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The Musician's Map Podcast

Interviews and discussions with musicians and music industry professionals. Stories and live performances.
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Episode 54 - Dan Stevenson (Frontierer/Lift)

Dan is the guitarist from Frontierer and is about to release his new project 'Lift' We talk about his early bands, music education and degrees, the intention behind and creation of 'Lift', his writing process, and more! This episode is sponsored by Precision Podcasting . Lift Bandcamp | Instagram | Facebook Fronteirer Bandcamp | Spotify | Facebook Artist of the Episode Jonesey - Shiver Spotify | Bandcamp | Facebook Episode music by Teamsquad and Death in Texas Click here for info about Breathing...

Mar 23, 202156 minEp. 54

Episode 53 - Kurt Ballou (Converge)

Kurt Ballou is the guitarist from legendary hardcore band Converge. He also runs God City Studios. This episode is sponsored by Piano Picnic . Kurt Ballou Instagram | Facebook Converge Website | Instagram | Facebook GodCity Studio website | Instruments website Artist of the Episode Mundy’s Bay Website | Instagram | Facebook Thumbnail photo of Kurt by Ronan Thenadey...

Apr 25, 202035 minEp. 53

Episode 52 - Nicole Gaffney (Carb On Carb, Girls Rock)

Nicole Gaffney is a major part of Girls Rock Aotearoa, and plays guitar and sings for her duo Carb On Carb. We talk about Girls Rock Camp, equal opportunities, touring with Carb On Carb, DIY, networking and PR. Carb On Carb: Facebook | Bandcamp Girls Rock: Facebook | Website Artist of the episode: Boy Genius - Facebook...

Jul 09, 201928 minEp. 52

Episode 51 - About Record Labels - feat. Alex Fitzpatrick (Holy Roar Records)

Alex Fitzpatrick is the founder of Holy Roar Records. He talks about the formation and early years of Holy Roar, what he looks for in bands and how he discovers them, what Holy Roar does for it’s artists, and how to get noticed by record labels. We also discuss physical vs digital sales, whether digital albums becoming redundant, and the future of Holy Roar and indie labels. Holy Roar: Facebook | Website | Spotify Artist of the week: Morild - Facebook...

Apr 11, 201933 minEp. 51

Episode 50 - Brady Deeprose (Conjurer)

The 50th episode of the podcast and it’s a huge honour to have co-guitarist, co-vocalist and band manager Brady Deeprose from UK post-metal band Conjurer join me on the podcast. We talk about forming a band, balancing music with your job, being self managed, working with PR, signing to Holy Roar Records, vocal technique and spreadsheets. Brady discusses his strict approach to Conjurer, the years of hard work that slowly produces huge rewards….and The Darkness. You know, the glam metal band from ...

Feb 04, 201950 minEp. 50

Episode 49 - Music Education - feat. Andrew Rooney

Andrew Rooney is a drummer, drum teacher, and podcaster. In this episode Andrew dispels some myths surrounding music education. We talk about the misuse of the word ‘talent’, prioritising gear over skill, learning how to sight read, finding inspiration, staying motivated to practice, and speaking the language of music. Check out Andrew Rooney and the New Zealand Drummer Podcast: Website | Facebook...

Jan 07, 201947 minEp. 49

Episode 48 - Crowdfunding - feat. Parabola West

An episode about crowdfunding! How it works, and what to do before you start. Parabola West talks about her successful crowdfunding campaign and shares everything you need to know about the process. How it works, what you need before you start, how long it takes and everything in between!

Dec 12, 201828 minEp. 48

Episode 47 - Music Publishing - feat. Jan Hellreigel

We discuss music publishing, music licensing and how her company Songbroker works for musicians. She also talks about her new album, her songwriting process and defining success.

Oct 09, 201837 minEp. 47

Episode 46 - Radio 101 - feat. Riccardo Ball

Everything you need to know about getting your song on the radio. Riccardo talks about what it takes to get airplay on commercial radio: the first steps, Identifying a good song, making a digital imprint, and the role of a radio plugger. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER RICCARDO BALL: Facebook | Wrecking Ball Media JUST ONE FIX: Facebook ARTIST OF THE WEEK: His Masters Voice - Facebook...

