The Music Survival Guide Podcast

This week I'm chatting with Stu and Luke of White Raven Down. Join Phil for a chat as we cover: The future of the music industry - what needs to change Crazy stories from the road The time they won a battle of the bands (without the entire band realising it was a contest!) The band can be found here:  White Raven Down Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow u...

Facebook groups are a great place to be, and if you're not using them, you are seriously missing out. This week I discuss: How to be an asset to a Facebook group (and not a drain) How to find the best Facebook groups to join What to post How to start a band Facebook Group How to build a genuine collection of fans Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on...

This week's interview is with William Young - vocalist with Defences. We chat about all sorts in this one, including: How to practically share a stage with another singer Changing a bands sound How to work to people's strengths when doing behind the scenes band admin! For more information on Defences, find them on Facebook here . Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come...

I thought I'd kick off the year by talking about... well... myself! It's good to know what mixing engineers need to make the best mix of your music, so this week is a discussion about: Managing expectations ahead of time with your engineer Logical naming of tracks Exporting stems effectively Sharing critical session information Organising your files If you're interested in being one of the 3 bands...

It's the holidays... so relax! Join Phil for a discussion around: Making sure you rest properly Avoiding burnout Setting yourself up for a better 2021. Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at:  www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at:  Phil@vortissoundstudios.c...

This week's interview is with Apostolos & Roman of Hunted By Elephants. Join Phil for a chat as we cover: Looking back on what the guys would change if they started again Making a good impression at gigs to be asked back Recording or gigging first The band can be found here: Hunted By Elephants Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are a...

Well... 2020 has been a year hasn't it! This week Phil takes you through an exercise to do by yourself or with bandmates to focus and reflect on the year, what went well (and what didn't) and how to take that learning into developing yourself in 2021. Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page...

This week's interview is with  Raz White, one of the organising team for the Call of The Wild Festival. Join Raz and Phil for a wide ranging discussion on: How festivals are actually organised How Raz finds bands to play at the festival How to get organised as a band when playing a festival. For more information on the Festival, including where to book go to their website: CallOfTheWildFestival.co...

Stage Presence! There's more to it than just leaping around to your music (although it can include that!) Join Phil for a discussion around stage presence, how to work out what to do with your band and make the most of your style. Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at:...

This week's interview is with Hugo, Justin & Sarah - 3/4 of Land Captains. Join Phil for an in-depth chat, we cover: Writing an effective advert to find band members Self-Producing your music Proper warming up for gigs The band can be found here: Land Captains Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phi...

It's an uncertain time in the world. Where I am in England we're in the midst of a second month-long lockdown. It's easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed, but here's a strategy which may just help you in the days and weeks ahead... Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at...

This week's interview is with Charlie Dowzell, guitarist and singer with Sail. Join Phil and Charlie for an in-depth chat, we cover: Going to a producer for recording How to properly prepare for a gig - including Charlie brekaing 5 guitar strings in a single set Bringing personality to what you post and present the world How to provide variety in your online content in lockdown The band can be fou...

Building a contacts list in your local area doesn't have to be sleazy feeling, or cheesy. It's quite simple, but takes TIME! Join Phil this week as he discusses various ways to reach out to and build relationships with the people you want to know. Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil...

When choosing to record your music, there's many important choices to be made, but have you considered Residential Studios? This week Phil and Joe discuss residential vs non-residential studios, working in a lock-in studio, and the creative power of the countryside. Plus Joe shares some sad news... Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We a...

You need an EPK, it's as simple as that! If you don't have one, then make it! Join Phil as he discusses: Why you need an EPK What to include in an EPK Where to put your EPK Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Joe's Page Phil's Page Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at:  Joe...

Unbelievably it's been 7 months since lockdown started in the UK. But with gigs not common, and time marching on, what should you be doing to move forward creatively with your band? This week Phil and Joe discuss recording, rehearsals and the power of rest! As promised, this is Dick Strawbridge ! Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are...

Time Management! It's so easy to do too much and get burned out, but what should be a priority? And how should you work it out? Join Phil as he discusses: How to plan effective band rehearsals How to organise a gig schedule that works for you Balancing band/dayjob/relaxing Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guid...

Tik Tok - everyone's talking about it (well all the young people!), but is it actually useful for bands? Is it worth getting in early or waiting for it to grow? This week Phil and Joe discuss getting on board before it's too late, working out how to use tiktok and how it might be the thing you need to grow.  This week's band of the week is A Joker Among Thieves . Join us on our Facebook Group:  Mu...

Facebook has announced some rule changes around music for the beginning of October, and they are pretty big! This week Phil sets out what the rules are, what they mean and what it could mean for the future of music on Facebook. Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Joe's Page Phil's Page Joe can be fo...

You've released an album, it's all very exciting! But what next? Of course! Vinyl! But tread carefully, and listen to this episode before you make that order, just in case you end up with hundreds of vinyl in your cupboard. This week Phil and Joe discuss the best way to release vinyl, if you should even do it at all, and how to gauge interest before you spend money. The band of the week this week...

The Music Industry has had something of a challenging time this year. This week Phil & Joe sit down to discuss the situation, the way forward and what you can do about it.  Note: a scheduling error means this is technically episode 51, not 50 as advertised, sorry! Southbank Crows' new album can be found here Join us on our Facebook group at:  www.facebook.com/groups/musicsgcommunity Come and follo...

You have your favourite music, you know the stuff, it just makes you feel happy - you've probably been listening to it for years. But is that limiting you rather than helping you? This week Phil discusses listening to new music outside your comfort zone, how to analyse and take useful bits to expand your tastes and writing. Join us on our Facebook group at:  www.facebook.com/groups/musicsgcommunit...

So Daniel Ek has said some things, and lots of discussion has arisen from Spotify's systems. What can we actually do? How can you make the most of your music? This week Phil and Joe discuss exclusivity, subscription services and the power of innovative thinking. Join us on our Facebook group at:  www.facebook.com/groups/musicsgcommunity Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Gu...

THAT Spotify Statement, you know the one from Daniel Ek. This week Joe breaks down his thoughts on what it means and what to do about it. Join us on our Facebook Group:  Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Joe's Page Phil's Page Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at:  Joe@nevisaudio.com Phil can be found a...

This week we've got an interview with the manager of Hell's Addiction - David. Join Phil and David for a really in-depth chat about the music industry, treating your band as a business and making the most of social media.    The artist featured this week is Hell's Addiction .   Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Joe's Page Phil's Page   Joe can be found at:  w...