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Sound Advice- The Music Industry Podcast

Sound Advice is the podcast for independent artists, creatives and anyone interested in the behind the scenes of the music industry. We sit down with music business professionals to navigate the complexities of music marketing, making merch, gigs, AI and so much more. Sound Advice was created to democratise access to music business experts by sharing their best tips and tricks on a free-to-access platform, and so far we’ve spoken to industry professionals from BBC Introducing, AWAL, PRS for Music and so many more.You can listen to our episodes every other Tuesday.

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    #077: How to Get Funding and Support for Your Music | Liam Hennessy (Help Musicians)

    In the last of our series of episodes in collaboration with Help Musicians, I spoke to Liam Hennessy about how the charity is helping UK artists not just survive, but thrive. From career development and funding to health, hearing protection, and wellbeing support, this episode breaks down how Help Musicians is removing barriers and creating real opportunities for those working in music, and how you can take advantage of it.If you like the podcast please give us a 5 star rating wherever you listen, it really helps people discover the show, thank you :)

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    #076: The Power of Mentoring in Music | Mike Spearman (Drummer of Everything Everything) and Saffie Halke (Help Musicians)

    What role can mentoring play in building a sustainable music career? In this episode, we’re joined by Saffie Halke from Help Musicians and Mike Spearman, drummer of Everything Everything and mentor on their Co-Pilot programme. Together, they unpack how mentoring helps artists gain confidence, fill industry knowledge gaps, and build meaningful connections. We discuss what makes a great mentor–mentee relationship, how to prepare for sessions, and what to expect from Help Musicians’ free Co-Pilot scheme, which matches creatives with experienced professionals from across the industry.Find out more about Co-Pilot here: https://www.helpmusicians.org.uk/get-support/develop-as-a-musician/co-pilot-the-musicians-mentoring-networkIf you enjoy this episode please give it a five star rating if you can, it really helps me grow the show :)

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    #075: Music Mental Health Expert's Guide to Touring | Grace Meadows (Music Minds Matter)

    Touring can be exciting, but behind the curtain it often brings sleep disruption, financial strain, poor diet, and long periods of isolation, all of which take a toll on mental health. In this episode, I’m joined by Grace Meadows of Music Minds Matter, the mental health arm of Help Musicians, to unpack the realities of life on the road before touring season begins this autumn.We discuss why mental health issues are so prevlalent within the creative industries, the work Music Minds Matter are doing and talk through Grace's practical tools and tips for protecting your wellbeing on tour.To find out more about Music Minds Matter, including their preventative resources and their 24/7 confidential support line, go to https://www.musicmindsmatter.org.uk/If you like this episode please give it a positive rating wherever you're listening, it really helps me grow the show and keep making these episodes..

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    #074: How Live Recordings Could Be Your Best New Marketing Tool | Ben Hutcheson (Setmixer)

    In this episode, I’m joined by singer-songwriter and music industry professional Ben Hutcheson to explore the power of live recordings for artists. Alongside his own career as a performer, Ben works with Setmixer, a company on a mission to make sure no live show is ever lost, capturing gigs in studio-quality audio within hours of the performance.We talk about how artists can use live recordings to connect with existing fans, create lasting memories, and grow their audience. Ben shares stories from the road, insights from working with independent venues, and practical advice for any musician thinking about pressing record at their next gig.

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    #073: Will Your Next Gig Be In Virtual Reality | Phil Charnock (Draw & Code)

    What if a music video didn’t live on a screen, but unfolded around you in real time? In this episode, I speak to Phil Charnock from Draw & Code, a Liverpool-based immersive tech studio, about their groundbreaking AR collaborations with artist like Skepta and local rapper Koj.This episode is all about how emerging technologies are changing the music industry, and whether that's for the better or for the worse. We also dive into the wider potential of augmented reality in music, from live shows to storytelling, fan connection and beyond.Find out more about Draw & Code here: https://drawandcode.com/

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    #072: The Inner Game of Music | Basil Reynolds (Music Industry Coach)

    In this episode, I sit down with music industry coach and UK hip-hop pioneer Basil Reynolds to explore the emotional and mental demands of building a creative career. From his early days on Top of the Pops to helping today’s artists navigate burnout, identity, and purpose, Basil shares powerful insights on resilience, self-worth, and how to thrive in the industry without losing yourself in the process.Find Basil's work here: https://findingthemusicinside.com/Please give us a follow and a 5 star rating wherever you listen, it really helps me grow the show :))

