Best Music Sync Licensing Podcasts (2025)

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The Black Label Show - Episode 12: Kerry 32:55

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Kerry is a singer, producer, songwriter, and performer best known for her work with the indie pop band Bad Bad Hats. In this interview, she shares her musical origins, the journey to getting signed, and the story of meeting her bandmate and husband. She also offers insights into life on the road, navigating the ever-changing landscape of social med…

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How to Not Get SCREWED as a Songwriter #240 52:49

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Cabrea Casey is the Director of A&R and Sync at Downtown Music Publishing. She's helped countless songwriters, artists and producers get paid for their art. This is a crash course on how to not get SCREWED as a songwriter. We cover how to navigate conversations around song splits, the most underrated way to get invited to every studio session, publ…

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Timbaland Signs AI Artist - Is This The End of Human Musicians? #239 25:24

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Timbaland just signed an AI artist and the internet is PISSED... In this episode, we break down the facts on Timbo's new venture, explain both sides of the AI music argument, and share advice for HUMAN musicians to compete vs. AI artists. FREE ACCESS to "100 VIRAL CONTENT IDEAS FOR MUSICIANS": https://forms.gle/zGWuUrLA8mBfqz7F8 GET 30% OFF DISTROK…

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The Black Label Show - Episode 6: MAKR aka Mark McGee 19:15

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MAKR is a composer and producer currently residing in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In the interview he talks about his roots as a musician, his influences, and about accessibility in music.By Black Label Music

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The Black Label Show - Episode 4: Riya Kumar 27:26

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In this episode of The Black Label Show, we meet with composer, NYU student, and Black Label Intern, Riya Kumar. Riya talks about her life as a young composer and the trials and tribulations of studying composition in university.By Black Label Music

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The Black Label Show - Episode 7: Hank Donato 32:01

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In this episode of The Black Label Show, we hear from Hank Donato, a musician, producer, composer, and father from the Twin Cities. Check out his music on the Black Label Catalogue!By Black Label Music

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The Black Label Show - Episode 11: RZ Shahid 29:23

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In this episode of The Black Label Show, we sit down with RZ Shahid — multidisciplinary artist, entrepreneur, and certified yoga instructor — to dive into the intersection of music, business, wellness, and creative expression. From building a brand to finding balance through movement and mindfulness, RZ shares powerful insights on how art and physi…

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The Black Label Show - Episode 5: Casey Gorab 12:27

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In this episode of the Black Label Show, we hear from Casey Gorab. A film composer, former Black Label Intern, and student at NYU.By Black Label Music

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The Black Label Show - Episode 10: City Sanflora 41:50

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In this episode of The Black Label Show, we sit down with City Sanflora, a multifaceted artist and musician based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As a member of the genre-blending collective Blood $moke Body and through his solo work under the name City Sanflora, he brings a distinct and innovative voice to the local music scene. In addition to his musi…

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The Music Marketing Genius Behind 300M+ Streams ft. Andrew Southworth #238 1:24:36

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Andrew Southworth is a music marketing expert who has mastered the art of paid ads. His strategies have helped his clients get over 300M streams, sell out tours, sell out merch drops, etc. This episode is 86 minutes of free game from the undisputed king of ads for musicians. We touch on the best types of campaigns, how many streams $350 ad spend ca…

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Why Zach Bryan BLEW UP (Every Artist Can Do It) #237 21:59

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Zach Bryan is living proof that you don’t need a label, a gimmick, a fortune, or industry co-signs to build a career that actually matters. In this episode, we break down how a kid in the Navy started posting videos shot on a cracked iPhone and ended up redefining what success looks like in the music industry. No flashy rollouts. No big machine beh…

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He Builds Iconic Artist Brands w/ $0 Ad Spend ft. Nick "Ruff" Ruffalo #236 1:03:03

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Nick “Ruff” Ruffalo is the SVP of Digital Marketing at Big Loud (home to Morgan Wallen & more). He’s helped artists get over 200M views and 60M streams with $0 in paid ads. In this episode, we dive deep into how to build an iconic artist brand, what a successful content marketing funnel looks like, and case studies artists can learn from / apply to…

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EP. 112 Post-Production Secrets for Music Sync Success with Red Ray Garcia 59:20

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Dive into the world of music post-production and sync licensing in the Music Is My Business podcast! Host Clint chats with Ray from ReadWriteSound.com about his experiences on the post-production side, offering valuable insights for musicians and producers aiming for sync success. Learn about navigating the industry, understanding cues, and what ha…

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From Producing Legends to Building The Next Indie Empire ft. RushDee #235 1:27:30

