The Music Survival Guide Podcast

Following Musical Instincts in Mastering (Izzy McPhee Interview)

This week Phil is talking with Izzy McPhee - part of the Weird Jungle mastering collective. We talk about finding her place in the music scene, following her musical instincts when mastering, and investing in the important equipment you need to harness your skills.

Izzy McPhee on Instagram

Dreamwife Music
Amahla Music
Saffron
2% Rising

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Being 'In The Pocket'

What does it mean to be 'in the pocket', how can you get better at it? Join Phil for a little discussion on this essential but under-discussed skill.

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Redefining Your Sound (November Now Interview)

This week Phil is talking with November Now. We discuss taking time to find and define your sound, song writing and trusting your instincts and the challenges of gigging in London,

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Musical Mistakes (and how to handle them)

When stuff goes wrong it sucks, right? But there are practical steps you can do. In this mini-episode Phil discusses:

• How to handle mistakes in a gig
• Should you ignore it or make a joke of it
• What to do when your release doesn't go to plan, or if a gig doesn't go well
• How do you learn from your mistakes?
• What you can do better
• What can you do NOW to fix it?
• What ISN'T in your control and cannot be fixed?

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Buses, Rehearsals and WhatsApp - This New Dawn Interview

This week Phil chats with all of This New Dawn. In this wide ranging (and relatively unserious) chat we talk about demoing music in the rehearsal room, the band whatsapp (how its used and misused) and of course, writing lyrics on the bus.

Pesave the new single 'Wasted' here

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Make The Most Of Your Song, Focus On Arrangement

Arrangement can make or break your song, how much do you think about it? Join Phil for a discussion on arrangement, making the most of your music and the use of tension in your song.

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DIY Band Life (When They Riot Interview)

This week Phil chats with Luke and Tom of When They Riot. We discuss, writing lyrics after the music has been written, using Pirate Studios for rehearsal and recording and, of course, the mystery of the folding guitar!

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REPOST: Using Limited Time Wisely

This is a repost from an episode originally uploaded in January 2024 whilst I'm on holiday. It still holds true now!

Well here we are in 2024! You have limited time to work on music, do you use it well? Join Phil for a brief discussion on tightening up your music time.

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Late Night Lightning and Cupboard Life (Electric Black Interview)

In this episode, Phil talks with Matt and Jonny of Electric Black. We discuss

1. How the pandemic was a good restart point
2. Testing out a producer with a smaller release before a full album
3. Getting to grips with social media in the modern world

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To Sum Up 2024

Here we are hurtling to the end of the year! What should you consider? How can you plan for the year ahead. Join Phil for a ramble through a few topics

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