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    #071: Miles Temp on playing Big Weekend and building momentum

    We're back after a brief hiatus to chat with local singer-songwriter Miles Temp, an artist who is picking up real momentum with performances at Sound City and Radio 1 Big Weekend, and praise from the likes of John Kennedy and Jess Iszatt to name just a few. We spoke about his journey in the music industry so far, the Radio 1 Big Weekend experience and what's next for an 18-year-old already making waves in the local scene and beyond.Check out Miles Temp here: https://www.instagram.com/milestemp_/ICYMI, Sound Advice is going to be a bi-weekly podcast from now on to make things a bit more managable for me whilst I work full-time.

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    Sound Advice is Changing.

    A short announcement on the future of the podcast.

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    #070: The Great Escape 2025 Recap

    This epiosde is probably the closest I'll ever come to vlogging...Last week I was lucky enough to be invited down to The Great Escape in Brighton to make the most of the UK's biggest conference and festival combo. In this special episode I'm reporting live from my hotel room to debrief the biggest talking points and trends in the music industry today, plus introduce you to some of the hottest emerging bands in the country right now.I really worked hard on this episode so if you enjoyed it please give us a nice rating wherever you're listening, it really helps me out :)

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    #069: Sound City 2025 Recap

    In the first of two music industry conference special, this week I'm recapping what went down at Liverpool's very own Sound City + conference. I debrief some of the best panels of the day, discuss some of the big takeaways and talking points of the music industry in 2025, and share my own experiences being a guest on a panel for the first time.Next week will be a similar thing, I'll be covering The Great Escape conference AND some of the best new artists from the festival, so make sure to follow the podcast wherever you're listening now so you don't miss it.

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    #068: Gender-Based Violence in The Music Industry | Dr Rosemary Lucy Hill

    In this episode, I’m joined by author and academic Dr Rosemary Lucy Hill to discuss her new co-authored work 'Unsilenced', a powerful new book exploring gender-based violence in the popular and live music industries. We talk about how abuse is enabled by structures within the industry, the stories of victims like Ke$ha, and what artists, promoters, and fans can do to create safer, more inclusive spaces in their local music scenes.TW: this episode contains discussions of sexual violence and abuseIf you like the podcast please give it a rating and send it to your music friends, it really helps me keep the show going. thank you :)Get your copy of Unsilenced here: https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/unsilenced-9798765101742/THE AUTHORSRosemary Lucy Hill: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/rosemary-hill-04644126ahttps://scholar.google.co.uk/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=rosemary+lucy+hill&btnG=Cath Strong: https://academics.rmit.edu.au/catherine-strong/publicationsBiance Fileborn: https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/145825-bianca-filebornRESOURCESSafer Spaces zine: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iMZUoSuo_LxvPqxJ3Di1FA8snxE88oCU/view?usp=sharingGood Night Out Campaign (for safer spaces training): https://www.goodnightoutcampaign.org/Where Are The Girlbands: https://www.instagram.com/wherearethegirlbands/

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    #067: Liverpool's New Record Label | Tom Williamson (Founder of Ripe Records)

    In this episode, I sit down with Tom Williamson, founder of Ripe Records – a new independent label born out of a love for Liverpool’s vibrant music scene. We talk about the realities of launching a label from scratch, what it really takes to support emerging artists, how artists can get noticed by labels, and Tom’s vision for putting Liverpool back on the world music map.If you enjoy the show please tell your musician friends and give us a 5-star rating wherever you're listening from :)Check out Ripe Records: https://www.riperecords.uk/

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    #066: How to Film Content People Actually Watch | Sketch Benjamin (Part 2)

    This week Sketch Benjamin is back on the show to give you an expert guide on creating video content for TikTok and Instagram that looks great, feels good to create and gets people listening to and talking about your music. We talk about the affordable bits of gear that makes a huge difference to your video quality, how to make sure the algorithm serves your song to people who will love it and unlocking your creativity with video so that making TikTok videos doesn't have to feel like selling out.Check out Ben's work here: www.instagram.com/sketchbenjaminIf you enjoy the show please tell your music mates and give it a 5 star review, it really helps me out :)

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    #065: The Challenges of Freelancing and The State of TikTok | Sketch Benjamin (Part 1)

