Best Walter R Dailey Podcasts (2025)

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Insight from Entertainment Attorney, Kamal Moo - Part 2 26:51

4+ y ago26:51

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Episode 66: Insight from Entertainment Attorney, Kamal Moo (part 2) Los Angeles-based entertainment attorney Kamal Moo has just written The Straightforward Guide to the Music Biz, a guide that’s free of jargon, easy to understand, and above all else, helpful to any aspiring musician…as well as to some veterans. Moo has first-hand experience that wi…

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Insight from Entertainment Attorney, Kamal Moo - Part 1 31:45

4+ y ago31:45

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Episode 65: Insight from Entertainment Attorney, Kamal Moo Los Angeles-based entertainment attorney Kamal Moo has just written The Straightforward Guide to the Music Biz, a guide that’s free of jargon, easy to understand, and above all else, helpful to any aspiring musician…as well as to some veterans. Moo has first-hand experience that will give y…

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Music Myths: How To Avoid Wasting Time 23:33

4+ y ago23:33

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Episode 64: Music Myths - How To Avoid Wasting Time As a musician, you already have enough to deal with. Be far more effective by avoiding time-wasting-myths. Today's tips (myths): 1. The Mirage Mindset 2. The Well-Meaning Musician 3. No Practice, No Problem? 4. Achieving Your Own Sound Is Impossible 5. No One Can Touch the Greats Hear all episodes…

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Interview: Sean Giovanni - Growing Your Music Career (Part 2) 37:01

4+ y ago37:01

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Episode 63: Interview: Sean Giovanni - Growing Your Music Career (Part 2) Today we conclude our 2-part interview with The Record Shop's Sean Giovanni. Sean Giovanni is the Producer, Engineer and Owner for Middle Tennessee’s own, The Record Shop (therecordshopnashville.com). A frequent NAMM show panelist, speaker at Belmont, MTSU, SAE, The Recording…

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Interview: Sean Giovanni - Growing Your Music Career (Part 1) 26:54

4+ y ago26:54

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Episode 62: Interview: Sean Giovanni - Growing Your Music Career (Part 1) Sean Giovanni is the Producer, Engineer and Owner for Middle Tennessee’s own, The Record Shop (therecordshopnashville.com). A frequent NAMM show panelist, speaker at Belmont, MTSU, SAE, The Recording Academy, and countless community groups, Sean Giovanni is passionate about h…

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Interview: Jack Forman - Live Concerts During COVID-19 39:15

5y ago39:15

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COVID-19 has destroyed live shows, tours, and concerts. However, Jack Forman, from Bicoastal Productions believes that your music career can thrive in this new-normal. Today's tips: Surviving and thriving during COVID Online streaming Virtual ticketing Fan engagement Partnering and forming local alliances Reinventing yourself during these times Bef…

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How To Connect Song Sections 25:41

5y ago25:41

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Episode 60: How To Connect Song Sections Have you ever felt that your verses, choruses (hooks), bridges, and/or intros did not fit together well? Do you feel your song is just a mixture of odd pieces? This episode offers some very simple tips and trip for making seamless transitions between song sections. Today's tips: Crash-in new section Crescend…

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Thicc Bass: How To Improve the Low-End in your Tracks 27:16

5y ago27:16

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Episode 59: Thicc Bass—How to Improve Your Low-End Sound Most modern music demands a full, low and deep thump. As a music creator, you may have been seeking this mythical sound. On today's episode, we'll dive into what it takes to achieve a powerful bottom-end... thicc bass!: For illustrations, see this episode's show-notes page: https://successwit…

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"Soundproofing" Your Studio 28:52

5y ago28:52

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Episode 58: “Soundproofing” Your Studio Working is a quiet, sirene place is every music creator’s dream. On this episode, we offer a lot of ideas on how to get this done—from low/no cost to effective professional sound solutions. See show notes here: https://successwithmusic.com/episodes/ep58-soundproofing-your-studio/…

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Just Finish Your Songs! 19:03

5+ y ago19:03

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This is Episode 57: Just Finish Your Songs! Many music creators suffer from having a huge number on incomplete tracks and songs. One today's episode, we'll uncover some ideas that'll help you make progress: New gear is not the answer Hear your song less? Chasing new ideas is a mistake The exercise of songwriting Trend-chasing is a killer Dealing wi…

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How To Widen Your Mix 26:05

5+ y ago26:05

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This is Episode 56: How To Widen Your Mix. If your looking to produce and record a more big, wide, immersive sound, listen for the following tips on today's show: • Reference everything • LCR panning for life • Plugins • Mid/Side Processing • Individual sound treatment • Be dynamic • Stereo analysis Hear all episodes: https://successwithmusic.com/e…

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Judah Holiday: Guest Artist Interview 35:15

