In this podcast episode #185, co-hosts Dr. William Smith & Kenya M. Johnson end the fall season by discussing "7 Kinds of Music Releases to do in 2022." From releasing your hottest single to releasing a cover song that has your signature sound, be sure to listen to this special end of the year episode to learn how to prepare for next year musically as an independent artist. Also, both co-hosts share their favorite episode of his season so you can go back and take an additional listen. Music Tip ...
Dec 13, 2021•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this podcast episode #184, Kenya McGuire Johnson talks about how to build an engaging community within your artist/music group. Three main concepts of engagement are discussed including connection, contribution, and collaboration. Kenya also shares ways to increase engagement including the use of memes, videos, Q & A's, challenges and even having your audience chime in on their expertise who may be able to contribute to a project you're developing. Show Links: Music Tip – Wisdom App: www.join...
Dec 06, 2021•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is a replay of Podcast 166 – The Value of Resetting which originally aired on March 21, 2021. Dr. William Smith & Kenya M. Johnson discuss “The Value of Resetting” in this week’s podcast episode 166. Dr. Smith shares a recent quote by Serena Williams’ husband Alexis Ohanian regarding working as hard in his career as he does in his personal life. The conversation explores the importance of artists “resetting” and placing equivalent time between developing themselves personally and artistical...
Nov 29, 2021•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast John Waupsh, founder and CEO of Nerve, the first banking app for musicians, is our special guest in this week's podcast episode #182. John shares a plethora of valuable information as it relates to the creation of Nerve banking app which is created and designed for musicians, particularly those who are independent. John explains his background in the music industry, financial technology and how such expertise led to the creation of this dynamic new banking app. Listeners will receive information...
Nov 21, 2021•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week's podcast, Dr. William E Smith gives insights on what the metaverse is and how you can position your music business to take advantage of this exciting new opportunity. He talks about what the metaverse is and how it’s related to blockchain technology and what perspective you need to have in order to create your own opportunities in the metaverse. www.makingmoneyinthemusicbiz.com
Nov 14, 2021•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast OneOf, the green NFT marketplace built for music, co-founders Adam Fell and Joshua James are our special guests in this week's podcast episode #180. In addition to Adam Fell and Joshua James, OneOf also includes co-founder Lin Dai, who wasn't a part of our interview but who is an integral part of the dynamic trio. Adam Fell is the President of Quincy Jones Productions and Joshua James is the co-founder and CEO of ZIG Media, acquired in 2019 by Media Rights Capital (Billboard, Hollywood Reporter,...
Nov 08, 2021•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Director of Marketing for CDBaby Canada and Founder of Indie Week, Darryl Hurs is our special guest in this week's podcast episode #179. Darryl shares a plethora of valuable information as it relates to the new age of virtual conferences and DIY opportunities available for today's independent artists. Darryl also explains the importance of building community online and how it impacts the growth of a musician's business as well as their artistry. Listeners will receive information on how they can...
Oct 31, 2021•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this podcast episode #178, Dr. William Smith & Kenya M. Johnson discuss the power of using your intuition when building and establishing your music business. They share their personal experiences using intuition, steps to connect more with your intuition and various resources to help with learning more about intuition and how to utilize it in a valuable way. Listeners will learn strategies of how to recognize when intuition is working in your favor and how to build a music business that's in ...
Oct 25, 2021•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this podcast episode #177, Kenya M. Johnson talks about the power and importance of musicians continuing to build their email lists or start one if they are just beginning as an independent artist. With the recent technical difficulties causing Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp to shut down, independent artists need to re-evaluate their dependence on social media platforms and build as well as expand the use of their email lists. Listeners will learn strategies of how to build their email list...
Oct 18, 2021•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this podcast episode Dr. William E. Smith talks about using the infinite banking concept to finance your music projects, tours and big expenses. He covers how Walt Disney and Ray Kroc the founder of McDonald’s used this concept to fund their activities and how you too can “recapture” your wealth and grow it to sustain your music business. http://makingmoneyinthemusicbiz.com/
Oct 09, 2021•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Co-hosts Dr. William Smith & Kenya M. Johnson return for the fall season by discussing "Where are we now? Making Money in the Music Business" in episode #175. They discuss the various changes in the music industry that have occurred since the pandemic as well as innovative ways to continue to make money in today's music industry. Also, they explore ways musicians can improve their business acumen while also building new relationships in diverse communities to ultimately create new pathways of re...