    In this week's episode (part 1 of 2) I spoke to local videographer Sketch Benjamin about the challenges of building a freelance career, adapting work to the algorithm and why copyright law is so confusing. A really enjoyable chat that goes on lots of interesting tangents.If you enjoyed the show please give us 5 stars and tell your music friends :)Check out Ben's work here: https://www.instagram.com/sketchbenjamin

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    #064: 5 Essential PR Tips to Get Your Music Featured | Rachel White (Brick PR)

    Want to get your music featured in the press without hiring a PR team? In this episode, I’m joined by Rachel White – founder of Brick PR and House of DIY – to share 5 essential tips for doing your own PR. From finding your strengths to nailing your key messages and attracting press opportunities, Rachel breaks it all down in a way that’s accessible, affordable, and totally doable for independent artists.Check out more of Rachel's PR resources here: https://houseofdiy.co.uk/resources-musiciansIf you enjoy the show please tell your music friends about it, I bet there's someone else you know who would find this useful :)

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    #063: Astles on building a team and his debut album

    This week I sat down with one of the lovliest people in Liverpool's music community, Dan Astles, who releases muswic under his last name. We spoke about finding your path as an artist, working with managers and booking agents, the struggle of giving up creative control and releasing his debut album on vinyl next month.You can listen to Dan's gorgeous new single here: https://ditto.fm/remember-us-astlesAnd buy the vinyl for 'Soundtrack For The 21 Bus Home' here: https://astles.bandcamp.com/album/soundtrack-for-the-twenty-one-bus-homeIf you could do me a massive favour and just rate this show wherever you're listening, it really helps me out, thank you :)

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    #062: Rethinking Black Music Narratives | Mia Thornton (Instrumental Podcast)

    This week I'm joined by Mia Thornton, the creator of the fantastic new BBC Sounds podcast Instrumental: Black British Trailblazers, which explores the Black artists who have shaped British music in genres often seen as 'white.' In this conversation, we discuss Mia's journey in the northern creative industry, the impact of desirability politics on Black female pop stars, the process of creating Instrumental and loads more. I really enjoyed this conversation, so I hope you do too :)Listen to Instrumental here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0kqbv5lIf you like the show please rate it 5 stars wherever you listen to help people discover future episodes, thanks :)

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    #061: Music's Hidden Mental Health Crisis | Grace Meadows (Music Minds Matter)

    The music industry is facing a mental health crisis. Research has shown that people working in music are more prone to mental health problems than the general population, with musicians being up to three times more likely to suffer from depression. But why is this the case, and what can be done to change this?This week I spoke to Grace Meadows, music therapist and head of Music Minds Matter, to find out why mental health is such a huge issue in the music industry, the impact freelance work and touring has on wellbeing, the tools and mechanisms musicians can use to cope, and what Music Minds Matter are doing to try to solve the roots of the issue.Access mental health support here: https://www.musicmindsmatter.org.uk/If you like this episode please give it a good rating, it really helps me out :)

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    #060: DEEP DIVE- The Superfan Revolution

    After a brief hiatus of life getting in the way, we're back with a brand new episode. This week I wanted to discuss what has become a real buzzword in the music industry recently: superfans. I broke down why they've become such a lucrative market, how artists are shifting their strategies towards the top 1% of their fanbase and what you can do to build a die-hard fanbase without exploiting your most loyal supporters.

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    #059: The Secret to Unforgettable Live Shows | Tom Hardie (Bus Stop Promotions)

    Putting on gigs isn’t just about booking bands—it’s about creating moments that stick with people. In this episode, I sat down with Tom Hardie of Bus Stop Promotions to uncover what makes a local show feel special, the fair way to pay artists and how to sell out your local venues. Whether you're an artist, promoter, or just love live music, this conversation reveals the highs, lows, and behind-the-scenes chaos of independent gig promoting in the heart of Liverpool's local scene. Check out Bus Stop Promotions' upcoming shows: https://linktr.ee/busstoppromotions If you liked this episode please give the podcast a rating to help others find the show :)

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    #058: Every type of music industry deal, explained | Nikki Camilleri

    I'm joined again by Nikki Camilleri this week to discuss every type of deal going in the music industry today, what they all mean, and when to sign them (or crucially NOT sign). We cover everything from record deals to publishing, music industry development deals and loads more.If you like this episode please rate the podcast wherever you're listening to help others find the show :)

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    #057: Turning Followers into Superfans | Nikki Camilleri (Mana)