5+ y ago35:15

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On this episode, we speak with pop artist, Judah Holiday Episode 55: Learn how Judah turned a major life-struggle into music success. He also shares how to gain more followers, where he finds ideas for songwriting, and how to stand out in an ever-crowded music industry. Follow Judah Holiday: judahholiday.com http://instagram.com/judahholiday https:…

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Negative Music Reviews: What To Do About Them 22:32

6y ago22:32

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On this episode, we discuss how to deal with negative reviews about your music (the nonviolent way): As musicians and creators, you will eventually have someone tear your work apart. Learn how I dealt with a recent online troll. Todays Tips: *Escape your emotions * Other musicians will always give tough reviews * Don’t retaliate—thank your haters *…

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Discussing the Creative Process with Music Guest, Theo Nt 22:56

6y ago22:56

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Today we interview, special music guest, Theo Nt Links for Theo Nt: Listen to the full album on Spotify or YouTube. Social Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theontmusic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theontartist Twitter: https://twitter.com/Theo_Nt Website: https://www.theont.comBy Walter R. Dailey

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Stuck... Creatively? 23:22

6y ago23:22

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Today we get into ways to break out of a creative plateau Summary of today's ideas: 1. Listen to music you hate? Maybe... 2. Change the order of your creative process 3. Learn a new motif, scale, mode, or chord 4. Learn your 'lesson' Today's show is brought to you by the SWM Master Melody Course (online audio learning): https://successwithmusic.com…

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Writing and Producing Songs Faster 29:17

6y ago29:17

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Today we get into: writing and producing music at a much faster pace Summary of today's ideas: Use a song template Type your thoughts—not lyrics Keep your recorder nearby Don’t do everything at once Artificial deadlines are awesome Keep all lyrics Stop looking for the perfect snare Stop mixing it up Don't edit now Make a template 'Save your project…

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Studio Monitors 101 19:43

6y ago19:43

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Today we get into: Studio Monitor Basics 1. What to do if you DON'T have monitors 2. What to be thinking when purchasing monitors 3. Once you have your speakers, what should you know?By Walter R. Dailey

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EP:49 | How To Make Your Music Louder (Part 3) 18:36

6y ago18:36

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This is Part-3 in our Making Your Tracks Louder Series! This is the third and final episode in this multi-part series that deals with making your songs/tracks louder: Today we get into: 1. Cutting out wasted audio energy (see EP:49 illustration: https://successwithmusic.com) 2. Getting a visual on your sound/track file (see EP:49 illustration: http…

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EP:48 | How To Make Your Music Louder (Part 2) 31:46

6y ago31:46

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This is Part-2 in our Making Your Tracks Louder Series! Today’s episode is the second installment in a multi-part series that deals with making your songs/tracks louder: Today we get into: 1. Premier instrument/sound selection 2. Sidechain compression 3. Using pitch to increase the perception of loudness…

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EP:47 | How To Make Your Music Louder (Part 1) 30:17

6+ y ago30:17

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Today’s episode is the first in a multi-part series that deals with making your songs/tracks louder: If you're thinking, "just turn up the volume", you'll soon discover, that's not enough. We have 11 ideas to help you achieve a commercial sound. Listen to the first 3 on making your music bigger, fuller, and LOUDER now!…

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EP:46 | Getting More Exposure for your Songs — Guest: Dave Esposito from SongBro 16:29

6+ y ago16:29

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Today’s episode features guest, Dave Esposito from SongBro We're answering questions about: 1. The secrets to making a great song 2. How to deal with writer's block 3. I've created a hit song; now what? 4. Music promotion wisdom Follow Dave and SongBro on all major platforms: @mysongbroBy Walter R. Dailey

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EP:45 | Using Compression in your Music Recordings (Part 2) 22:10

6+ y ago22:10

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Today’s episode is the second in a two-part series on compression. Today we cover the following: 1. Final thoughts on Ratio 2. Using Attack 3. Understanding Release 4. How Gain/Makeup Gain works Hear all episodes: https://successwithmusic.com/episodesBy Walter R. Dailey

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EP:44 | Using Compression in your Music Recordings (Part 1) 21:44

6+ y ago21:44

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How to use Compression/Compressors (Part 1) Today’s episode is the first in a two-part series on compression. Today we cover the following: 1. What is it? 2. Why use compression? 3. Overview of 5 core settings 4. Threshold and RatiosBy Walter R. Dailey

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EP:43 | Music Production Tips (Part 4) 28:56

6+ y ago28:56

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Music Production Tips (Part 4) Today’s episode goes into 3 of my ways for composing and producing music tracks. Music Production Tips 1. Whack 'em with the snare drum! 2. LCR Panning 3. Using Volume Visit our new site: https://successwithmusic.com Learn how to enroll in SWM Class—music production courses from Success With Music…

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EP:42 | Music Production Tips (Part 3) 31:17

