The Music Survival Guide Podcast

Spotify Wrapped and the Comparison Trap (REPOST)

REPOST FROM 2023 - it's too helpful!

Spotify Wrapped is useful... or is it? Join Phil for a discussion on this tool, how it might be helpful and how it may be seriously damaging to you.

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Make Your Music Visible!

How easy is it to find your music when people discover you on social media? It should be as EASY AS POSSIBLE!

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The 'Look Up From Your Pint' Moment (Sabotage Interview)

This week Phil is talking with most of Sabotage. We discuss:

- Organising rehearsal time effectively
- Dealing with difficult gig situations
- The 'Look up from your pint' moment

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Grabbing (and retaining) Attention Online

Social media sucks! But it's essential in this day and age whether we're happy about that or not. Work out how to harness it for yourself and build a fanbase.

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Bringing Your Own Hype (Ronin Veins Interview)

This week Phil is talking with Alex and Dan of Ronin Veins! We discuss:

- Brining their own hype to each gig to make the atmosphere
- Building their own music festival to build a scene around them
- Spending a mad day filming 4 music videos in 16 hours!

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Locked In: The Art of Playing Tight

The mythical goal of being a 'tight' band, what does it mean? And how can you get there? Join Phil for a discussion about tightness, energy and listening to what other band members are playing.

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The Email That Opened Doors (Marc - Let Man Loose Interview)

This is a fun one. I'm in discussion with Marc of Let Man Loose - a crazy story how an email led to supporting Queens of The Stone Age at their festival!

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The Little Extras That Make A Quality Production

Bands producing themselves at home is great, it's democratised creativity in the studio, but have you considered the extras, the ear candy that can elevate a production? In this episode Phil discusses those extra touches that can make your next release that little bit better

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Running A Recording Studio (David - Red City Recordings Interview)

This week Phil is talking with David, the Producer and owner of Red City Studios in Manchester. We discuss:

- How David got started and stumbled upon an ideal studio space
- How he works collaboratively with bands to develop songs as their biggest fan
- Tuning toms to match the song
- Building trust with bands over time

The Silver Lines - Hotel Room
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Limitations Unlock Creativity

Putting boundaries on yourself can unlock creativity you didn't previously know existed! In this mini episode Phil suggests a few ways you can find your creativity through limitations and how they help.

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