The Steve Freeman Podcast

Most artists today have a very difficult time building and maintaining an engaged fanbase. The reason is that so many of you think that it's all about hashtags, swipe up and being perceived as bigger than you are. It's not. Here are Three Ways To Grow Your fanbase that are sure to work. It's just a question of whether or not you are willing to humble yourself and implement them!   Make Sure To Rat...

The sharks used to lurk from the shadows, now mostly reputable companies are taking part in taking advantage of aspiring songwriters and artists with quick earning music business money grabs.   Make Sure To Rate, Review & Subscribe and Follow Steve on Social Media @thestevefreeman

Steps 11 & 12 are all about responsibility and service. Are you taking personal responsibility and are you willing to be of service to others?    Make Sure To Rate, Review & Subscribe and Follow Steve on Social Media @thestevefreeman

Success in the music business requires Responsibility, Discipline and Perseverance.     Make Sure To Rate, Review & Subscribe and Follow Steve on Social Media @thestevefreeman

It is impossible to get yourself going in and staying in the right direction in the music business if you don't have Integrity, Willingness and Humility. These are the 5th, 6th and 7th Steps in the 12 Step Program for Musicians.   Make Sure To Rate, Review & Subscribe and Follow Steve on Social Media @thestevefreeman

The music business is addictive and a lot of the time we allow our pursuit of success to cloud our judgment. Step 4 of the 12 Step Program for Musicians is Courage. Admission, Hope and Faith are important, but we have to have the Courage to put all of the changes we are making into action. We also have to have the courage to see them thru.   Don't Forget To Rate, Review & Subscribe and Follow Stev...

Step 3 of the 12 Step Program For Musicians is all about Faith. We have to have Faith and/or confidence in the new decisions and commitments we are making, but Faith is an action word.    Don't Forget To Rate, Review & Subscribe and Follow Steve on Social Media @thestevefreeman

The music business is addictive and you have to take control or it will control you. In today's episode of the series, the 12 Step Program for Musicians Step 2, we talk about having Hope in moving in a new direction with confidence that we will change our direction and find success. Don't Forget To Rate, Review & Subscribe and Follow Steve on Social Media @thestevefreeman

Today’s episode kicks off a 12 Part Series, the 12 Step Program For Musicians. Make no mistake, this business is as addictive as any drug or habit, but taking control starts with making the first step, Admitting You Have a Problem and That You Don't Know What You Are Doing. Don't Forget To Rate, Review & Subscribe and Follow Steve on Social Media @thestevefreeman

There are 3 fundamentals and/or keys to success in the music business. You can't succeed without possessing and using all three simultaneously. Having and mastering any combination without the trifecta will spell failure. Can you identify what key or keys you are missing?

There is a significant danger to putting yourself in a box and labeling the outside with a specific description of its contents. When we do, we remove all desire for discovery and adventure by potential fans. So what should you do to acquire peoples interest? 

Happy Independents Day. Yes, I spelled it that way for a reason. So many consider "Independent" to be a negative word in the music business, one that carries with it a perceived perception of lesser value and quality. I disagree and think the title is a badge of honor. 

The drama between Taylor Swift. Scooter Braun, Scott Borchetta and the sale of Big Machine Records has hit the fan and other artists like Justin Bieber, Halsey and Demi Lovato are weighing in. What is it all about and what does it mean for the music industry? Find out in this episode of The Steve Freeman Podcast.

It sounds crazy, but I'm convinced that most of us are actually afraid to achieve our goals, find out the reason why in today's episode!

I believe that most of us have placed too specific of description or definition of success for ourselves. So much so that when it comes, we may not recognize it. You can't realize it unless you recognize it!

Songs are stolen from unknown and unsigned writers every day, it's just a fact, but the reason it's allowed to happen is just one of the dirty truths about songwriting and the music business. 

So many artists and songwriters are trying to find a way to work less and succeed more. There are plenty of self-help guru's preaching that it's possible, but is there really a way to fast-track your success? That's the topic of today's episode!

Why is everyone so afraid of being unique and standing out? If you want to get noticed and be remembered you have to stand out and actually be memorable.

I find that most unsigned and independent artists make these 3 huge mistakes and it's generally what keeps them from the success they deserve.

This episode I dive into the importance of implementing a short term, 90 Day Success Strategy into your daily life and business. 

Sometimes we can't help burning bridges in our personal lives and in our business. The reason, we are human, but what we do with the lesson learned will allow the glow from the flames to light our way forward

The music business is a relationship business. You have to have them, but what is the best way to build, maintain and actually get those relationships to benefit you and your goals? Once more, making the RIGHT relationships is everything! 

The new show from NBC, Songland, that focuses on emerging songwriters is asking potential contestants to sign away 100% of the copyrights to songs to be on the show. The High Price of Fame has never been higher and what that means for songwriters is the topic of today's Steve Freeman Podcast.

It's important to have dreams and goals, but there is a difference. The most important part of the achievement process is actually setting obtainable goals and putting an action plan in place and to work on a daily basis.

Are you doing a lot, but not getting a lot done? If you are hustling and grinding but the scenery never changes, you are on the treadmill. You might get fit, but you won't go anywhere or get closer to your destination.