Aug 05, 201835 minEp. 46

Episode 45 - How To Scream - feat. Mary Z (VoiceHacks)

Mary talks about warm-ups, technique, the different types of screaming, going from clean to scream, and whether anyone can learn to sound brutal! We also discuss where to start, how to prepare your voice, injuries, and the science of screaming. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER VOICEHACKS: Facebook | YouTube | Singer's Sanctuary Vocal warm-up playlist SANTA MARTA: Facebook ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Once Human - Facebook...

Jul 07, 201856 minEp. 45

Episode 44 - Our Worst Gigs 3

It’s the third installment of Our Worst gigs - where previous guests of the podcast recount their most terrible, disheartening, frustrating and hilarious gig stories. This time we’ve got Thai terrorist cells, disgruntled fans, sexual predators, sexual assault, technical difficulties, wardrobe malfunctions, projectile beer, noise restrictions, long drives to empty venues, and a man covered in marmite. It’s funny, it’s sad, it’s light-hearted and it’s serious. It’s our worst gigs. LISTEN HERE: WAT...

Jun 04, 201835 minEp. 44

Episode 43 - Joe Branton (Poly-Math)

Joe talks about early influences, concept albums, art, crowdfunding and music videos. We also discuss record labels, endorsements, and early plans for the next Poly-Math album. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER POLY-MATH: Facebook | Bandcamp ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Sœur - Facebook | Website VLMA - Facebook | Website...

May 26, 201841 minEp. 43

Episode 42 - Henry de Jong (Alien Weaponry)

Henry talks about the formation of Alien Weaponry, how they got their break, management, festivals, and signing with Napalm Records. We also discuss authenticity, pre-production, endorsements, and the future of the band. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER ALIEN WEAPONRY: Facebook | Website | Album Pre Order ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Dirty Phonics - Facebook | Website...

May 19, 201828 minEp. 42

Episode 41 - Lani Purkis (Elemeno P)

Lani talks about the early years and formation of Elemeno P, major labels, songwriting, royalty shares, and fame. We also discuss music as a career, scenes, and Girls Rock! Camp Aotearoa. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER ELEMENO P: Facebook DELETE DELETE: Facebook GIRLS ROCK!: Website ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Carb On Carb - Bandcamp | Facebook...

May 12, 201831 minEp. 41

Episode 40 - Alcohol In Music (feat. Irma Schutte)

This week we're talking about alcohol in music. Its role, its influence, and its consequences. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER TOM ANDERSON: Whammy Bar | Master Blaster IRMA SCHUTTE: Facebook | Website Chris LeDrew open letter ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Giraffes? Giraffes! - Website | Facebook...

May 06, 201840 minEp. 40

Episode 39 - Sam Holdom (Skinny Hobos)

Sam talks about the formation of Skinny Hobos and the reasons behind their success. We discuss recording, touring, radio, getting support slots, and lots more! LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER SKINNY HOBOS: Facebook | Bandcamp ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Bakers Eddie - Website | Facebook...

Apr 29, 201843 minEp. 39

Episode 38 - On Touring...

This week on the Musician's Map Podcast: Tragedy has struck and I talk briefly about many aspects of organising and going on tour. LISTEN HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER ARTIST OF THE WEEK: The Physics House band - Facebook | Website...

Apr 21, 201840 minEp. 38

Episode 37 - Julia Watt (Moody Beaches, La Bastard, Hot Wings)

Julia talks about her multiple creative outlets, forming musical and music industry relationships, making gigs fun, when to make a recording, music videos, and international touring. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER JULIA'S BANDS: Moody Beaches - Facebook | Bandcamp Hot Wings - Facebook | Website La Bastard - Facebook | Website Party Pest - Facebook Hana and Jessie Lee - Facebook | Bandcamp ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Mod Con - Facebook...

Apr 14, 201838 minEp. 37

Episode 36 - Lisa Crawley

Lisa talks about her years of making music as a job to fund making music as a passion. We discuss being independent, tailoring for specific audiences, music marketing, artist residencies, collaboration, opening slots, and her new cabaret show ‘Elizabeth’. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER LISA CRAWLEY: Facebook | Website ELIZABETH: Facebook | Website ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Mimi Gilbert - Facebook | Website...

Apr 07, 201819 minEp. 36

Episode 35 - Stan Bicknell (Kimbra, Miami Horror)

Stan talks about his early years on the drums, his practice routine and his dedication to his instrument. We also discuss sponsorships, social media, and turning down the rockstar lifestyle. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER STAN BICKNELL: Facebook | Instagram ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Billy Davis - Facebook...

