Key Conversations

Hunter Scott of Lafamos PR, continues to talk about all things PR and Marketing in a laser concise way!   Links Mentioned: LaFamos MX4 MX4 Participants Interviewing Hunter: Gari Garrett Danny Schmitz Paul SurowiecSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

Hunter Scott runs Lafamos PR, a publicity and social media management firm in Hollywood, CA. Hunter works with a full range of artists, helping them get noticed in press and build their brand on social media. He shares his thoughts on connecting your goals to a PR campaign, how to utilize your story, navigating PR with a band, and how to stand out from the crowd.   Links Mentioned: LaFamos MX4 MX4 Participants Interviewing Hunter: Gari Garrett Danny Schmitz Paul SurowiecSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

Erin Dillon, Director of Creative Services at songtradr, talks about pricing your tracks, how to really reach out to music supervisors (what do they REALLY need to hear?) and so much more!   Links Mentioned: www.songtradr.com MX4 MX4 Participants Interviewing Erin: Gari Garrett Danny Schmitz Paul SurowiecSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

Erin Dillon, Director of Creative Services at songtradr, shares her story of going from music supervision to digital licensing guru.    Links Mentioned: www.songtradr.com MX4 MX4 Participants Interviewing Erin: Gari Garrett Danny Schmitz Paul SurowiecSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

The information and insight continues as we continue this conversation with Chandler Coyle. In this second half, Coyle delves into public relations and marketing for musicians, the truth about high quality media, and plenty more. Be sure to pick up where you left off in the first half of this broadcast and witness the what can be done by a fan of all things music.   MX4 Participants Interviewing Chandler: Gari Garrett Danny Schmitz Paul SurowiecSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

We are excited to bring you a conversation with a unique music professional. Chandler Coyle, aside from being co-founder of Music Geek Services and a professor at Berklee College of Music, is a professional music fan. That’s right. Not only is Coyle a fan, but he makes it his profession to network, connect, and market for quite a number of musicians. With his expert repertoire of all things music, his business mind, and his professionalism in the industry, this a Key Conversation you are going to love. Get ready for a wealth of experience and musical knowledge with Chandler Coyle!   MX4 Participants Interviewing Chandler: Gary Danny Schmitz Paul SurowiecSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

In the continuation of our conversation with Tracy, we delve into topics like co writing freedoms, the direct benefits of working with CD Baby, and claiming one’s rights to their music even when being used abroad. Immediately after, a very informative lightning round follows covering hot topics including the relevance of YouTube for the indie business, standing out as an independent artist, and many other tips and tricks that could become vital for many start-up musicians. If you like what you’re hearing, make sure to tune into this second installment of our conversation with the CEO of CD Baby, Tracy Maddox. MX4 Participants Interviewing Tracy: Issac Loya Lou Soileau  Ken Holt  Carolyn Ota  Zak Sloan Links Mentioned: www.CDBaby.comSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

With the honor of having Tracy Maddux, CEO of CD Baby, on the show comes many tips you do not want to miss! Tracy tells the story of how he attained the prestigious position at the one of top online independent music stores. He offers insight into details about music business, streaming, and much more. Be sure to come back for the second installment to hear more questions and the informative lightning round that sums it all up! MX4 Participants Interviewing Tracy: Issac Loya Lou Soileau  Ken Holt  Carolyn Ota  Zak Sloan Links Mentioned: www.CDBaby.comSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

This second half of our Key Conversation with Jamie picks up at some of the last questions and really dives into a heartfelt conversation between Cheryl and Jamie. We get to see a rich exchange of experiences from two professionals in the field that span from intricacies in the music industry and how it's evolving all the way to politics and economics. Definitely a great ending to a great installment of Key Conversations. MX4 Participants Interviewing Jamie: Issac Loya Lou Soileau Ken Holt Carolyn Ota Zak Sloan Links Mentioned: Jamie Kent website Jamie on Instagram Jamie on FacebookSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

Jamie Kent is a man you want to listen to. He has had a wildly successful career so far and is continuing to generate more momentum as he pursues his goals. From Billboard Top 20 Country, Rolling Stone Top 25, to working closely with Huey Lewis, Jamie has had a very successful career so far. In this first half of the two part conversation, Jamie dives into his career thus far, his inspiration, his creating “The Collective,” and much more. Rife with interesting content and useful tips, this first episode of the pair promises to be a worthwhile listen for anyone with an ear to lend. MX4 Participants Interviewing Jamie: Issac Loya Lou Soileau  Ken Holt  Carolyn Ota  Zak Sloan Links Mentioned: Jamie Kent website Jamie on Instagram Jamie on FacebookSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

The second half of Kris’s Key Conversation holds a comprehensive peek into the life of a Creative Producer and snipet of all the minutia that characterize such a profession. The focus here really revolves around things like team building, studio life, and even tagging systems. While this episode is more interesting than applicable, it is sprinkled with tidbits of wisdom and applicable knowledge. Take a listen. MX4 Participants Interviewing Kris: Caitlin Deviny Scott Tran Julian Blackmore Links Mentioned: MophonicsSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