    For our first episode of the year, I spoke to artist development specialist and Forbes 30 under 30 honoree Nikki Camilleri, who has over a decade of experience working for some of the biggest music companies in the world, including Warner Music, Believe Group and Glastonbury Festival. Nikki shares her expert insights into what it really takes to grow as an artist in today’s music industry, building a fanbase, turning social media growth into something financially sustainable and why labels are less inclined than ever to help develop emerging artists in the music industry. Check out Nikki's consultancy Mana: https://www.nikkicamilleri.com/ If you like this podcast please give us a positive rating wherever you listen as it helps more people find the show :)

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    #056: 5 Key Insights for 2025 | Giles Bidder, Rosanna Connolly & more

    It's the final episode of the year! To wrap things up for 2024 we're looking back at 5 key insights from the podcast over the last twelve months to take with you into the new year and make 2025 the year your journey as an artist truly takes off! Featuring clips from: #024 with Marwen Tlili #027 with Gui Goldschmied #028 with Rosanna Connolly #033 with Giles Bidder #039 with Simon Pursehouse

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    #055: Mark Davyd on Funding the Future of Live Music | Music Venue Trust CEO

    This week I’m delighted to be joined by Music Venue Trust CEO and owner of the legendary Tunbridge Wells Forum Mark Davyd to talk about their huge news; thanks to the MVTs advocacy, it is now government policy that all tickets to arena and stadium tours should include a £1 contribution that goes directly to supporting grassroots music in the UK. I spoke to Mark about why grassroots music venues need support now more than ever, how they got this groundbreaking levy approved, how it should be implemented and where the money will go to secure the future of the independent music industry. Find out more at www.musicvenuetrust.com If you like this episode please give it a five star review wherever you listen :)

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    #054: Building a Team and Getting More Gigs (Live from Nu Wave) | Cath Hurley & James Booton

    In part two of our live panel with Future Yard's Cath Hurley and Boot Music's James Booton, we spoke about building a team, getting gigs and securing funding to take your music career to the next level without signing to a record label.If you like this episode please give the podcast a rating as this really helps others find the show :)

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    #053: Navigating Your Local Music Scene (Live from Nu Wave) | Cath Hurley & James Booton

    In the second live panel at our music industry event Nu Wave, I spoke to Cath Hurley of Future Yard and James Booton of Boot Music about the state of the Liverpool music scene, why gig attendances are down and how to meet people and get involved in your local music scene. This is part one of the panel with Cath & James, part 2 will be out next week. If you enjoy this episode please give us a 5 star rating wherever you're listening as this really helps more people discover the show, thank you :)

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    #052: Music Marketing 101 (Live from Nu Wave) | Mali Anthony & Simeon Scheuber-Rush

    Last week we put on our first ever live music industry event Nu Wave, bringing the best of Liverpool's indpendent music community together under one roof for a night of live music and insightful panels. For the first of these panels I was joined by Mali Anthony of MalantMedia and Simeon Scheuber-Rush of The Musicians Union to talk about how artists can get their music heard, the secrets behind success on social media and the right time to look for a manager. If you enjoy this episode, I would really appreciate if you could give it 5 stars on Spotify, this really helps more independent artists find the show :)

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    #051: Nu Wave Preview Special

    Our first ever live panel Nu Wave is just one week away, get your tickets here: ⁠https://www.fatsoma.com/e/ifos4umr/nu-wave⁠ This week I thought I'd talk about what to expect from Nu Wave, introduce the panelists and chat to our bands Thirst and Sea Goth! Nu Wave is just a week away on the 13th of November at The Kazimier Stockroom, I'd love to see you there :)

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    #050: Networking Made Easy | Mali Anthony (MalantMedia)

    It's episode 50! This week I'm joined by returning guest Mali Anthony of MalantMedia to talk about how to network in the music industry. We discuss how to get the best of industry events, overcoming networking anxiety, getting to know your local scene and loads more. We also discussed our upcoming event Nu Wave, an indpendent music industry conference and gig at the Kazimier Stockroom in Liverpool on the 13th of November. Tickets are available now, get yours for a great night of networking, live music, DJs, Q&As and more. Nu Wave Tickets🔗: https://www.fatsoma.com/e/ifos4umr/nu-wave

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    #049: The Biggest Takeaways from Open Sauce | Astles, Koj, Mike Cave and Basil Reynolds

