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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
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Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
This week I've been chatting with Joe Montague, a remote session drummer with All You Need Is Drums. As well as being an amazing session player, Joe is knowledgeable (and passionate) about everything to do with 60s recording and 60s drumming. We cover a lot of ground on this interview - This is part 1 of a 2 part interview!
For more information on All You Need Is Drums find Joe at:
www.allyouneedisdrums.com
All You Need Is Drums - Instagram
Joe's podcast can be found here:
that60srecordingpodcast.podbean.com
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Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@vortissoundstudios.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
Your social media needs to be on point, for engagement and increasing followers it just needs to be good! This week I discuss:
- Optimising your posting time
- Putting variety in your posts
- Making sure your music is quickly findable!
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Music Survival Guide Podcast
Phil's Page
Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@vortissoundstudios.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
This week's interview I've been chatting with Keith Lamley the manager of WDFD Records. Keith has great knowledge about the realities of recording contracts and the modern music industry. This is a particularly great chat if you're considering the benefits (and potential drawbacks) of record contracts.
For more information on WDFD Records, find them here on Facebook, or here on their website
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@vortissoundstudios.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Well hello! May I welcome you to my little show. Echoing a previous episode, this week I'm discussing a year on from lockdown starting, what can bands productively do in this time?
- Making the most of your time by learning new ideas
- Regular practice
- Other creative outlets
Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community
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Music Survival Guide Podcast
Phil's Page
Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@vortissoundstudios.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
Wednesday Mar 24, 2021
This week I've been talking with Stephen Kerrison, a mastering engineer at Tall Trees Audio Mastering. We chat about:
- The loudness wars and why they happened
- What a mastering engineer does
- Communication between mastering engineers and bands
- Mistakes bands can make when mixing themselves at home.
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Find Stephen online at:
talltreesaudiomastering.com
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Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community
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Music Survival Guide Podcast
Phil's Page
Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com
Phil can be emailed at: Phil@vortissoundstudios.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com
Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
Social Media is a funny thing, you NEED it for your band but it can be so damaging. This week I discuss:
- What topics to avoid when posting
- Setting a culture within your Facebook Group
- How to help your mental health when addressing negative comments.
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@vortissoundstudios.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
This week's interview I've been chatting with Dox Dochert - the vocalist with Lords Of Ruin We discuss working together as a band, songwriting and working effectively with mix engineers to make your music sound the way you want.
For more information on Lords of Ruin, find them 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@vortissoundstudios.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com
Wednesday Mar 03, 2021
Wednesday Mar 03, 2021
Interviews are a vital tool in getting your band noticed. This week I discuss:
- How to find interview opportunities
- How to prepare your answers
- How to craft a story in sharing your band history
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@vortissoundstudios.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com
Wednesday Feb 24, 2021
Wednesday Feb 24, 2021
This week's conversation is with Katie, Will and Zac of Earl Gray Collective. Join Phil for a chat as we cover:
- Moving song writing to an online process
- Using everyone's strengths behind the scenes
- The disadvantages of showcase gigs
The band can be found here: Earl Gray Collective
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@vortissoundstudios.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com
Wednesday Feb 17, 2021
Wednesday Feb 17, 2021
Gigs, everyone's looking forward to their return! This week I discuss:
- How to prepare yourself for gigs returning (don't be rusty!)
- How to get ahead of the curve in finding gigs for the end of lockdown
- What you should do to promote your favourite venues in this current time
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@vortissoundstudios.com
If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com