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In this exclusive episode of the One More Time Podcast, we sit down with RushDee Williams, a multi-talented Grammy-nominated producer, executive, and founder of indie label BeGenius. From learning "150% work ethic" firsthand from Nipsey Hussle, to breaking down the real meaning of independence in today’s industry, Rush drops gems every aspiring art…

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EP. 111 Exclusive vs. Non-Exclusive Libraries: Where Should You Submit? 58:09

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In this episode of Music Is My Business, Clint celebrates recent sync licensing wins from the community, shares expert advice on pitching to music libraries, and breaks down key industry success strategies. He also covers topics like metadata, work-for-hire agreements, March Madness music opportunities, and EQ techniques for mixing. Whether you’re …

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8 Ads Hacks for Musicians to SUPERCHARGE Their Growth #234 32:36

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For this week's episode, we compiled 8 of our favorite moments from previous episodes (featuring expert music marketers) around running paid ads to grow your music career. Every clip we posted of these moments did NUMBERS on social media, so we wanted to unpack why they are so valuable, and why musicians should start using these methods IMMEDIATELY…

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EP. 110 Music Placement Made Simple How to Land Sync Deals for TV & Film 57:49

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In this Music Is My Business episode, Clint shares valuable insights on landing sync placements, pitching music to libraries, and dealing with rejection in the music industry. He also discusses work-for-hire agreements, organizing sessions for efficiency, and how to balance music production with life. Clint answers live audience questions on metada…

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He Blows Up Artists w/ YouTube Ads (Learn How) ft. Nard2hard of WAMM Promotions #233 1:17:18

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Nard is a YouTube ads expert and founder of the digital marketing agency WAMM Promotions. He's worked huge records like Morray's "Quicksand" (237M YouTube views) as well as helped indie artists gain thousands of subs for less than $300 ad spend. In this episode, he breaks down the different types of YouTube ads, how to target the right audience, wa…

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EP. 109 How to Pitch Music, Handle Rejection, and Succeed in TV & Film 1:00:04

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In this Music Is My Business episode, Clint dives into the world of sync licensing, sharing real success stories from the Sync Producer Hub community and practical tips on pitching music to libraries, handling rejection, and maximizing opportunities. He also covers essential topics like setting up work-for-hire agreements, organizing music sessions…

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EP. 108 Mastering Music for TV Essential Sync Licensing Tips for Producers 54:23

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In this Music Is My Business episode, Clint dives into the world of sync licensing, sharing real success stories from the Sync Producer Hub community and practical advice on mixing and mastering for TV and film. Clint discusses the controversial statements by Sono AI’s CEO about the challenges of making music, emphasizing the importance of doing th…

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Everything You Need to Know About Music Sync Licensing ft. xJ-Will #232 1:06:12

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xJ-Will is a sync licensing expert with over 2000 placements in movies, TV, commercials and more. He's helping musicians "make music for brands not fans". We cover everything you need to know about sync licensing: most common ways to get a placement, how much $$$ you can make, sync agents vs. libraries, biggest mistakes to avoid, & so much more. FR…

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EP. 107 Unlocking International Royalties: How to Get Paid for Your Music Worldwide 53:57

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107 Unlocking International Royalties: How to Get Paid for Your Music Worldwide In this Music Is My Business episode, Clint welcomes Jared Lozano, Director of International Royalties at SESAC, to break down how international royalties work for music producers and songwriters. They discuss the challenges of getting paid globally, metadata registrati…

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The Black Label Show - Episode 8: MAKR AN ERIS 24:48

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MAKR and Sophia Eris talk about their experiences navigating the music industry through their individual projects of the past and now through their duo project, MAKR AN ERIS. Releasing their project 'ME 2' on the Black Label Catalog, MAKR AN ERIS discuss their intuitive and natural creative process.By Black Label Music

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The Black Label Show - Episode 9: iLLism 46:13

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The Doechii Playbook: From Chipotle to Winning a GRAMMY #231 22:39

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Doechii has been on a monumental run. It's super inspiring to watch her almost 10yr journey from working at Chipotle to winning the GRAMMY for Best Rap Album of 2024. In this episode, we unpack everything artists of all sizes, across all genres can learn from her rise to superstardom. Take a page out of the Doechii Playbook to take your career to t…

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EP. 106 How to Get TV Placements & Make Money with Your Music 1:00:53

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In this Music Is My Business episode, Clint shares valuable insights on how producers can land TV placements and monetize their music through sync licensing. He breaks down industry terms, the importance of metadata, and how to pitch your music effectively. Clint also discusses DAWs, and royalty collection, and answers live questions on gear, music…

