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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As an ex music student who now works In TV & film, we discuss ideas on how you can boost your income and increase your chances of success in the music industry along with smart & unconventional ways others have increased their freelance income.
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Navigating the Modern Music Scene - Tribal Jury Interview
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Join Phil for a chat with Liam and Will of Tribal Jury - talking about the challenges of finding gigs, harnessing your online image effectively and spending your money wisely! Tribal Jury on Instagram 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 Ph…
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Join Phil for a deep dive into recording in a non-ideal space, and how he overcame challenges to create a great outcome! Listen to the song here: Earthtide - Cat Among The Pigeons 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: w…
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Phil is joined by Kimberley and Tom of Rogue Awakening this week. We discuss: how they met in a children's playground, blending your different tastes to create a band sound and balancing parenting and band life! Rogue Awakening on Instagram Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Mus…
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Finding the right engineer/producer is really important. But how do you go about it? What factors matter? Join Phil for a chat about this! 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 ema…
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The Producer's Corner - A Chat with Sam Bloor of Lower Lane Studios
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Join Phil for a chat with Sam Bloor - a producer working out of Lower Lane Studios. We discuss: effective collaboration with bands, coming to the studio with an open mind and why he often records drums last! Find Sam on Instagram Email Sam Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Musi…
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Taking time to review where you've come from and where you're going is invaluable! Do it! 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 …
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Keryn (Zac The Locust) Interview
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Join Phil for a chat with Keryn of Zac The Locust about working with band management, balancing being in a band with family life and how to take criticism well! Zac The Locust on Instagram 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 fo…
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It's too easy to go into autopilot, but to make the most of your situations you MUST work out why you're doing it! Time to reflect... 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 …
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Join Phil for a chat with Euan of Rituals about all sorts of things such as working with backing tracks to accurately time your set, the benefits of a recording studio and producer, and of course dramatic curtain drops! Rituals on Instagram Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Mus…
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You know how it is, you've recorded enough songs to know what you're doing, but have you thought about trying something new and... odd? 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 emaile…
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What's Its Like To Be A Guitar Teacher (George Twydell Interview)
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So you're a musician and you want to make money, how about becoming a guitar teacher? Join Phil and George discussing how he got into guitar teaching, what it's like and how he phoned round Birmingham to practice! George on Instagram Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Surv…
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Money Matters For Bands
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Money! It's a difficult topic sometimes (but doesn't need to be). Join Phil for a brief discussion on using and planning your money wisely as a band 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 …
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Tailgunner (Tom) Interview
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Tailgunner have exploded quite quickly! Join Phil for an interview with Tom about all things Tailgunner, how it started and how they got to where they are. Tailgunner on Instagram 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: w…
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Kindness is underrated... so make the most of it! Join Phil for a discussion on being kind/nice/approachable on people you know in the music industry 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…
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Well here we are in 2024! You have limited time to work on music, do you use it well? Join Phil for a brief discussion on tightening up your music 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.philthemixengineer.com P…
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Tales From The Studio - Recording a Completely Live Session with the Slow Cooked Bears
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Last year I got together with the Slow Cooked Bears to record an ep in 1 day completely live in the studio! Join Phil and James for a discussion on how (and why!) they worked that way. Slow Cooked Bears on Instagram Youtube Live Session EP on Spotify Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We a…
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The last month of 2023 is here, hasn't it flown by! It's the perfect time of year to take stock of how it's been musically. So get ready with paper and pen to answer questions on how its been (I promise this will help!) Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Pod…
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This week on the podcast I’m chatting with the guys from SOS. We discuss: Rebranding your style and sound Playing the wrong kind of festival (TWICE) Why you should include covers in your set SOS on Instagram 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 …
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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. 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 …
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Thieves of Liberty Interview
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This week on the podcast I’m in conversation with Kieran of Thieves of Liberty. We discuss having your own rehearsal space, doing a gig after just a month into a brand new line up and writing songs collaboratively as a band Thieves of Liberty on Instagram Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram!…
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Resilience, disappointments, setbacks, fatigue, burnout... well that sounds like a fun topic of discussion! It's really important to consider your mental health in the busyness of life, so join Phil for a discussion on managing these things Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Mus…
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Bailey Wood (Mavis) Interview
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This week I'm chatting with Bailey of Mavis. We talk about putting a band together, recording your rehearsals and a mangy cat! Mavis on Instagram 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…
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Dolby Atmos! It's the future! (or is it?). I'm discussing if you should get involved and the potential challenges with 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:…
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Chris Horrocks (Session Bassist) Interview
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Hey! This episode is all about being a session musician - in this case a session bassist! I'm chatting with Chris Horrocks about what a session musician does in a day, how to excel in band auditions and which is harder - covers or original music? Find Chris on Instagram In The Pocket Podcast Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Commu…
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Ok lets be honest, balancing your day job, music and your social life is NOT easy, lets discuss what you can do... 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@philthemix…
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Ralph (Asomvel) Interview
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Howdy. On this weeks podcast I'm talking with Ralph, the bassist and Singer of Asomvel. They have an impressive social media game (worth checking out) and there's some great down to earth wisdom in this one! Find them on Facebook: Asomvel Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music…
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Writing music is hard, lets not lie. So it's inevitable you'll sometimes come across blocks along the way. Here's some helpful strategies for dealing with it 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.…
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Ash Tustain Interview (Dig Lazarus & Stevie R. Pearce and The Hooligans)
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Howdy. On this weeks podcast I'm talking bands with Ash the guitarist and singer for Dig Lazarus and the guitarist for Stevie R. Pearce and the Hooligans. We discuss: Balancing being part of 2 bands simultaneously The challenges and joys of being a full time musician Collaborating with other musicians to bring your musical vision to life Find them …
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Youtube For Bands: A Discovery Opportunity
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Youtube! It's one of the world's biggest search engines, so are you on it? Phil this week discusses what you need to consider before getting started! 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…
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Recording in the studio is exciting (but scary and not always so cheap). Here's some thoughts on preparing for the studio, what you need to consider to make the most of your time there! 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…
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Adam Jolivel-Perkins(Lavire) Interview
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Howdy. On this weeks podcast I'm talking bands with Adam - the drummer for Lavire Choosing a good, unique band name Networking at gigs by being social! Having all band members actively involved in music production Find them on Facebook here Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Mus…
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Stop Comparing Yourself!