Oct 04, 2021•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Co-hosts Dr. William Smith & Kenya M. Johnson discuss "6 Tips for Songwriter's Block" in the last episode of the season, episode #174. They discuss valuable methods to overcome writer's block when you're authoring and/or composing an original song. Be sure to tune in to gain new tips and strategies to overcome obstacles and become more creative during the songwriting process. www.makingmoneyinthemusicbiz.com
May 23, 2021•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Musician/producer Wil Key is our special guest in this podcast episode #173. Wil discusses his dynamic journey in music beginning as a child who comes from an extremely musical family. Having played the keys from a young age, Wil admits doing music as a career has always been his goal and explains the various pathways he's taken within the music industry. From attending Howard University as a music major to building recording studios to teaching to songwriting and now doing more performance, Wil...
May 16, 2021•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Soul/funk/r&b songstress Deborah Bond is our special guest in this podcast episode #172. Deborah returns to our podcast to discuss her new album Compass, how she has coped during the pandemic and her newly elected role in the D.C. Chapter of the Recording Academy (Grammy/NARAS). Deborah continues to inspire us with her authenticity and transparency as it relates to being an artist. In addition, she shares how her music business is one that is both fluid and strategic. Listeners will receive anot...
May 09, 2021•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Co-hosts Dr. William Smith & Kenya M. Johnson discuss the topic "Transitioning from Virtual to In-Person Gigs" in episode #170. They discuss important considerations for artists to consider including revising contracts to reflect current COVID-19 conditions, outdoor versus indoor performances, venue precautions, options to do live streaming during in-person concerts and taking the necessary time to think through all matters carefully. http://makingmoneyinthemusicbiz.com/
May 01, 2021•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Co-hosts Dr. William Smith & Kenya M. Johnson discuss the topic "When is it Time to Level Up?" in episode #170. They discuss how artists can determine when it's time to go to a higher level within their music careers. Important aspects like expanding your team or brand, increasing your revenue, needing greater professional representation (manager, booking agent) or simply expanding what you do and shifting into other career interests are all explored in this dynamic discussion that listeners are...
Apr 25, 2021•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Musician and entrepreneur Bree Noble is our special guest in this week's podcast episode #169. Bree shares her eclectic journey in music including beginning as an aspiring singer transformed into a dynamic music industry entrepreneur. Her story includes one that involved her taking many leaps of faith to pursue her passion of being a musician full time. From touring to becoming an arts administrator to now owning her company, Profitable Musician, LLC, Bree has a wealth of experience in the music...
Apr 18, 2021•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Co-hosts Dr. William Smith & Kenya M. Johnson discuss the topic "How Will NFT's Impact the Music Industry" in episode #168. They discuss the newest crypto currency, "non-fungible token" including: What are NFT's? What are the pro's and cons? When should artists consider using NFT's and when not? Similarly, co-hosts explore and provide advice to listeners about how to determine whether or not NFT's may be an additional stream of income to consider integrating in their music business. http://makin...
Apr 10, 2021•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Producer/mixing engineer Spencer Short a.k.a. "Issa Goldyyy" is our next featured "Artist on the Rise" in this week's podcast episode #167. Goldyyy is a current student at Bowie State University studying music production and technology. Similarly, he is an emerging young producer and mixing engineer. During our discussion, Goldyyy shares that he is a musician whose primary instrument is trombone and while school is a main focus, he is also extremely dedicated to developing his artistry as a new ...
Mar 29, 2021•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. William Smith & Kenya M. Johnson discuss "The Value of Resetting" in this week's podcast episode 166. Dr. Smith shares a recent quote by Serena Williams' husband Alexis Ohanian regarding working as hard in his career as he does in his personal life. The conversation explores the importance of artists "resetting" and placing equivalent time between developing themselves personally and artistically. Each co-host shares their own personal experiences with having to reset and nurture aspects of ...
