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Create a solid business as a musician by building an engaged fan base and tapping into multiple streams of income. Learn up-to-date music marketing tactics to grow income streams in 4 essential areas: recording music & releasing music, music performing & livestreaming, freelance opportunities for musicians (music teaching, session work for musicians, custom songwriting & more) and recurring revenue for musicians (fan support, Patreon, affiliate income for musicians and more). Join host Bree ...
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The Musicians Guild with Steve Choi

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Writing music and touring with my band RX Bandits for 20 years has allowed me to meet tons of amazing and fascinating people all involved with music in various ways. I'm the person who asks all of my friends those weird and esoteric questions because I have a genuine interest in psychology and what makes people do what they do. Join me for my wide ranging conversations with my musical friends and peers as every episode hopes to be an expedition into the experiences, feelings, processes and p ...
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Booking gigs is one of the most important tasks of any musician. It therefore requires proper planning and execution. Otherwise, you may find yourself performing in the wrong venue in front of the wrong audience at the wrong time. In this episode, Bree Noble chats with Tara Brueske, author of the book 20 Must-Have Booking Tips Every Musician Needs.…
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As a musician, trying to pour your heart into social media without seeing any results can be exhausting. Many creatives struggle with limiting beliefs that hold them back from achieving their goals. We hear it all the time: “Social media isn’t working,” but the truth is, it can be a powerful tool for connecting with fans and building your career. T…
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Have you ever dreamt of performing your music on stage, captivating audiences, and getting paid to do what you love? While the journey to becoming a professional musician takes dedication and hard work, open mics offer a powerful and often overlooked advantage: they can be the springboard that launches your career. David Craver, the man behind the …
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Will AI become the next superstar songwriter, or will it be a powerful tool for human musicians to revolutionize music? Buckle up for a fascinating exploration of music's future! Join host Bree Noble as she explores Jason Edmonds’ dynamic journey through the music industry. Jason is an author, songwriter, music consultant, and creator. Today, he de…
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Have you ever wondered about the magic that happens behind the scenes in the music industry? Join Laura Jones, the founder of Little Underground Management, as she pulls back the curtain and reveals the art of negotiation and collaboration. She'll show you the delicate dance of negotiation to secure the best outcomes you need as a musician. Discove…
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Step into the world of music entrepreneurship with host Bree Noble and Willow Sound Records and The (Gro)ve founder Tara Shannon. Tara shares her wealth of knowledge on valuing your music to build a thriving business. Gain practical tips and actionable advice to propel your music career forward. Whether you're just starting or looking to elevate yo…
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Who says musicians can’t make bank? In this episode, Matt Santry joins our host Bree Noble for a stimulating conversation on breaking free from the scarcity mindset prevalent among musicians. Together, they explore the notion that being a well-paid musician is not only possible but achievable, particularly through avenues like private events. As th…
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Calling all hustlers! This episode cracks the code on gig booking and networking in the music industry. We welcome Drew Schroeder, a former Las Vegas performer who leveraged his hustle to climb the music industry ladder. Learn how Drew went from singing his heart out to mastering digital platforms and cold calling like a pro. Discover his secrets t…
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Have you ever wondered how to break into a completely new industry and achieve rapid success? This episode is for you! Our guest, Gene Eidelman of Azure Printed Homes, is a serial entrepreneur who has done exactly that. He's revolutionizing the construction industry with his company that builds tiny homes from recycled plastic using 3D printing tec…
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Ready to uncover the essential steps to master any musical skill? Dive into the world of guitar mastery with our latest episode featuring the exceptional Erich Andreas AKA YourGuitarSage, a luminary in the realm of online guitar teaching. Join host Bree Noble as she unravels the captivating journey of Erich, from his early fascination with music to…
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Ditch the gut feeling and unlock the treasure chest of real estate wealth forever! In this episode, Jeramie Worley, the author of Myths, Management, and Mastery of Vacation Rentals, shows us the power of real estate research. Jeramie is an authority on short-term rentals. Today, he reveals how diving into market trends, uncovering hidden investment…
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Forget features and benefits! This episode unlocks the secret weapon of exploding sales: customer-focused storytelling. Join Jason Friedman, a storytelling powerhouse and CEO of CXFormula, LLC, as he reveals how to craft narratives that resonate deeply with your ideal customer. Learn how to tap into their desires, address their pain points, and gui…
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You can have a meaningful career that doesn’t burn you out and break the bank. This is what our guest imparts to us in this episode, giving a music career diagnostic to understand how best you can thrive in the industry. Melissa Mulligan, the visionary behind Music Career Mastermind, guides you through the intricacies of a music career. She discuss…
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YouTube is one of the best online platforms to build an international fanbase. Unlike Facebook or TikTok, this website is less about churning endless content and more about creating a long-term growth machine – even with a handful of materials. Exploring the best strategies to grow your YouTube following with Bree Noble is Tobias Rauscher, founder …
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Artificial intelligence is evolving and becoming ubiquitous at an extremely fast pace. It can be a bit confusing to follow what’s the latest on it and how it directly impacts your chosen industry. Bree Noble explores how this particular technology reshapes the music business with Bobby Owsinski, author of The Musician’s AI Handbook. Together, they …