    Last week I went to LIMF Academy's Open Sauce event at District, a day of roundtable discussions on the issues facing artists in Liverpool today. At the event I sat down with singer/songwriter Astles, rapper Koj, mixing engineer Mike Cave and artist development coach Basil Reynolds to discuss what the future of the industry may hold. Tickets to our first event Nu Wave are ON SALE NOW: ⁠https://www.fatsoma.com/sound-advice/promotions/ifos4umr/nu-wave⁠ Astles: https://www.instagram.com/astlesmusic/ Koj: https://www.instagram.com/bigdaddykoj/ Mike Cave: https://mikecave.co.uk/ Basil Reynolds: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basil-reynolds-40672562/

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    #048: How To Plan Your First Tour | Adam Ainsley (King Liar)

    King Liar, one of Liverpool's best live bands, are about to embark on their first ever tour, taking their act to Leeds and Manchester alongside Garden of Humans. I sat down with frontman Adam Ainsley to discuss how the band organised their tour entirely independently, how to break out of your local scene and their analytical approach to amazing live shows. Get tickets for King Liar's tour: https://linktr.ee/kingliar.gardenofhumans.tour

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    #047: DEEP DIVE- Is It Too Late To Stop The AI Revolution?

    Decided to try something a bit different this week, an episode with no guest! I wanted to talk through the recent news of an open letter against AI Music from the Artist Rights Alliance, signed by hundreds musicians including Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan and Jon Bon Jovi to name but a few. I talk through my thoughts on how AI could effect musicians jobs, why AI seemingly came out if nowhere, and what the future of the music industry could look like.Let me know what you think of this type of solo episode, might start doing more of these, but if you hate it I don't mind not!

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    #046: Building a Buzz Around Your Band | Peter Wintersgill

    How do you make people want to come to your gigs again and again, buy your merch, tell all their friends about you and listen to your songs on repeat? To find out, this week I spoke to artist manager, promoter and music reviewer Peter Wintersgill to lift the lid of building a culture around a band that gets people talking. In this episode we take a deep dive into a band Peter is currently managing, one of Liverpool's best up-and-coming bands Atlas Botanic, covering how they turn every show into a talked-about spectacle, making merch before releasing a debut single and why they already have the next two years planned out. Check out Atlas Botanic: https://www.instagram.com/atlasbotanic/ Get in touch with Peter: https://www.instagram.com/peterwintersgill/

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    #045: Would You Buy Shares in your Favourite Band? | Karl Parsons (BandShare)

    Would you become a shareholder in your favourite artists? Is Blockchain technology the key to the future of the music industry? This week I spoke to Karl Parsons, founder of music tech startup BandShare about his solution to a problem so many artists face: not having the money upfront to pay for costs like recording, marketing or touring, creating a cycle where grassroots artists can't break out of their scene without securing highly-competitive grants or a record deal advance. Karl shares his thoughts on my the industry is at a breaking point, and how Blockchain technology could be a gamechanger. Check out BandShare here: https://www.bandshare.io/

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    #044: The Easy Way to Make The Algorithm Love You | Social Commuter Podcast

    New features are the easiest way to make the algorithm love you; social media platforms release updates with new ways of sharing content every year, and are desperate to push these to the top of your feed to show users. This episode is all about how artists can take advantage to promote their music. I spoke to social media experts Eloise and Georgia from the Social Commuter podcast about Instagram's latest artist-focussed features, the downfall of Twitter and how to build your brand online. Listen to the Social Commuter Podcast: https://linktr.ee/socialcommuterpodcast

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    #043: Making Your Passion Profitable | Johnsy's Shots

    This week, I spoke to photographer, promoter and local legend Johnsy about how her journey from taking photos on her lunch break to building a sustainable career as a music freelancer, working on everything from giving bands their first gig at The Jacaranda to taking photos at some of the biggest festivals in the UK. We discuss how she made the leap to freelance, building a live music community and her dream to own her own music venue. 📷: https://www.instagram.com/johnsysshots/

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    #042: A Beginner's Guide to Brand Deals | Danny West (Come Play With Me)

    This week I spoke to Danny West, Partnerships and Publishing Lead at Leeds-based music development organisation and label Come Play With Me, to get an introduction into the ever growing world of brand partnerships. Collaborating with companies can be a great way to fund your music career without giving away any rights to your music, and opportunties are becoming more and more popular. Danny dives into how he's facilitated major brand partnerships with the likes of JD Sports, Adidas & Universal, securing sync deals and the stragest pitch he's ever been sent (I promise you'll never be able to guess what it was).