6+ y ago31:17

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Music Production Tips (Part 3) Today’s episode offers 3 of my techniques for composing and producing music tracks. Music Production Tips 1. Using intervals to fill space 2. Changing up melody sounds 3. Dry vs. wet sounds Visit our new site: https://successwithmusic.com Learn how to enroll in SWM Class—music production courses from Success With Musi…

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EP:41 | Music Production Tips (Part 2) 24:44

7y ago24:44

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Music Production Tips (Part 2) Today’s episode offers 3 of my techniques for composing and producing music tracks. Music Production Tips 1. Strengthening your melody 2. Using rhythm to accentuate the melody 3. Connecting music sections better with transition sounds Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/ JingleMoney is a book des…

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EP:40 | Music Production Tips (Part 1) 29:09

7y ago29:09

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Today’s episode offers 3 of my techniques for composing and producing music tracks. Music Production Tips—Part 1 1. It’s okay to be off beat 2. Using envelopes 3. ARP: your rhythm secret weapon Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/ JingleMoney is a book designed to reveal how musicians can make thousands of dollars writing musi…

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EP:39 | Get a Music Checkup (no coughing required) 18:32

7y ago18:32

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Today’s episode offers a pain-free way to check up on your music skills—no copays or insurance needed! Your Music Diagnosis 1. Tighten up your rhythm skills 2. Vocalists, avoid being sharp or flat 3. Make this checkup fast Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/ JingleMoney is a book designed to reveal how musicians can make thou…

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EP:38 | Home Recording Hacks 20:05

7y ago20:05

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Today’s episode is dedicated to those who are newer to home studio recording. Tips to break repetition 1. No vocal booth? No problem! 2. Get some free software 3. Become a mix-master Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/ JingleMoney is a book designed to reveal how musicians can make thousands of dollars writing music for comme…

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EP:37 | No Looping: Musicians, Do Something New 17:52

7y ago17:52

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Today’s episode is not about bashing loops; it’s all about ending behaviors that hurt musical creativity and productivity Tips to break repetition 1. Get new marketing tools 2. Divorce your DAW and other equipment 3. Get over yourself and grow musically (I learned the hard way) Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com JingleMoney i…

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EP:36 | Ready Music Player One: Musician Cheat Codes 14:35

7y ago14:35

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Ready Music Player One: Musician Cheat Codes Today’s episode has some gaming references, but it’s really all about music tips for getting better really fast. Tips for Leveling Up Your Music Game 1. Join the Group 2. Go Deep… Really Deep 3. Stop Camping? No. Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/ JingleMoney is a book designed to…

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EP:35 | Guest: Andy Hill — Scoring the Screen — Making Music for Movies and Film 41:42

7y ago41:42

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Do you have what it takes to compose music for films such as How to Train Your Dragon, Dunkirk, Inception, and other blockbusters? Dive deep into the music of movie composition with Andrew (Andy) Hill, author of Scoring the Screen. Andy has been a film music executive, a music supervisor/producer, and in more recent times, an educator, graduate pro…

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EP:34 | DAW, Definitely Dead 18:47

7y ago18:47

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This episode deals with my dying Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) and how to find a new one. Show Outline 1. Is Gibson Dead 2. My DAW Died 3. 5 Tips For Buying a DAW Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/ JingleMoney is a book designed to reveal how musicians can make thousands of dollars writing music for commercials Hear all ep…

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EP:33 | Making Even More Money with Music 25:46

7y ago25:46

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This episode deals with 4 ways to maximize your earning potential with music. Show Outline 1. Music Trivia 2. Four Ways to Earn Even More Money with Music 3. Secret Tip To Make Clients Fall In Love with Your Tracks Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/ JingleMoney is a book designed to reveal how musicians can make thousands of…

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EP:32 | Bobby Borg: Music Marketing for the DIY Musician 44:01

7+ y ago44:01

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This episode features special guest Bobby Borg, author of Music Marketing for the DIY Musician Show Outline 1. Bitcoin and Music? 2. Interview with Bobby Borg See more from Bobby Borg here: www.bobbyborg.com www.youtube.com/user/bobbyborg https://www.facebook.com/BOBBYBORGCONSULTING https://twitter.com/BobbyBorg…

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EP:31 | Hating Ur Own Music 26:28

7+ y ago26:28

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This episode deals with the reality of not really feeling confident as a musician and what you can do about it. Show Outline: 1. Hear what I learned about music when traveling overseas 2. Fighting the you-suck voices in your head 3. Owning your musicality Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com JingleMoney is a book designed to re…

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EP:30 | Musicians: New Year... New Mindset? 16:28

7+ y ago16:28

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This episode talks about setting music goals for the new year Show Outline: 1. Recording overseas 2. Have big goals (but not too big) 3. Establish daily/weekly tasks 4. Verify whether your incremental choices make sense Be sure to share and subscribe: http://successwithmusic.comBy Walter R. Dailey