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Success in music isn't just about hitting the right notes; it's about turning life's curveballs into melodies. In this episode, Gail Taylor reveals how to launch a successful Kickstarter campaign for musicians. She shares her firsthand experience utilizing Kickstarter and shows how it is a game-changing platform for musicians. Learn how challenges …
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How does one go from bankruptcy to billions in a relatively short time? It takes more than a vision. A lot of visionaries get easily sidetracked or simply stopped at their tracks. What a visionary needs is something that would untether them, something that allows them to operate at their zone of genius. Alex Charfen is passionate about giving this …
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Burnout may seem inevitable, and it may feel like you can never recover. But with a little bit of consistency and authenticity, you can overcome it and reinvent yourself. In this episode, we have Aria Johnson discuss how to reinvent yourself in the music industry after burnout. With 25 years in the music industry, Aria shares lessons from her exper…
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Break the rules to create music that's not just heard but felt – that's the heart of addictive songwriting. In this electrifying episode, we have Friedemann Findeisen, the mastermind behind Holistic Songwriting, to explore the art of songwriting and music composition. He shares his groundbreaking concept, the "Addiction Formula," and the art of str…
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You don’t have to tie yourself just to one way to earn your income. As a musician, you need all the extra money you can get. Why not earn passively on the side? In this episode, Dr. Tonya Lawson, a professional clarinetist turned SEO specialist, offers new knowledge to build a passive income for musicians. She still passively earns from her website…
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Today’s guest grew his social media followers to six million. How did he do that? Tune in to this episode with Keaton Hoskins, also known as “The Muscle” of Limitless Society, because he explains how going viral helps generate tremendous social media followers. Keaton talks about viral videos and the structure of a giveaway model that works in soci…
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In the tech startup world, we are of the belief that one needs to go out and raise millions of dollars in order to run a tech company. This episode’s guest managed to build his company and scale to a hundred thousand users without any funding. Mitch Russo interviews Peter Schroeder, the CEO and Founder of Telzio, a seamless cloud phone system solut…
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Music knows no boundaries. Still, it can be quite challenging for someone still starting their music career to get their music heard outside of their own markets. Being from Japan and coming into the music industry in the US, Justine Suzuki is well familiar with this struggle. In this episode, she shares a diverse cultural background and perspectiv…
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This week we are joined by Josh Staples a bassist/vocalist who plays in The Velvet Teen, The New Trust and sometimes Loma Prieta. In addition to being an all around lovely human, one of Josh's powers is having a conductivity of creative energy through his sense of humor, knowledge and humility. He makes everyone around him better at what they do. J…
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We are honored to have Summer Swee-Singh with us for this episode. Summer is a highly skilled pianist and composer who has everything from a law degree to playing on stage with one of your favorite indie bands on her resumé. Summer is very humble and kind beyond what one could expect of someone with her level of skill and training, but it's not all…
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Sometimes, a talented person can do multiple things, and wants to transition from their career. But a career transition is not always easy, and it can take so much energy from someone. Adrian Gordon, founder of Leap Year Music Publishing, shares his invaluable insights for succeeding in a career transition and expansion. His tips shared in this epi…
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Are you being paid for the music that you write? Ensure that you are getting the royalties you deserve as we dive into music publishing administration. Joining Bree Noble on today’s show is Downtown Music’s President of Publishing, Emily Stephenson, who helps us navigate the world of music publishing and why artists need publishers for their music.…
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So nice to be back with all of you. This week we catch up with Nick Reinhart as he returns to chat with us not long after his return from being on tour with DeathGrips for a couple months. He catches us up on how he's been decompressing and getting back into home mode. In this episode we discuss his tour with DeathGrips, coyotes in his neighborhood…
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We pass by tons of empty lots every single day. Their dull and undeveloped state make them quite uninteresting, but with the right research and resources, one can turn them into powerful assets that yield a lot of profits. Mitch Russo chats with Michael Poggi who explains how he mostly deals with these vacant lots, invests on them, and transforms t…
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It is a must to feed your soul on a regular basis to live a fulfilling life. But with so much to do every single day, you may be neglecting to do this, making your daily routine dull and repetitive. Cayla Brooke is here to share her practical approach to feeding the soul with Bree Noble. She explains how to set connection points and boosters throug…
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Your potential is boundless; the key to unlocking it lies within your belief in your own capacity to change the world. In this episode, our guest Jeff Lerner dives deep into the world of personal development, purpose-driven living, and the art of making a positive impact on humanity. Hear his incredible journey from dealing with challenging life ci…
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Spotify's algorithm is about mastering the art of music marketing while staying true to your creative soul. It's the harmony of data and passion that makes your song truly resonate. In this episode, Ryan Waczek of Indie Music Academy takes us into a deep discussion about music marketing, algorithmic playlists, and the art of building a devoted fanb…
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Taylor Swift is a business genius in the music industry. But what makes her rise from the underground full of people doing the same thing in the industry? That is where we dive into this episode. Gerard Longo, the Founder and CEO of ECM Collective, takes us into why musicians should embrace entrepreneurship in their endeavors in the music industry.…
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