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    #041: Why Music Needs a Union | Simeon Scheuber-Rush (Musicians' Union)

    Why does music need a union? This week, I spoke to Simeon Scheuber-Rush, regional officer for the Musicians' Union to find out why the MU exists and what it does to support its members. We also delve into some of the biggest issues facing musicians today, such as composer buyouts, the impact of the pandemic and underpaid session work, as well as exploring the Musicians' Union's campaigns to create a fairer music industry, such as their support of Universal Basic Income and for reform in the streaming economy. To access loads of amazing free resources, or join the Musicians' Union, visit: https://musiciansunion.org.uk/

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    #040: Building a Die-Hard Fanbase on TikTok | Laro

    In this episode, we sit down with Liverpool pop artist Laro to discuss how she’s harnessed the power of TikTok to build a loyal and engaged fanbase. Laro shares her unique approach to creating the tight-knit 'forget-me-nots' community, from exclusive group chats to personal fan interactions that have given her a small but rapidly growing group of superfans. Discover her strategies for staying consistent on TikTok, the secret to making quality social media content without getting burnt out, and finding confidence as an independent artist in the digital age. Stream Laro's new single Hung Up: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4YUJTIjBtm5Zhp4q9mI1JA?si=kSia-hHyQcCbB8aDGnXx2Q

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    #039: WTF is Music Publishing? | Simon Pursehouse (Sentric Music)

    Music publishing can be complicated, but it's an underutilised tool that earns artists around the world millions every year. To demystify how this crucial revenue stream works, I sat down with Simon Pursehouse, one of the founding members at Sentric Music, a company that over the last two decades has tranformed from a university project into one of the biggest independent publishing companies in the world. In this episode we break down how streaming royalties work, why most artists are missing out on live royalties, the secret to getting your music onto tv shows, and whether songwriters deserve a bigger piece of the pie financially. More information on how publishing works: https://www.sentric.com/wtf-is-music-publishing

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    #038: The Blueprint for Artist Growth | Yaw Owusu (LIMF Academy)

    This week Yaw Owusu is back, and he's swapped his Liverpool Music City hat for his LIMF Academy one to talk all things artist develpment. We spoke about how LIMF Academy supports local artists, some of their success stories like Ni Maxine and Michael Aldag, why record labels don't develop artists anymore and the blueprint for success in the music industry whilst staying true to yourself.

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    #037: Meet the Band Who Started a Music Festival | Sean Regan (Penny Lane Weekender)

    Liverpool band Pleasure Island have started one of the city's best new festivals. This week I spoke to the band's frontman Sean Regan, the founder of Penny Lane Weekender to find out more about the festival and how it was started almost completely by accident. We also spoke about why South Liverpool needed a music festival, how they've changed things since their inuagural event last year and the band's plans for an outdoor stage in the future. Get tickets for Penny Lane Weekender (3-5th of August): www.pennylanefestival.com

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    #036: Is Liverpool Really a Music City? | Yaw Owusu (Liverpool Music City)

    What makes Liverpool a Music City? This city has a rich musical history and a vibrant creative scene, but also faces significant challenges in infrastructure and equality. This week I'm joined by creative consultant Yaw Owusu, one of the leading figures behind the Liverpool Music City project and the ReMap Report, to evaluate the state of the scene, the real legacy of The Beatles, what makes Liverpool's music scene great and what is in need of renewal. Check out Liverpool Music City: https://liverpoolmusiccity.com/ Read the ReMap report: https://lcrmusicboard.co.uk/remap-report-unveiled/

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    #035: A Promoter's Guide to Getting Gigs | Michael Coates (Moonfrog Presents)

    This week I spoke to Moonfrog Presents' Michael Coates to get an insiders guide to getting gigs and impressing promoters. What do promoters look for when they book artists to play their shows? What are the biggest red flags they see when artists get in touch? Should more bands put on their own gigs? A must listen to get ahead and play the best shows in the busiest venues in your scene. Moonfrog's upcoming gigs: https://www.fatsoma.com/p/moonfrog

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    #034: How to Nail Your Bio | Kayleigh Cantrell (Music Journalist)

