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Adam sits down (in the same room!) with international trumpet soloist Rex Richardson and talks to him about the lessons he learned touring with jazz legend Joe Henderson, how he has developed a career as an internationally recognized soloist in both the jazz and classical styles, and how he has been able to balance academia and a robust tour schedule. "ONE OF THE FINEST VIRTUOSOS OF OUR TIME" - the Brass Herald "A STANDOUT SOLOIST WITH THE POWER, RANGE AND FLEXIBILITY TO RIVAL FREDDIE HUBBARD AND WOODY SHAW" -DownBeat Magazine https://rexrichardson.net/home ------------ Download Gig Boss app: https://linktr.ee/gigboss Join the Gig Boss Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gigboss ----------------------------- Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654 ------------------------------ Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/
Adam talks with NYC trumpeter Kai Sandoval on how he built his full-time playing career in New York, his transition from Boston to NYC, and where his confidence as a performer and trumpeter comes from. Digging deep on this idea that confidence is an integral part of of being an artist and performer, our conversation on strategies for building confidence is a valuable asset for budding musicians and professionals alike. Follow Kai on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaisandovalmusic/?hl=en Shag Horns: https://www.shaghorns.com/ -------- Download Gig Boss app: https://linktr.ee/gigboss Join the Gig Boss Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gigboss ----------------------------- Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654 ------------------------------ Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/
Adam talks with Hip Hop artist/beatboxer Carnage the Executioner about how he as maintained a successful career in Hip Hop for decades. Carnage tells all on booking shows on tours, blowing up stages no matter the audience size, selling physical merch, why he is still able to sell CDs, winning grants, and a whole bunch more. This episode is packed with info for any musician to use as a model for success. April 1st 2023 Live album Recording: https://tinyurl.com/37am2nt9 Carnage on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/carnagetheexecutioner/?hl=en Carnage's Website: https://carnagetheexecutioner.com/ Carnage on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1apJwbnzyQOT8ht53BgJkR?si=q-WGnC5SQzCVmXbp8Z-2hg ---------- Download Gig Boss app: https://linktr.ee/gigboss Join the Gig Boss Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gigboss ----------------------------- Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654 ------------------------------ Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/
In this episode of the Gig Boss Podcast, host Adam Meckler sits down with the talented Chicago-based saxophonist Roy McGrath. Originally from Puerto Rico, Roy came to the United States to pursue a career in Jazz music, and his unique blend of traditional Puerto Rican rhythms with Jazz has earned him a nomination for a Latin Grammy. Roy shares his experiences as a full-time saxophonist, discussing how he booked and funded tours around Asia, the US, and Latin America. He offers practical advice on overcoming fear, improving your craft, and being a force in the industry. Join us for an inspiring conversation about music, culture, and the pursuit of one's passion. --------- Roy's New Album: https://roymcgrath.bandcamp.com/album/menjunje Follow Roy on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7CIkvKnlajTfkEJt3iKyZB?si=MhhHA2hpSXCoZGRv_eRpIg --------- Download Gig Boss app: https://linktr.ee/gigboss Join the Gig Boss Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gigboss ----------------------------- Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654 ------------------------------ Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/
The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) is a government organization tasked with collecting your streaming royalties...for free. That's right. You no longer need to pay astronomical fees to distribution companies like Tunecore, Distrokid, and CD Baby for royalty collection. This is huge! There are some caveats, so listen for more... www.themlc.com ----- Download Gig Boss app: https://linktr.ee/gigboss Join the Gig Boss Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gigboss ----------------------------- Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654 ------------------------------ Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/
Adam breaks down the pros and cons of the "big 3" distribution companies. Having used each platform extensively, Adam covers the general cost of each platform, how each platform makes money (because they're all making money on YOU), whether they collect mechanical royalties or not (some plans don't!), whether they collect royalties for covers (some don't!), options for publishing (PROs) and opportunties for sync, buying licenses for covers, and the "bells and whistles" of each platform (promotion, spotify presave, artist verification check marks etc). This is a must-listen for anyone looking to release music and looking for the right path. ----- Download Gig Boss app: https://linktr.ee/gigboss Join the Gig Boss Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gigboss ----------------------------- Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654 ------------------------------ Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/