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How Music Producers Get Paid + Finding $1M in Missing Royalties ft. Daniel Cruz #230 1:14:40

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Daniel Cruz is the CEO of Producer Royalty aka the "Placement Debt Collector" They collected over $1M in producer royalties their clients had no idea they were owed. He breaks down what to do if your beat gets stolen, how much to charge for a beat, every royalty a producer should be collecting, advice for producers who want to get paid faster and m…

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EP. 105 Warner Chappell & Lander’s Sample Controversy What It Means for Sync Licensing 58:09

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105 Warner Chappell & Lander’s Sample Controversy: What It Means for Sync Licensing In this episode of Music Is My Business, Clint dives into the surprising move by Warner Chappell Production Music to launch a sample label on Lander, raising big questions for sync licensing producers. He unpacks the potential benefits and risks of using these sampl…

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Drea Jackson: Exec Reveals How to DOMINATE on SoundCloud (INSIDER TIPS) #229 48:17

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Drea Jackson is the Senior Manager of Artist and Label Relations at SoundCloud. The "SoundCloud Era" is a thing of the past but the platform is still a MUST for all emerging (and established) artists trying to grow. We got ALL the game out of Drea. She shared the entire blueprint for success on SoundCloud, key differentiators for SoundCloud vs. tra…

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Rick Barker: Music Industry Veteran & Taylor Swift's First Manager #228 1:34:47

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WANNA WORK WITH RICK? CLICK HERE 👉 https://bit.ly/4axsGJH Rick Barker is a renowned music industry expert, best known as Taylor Swift's first manager and a pioneer in modern artist development. With over 30 years in music operating at the highest level, he is OVERFLOWING with knowledge that musicians at any level can use to further their careers. W…

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FKi 1st: Helping Post Malone & Travis Scott Become Superstars #227 1:00:36

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FKi 1st is a diamond-selling producer. His work on Post Malone's "White Iverson" and Travis Scott's "Drugs You Should Try It"/"Sloppy Toppy" helped launch their careers into superstardom. We dive into untold Post Malone stories, what all superstar artists have in common, working with EDM legends like Diplo and Skrillex, 3 immediate signs of a weak …

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EP. 104 From Rejections to Placements: How to Succeed in the Sync Licensing Industry 57:22

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EP. 104 From Rejections to Placements: How to Succeed in the Sync Licensing Industry In this Music Is My Business episode, Clint shares essential strategies for sync licensing success, celebrates community achievements, and dives into music production tools. He discusses DAW updates for Logic Pro, navigating rejections, the importance of metadata, …

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Curtiss King: Why The King of DIY Took His Music Off Streaming Platforms #226 1:21:07

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Curtiss King is the certified KING of the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) musician community. He touches every aspect of the creative process and handles all of his own business. In this episode, we dive into WHY he chooses the DIY lifestyle, the systems and tools uses to make it work, taking his music off streaming platforms to go direct to consumer, and so …

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The Mental Game Of Mixing 29:49

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In the latest episode of The Sync Lab, Award winning producer Gary Gray discusses what he calls "The Mental Game Of Mixing". To attend the free webinar with Gary Gray called "The Mental Game Of Mixing" on Saturday, 12.14 at 10 AM Pacific, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1417337065654/WN_LDaN3h8hTwaI4QuLAiuMIg Visit The Sync …

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PromoGod: Music Marketing SECRETS from Helping 20,000+ Artists Win #225 1:03:15

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PromoGod is a music marketing expert who's helped over 20,000 artists. His social media is full of free game and inspiration for musicians trying to build and monetize a fanbase. In this episode, we dive into ALL things music marketing: branding, content creation, paid ads, audience engagement, and everything in between. FREE ACCESS to "100 VIRAL C…

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EP. 103 How to Create Placement-Ready Tracks for Sync Licensing Success 49:56

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In this "Music Is My Business" episode, Clint shares actionable insights into sync licensing, from creating placement-ready music to negotiating deals with publishers. He highlights community success stories, discusses royalty-free samples, and explores how to analyze the music market to identify trends. Clint also answers live audience questions a…

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Creating an Unforgettable Artist Brand ft. The Bashmen (Jidenna & Swanky) #224 1:05:29

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One thing all successful artists have in common is a strong brand. The music has to be good but the brand is what makes people die hard fans. Clothes, hair, colors, fonts, storyline, lingo.. it all matters more than most think! In this episode, Jidenna and Swanky break down the exact approach to launching their new artist/producer duo brand "The Ba…

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32. Hobbies: Enhancing Creativity and Well-Being for Musicians 8:14