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EP:29 | Time Travel & Four Music Pitfalls 23:14

7+ y ago23:14

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This episode travels through time to uncover four music career pitfalls to avoid Show Outline 1. Stopping vs. starting 2. Music plateau 3. Being a creative idiot 4. What now? Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/ JingleMoney is a book designed to reveal how musicians can make thousands of dollars writing music for commercials H…

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EP:28 | The Musician Who Called Me (And What I Told Him) 33:15

7+ y ago33:15

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This episode reveals the four keys I shared with a musician this week Show Outline 1. Streaming is getting bigger 2. Hear four major things I told an aspiring musician this week Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/ JingleMoney is a book designed to reveal how musicians can make thousands of dollars writing music for commercial…

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EP:27 | Your Mom Called Me About Your Music 30:25

7+ y ago30:25

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Today’s episode details a call I got from the mom of a struggling musician Show Outline 1. Our talk about where to find music jobs and how to gain industry experience 2. Where you can network with media professionals 3 How musicians can be entrepreneurs 4. We talked about the non-stop hustle Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com…

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EP:26 | Managing Your Band | Guests: Dr. Stephen Marcone and David Philp 39:41

7+ y ago39:41

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This episode features insight and knowledge from true music industry experts. This episode dives deep into the world of the the music business: band/artist management, promotion, and a lot more! Buy “Managing Your Band – 6th Edition “ https://www.backwingstore.com/products/managing-your-band-6th-edition-artist-management-the-ultimate-responsibility…

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EP:25 | Four Ways to Make Money with Music 25:17

7+ y ago25:17

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This episode offers four practical ways the average musician can earn some extra cash Show Outline 1. Guest artist feature: Hannah Ledwidge Music Composer from Adlib Music Check her out here: https://www.instagram.com/hannahledwidge/ http://www.adlib-music.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AdlibMusicFree 2. Nonconventional ways to earn money… maybe 3 L…

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EP:24 | Writing a Hit Song? 29:05

7+ y ago29:05

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This episode offers some insight tips on songwriting 1. Famous Songwriter Quiz 2. Songwriting: The perfect length, naming a track, creating the perfect melody 3. Today’s tip: send in your questions about touring, live performances, and band management to [email protected] Today’s sponsor: JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/ JingleMoney…

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EP:23 | Music Theory (Sharps, Flats, and Naturals) 22:23

7+ y ago22:23

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This episode helps music theory beginners with sharps, flats and naturals 1. Famous Musician Birthday Challenge? 2. Music Theory: Understanding sharps, flats, and naturals 3 Today’s tip: 12-tone review, half-steps, sharps, flats, naturals, and exceptions to the rule Read sample pages of our episode sponsor, JingleMoney here: http://jinglemoney.com/…

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EP:22 | Music Theory (Formula for all Major Scales) 25:05

7+ y ago25:05

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How to figure out all Major Scales 1. Legit music facts? 2. Music Theory: How to play any major scale 3 Today’s tip: 12-tone review, half-steps, whole-steps, major scale formulaBy Walter R. Dailey

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EP:20 | Music Theory (Introduction) 16:04

7+ y ago16:04

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Who cares about music theory? 1. AI Beat Maker 2. Music Theory: Introduction 3 Today’s tip: Make learning theory easierBy Walter R. Dailey

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EP:19 | Music Marketing (Facebook Sponsored Ads) - Part 6 38:58

7+ y ago38:58

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Marketing Your Music: Setting Up Facebook Sponsored Ads 1. Famous Musician Birthday Age Challenge!!! 2. Marketing Your Music: Sponsored Ads on Facebook 3 Today’s tip: How to set up paid ads on Facebook Segment Break Music By: Izzy DaileyBy Walter R. Dailey

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EP:18 | Music Marketing (Facebook) - Part 5 30:37

7+ y ago30:37

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Marketing Your Music: Facebook Advertising 1. Music and Audio Tech Weapons? 2. Marketing Your Music: Facebook Advertising 3 Today’s tip: Three tips for setting up your Facebook band pageBy Walter R. Dailey

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EP:17 | Music Marketing (Social Media) - Part 4 23:07

7+ y ago23:07

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Marketing Your Music: Part 4 (social media) 1. Did your eclipse come with a playlist? 2. Marketing Your Music: Part 4 (social media) 3. Today’s tip: Three tips for social mediaBy Walter R. Dailey

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EP:16 | Music Marketing (Your Audience) - Part 3 26:31

7+ y ago26:31

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Marketing Your Music: Part 3 (reaching a crowd) 1. Mysteries in Life 2. Marketing Your Music: Part 3 (reaching a crowd) 3. Today’s tip: How to effectively connect with an audienceBy Walter R. Dailey

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