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Comparison is the thief of joy - so STOP! This week I discuss comparison and competition and why it's deeply unhealthy for yourself as a musician. 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 ca…
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Recording with the end goal in mind is ESSENTIAL for getting the most out of your music. Here's a discussion on how to approach those thoughts 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…
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A Promoter’s Perspective on the Music Industry (Civil War Interview)
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Hello! This week I'm discussing all things gigs and promotion of gigs with David Kirk of Civil War What a promoter is actually for How to make the most of your downtime between songs at a gig How to approach promoters for gigs Find them on Facebook here Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! W…
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Get Great Guitar Recordings At Home with These Methods
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Recording guitars IS possible at home, there's so many options though, which do you choose? Ownhammer IRs 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.…
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When Nothing Works Band Interview
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Hello! This week I'm chatting with Jim and Owen from When Nothing works We discuss: Being hobbled by lockdown Getting your emotions to work in your favour when playing live Making sure you have fun and don't take it all too seriously! P.S. Sorry for my voice! Find the band on Facebook here Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Communi…
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AI - a bit scary perhaps but how can it help? In content creation? In songwriting even!? 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 t…
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Slow Cooked Bears Interview
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This week I'm in conversation with James, Hyunsu and Josh (aka the Slow Cooked Bears!) . We discuss: Thinking through how you come across on stage Organising your band calendar The power of being nice in the music industry Find the band on Facebook here Band Mule (calendar app) can be found here Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide C…
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Goals can suck, so here's an alternative method you may find invaluable (I certainly do!) Theme System is taken from the Cortex Podcast 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 emaile…
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The end of the year is upon us (so soon!). Join Phil for his yearly talk/rant on making sure you take a break and rest. It's SO important 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 emai…
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Planning Ahead As A Band
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Planning, not a sexy word is it? BUT it's so so so important for making progress as a band. 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 wan…
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Dan Lucas (Producer at The Joplin House)
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This week it's a chat with Dan Lucas - a music producer at The Joplin House. We discuss what a producer does, the value of pre-production and, of course, the tale of the naked metal vocalist in the studio. Music discussed: Rapturous - Lion's Den Salvation Jayne - A Mouthful Of Magnificent Spite Album Rews - The World That You Left Behind Find Dan o…
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Mastering is seen as a bit of a dark art by some, but it really isn't. Join Phil for a discussion of what mastering is, why it's important and why it's essential you consider it when releasing 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 Phi…
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This week it's a chat with Jonny and Aaron - the singer and guitarist of the blues rock band Keylock. We discuss: How the guys did a weekend of songwriting to work out if they'd work well together Having a band member who can analyse the music and make it better Focused rehearsals with a purpose Find the band on Facebook here Join us on our Faceboo…
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ISRC codes generate money for you, in short, use them! You can generate codes here: www.ppluk.com (I forgot to mention it's free to join!) 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 ema…
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Matt (Black Heart) - Running a Music Venue In 2022
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This week it's a chat with Matt - the venue booker of the Black Heart in Camden. We chat all things live music, including, keeping the venue/promoter on side, making wiggle room in your set timings and backline you need to bring for gigs. Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music…
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Studios are generally not cheap places to be, BUT it can be so beneficial to record in them. How can you afford to go and make the most of it? That's what I'm discussing in this weeks mini episode 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 c…
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Ian (Amongst Liars) Interview
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This week it's a chat with Ian of Amongst Liars. Join us for a discussion about dealing with breaking gig during a gig, being independent vs getting a label deal and the dreaded 'Pop band' label! Shadow Smile 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…
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Social Media is a great thing, but it can be very dangerous. Join Phil for a brief discussion around honesty, being real and drawing in fans. 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 …
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Connor (Shadow Smile) Interview
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This week it's a conversation with Connor of Shadow Smile. Join us for a chat about using a click at live gigs, changing your band direction early on, and rhyming in lyrics, yes or no? Shadow Smile can me found on Facebook here Jeff Rolka's tenor warmup Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! W…
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