The Music Industry Blueprint Podcast

Today you will be introduced to the female version of Rick...

Russell Brunson from Click Funnels says it best "Hook, Story, Offer." Listen in on how I use that same strategy with one of my coaching clients EPIC The Band. Take Free Assessment at http://www.rickbarker.com/assessment Learn more about Rick at www.linktr.ee/rickbarkermusic

Yes, you might be too old!

Brand new TV show featuring the Songwriters called Songland. My thoughts and the origin story.... Connect with Rick, grab a free copy of his book at http://www.linktr.ee/rickbarkermusic

If you are not using this technology as an Indie Artist, you are missing out.

This situation that happened this weekend has changed the way I approach certain things...

What does your Digital Footprint say about you?

If you want to win as an artist today, you must come to grips with the fact that you are a Marketer!

Recently I was a featured Keynote Speaker at CMW. As most of you know, I teach Social Media Engagement. In the audience was the person that Taylor Swift used as her muse for the song Mean. What he saw compared to what an actual musician in the audience saw, is mind blowing... Connect with Rick

Great conversation with Producer Andre Kaden Black!

Meet Artist Alli Walker a perfect example of this business is a Marathon NOT a Sprint!

While in Toronto giving a Keynote Presentation at Canadian Music Week, I decided to host an impromptu meet up.

What I learned this week from Gary Vaynerchuck!

In this episode, we talk about using other's successes and failures to move your career forward! https://rickbarker.com/assessment RESOURCES: Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist Assessment Connect with Rick: Contact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com if you have ideas for future episode ideas.

In this episode, we talk about what sacrifices you are willing to make to get results!https://rickbarker.com/assessmentRESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterContact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com if you have ideas for future episode idea...

In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of one of my coaching calls. Some amazing questions from my clients.http://www.ricksfreebook.comRESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterContact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com if you have ideas...

I was invited to answer questions with Martin Sutton of Songwriting Academy and some of his students. We cover some great topics!www.songwritingacademy.comRESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterContact: podcast@musicindustryblueprint.com if yo...

Make sure you're evaluating opportunities by considering the effects it will have on your brand. It's okay to say no if it doesn't line up with what you stand for or what you want to promote as a part of yourself. 👊🏻 It's important to make sure there's value in the collaborations you take part in and that it actually makes sense. RESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free...

I am so excited to chat with Bree and talk about the next Profitable Musician Summit. Over 30 amazing folks share tips and strategies to take your career to the next level. Profitable Musician Summit 2019 Free RegistrationRESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInsta...

In this episode I get to speak with a good friend of mine David Hooper about his new book "Big Podcast." Join us as we talk about some of the best practices for podcasting and we even bust each others chops a bit. Very fun and informative episode.https://www.bigpodcast.comRESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hou...

I have been trying for years to wrap my head around music publishing. Who to sign up with, why I need to sign up, who collects my money, how to do this, how to do that. Thankfully I met the folks at Songtrust and Elizabeth has saved me, which in return will save all of you! Links from Episode:Home: www.songtrust.comEvents: www.songtrust.com/eventsBlog: www.blog.songtrust.comHelp Center: help.songt...

In life we have are ups and we have our downs. We start strong and fail to finish. Things we can do to make sure we finish strong.....Beat AcademyMaster Music Licensing RESOURCES:Grab a FREE Copy of my book "$150,000 Music Degree" Free Training “How To Become A Social Media Ninja In Under An Hour.”Artist AssessmentConnect with Rick:FacebookInstagramYoutubeTwitterContact: podcast@musicindustrybluep...

Do you feel like you're savvy with the business side of the music industry? Do you find yourself only focusing on the creative and ignoring marketing, sales, social media, etc.? Don't want to be taken advantage of in this business? Yael Meyer and Rick Barker talk about the importance of learning the business side of the industry and how to be smart and educate yourself so that you can make a livin...

You heard the phrase "Don't put all your eggs in one basket." That came true a couple days before the recording of this episode. Facebook and Instagram went down for over 10 hours. Everyone who's business model resolves solely on Facebook and Instagram ads, was crushed. This is why we diversify! Check out the Gary Vee Collection at https://www.kswiss.comAnd be sure to follow them on social media. ...

Want to be productive? Stop complaining and take action. Get out there and do it. Expect to get coaching for free? You don't expect people to listen to your music for free, so don't expect me to only hand out freebies. Just as you're making a living, I am too. Are you holding back on joining one of my coaching programs because you're concerned with when you'll see a return on your investment? Peop...