S2:E9
Hot Topics in Music: AI Music Trends, Sync Income Strategies, & Branding Tips for Indie Artists (part 1)

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Charles and Chase discuss various hot topics currently impacting the music industry. They touch on the importance of crafting one’s brand identity and avoiding songs that sound “too on the nose” when it comes to pitching for sync.

They also explore the trends and current uses of A.I. generated music and the challenges it presents in terms of copyright ownership and also the opportunity for artists to thrive while making authentic music.

They then discuss the role of publishing administration in helping indie artists collect all and any forms of streaming income generated from Syncs, Downloads, and Streaming income. They also discuss the challenges of promoting one’s music on the DSP’s and strategies for marketing songs to leverage sync placements and or editorials.

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🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

Music: "Flying Tigers" from Magic Tiger

Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment

This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2023

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S2: E8 Indie Singer-Songwriter Marelle: Journey, Inspirations, and Music Insights

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Charles interviews singer songwriter Marelle and producer Kevin Selmer. They chat about the influences and creative process behind Marelle’s new e.p as well as her live performances and her most recent video “Alone.” They also share their most current and favorite artists that they are listening to and the importance of building your community.

Takeaways:

🌟Marelle’s new EP, featuring songs influenced by artists like Mac Ayres, SZA, and Summer Walker, will be released on April 14th.

🌟Morrell and Kevin Selmer collaborated on the production of the EP, creating a seamless and enjoyable writing process.

🌟Morrell has performed live with a band and is planning a special release show for the EP.

🌟Kevin Selmer recommends checking out artist Charlie Powers for his unique alternative R&B and hyperpop sound.

🌟Building an email list is an important backup plan for connecting with fans if social media platforms were to disappear.

More about Marelle here: https://www.instagram.com/marellemusic/

More about Kevin Celmer here: https://www.instagram.com/celmermusic/

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🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment

This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2023

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S2:E7: Producer Dom Brady & Hip Hop Artist Nor Kin4Life

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ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

Charles interviews Hip Hop Artist and Emcee Nor Kin4Life and producer Dom Brady and some of their recent work together. They discuss Nor’s influences in hip hop, her collaboration with Dom Brady and their latest tracks including ‘Space Rocket Remix’ and the song ‘Renegade’. They also talk about the recording and production process and the ability to collaborate remotely.

Nor Kin4life and Dom Brady discuss the importance of the hook in a given song. They talk about how the first line of their song 'Cherry lipstick, expensive perfume’, became the hook and drew listeners in. They also discuss the influence of artists like Prince and Jay-Z on the song’s style and lyrics.

Dom Brady shares his experience as a producer and the need to push through when inspiration might be lacking. They also touch on the evolution of hip hop and its influences on other genres.

Chapters

0:00 Introductions and Background

1:45 Nor Kin4Life’s music and early beginnings

2:15 The Early Days of Hip Hop In Mt. Vernon New York

2:45 Old School Hip Hop and influences

3:38 Freestyle Ciphers

4:30 Nor Kin4Life’s rapping style

4:53 Nor Kin4Life’s approach to rapping and production

5:18 Dom Brady’s Production approach

6:14 The Space Rocket Remix: Showcasing Diversity of Hip Hop

6:55 Dom Brady and linking up with Nor Kin4Life

7:30 The Space Rocket cut and bringing on Nor Kin4Life

9:30 The Challenges & Rewards of Remote Music Production

11:35 Nor’s Multi-talented Facets as an artist

15:23 Future Collabs and Visual Projects

24:34 The Power of the Hook

26:32 Drawing in Listeners with the Beat

27:38 The influence of Prince and Jay-Z

30:24 The Enduring Appeal of “Renegade”

38:26 Influences on the Song’s Style + Lyrics

39:24 Consistency and Avoiding Comparison

41:48 The importance of Consistency

44:28 Pushing Through and Finding Inspiration

44:46 Embracing Failure and learning from your mistakes

More about NorKin4Life: @nor_kin4life

More about DomBrady: dom_brady1/

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🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment

#musiclicensing #musicindustry #synceducation #syncagent #indieartists

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