Backstage Pass

Backstage Pass

Guide for the Perfect Music Video

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Did you ever wonder what it takes to shoot a music video on the roof of the Cologne Cathedral? Marvin Stroeter, film maker, has been shooting music videos for various artists all over the world and shares some insights of the perfect shot.

Artist Deals and Copyrights

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80/20 royalty split, publishment in over 120 countries - that's the modern way of getting signed. If you want to be streamed, played on tv or radio and keep your copyrights, then Sentric Music Publishing might be your choice.

Building dope Beats and Tracks

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Why should a beatmaker sing? Does an album release even make sense? During your musical career, you will get refusals from other artists. You will be criticized. But how do you establish yourself as an artist? Tune in and get some answers...

Releasing your Music successfully

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Distributing your music is tough - especially, if you don't have a major label deal. But how can you still make it to the Spotify Top list? And how do you found a fanbase before your first release? So many questions, here are some answers.

What are Labels looking for?

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Did you ever dream of getting signed by a record label once in your musical career? Sony Music is one of the world's biggest and most famous record labels, featuring many artists such as Camila Cabello, Miley Cyrus and Depeche Mode. But how can a newcomer make it to the top and become the world's next popstar?

How to Promote your Music

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Organizing a tour, selling your cds, performing on stage, concepting music videos - usually tour or label managers are taking care of that. But what if you are an independent artist and want to successfully promote your own music?

Hearing your Songs on Radio

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Awkward demands, slips of tongue and old souls. What is it like, interviewing popstars like Harry Styles, Mariah Carey and Shawn Mendes? A snap-shot of the daily life of Olivia Jones (Radio 1)...and of course some tips on having your song played on radio.

Recording an Album or EP

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Bilie Eilish released one of the hottest and most talked about albums; written and produced in the bedroom of her childhood home. So what's the deal with recording an album from home? And what do you need to do to make that song maybe even award-winning? Lauren Deakin Davies, pop/indie studio engineer will tell you all the secrets.

How to Get started Making Music

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Inglourious Basterds, Transformers, James Blunt, Korn and Aerosmith - only a few of the projects, Warren Huart laid his hands on. You want to be the next in line? Find out which tools you need to produce like a pro and what it takes to write a chart hit.

Welcome to the Music Business

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Your musical journey starts now - let's have a cup of tea together (spoiler!) and talk about the music scene. How does it feel, going on tour and founding your own record label? And do you even remember when you first started making music?

About this podcast

Newcomer or upcoming artist? You've been writing songs? Been busking on the streets? Spent hours in a band practice room? It's time to push your music career to the next level. Join Hannah and meet producers, label managers, independent artists, booking agents, radio hosts and festival organizers to discuss the secrets of the music scene: Are record deals really cool and how do I become famous?

by Hannah Trigwell & Thomann Music

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