    Bios are the gateway to opportunity in the music industry. Describing your music and artist project in the right way can land you more gigs, press, playlist placements and so much more. This week I spoke to local music journalist Kayleigh Cantrell to get her top tips on writing about bands in Liverpool's music scene, and how to write the perfect bio that encapsulates your sound and image. Follow Kayleigh here: https://www.instagram.com/kayleighcantrelljournalist/

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    #033: The Reality Behind 99% of Music Careers | Giles Bidder (101 Part Time Jobs)

    This week I spoke to Giles Bidder, host and creator of the 101 Part Time Jobs podcast. In this episode we talk about a side of the music industry that most artists don’t talk about; having to work other jobs to make ends meet alongside trying to build a career, and why Giles decided to create a podcast about just that. We also covered some of Giles’ own part time job stories and his journey into the world of music journalism and podcasting, including bunking off school to go to Belgium for NME. Check out Giles' podcast here: https://www.101parttimejobs.com/

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    #032: 10 FREE AI Tools for Musicians | Alex Keyter

    Listen to this episode and you could have the equivalent of a record label team, graphic designer and collaborative partner all within a few clicks! In part 2 of our AI special, me and my guest, AI Consultant Alex Keyter, go through ten tools you can start using today to boost your music career, from separating stems to writing riffs, making merch and so much more. And the best part is, most of these tools are FREE to try! We also discuss why creatives and musicians are often fearful of AI, how the technology is going to revolutionise the industry and what this all means for independent artists.

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    #031: How AI Will Change Music Forever | Alex Keyter (AI Consultant)

    In the first of a two-part AI special, I'm joined by Alex Keyter, AI Consultant and Founder of Generative Minds, to discuss the impact of this rapidly emerging technology, how AI will transform the music industry over the next few years, and some of the ethical concerns around copyright and the infamous Ghostwriter "Fake Drake" track Heart on my Sleeve. In part-two, out next week, we'll talk about the tools independent artists can start using TODAY to skyrocket your music career by giving you the productive capacity of a record label team from your laptop. 🔗 ALEX KEYTER: 📸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-keyter/ 🧠 Generative Minds: genminds.co.uk/     🔗 JOIN OUR COMMUNITY OF ARTISTS: www.instagram.com/soundadvicepod/   🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review wherever you listen to help others discover the show :)

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    #030: Building a World Around Your Music | Gui Goldschmied

    Gui Goldschmied is back on the show to continue our conversation on trends in music, and this week we spoke about SAULT's revolutionary live show in an old IKEA building, the vulnerability of sharing your artistic vision with the world and how artists are turning fans into superfans by building an engaging world around their project. We also discuss how independent artists on a small budget can start worldbuilding on a budget, creating meaningful connections with their audience through expressing their artistic vision with true authenticity. 🔗 GUI GOLDSCHMIED: 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/not_gui 🎵 Listen to Aoun'sThe Shepherd & All Her Beautiful Sheep: https://open.spotify.com/album/6bWDlE6TFYFHjhh2CVJlVO?si=6428ILMPSE2uzf-aFI5tOw   🔗 JOIN OUR COMMUNITY OF ARTISTS: www.instagram.com/soundadvicepod/   🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review wherever you listen to help others discover the show :)

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    #029: What's touring REALLY like? | Katie King (Guitarist for Pixey)

    What's life on the road really like? Joining me to talk about that is the wonderfully talented Katie King to talk about her experiences on the road, most recently as the guitarist for Pixey supporting Alfie Templeman's UK tour. We discuss how to not get sick of your bandmates, finding the energy to go again night after night, and balancing working at Greggs whilst embarking on her first ever tour. 🔗 KATIE KING: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ktking2020/ 🎵 Check out Katie's project Oh Dear: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3Qo6DwNptouVeN5mWs0iZZ?si=Yvc8OYUURbKvyyTtmDmrvQ&nd=1&dlsi=067fc9a7fa564d86     🔗 JOIN OUR COMMUNITY OF ARTISTS: www.instagram.com/soundadvicepod/   🙏 LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review wherever you listen to help others discover the show :)

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Sound Advice is the podcast for independent artists, creatives and anyone interested in the behind the scenes of the music industry. We sit down with music business professionals to navigate the complexities of music marketing, making merch, gigs, AI and so much more. Sound Advice was created to democratise access to music business experts by sharing their best tips and tricks on a free-to-access platform, and so far we’ve spoken to industry professionals from BBC Introducing, AWAL, PRS for Music and so many more.You can listen to our episodes every other Tuesday.

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Olly Carter

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