In this episode of Gig Boss Podcast, Adam talks with his old friend and studio owner Adam Tucker, who shared valuable insights on building a recording studio, building a client base, and the role of producers in music. Key Takeaways: Building a studio requires more than just equipment. When it comes to building a client base, Tucker creates a positive atmosphere in the studio. Tucker believes that engineers can also be producers, but it's important to understand the differences between the two roles and know when to wear each hat. Adam and Adam also chop it up about how to view music you released in the past, getting the best performance from a band in the studio, whether music should be considered a "product" or "art" or both, and lots more. Signaturetone on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/signaturetonerecording Signaturetone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/signaturetone/?hl=en "That Dilly Dally Alley Thing" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvB6QovqyMA ------- Download Gig Boss app: https://linktr.ee/gigboss Join the Gig Boss Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gigboss ----------------------------- Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654 ------------------------------ Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/
In this episode of the Gig Boss Podcast, Adam sits down with Brett Newski, the mastermind behind the band Newski. With more than a decade of touring experience under his belt, Brett shares his insights on how to make a successful career in music today. He's a creative force and has found innovative ways to make money including merch items like abstract art, books he's written, and tshirts about Macaulay Culkin. He explains how Patreon saved his ass, and asks the question: "what's the next big merch thing for artists? Whats the next CD?". Brett and Adam discuss how to get music placed on editorial playlists, and what to do when you've got multiple artist names on Spotify, splitting the same fanbase in two. Brett's positive spirit shines through as he shares his experiences and offers valuable advice for aspiring musicians. He's collaborated with musicians from bands like The Verve Pipe and Guster, bringing his 90s alternative rock and power pop sound to a new level. Whether you're a music enthusiast, an aspiring artist, or just someone looking for inspiration, this episode is a must-listen. So sit back, relax, and join us as we chat with Brett Newski. Newski on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5szjDE4YAZc97aP0GRSUDK?si=eGuBuYxLSkmQO5Dy-8xvWw Brett's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Newski Dirt from the Road Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2LIoQzOLO3xOD9dGmxMF0o?si=8c60d9958e1d44e8 ------------ Download Gig Boss app: https://linktr.ee/gigboss Join the Gig Boss Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gigboss ----------------------------- Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654 ------------------------------ Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/
Join us for an in-depth conversation with sync licensing expert Josh Williams, also known as xJ-Will. In this episode, we dive into the world of sync licensing with Josh as our guide. From finding the right publisher to submitting your original music for performance royalties, Josh shares his wealth of knowledge on the ins and outs of sync licensing. He provides valuable tips on how to prepare your music for sync and how to maximize your earnings through ASCAP and BMI. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical advice and actionable steps to help you succeed in the world of sync licensing. So, tune in and take your sync licensing game to the next level. Learn from Josh: https://syncblueprint.behrproductions.com/a/2147528995/yWgQpVo5 Josh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xj_will/?hl=en Josh on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@xj_will ------------- Download Gig Boss app: https://linktr.ee/gigboss Join the Gig Boss Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gigboss Bumper Music: Sunshine is Out by Adam Meckler https://open.spotify.com/track/1u12flYbzE4jxD1cwG5pGT?si=5228a5324e474da9 ----------------------------- Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654 ------------------------------ Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/
We've been trained to make people pay for our music. We've been told we need to actively monetize everything we make. Well, what happens if you don't? What happens when you give away everything for free? Kevin MacLeod knows. Kevin is a music maker, computer coder, and creator of Incompetech.com, a site where you can go grab music for any kind of thing that you are making. For free. Created by Kevin. It's a royalty-free library that is up for grabs. Literally! Want to learn how to publish your music to the public domain or obtain a creative commons license so you can just....give your music away? He's got articles on how to do that. The thing is, when Kevin decided to go full-on "free-box at your neighbor's garage sale", he made money. Lots and lots of it. Because when millions of people are visiting your site to use your music every month, there are other ways to bring in some coin. Enjoy my conversation with the brilliant Kevin MacLeod! Visit Incompetech: https://incompetech.com/ ------------------- Intro/Outro music "Far Away From here" : https://adammeckler.hearnow.com/ Download Gig Boss app: https://linktr.ee/gigboss Join the Gig Boss Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gigboss Bumper Music: Sunshine is Out by Adam Meckler https://open.spotify.com/track/1u12flYbzE4jxD1cwG5pGT?si=5228a5324e474da9 ----------------------------- Interested in hearing music made by our awesome guests? Check out this Spotify playlist, which includes music by all our music-making guests! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/63kUrVwtV5tYFsyqLJHO3a?si=7853ba778dff4654 ------------------------------ How to Make it in the New Music Business Book: https://amzn.to/3Pls5ix Ari's Take Academy: https://aristakeacademy.teachable.com/?affcode=267075_yqqy4mcn - Use code "GIGBOSS" at checkout for 10% off