Sync Gems

In this episode we explore a wide range of topics including understanding the perfect placement for your music, the growing demand for vocals by publishers, effective strategies for navigating the sync music business, the importance of clear communication with publishers, lesser-known insights that can elevate your sync music game, and the vital art of balancing creativity with the business side o...

On this episode we delve into the intriguing realm of collaboration, exploring the hows and whys, the importance of actively meeting people face to face, and the delicate balance between quantity and quality in sync. We'll also uncover the secrets behind writing for indie films, discussing the intricacies of payment, how to break into scoring for indie projects, and the age-old debate of working f...

This time we sit down with the talented Marcus Manderson, an emerging force in the sync world who recently celebrated his first collaboration with Disney. With an unwavering determination to achieve greatness, Marcus shares his invaluable insights into the art of networking, revealing the transformative power of reaching out and cultivating connections with the best in the business. Get ready to b...

On this episode Shalev shares his remarkable experience of landing a coveted position in Hans Zimmer's studio after just three months in Los Angeles, recording renowned artists like Nick Jonas, Busta Rhymes, Zara Larsson, and 2chains. He also assisted some of the top mixing engineers and he breaks down how he did it. He also opens up about working as an editor for Disney, the challenges of working...

On this episode we are going to explore the subject of health, why are a lot of composers not healthy and what can we do to combat these health deficiencies? Are you waking up tired? are you feeling groggy and tired? do you have bad eating habits? maybe binging?   Well you may get a few answers to these questions here on this podcast. It’s really a short one but if you guys get value from it pleas...

On This episode we talk about Dee Kei's journey From working 16 hour days, to achieving his dreams after one year in LA to discovering he was actually miserable- Dee Kei explains his lessons learned and philosophy around setting clear boundaries to actually achieve happiness.  He also sheds light on why most people don't have what it takes to create success for themselves and why sacrificing succe...

This podcast was recorded because of my 32nd bday and the understanding that came to me as I turn a new page in my life, and embark on new adventures. This is more about my downloads and understanding from the roller coster ride life has been taking me on in this past decade or so   I hope this will be of value to you :)   Let me know what you think

With placements in major productions such as Guardians of the Galaxy 3, The Witcher, Woke, Rap caviar presents (and more) Lionel Fabert's expertise is not to be missed. On this episode  Lionel discusses his unique approach to making music, the way he sticks out, as well as his thoughts on the future of AI in music composition. He also shares valuable insights into how to stand out in the competiti...

In this episode of Sync Gems, we sit down with Noam Levinberg, the head of the audio department at Artlist, to discuss his passion for audio and the secrets to creating the perfect music for TV and film. Levinberg has been in the music industry for over a decade, has mixed & mastered thousands of records for many names, was the head of audio in Artlist and is very passionate about what he does. He...

Are you curious about music for games? In this episode our guest Sigurd Jøhnk-Jensen shares valuable insights on how to get started making music for games. Sigurd has had amazing success in the gaming world, and in this episode, he shares how he gets regular work from games, he also shares some of the networking techniques that have helped him get to the top. He also discusses the differences betw...

In this episode Jamie Shield shares his journey in music production and how he has managed to double his savings through sync licensing. He discusses falling in love with recording, getting a call from Timbaland himself, and the power of building a strong social media presence. Jamie also emphasizes the importance of getting your music to work for you and taking charge of your career by signing "b...

In this episode, we speak with the founders of Triple Tread about the role of supervisors in helping artists succeed. The guests share their passion for assisting artists and provide insights on what supervisors look for in musicians. They discuss how to obtain briefs from supervisors and how to build and maintain strong relationships with them. In addition, the episode touches on The Guild Of Mus...

In tis episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Jordan Smith, Manager of Sync & Licensing at "Chroma Music." Jordan gave us an inside look at her work for a premium music house and shared her experiences wearing different hats in her role. Jordan also shared insights on how quotes work in trailer music houses and gave us a glimpse into the potential payouts for licensing music.  Jordan emphasi...

