#24: Steven Cymatics On Making A Living In Music & Viral Marketing

Sam Matla sits down with Steven Cymatics, one of the brilliant minds behind the newest and most impressive sample pack / music production resource website, Cymatics.FM. The interview goes beyond simply scratching the surface instead offering an in-depth look at the approach Cymatics.FM has used to grow exponentially, the psychology behind music marketing, and much more. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Download a free PDF containing tips from podcast guests: edmprod.com/podtips --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Are you a trance producer? Would you like to be? Do you get excited when you think about crafting a beautiful melody or driving bassline? Start to Finish: Uplifting Trance Edition is a comprehensive 12-video tutorial where I walk you through the creation of an uplifting trance track, explaining the process step-by-step. You’ll pick up tricks, techniques, and develop key production skills that will aid you in your next project. Think of it like me being in the studio with you. edmprod.com/uplifting --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What we talk about: - Making a career from music, avoiding the ‘touring artist’ mindset - Forward thinking music marketing using various techniques - Bringing value to colleagues - Increasing interest and exposure for your brand - How to plan for releasing music - Properly investing resources to perfect your art - Learning faster using different mediums, mentors, and collaborations Cool stuff mentioned in the show: - ‘Influence: The Psychology Of Persuasion’ by Robert B. Cialdini: http://amzn.to/1VQGeV5 Cymatics on the web: Website: http://www.cymatics.fm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/cymaticsFM Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/cymaticsFM Soundcloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/cymaticsFM Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/cymaticsFM Download for free on The Artist Union