The Music Survival Guide Podcast

This week on the podcast we discuss understanding Instagram is a really important part of being in a band in 2020, so don't ignore it! This week Phil discusses various thoughts and tips for making the most of your instagram account. Discussed in this podcast: Phil's Instagram Joe's Instagram Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at:  Joe@nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at: ...

This week on the podcast we discuss releasing music. Albums are great, but are they really the best way to put out music in 2020? Phil and Joe this week discuss why the album model is dead (for some) and the best methods for releasing music may lay in other places. Join us for the discussion. Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at:  Joe@nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at: ...

This week on the podcast we discuss gaining a following. Why should someone follow your band? It's a tricky question and one that needs answering! Join us for the discussion here.... Mentioned in the episode: Later Scheduling App Buffer Scheduling App Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at:  Joe@nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at:  www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be em...

This week on the podcast we discuss practicing music and rehearsals! Regularly 'keeping your hand in' with your instrument is the only way to get ahead and play more complex parts. Similarly, making sure your band is well rehearsed is a great way to play better together and excel as a band. Join Joe and Phil as we discuss best practice in rehearsals. Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe ca...

This week on the podcast we discuss finding the right studio. Studios come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, sounds and budgets(!). Finding the right one for your music is so vital and cannot be overlooked. Joe and Phil discuss the things to consider when finding the perfect place to record. Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at:  Joe@nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at: ...

This week on the podcast it's a mini episode from Joe! What does the future of your band hold, where is it going? Joe asks a simple but important question for you to consider with your music in the next year. Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at:  Joe@nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at:  www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at:  Phil@vortisoundstudios.com Join...

This week on the podcast it's a mini episode for the Christmas break. Rest is an important (and often underrated) thing, this week I discuss the need to make time for rest. Join us for the discussion today... Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at:  Joe@nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at:  www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at:  Phil@vortisoundstudios.com Join...

This week on the podcast we discuss preparing for the recording studio. Heading to the studio can be a potentially daunting thing, but it doesn't have to be! A little preparation and organisation will help you achieve your best record yet. Join us for the discussion today... Discussed in this episode: Tips for preparing your best record blog post Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be...

This week on the podcast we discuss avoiding a studio meltdown. Arguments in the studio are a waste of time and money and are best avoided at all costs. We share some tips and insights into avoiding these situations and creating a better record for all! Discussed this week: How to Win Friends and Influence People (again!): Amazon Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at:  Joe...

This week on the podcast we discuss home recording studios. Having the ability to record and try things with the most precious thing (TIME) is so helpful. In this modern age of affordable recordings, what can you achieve with home recording? And what is it worth thinking about? Join us for the discussion here... Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at:  Joe@nevisaudio.com Ph...

This week on the podcast we go head to head with a hypothetical £1000 to spend on building a home studio! The costs of good quality recording have gone down and down and nowadays there's no excuse to get some professional sounding music. In this technical episode we discuss what we'd choose and why Website used to choose items: Thomann Phil's Choices: Presonus Studio 1810 SM57 Sennheiser e602 Okta...

This week on the podcast we discuss demos. Back in the old days bands recorded demos before spending long stretches recording their album, however even today demos have a use! From refining ideas to helping pre-recording practice demos are a good idea. Join us for this discussion... Sadly I couldn't find any videos for this fabled umpah Abba cover band! Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe...

This week on the podcast we discuss recording contracts. It used to be you'd write a bunch of songs, do some gigs and keep playing until you were 'discovered' by an A&R guy from a recording company. That was (and for some still is) the major goal. BUT the music industry has changed! How do you get ahead today, and is a record deal still worth it? Join us for the conversation. Joe can be found at: ...

This week on the podcast we discuss landing gigs! Picture the scene - you've started a band, you've rehearsed and you're ready to gig. What next? What's the best way of landing gigs? How do you get started? And just how do you 'style out' an email... join us for the conversation. Discussed in this episode: Bands, Promoters, Gigs UK Facebook page: Facebook Link Here Joe can be found at:  www.nevisa...

Joe is back! This week on the podcast we discuss professional communication. Over email, Facebook or Instagram getting your communication right can be the make or break for your band. Should you start with 'Dear Sir/Madam', and just what is the best way to stay on top of communications? Join us for the discussion... Discussed in this episode: How to Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital...

Phil is all alone this week! However the show goes on, this week it's a mini-discussion on creativity for musicians. Systematizing your creativity can create big wins for you down the road. Listen in as Phil shares his thoughts on the creative process. Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at:  www.vortissoundstudios.com Join us on our Facebook page at:  facebook.com/TheMusicS...

This week on the podcast we discuss getting management for your band. Getting a manager to help you develop your band and brand could be just the ticket, or it could the the last thing you need right now! Phil and Joe discuss the merits and pitfalls of seeking and hiring a manager. Join us for the conversation here. Discussed in this episode: Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be ema...

This week on the podcast we chat about self-promotion. The internet provides plenty of interesting and useful opportunities for artists, but it doesn't end there! What can you do to promote your music in a positive way? And what could damage your prospects? Join us for the conversation here. Discussed in this episode: Holistic Songwriting Youtube channel: Holistic Songwriting How to Win Friends an...

This week on the podcast Phil & Joe discuss methods of releasing music in 2019, the pitfalls and potentials that each option can offer. Discussed in this episode: Kickstarter:  www.kickstarter.com Patreon:  www.patreon.com SKAM 'Peacemaker' Video:  SKAM - Peacemaker Distrokid:  distrokid.com Spinnup:  spinnup.com Ditto:  www.dittomusic.com Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Phil can be found...

This week on the podcast Phil & Joe discuss self-promotion on social media, what to avoid and what is essential for independent musicians. Discussed items in this episode: Make the most of your Instagram social media link:  linktr.ee Optimise Instagram posting:  later.com Start a mailing list:  mailchimp.com Joe can be found at:  www.nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at:  www.vortissoundstudios.com...

A weekly podcast guiding you, the independent musician, on how to be successful in today’s music industry. As producers and mix engineers, Joe & Phil want to share the successes (and warn you of the failures) they’ve seen first hand. Before you take our advice, let us introduce ourselves… Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at:  www.vortissoundstudios.com Join us on our Faceb...