On this episode I talk to Sean Carter, he is an In house Audio Engineer, Music Composer, Music Supervisor, Sound Editor, & Mixer for The Washington Post, He is also a sound designer & lyricist with a very unique upbringing and inspiration. Sean has pivoted so much in his career and is really an inspiration for doing things differently. He will inspire you to carve your own path and tap into your i...

In this podcast episode, Brand X founder Tom Gire shares his inspiring journey of making a lifelong living from his music, starting from playing on cruise ships to making trailer tracks for successful campaigns like The Matrix, Harry Potter & The Last Samurai. He talks about his experiences working with Hans Zimmer and the hard lessons he learned while striving as a freelancer. Tom also shares his...

In this episode, Michael shares his incredible story of rising to huge success relatively quickly after coming back to music. He talks about his journey from leaving music completely for 5 years, to transitioning from his day job as a train conductor to a full-time composer, and eventually becoming a multi-company owner. One of the key takeaways from Michael's story is knowing what to say yes and...

In this podcast I offer my perspective about why there are so many creatives who are complaining about not having the success they deserve, why they are not getting placements, why music is hard, and why life is hard I will also offer solutions to get over these. These solutions worked for me, and for people I know and appreciate deeply   Let me know what you think about this episode via: LinkedIn...

In this episode you'll discover the importance of perseverance. With hundreds of placements in trailers, TV, games, and ads, David shares his wealth of knowledge on finding the right people to work with, building a supportive community, and practical strategies for success in the sync business. David also shares what not to do when reaching out to others, and provides tips on how to avoid burnout...

Get ready to dive into the world of custom music and learn from one of the best in the business! This week on Sync Gems, we welcome Jake Dijak, a seasoned composer, sound designer and producer with music placements in movies like "Venom," "The Desperate Hour," and on platforms like Apple TV and "The Beauty and the Geek." Whether you're a composer, producer, or simply interested in the music indust...

On todays podcast, Brian shares his story of transitioning from the Marine Corps to starting his own record labels. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship, resources, and being one's own boss. He also provides an inside perspective on the differences between the trailer and TV spaces and how PR has changed. He talks about his winning principles, shares his own "almosts" and mistakes, and share...

Today we have a successful composer in the Ad & TV space (placements in ABC, FOX, BET and more), and family person talk about Creating long term relationships, Analyzing music that is being used, productivity hacks and being efficient & able to do the reps as a family guy I’ve had so much fun making this podcast, hope you will too   1:00 Brandon Simmons   5:50 How Brandon got his tracks placed   7...

Today we talk about artistry, about intrinsic vs extrinsic motivations and more with a guy that has started scoring for films at the age of 16,  After a long time of trying he has created amazing success having his music placed in The Avengers, Aqua Man, Venom, and hundreds of commercials around the globe.   We talk about Intrinsic motivations vs extrinsic motivations, we talk about mistakes peopl...

On today's episode we take a peak behind the curtain of an up and coming publisher that has seen quite a lot of success. We talk publishing, we talk hustling, networking, doing the reps and trusting in your path to success in sync and in general Max Elefant is the CEO of Maximus Music Group (MMG), a publishing company that has had placements on HBO, Nickelodeon, Hulu, Disney and more. His hustle m...

In this episode we take a deep dive into different ways your music can be placed, and how you should approach choosing the right publisher for you. There are a lot of super practical tools in this episode so make sure to collect them gems! Grant Borland is a full time composer. He has placements in netflix, discovery, apple tv, Peacock, Universal & more. He talks publishers, how to choose them, an...

New years resolutions never worked for me. But something else did. In this episode I guide you through an exercise that has helped me to go from having $10 in my bank account to going full time in music, and living a life on my terms. I know other people who have used this technique to  manifest the lives they have always dreamed of so I put together this hands on exercise to help you kick off the...