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Send us a text The Power of Hobbies: Enhancing Creativity and Well-Being for Musicians In this episode of The Music Executive Podcast, host Cinnamon Denise discusses the challenges of small talk and how delving into non-music related hobbies transformed her music career. By engaging in jewelry making, exploring the world of tea, and embracing fitne…

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A Tribute To Quincy Jones 54:39

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In the latest episode of The Sync Lab, Aaron Davison and Gary Gray pay homage to the late Quincy Jones. Gary was friends with Quincy and in this episode, Gary shares several personal stories about Quincy as they discuss Quincy's legacy and the mark he made on the music industry. Don't miss this special tribute to a true music industry icon.…

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How to Get Your Music on Playlists ft. Groover Co-Founder #223 1:08:02

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Dorian Perron is the co-founder of Groover: a platform that connects artists looking to promote their music with playlist curators in need of new tracks. In this episode, we talk about the playlisting industry's biggest scams, REALISTIC results artists can expect from playlisting, when an artist should start running their first campaign, and much m…

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EP. 102 Building a Sync Licensing Income: The Producer's Blueprint 58:31

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In this episode of "Music Is My Business," Clint shares powerful insights into sync licensing for TV and film, with a focus on how producers can succeed in this lucrative field. Featuring real community wins and practical advice, Clint dives into strategies for landing placements, structuring deals, and maximizing royalties. He also discusses metad…

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31. Rehearsal Success: Building Trust and Efficiency 10:40

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Send us a text Maximizing My Rehearsal Efficiency: 5 Essential Steps In this episode of the Music Executive Podcast, I delve into the importance of rehearsals and share five crucial steps that have significantly improved my own rehearsal experiences. I emphasize the necessity of: creating a detailed agenda being prompt adding fun following up with …

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EP. 101 From Pitch to Placement: Insider Tips for Six-Figure Sync Deals 1:01:07

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101 From Pitch to Placement: Insider Tips for Six-Figure Sync Deals In this episode of the "Music Is My Business" podcast, Clint dives into strategies for succeeding in the sync licensing world, featuring community wins and detailed advice on everything from pitching to mixing tracks. Clint discusses the importance of organization, protecting your …

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Audiomack Co-Founder Shares Priceless Insider Info for Artists ft. Brian “Z” Zisook #222 1:06:46

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Brian "Z" Zisook is the co-founder of the streaming platform Audiomack. He has been a voice for artist education and empowerment for over 2 decades in the music business. On this episode, Z gives artists game-changing advice that is guaranteed to help you take your career to the next level. We covered everything from why Fridays are the worst day t…

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EP 100 Achieving Success in Sync Licensing 48:21

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In Episode 100 of "Music Is My Business," host Clint celebrates community achievements, offers essential sync licensing strategies, and answers listener questions. This episode dives into building long-term success in music sync, using metadata and copyright to protect work, and navigating exclusive and non-exclusive licensing. Clint also discusses…

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Ray Daniels: 91 Minutes of Tough Love for Artists #221 1:31:26

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WANNA WORK WITH RAY? CLICK HERE 👉 https://bit.ly/4axsGJH Ray Daniels is the most viral music executive in the business. During his time at major labels and managing GRAMMY winning songwriter Theron Thomas, he's helped bring some of our generation's biggest hits to life. In pure Ray fashion, on today's episode he shares harsh truths most artists are…

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30. Moodboard Music Production 11:15

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Send us a text On today's episode, I share how we can use moodboards to create music and ultimately, use this process to be more decisive in the creation process. Support the show Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/cinnamondenise Bandcamp: https://cinnamontal.bandcamp.com/ Instagram: @cinnamontal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_cinnamontal …

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EP. 99 Master Sync Licensing for TV and Film 1:00:22

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In this episode of the "Music Is My Business" podcast, Clint shares essential strategies for landing music placements in TV and film through sync licensing. Clint discusses copyright practices, tips for metadata management, the impact of effective pitching, and best practices for building relationships with music supervisors and libraries. Tune in …

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Crash Course on Artificial Intelligence in Music w/ AI Music Tech CEO #220 1:01:46

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Artificial Intelligence is taking music (and every other industry) by storm. We sat down with the CEO of Lemonaide, an AI music startup, to give us a crash course on the topic. He talks about the early days of AI in music, where it's at today, how the music community feels, new revenue streams for musicians, ways it can revolutionize the creative p…

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29. Improve Efficiently 14:27

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Send us a text On today's episode, I share how I strategically and efficiently improved at things that had been holding me back. Support the show Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/cinnamondenise Bandcamp: https://cinnamontal.bandcamp.com/ Instagram: @cinnamontal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_cinnamontal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com…