictures by: Kit Chalberg https://kitchalberg.com/