Artist Coaching Podcast

In this episode, we discuss our nostalgia for MySpace and the rise and fall of the platform. We also reminisce about LimeWire and the era of downloading music. The conversation then shifts to a review of the Ultra Live Sets and the emergence of drum and bass in mainstream music. We discuss the diversity of lineups at music festivals and the appreciation for drum and bass as a genre. We discuss the...

In this episode, we talk about a Dutch rapper who is setting up a protest against his record label. We talk about why the deals between artists and labels are unfair and how you can deal with it as an artist. We also answer questions from the Discord Community! (00:00) Introduction and Catching Up (02:57) Ronnie Flex's Protest Against Record Label (08:54) Low Royalties in the Music Industry (1...

In this episode, we answer questions from the community about sending demos to labels, managing time effectively, negotiating with major labels, choosing the right label for a release, and bringing a boring drop to life. We also share their most embarrassing moments on tour! (00:00) Introduction (03:10) Best Way to Send a Demo (10:10) Time Management (24:05) Choosing a Label (27:38) Bringing a Bor...

In this episode, Ralph, Joey, and Jobke discuss various topics.. We go from left to right but in short, we covered topics such as the influence of the Swedish House Mafia on the fashion of DJs, favorite festivals, authenticity and the power of doing physical work. (00:00) Intro (01:30) Appearance and style (23:47) Swedish fashion and influence (28:17) Challenges with ticketing and venue capacity (...

It's time for a brand-new episode full of wisdom bombs. The club is complete again, Jay recovered from his severe man flue and Ralph is sharp as ever. In this episode, we discuss topics such as running a business as an artist, knowing when you are in an 'everyone is a genius' phase, AI music producer tools and we answer questions from the community! (00:00) Introduction and Jay's R...

This is a recording of the bi-weekly Q&A sessions that we host in our Discord. If you are not a part of that Discord yet but you want in, make sure to click HERE . Want to get coached by us? https://www.artistcoaching.nl/waitinglist/

In this conversation, Joey and Ralph discuss various topics related to the music industry. They start by talking about the diversity in music festivals and how artists can stay relevant. The conversation touches on the evolution of the music scene, the resurgence of old-school sounds, and the importance of taking a leap of faith. They conclude by discussing the process of making decisions and deal...

In this episode, Joey talks with Jay Hardway & Jay (The Him) about his journey in the music industry. They discuss the evolution of his sound, the importance of finishing tracks, transitioning to solo work, the impact of content creation, and the changing role of social media. We also talk about the release of his plugin, Subninja! (00:00) Introduction (02:36) How The Him started (08:08) Evolu...

In this episode, we talk with Dannic! We talk about several topics that have been asked by community members of the Artist Coaching Discord. (00:00) Introduction and Fonk Radio (03:00) Evolution of Dannic's Career (11:16) Starting as DJ Daan and Becoming Dannic (19:27) Transition from Funkadelic to Dannic (22:54) Changes in the Music Industry (27:09) Music Production Process Join the Artist Co...

In this episode, we talk about regretting passing on demos that became hit records (Ralph and Jay passed on a few tracks that you might know by now), why everyone is making bootlegs instead of originals, and how an artist gets booked at Tomorrowland this year because both Jay and Ralph are playing there this year! (00:00) Introduction (05:15) Missed Opportunities (07:12) Unfair Deals (15:21) Lack...

In this episode, we discuss various topics including Coldplay's sustainability report, Reinier Zonneveld's AI project, and how to approach big artists for collaborations. They also explore the idea of taking advantage of a release on a major label. The conversation highlights the importance of building a community, sending demos, not dwelling on rejections and the need for artists to conti...

In this conversation, Daan, Joey, and Ralph discuss various topics related to the DJing and music industry. They talk about managing expectations at festivals, dealing with negative feedback, meeting idols, and the revival of early EDM days. They also discuss the blurring boundaries in music genres, the increase in BPM in DJ sets, and the impact of BPM on song selection. (00:00) Introduction and G...

This is a recording of the very first community Q&A in the Artist Coaching Discord. This bi-weekly event will happen live in the Discord server so if you'd like to join and ask me questions next time, make sure to join HERE . Follow us on: https://www.tiktok.com/@artistcoaching https://www.instagram.com/artistcoachingnl/

This week's episode covers our New Year's resolutions, conducting a live audit, stepping out of the comfort zone, following trends, building a true fan base, and balancing time and reward.  In this conversation, Ralph and Joey discuss various topics related to the music industry and building a brand as an artist. They talk about the shift in priorities to creating content for TikTok and re...

In this episode, Joey and Ralph discuss various topics related to the music industry and social media. They reflect on mistakes made on social media and the importance of not letting negative feedback stop you from posting. They also talk about using multiple social media platforms and the potential of YouTube Shorts. The conversation touches on the frustrations of the music industry, including th...

In this episode, Ralph, Jobke, and Joey discuss various aspects of music production and the challenges artists face. They touch on comparing oneself to others, how to deal with criticism, and the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people.  (00:00) Start (01:45) The Importance of Arrangement (09:00) Financial Instability is Common (20:00) Rejection is Inevitable (29:40) Comparing Your...

In this episode, Joey talks about the importance of finding a balance between posting content consistently and putting out music on a monthly base. It's easy to get burned out or overwhelmed, so finding a proper balance that works for you, is essential. Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn Follow us on: https://www.tiktok.com/@artistcoaching https://www....

In this episode, we talk about the current state of the music industry and if we, artists, are f*cked in the future. We talk about the Tiktokification of the industry and how it impacts creativity and building an artist's career these days. Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn Follow us on: https://www.tiktok.com/@artistcoaching https://www.instagram.com...

It’s almost impossible to miss if you are a DJ or music producer but last week was the week of the Amsterdam Dance Event. The week when artists from all over the world fly in to shake hands with each other, have drinks, network, perform, and most of all, have fun. As for many others, I was also there and wanted to share my main take aways from the past events with you.

It's almost that time of the year again... ADE is around the corner! One of the biggest music industry events of the year and it's all happening in Amsterdam. In this episode, we talk about how to prepare best for such an event as an artist. Connect with us and many other artists in the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! ⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.t...

The boys are back... This time we are discussing the topic of creating just one genre as an artist or if it’s maybe possible to release multiple genres. We talk deeper about goal setting, why it works and why it doesn’t work, and more… Connect with us and many other artists in the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn⁠⁠ Follow us on: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@artist...

In this month's Q&A session, I talk more about which video skills you should work on as an artist. I share my own artist story and tell you what I would do differently if I was still an artist these days. 🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏼 Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn 🎹 Get feedback on your music whenever you need it! Become a VIP: https://academy.artistcoaching....

The boys are back... This time we are answering some community questions related to studio routines and going deep into the mind of a music producer. Want to get professional feedback on your music? Become a VIP Feedback member! https://academy.artistcoaching.nl/p/vip-feedback/ Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn Follow us on: https://www.tiktok.com/@artist...

In this month's Q&A session, we talk more about the different release strategies such as choosing a label or DIY. We discuss what the best way is to get in touch with bigger artists and if it's smart to get a side hustle while you're building your artist career. 🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏼 Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn 🎹 Get feedback on your music w...

The beginning was a bit rough because of some internet problems by Bassjackers but after a few minutes, we were taking off! We talked about how to get exposure as an aspiring artist, the golden rules of music production according to Ralph and Jobke and a lot more... Want to get professional feedback on your music? Become a VIP Feedback member! https://academy.artistcoaching.nl/p/vip-feedback/ Join...