Mar 21, 2021•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast Singer/songwriter & recording artist Carmen Rodgers is our special guest in this week's podcast episode #165. Carmen shares her dynamic journey as an artist including being considered for multiple major labels at the start of her music career to making the decision to be an independent artist in order to stand strong in her gift and craft. She began singing at the age of two (before talking) and has never stopped. Her debut album Free is highly acclaimed and from there she has released 3 subsequ...
Mar 14, 2021•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Co-hosts Dr. William Smith & Kenya M. Johnson discuss the topic "Is Clubhouse the New Powerhouse for Networking?" in episode #164. The newest social media platform "Clubhouse" is discussed including: What is Clubhouse? What are the pro's and cons? Why should artists consider joining? Similarly, co-hosts explore and provide advice to listeners about how to improve their communication skills in order to meet the needs of today's evolving networking in virtual environments. Music Tip: https://buffe...
Mar 06, 2021•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Singer, songwriter, composer, multi-instrumentalist and music producer Angela Johnson is our special guest in this week's podcast episode #163. Angela shares her dynamic journey as an artist beginning with being surrounded by a family full of musicians. While her primary instrument was violin for most of her adolescence and early adulthood, once going to college and being exposed to other aspects of music her musical interest shifted towards music production. Angela shares her experiences of bei...
Feb 28, 2021•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Vocalist & recording artist Cecily is our special guest in this week's podcast episode #162. Cecily shares her dynamic journey as an artist beginning with being raised in a family who loved and continually exposed her to music. From adolescence, having been heavily involved in music programs and choirs, to young adulthood participating in open mics and jam sessions, Cecily provides an eclectic view of what has made her into a consummate vocalist and musician. She also shares how the pandemic has...
Feb 21, 2021•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sound engineer & music producer Nate Slackz is our special guest in this week's podcast episode #161. Nate shares his dynamic journey as a young producer and owner of a recording studio. From his early childhood of loving various genres of music and teaching himself various instruments, to leaving high school early, to being a current Bowie State University student, to building an independent recording studio, Nate provides a truly insightful conversation about the importance of resilience and h...
Feb 14, 2021•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Singer/songwriter Ashley Scott is our next featured "Artist on the Rise" in this week's podcast episode #160. Ashley is a Philly-based artist who has a rich family background in music including his aunt, Helen Scott, who is a part of the legendary female soul group The Three Degrees. Having grown up in a household of classic soul, Ashley discussed his journey in music including being a music major and graduate of Howard University, keeping his classic sound, doing venue management and assisting ...
Feb 07, 2021•41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Tracye Eileen, a jazz and soul singer, does a "follow up" interview in this week's podcast episode #159. Tracye returns after two years almost to the exact date (original episode #70 January 2019) to share all of her wonderful updates including releasing a new EP. The new project includes singles that have charted on multiple smooth jazz radio charts and have radio airplay internationally all during the COVID pandemic. Tracye shares specific strategies she used to not only meet her music goals, ...
Jan 31, 2021•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Singer/songwriter and creative entrepreneur Drea D'Nur is our special guest in this week's podcast episode #158. Drea shares her dynamic journey as an incredible artist who has deep roots in the spirit of music and creativity. From singing and playing piano since childhood to now performing internationally, producing music videos, running a holistic food pantry and raising a family of 5 children, Drea has clearly had a plethora of rich experiences that inform her artistry and business acumen. We...
Jan 23, 2021•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Musician/producer Todd Moultrie of Jazzgroupiez is our special guest in this week's podcast episode #157. Todd shares his dynamic journey as a music enthusiast and producer including how he started in the business making beats for a variety of hip hop artists most notably Master P. After years of producing hip hop beat productions and feeling burned out due to not generating enough income, he decided to take a break from music. The break allowed him to fall back in love with music, particularly ...
Jan 18, 2021•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast In the new season opening podcast episode 156, co-hosts Dr. William Smith and Kenya M. Johnson discuss the impact of current trends and topics in the music industry as we continue to endure the pandemic and its effects. Such topics as mainstream celebrity artists selling their catalogs and the side effects of COVID on singers and musicians are explored. Listeners will gain perspective on how artists continue to push through this challenging time in the music industry. Also, the podcast has a NEW...
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