Mar 31, 201842 minEp. 35

Episode 34 - Gussie Larkin (Mermaidens)

Gussie shares her early years in music, the formation of Mermaidens and signing to Flying Nun Records. We also discuss her creative process, her live setup, and being self sufficient. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER MERMAIDENS: Facebook | Bandcamp EARTH TONGUE: Bandcamp ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Unsanitary Napkin - Bandcamp...

Mar 24, 201831 minEp. 34

Episode 33 - Cara Sebastian (Marine)

Cara shares how she started in music, the formation of marine, working with producer Rob Ellis, and signing to The Vinyl Factory. We also talk about her solo work, what it means to be an artist, and the relationship between music and visual art. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER CARA SEBASTIAN: Facebook MARINE: Website | Facebook | Instagram ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Linda Perhacs - Parallelograms...

Mar 17, 201845 minEp. 33

Episode 32 - Serena Cherry (Svalbard)

Serena talks about how she started playing guitar, how she got into heavy music and how Svalbard signed to Holy Roar. We also discuss being a female in a male dominated scene, intentional composition, and...her passion for roller coasters. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER SVALBARD: Website | Facebook MORE OF SERENA: Instagram | CoasterForce ARTIST OF THE WEEK: IMAscore - Website | Facebook...

Mar 10, 201838 minEp. 32

Episode 31 - Funding - feat. Sarah Pearce (NZ On Air)

Sarah gives us the low-down on funding: what it is, how you get it, and what you can use it for. We also talk about the various funding schemes, promotion, and the essential steps you should be taking to getting noticed. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER NZ ON AIR: Website | Facebook ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Womb - Website | Facebook...

Mar 03, 201834 minEp. 31

Episode 30 - Mark de Clive-Lowe

Mark talks about his early years, his progression through genres, jazz, how he started with electronic music, finding his voice, and harnessing the power of expression. We also discuss his gear, his live setup, his preferred hardware & software, live sampling, live producing, signal flow, improvisation and collaboration. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER MARK DE CLIVE-LOWE: Website | Facebook ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Wonk - Website | Facebook...

Feb 24, 201841 minEp. 30

Episode 29 - Our Worst Gigs 2

This week is the second instalment of ‘Our Worst Gigs’ - where previous guests of the podcast share their most painful, embarrassing and hilarious gig stories! We have an incredible lineup for this episode and some unbelievable stories from all levels of gigs - from busking on the street, right up to major international tours and record label showcases. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER STORIES BY: Paul Martin (Devilskin) - https://devilskin.co.nz Tom Larkin (Shihad) - http://w...

Feb 17, 201843 minEp. 29

Episode 28 - Busking and booking agents (feat. Teresa Bergman)

Teresa talks about talent shows, street performing, forming a band, booking agents, managers, producers and labels. We also discuss royalties and making a living as a musician. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER TERESA BERGMAN: Website | Facebook | Instagram ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Camille - Website | Facebook...

Feb 10, 201843 minEp. 28

Episode 27 - Classical singer Sarah Court

Sarah talks about how she became a classical singer, technique, coaching, and the struggles and expectations of life as a musician. We also discuss the relevance and future of classical music, and defining artistic success. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER SARAH COURT: Website | Facebook | YouTube ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Lorraine Hunt Lieberson - Spotify Artist Link...

Feb 03, 201857 minEp. 27

Episode 26 - Albert Ross

Albert talks about his career as a musician, finding alternative income streams, sync, and composing for theatre. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER ALBERT ROSS: Website | Facebook | Salonica ARTIST OF THE WEEK: The National - Website | Facebook...

Jan 27, 201851 minEp. 26

Episode 25 - Dave Baxter (Avalanche City)

Dave shares how he began in music and how he started writing and performing as Avalanche City. We talk about writing his song ‘Love, Love, Love’ and how it achieved so much success, his writing process, music awards, and his upcoming album. LISTEN HERE: WATCH HERE: GET IT ON: iTUNES STITCHER AVALANCHE CITY: Website | Facebook | Instagram ARTIST OF THE WEEK: Bear's Den - Website | Facebook...

Jan 20, 201836 minEp. 25
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