Kris Roggeman of Mophonics gives us one of the most in depth episodes to date. There really is so much content covered in this two part installment of Key Conversations. Life as a performer, professional experience, and work with big names (Warner, Google, Billboard, Pentatonix, etc) are just a few things this meaty episode has to offer. Do yourself a favor and have a listen to both sections of this rich conversation with Kris! MX4 Participants Interviewing Kris: Caitlin Deviny Scott Tran Julian Blackmore Links Mentioned: MophonicsSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

This second half of our talk with Peter has much to offer. He speaks volumes about the value of Patreon and YouTube, how these platforms are game-changers, and how to make optimal use of them in any musical career. One can expect not only to feel more informed after completing this episode, but to feel refreshed with Peter’s ambitious yet philanthropic view of being a musician.   MX4 Participants Interviewing Peter: Scott Tran Julian Blackmore Links Mentioned: Peter on YoutubePeterhollens.comSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

In this episode of Key Conversations we meet with a giant in the industry, Peter Hollens, who, despite his noteworthy success, is very aware of where he came from. Peter speaks about his early days and how he made a career out of essentially nothing. Rising from an aspiring professional to having over 1.5 billion views on YouTube and over 1 million subscribers among other things, Peter Hollens is someone to which any musician from any walk should lend an ear. MX4 Participants Interviewing Peter: Scott Tran Julian Blackmore Links Mentioned: Peter on YoutubePeterhollens.comSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

In the second half of this generously informative episode, Ari continues to answers pointed questions regarding sites like Patreon and Bandcamp and how they are germane to the careers of start-up musicians and bands. Talking quite extensively on the surging relevance of streaming services, Ari points out how pertinent they are not only to huge names and brands but also to artists on the rise. This second half episode is chock full of motivational insight and tips for daily life as an independent artist. It really is a must-hear for those just starting as well as those more experienced artists.   MX4 Participants Interviewing Ari: Caitlin Deviny Scott Tran April Anne Julian Blackmore Links Mentioned: Blog: Ari’s Take Book & Website: Ari Herstand .com Patreon Bandcamp.comSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

This is the first of a two piece dive into the expanse of applicable knowledge all-around DIY professional musician and entertainer Ari Herstand has to offer. From his blog, “Ari’s Take,” his musical career, his acting, all the way to his full fledged guide on How to Make It in the New Music Business this young leader in the industry offers a wealth of insight in each of the answers he gives in this episode of Key Conversations. You can expect to find well-rounded answers to questions concerning the DIY musician’s life, crowd-funding, and much more crammed into the eventful first part of our two part conversation with Ari Herstand.   MX4 Participants Interviewing Ari: Caitlin Deviny Scott Tran April Anne Julian Blackmore Links Mentioned: Blog: Ari’s Take Book & Website: Ari Herstand .comSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

In part two of this very valuable interview, John Kellogganswers artists' legal questions like why is the copyright the mostvaluable asset in the music industry? When should I become an LLCor become an official company? What are tax benefits that we canutilize as artists? What about songwriter split sheets? Bandagreements?So much value packed into this one!MX4 participants interviewing John:ChrysantheTan, Alex Winters, Kasey PolkLinks Mentioned:Take Care of Your Music BusinessVolunteer LawyersFor The ArtsHarvard Recording Artist ProjectBillboardMagazineSongwriter Split Sheets: https://www.songsplits.comwww.Kellogglaw.com Support the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

 Professor Kellogg shares his impressive story from startingperforming when he was 17 years old to networking and meeting keypeople who helped him develop his career. He set a music careergoal and achieved it. What was next? Law! Some great questions answered in this one- how can an indie artiston a budget get legal support? When should an artist begin to seeklegal advice? And many more!MX4 participants interviewing John:ChrysantheTan, Alex Winters, Kasey PolkLinks Mentioned:Take Care of Your Music BusinessVolunteer LawyersFor The ArtsHarvard Recording Artist ProjectBillboardMagazinewww.Kellogglaw.com Support the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

In part 2 of this extremely unique interview, composer Darren Solomon answers the questions: How do you deal with the way other people pigeon-hole you because you do a variety of things, from composing to performing? In doing so, he also tackles the importance of just making cool stuff and getting it out there. We get to hear the top 5 commercials Darren has done that people would know and the two-sentence version for success in commercial composing… OK, a bit MORE than 2 sentences.MX4 participants interviewing Darren:Chrysanthe Tan, Alex Winters  Links Mentioned:Darren’s “passion” project In B FlatDarren SolomonSupport the show (http://www.paypal.me/cbemusic)

Every musician or composer has their journey toward what theyconsider to be success. It’s a hard fought battle to overcome allkinds of obstacles, both internal and external. Today’sconversation and Q&A demonstrates that in the story of a verysuccessful performer and commercial composer, Darren Solomon andcan translate to how you ca make the transition from a touring andperformance path to more of a composition direction.Darren got his first big break as a bass player by overhearing aconversation… not the typical way most of us get an opportunity,but he took it. The result? He wound up touring with the one andonly Ray Charles for 2 years. It was a phenomenal experience thattaught him a ton about the music business and the life of atraveling musician.After his stint with Ray, Darren stepped into an opportunitypresented by his dad, composing scores for low budget horrorflicks. He sees it as the opportunity to develop his chops in anentirely different aspect of the music industry and can see now howit served