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A podcast dedicated to traversing the tricky world of music and music promotion in the 21st century. Every Wednesday Phil discusses important topics and interviews people in the music industry
A podcast dedicated to traversing the tricky world of music and music promotion in the 21st century. Every Wednesday Phil discusses important topics and interviews people in the music industry
Episodes

Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
Kyle (Ashen Reach) Interview
Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
This week it's a conversation with Kyle of Ashen Reach. Ashen Reach have exploded in the UK rock scene lately. So join myself and Kyle for a chat about giving a great live performance, how to deal with illness as a singer when gigging and (of course) Travelodge....
Ashen Reach can me found on Facebook here
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Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Rod Henderson (Just a Ride) Interview (Part 2)
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
This week we continue our interview with Rod Henderson of Just a Ride. We discuss the cost/benefit analysis of recording, hiring a producer and agreeing decisions as a band.
Just A Ride can me found on Facebook here
Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community
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Phil's Page
Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Rod Henderson (Just A Ride) Interview (Part 1)
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
This week it's a conversation with Rod Henderson of Just a Ride. We discuss Rod's crazy story of young musical success, how the band approach rehearsals and their crazy gig story - it gets worse the more it goes on.
Just A Ride can me found on Facebook here
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@philthemixengineer.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Learning to Record/Produce Yourself
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022
So you want to record your own music, but how? There's A LOT to learn. Don't fret, instead listen to this episode and just... start and see how it goes!
Joe Gilder - Home Studio Corner - Youtube
Recording Revolution - Youtube
Produce Like A Pro - Youtube
Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community
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Phil's Page
Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

Wednesday Jan 26, 2022
Dealing With Band Arguments
Wednesday Jan 26, 2022
Wednesday Jan 26, 2022
Band arguments suck, there's no two ways about it. They can be really intense too. This week Phil discusses strategies and ideas for moving forward from band arguments and how to avoid them in the first place.
Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community
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Phil's Page
Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
The Blams Interview
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
This week it's a conversation with all 3 members of The Blams! We discuss stage diving, home recording and (of course) Britney Spears.
The Blams can me found on Facebook here
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@philthemixengineer.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

Wednesday Jan 12, 2022
Music Distribution
Wednesday Jan 12, 2022
Wednesday Jan 12, 2022
Where do people find your music? Where can they buy your music? Is there a streaming/distribution platform you should avoid? You know... like Spotify? This week I discuss what to consider when picking distribution services for your music
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.philthemixengineer.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
One Last Day Interview
Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
This week I've been having a conversation with 3/5 of One Last Day. We chat about all sorts of things, it gets quite silly at a few points but was great fun!
One Last Day can me found on Facebook here
Get their music by heading to Bandcamp
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@philthemixengineer.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

Wednesday Dec 22, 2021
REPLAY: Social Media Mistakes
Wednesday Dec 22, 2021
Wednesday Dec 22, 2021
First published back in April, I selected this podcast for my second replay as getting your social media right as a band shouldn't be underestimated. Are you making these mistakes?
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Phil's Page
Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
REPLAY: Putting Together Your EPK
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
First published in October 2020, this first replay is about putting together your EPK (Electronic Press Kit). If you haven't got one for your band then get on it! It's REALLY important for making a good impression, especially when trying to book gigs
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.philthemixengineer.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com
