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 COVIDOnline streaming Virtual ticketingFan engagementPartnering and forming local alliancesReinventing yourself during these timesBefore you connect with Jack or Bicoastal, please ensure that you are patient, respectul, and are coming to the table having done your homework (as described in EP61):www.bicoastalproductions.com (learn more about Bicoastal Productions)talent@bicoastalproductions.com (for artist submissions)jack@bicoastalproductions.com (for general inquiries and ideas)Hear all episodes: https://successwithmusic.com/episodes/

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Interview: Jack Forman - Live Concerts During COVID-19

Episode 60: How To Connect Song SectionsHave 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 sectionCrescendo into the next part of the song Use a blending sound effectPercussion can be the difference-makerPause/rest for effectCombine strategiesHear all episodes: https://successwithmusic.com/episodes/

How To Connect Song Sections

Episode 59: Thicc Bass—How to Improve Your Low-End SoundMost 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://successwithmusic.com/episodes/ep:59-|-thicc-bass—how-to-improve-your-low-end-sound/Today's tips:○ Kick and Bass... unite!○ 20Hz Issues○ Reduction over gaining○ Boost in baby-steps○ Spectrum Analyzer○ Reference track○ Mono is the key○ Using buses○ Plugins are not magic○ Bass in anyplace? Probably not. Hear all episodes: https://successwithmusic.com/episodes/

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

Episode 58: “Soundproofing” Your StudioWorking 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/

"Soundproofing" Your Studio

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 answerHear your song less?Chasing new ideas is a mistakeThe exercise of songwritingTrend-chasing is a killerDealing with fearHear all episodes: https://successwithmusic.com/episodes/

Just Finish Your Songs!

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 analysisHear all episodes: https://successwithmusic.com/episodes/

How To Widen Your Mix

On this episode, we speak with pop artist, Judah HolidayEpisode 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.comhttp://instagram.com/judahholidayhttps://twitter.com/JudahHolidayhttp://www.facebook.com/judahholidayhttps://www.youtube.com/judahholidayhttp://soundcloud.com/judahholiday

Judah Holiday: Guest Artist Interview

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* Good v. Bad* Is there any truth to this?

Negative Music Reviews: What To Do About Them

Today we interview, special music guest, Theo NtLinks for Theo Nt:Listen to the full album on Spotify or YouTube.Social Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theontmusicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theontartistTwitter: https://twitter.com/Theo_NtWebsite: https://www.theont.com

Discussing the Creative Process with Music Guest, Theo Nt

Today we get into ways to break out of a creative plateauSummary of today's ideas:1. Listen to music you hate? Maybe...2. Change the order of your creative process3. Learn a new motif, scale, mode, or chord4. Learn your 'lesson'Today's show is brought to you by the SWM Master Melody Course (online audio learning): https://successwithmusic.com/master-melody-course-options/

Stuck... Creatively?

Today we get into: writing and producing music at a much faster paceSummary of today's ideas:Use a song templateType your thoughts—not lyricsKeep your recorder nearbyDon’t do everything at onceArtificial deadlines are awesomeKeep all lyricsStop looking for the perfect snareStop mixing it upDon't edit nowMake a template'Save your project as…'Don't overthink itTime yourselfSoftware updates can waitNo tutorials... really?

Writing and Producing Songs Faster

Today we get into: Studio Monitor Basics1. What to do if you DON'T have monitors2. What to be thinking when purchasing monitors3. Once you have your speakers, what should you know?

Studio Monitors 101

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: https://successwithmusic.com)3. Use compression on your entire mix (hear episode 44 and episode 45 for help)4. Take it to the limit with a brickwall limiter (see EP:49 illustration: https://successwithmusic.com)Bonus Tips: Multiband compression and multiband limiters

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

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 selection2. Sidechain compression3. Using pitch to increase the perception of loudness

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

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!

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

Musicians: Singers, Songwriters, Beat Makers, Producers, and Music Students—learn what it takes to go further in your music career.This informative series features the insight of Walter and featured music industry guests—covering topics related to: Home Studio Advice, Performance, Getting a Recording Deal, Ways to Create Better Music, Selling Songs Online, Music Theory, Marketing Your Band, Trends in the Industry, Equipment, Recording Techniques, and more.

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