#347 - The Future of the Podcast & BARii's Odyssey from DIY Musician to Writing for The Proud Family

#359: Put Your Fanbase Growth on Autopilot with Megh Vakharia - Symphony OS: In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina engages in a conversation with Megh Vakharia, CEO and co-founder of Symphony OS, exploring the necessity for artists to streamline their marketing efforts. Megh sheds light on Symphony's innovative... by DIY Musician Podcast

37 min listen

#358: Hitmakers Live - Songwriting Secrets with Industry Pros Judy Stakee + Mike Meiers: In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina sits down with two titans of the music industry: the renowned songwriting coach and music publisher, Judy Stakee, and the Emmy award-winning songwriter, producer, and coach, Mike Meiers. Together,... by DIY Musician Podcast

42 min listen

#357: The Truth(s) About Being "Female" Musicians: In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina and Rachel welcome Via to the show. Together, they delve into the intricacies of being categorized as a "female" musician within the industry, exploring their personal perspectives on this label.... by DIY Musician Podcast

40 min listen

#356: Exploring Short Form Video Trends in 2024: In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, hosts Cristina and Rachel dive deep into the dynamic world of short form video trends dominating the internet landscape in 2024. From viral challenges to captivating storytelling techniques, they unravel... by DIY Musician Podcast

54 min listen

#335 How to Get Into Sync Licensing - Insider Tips to Get Your Music Featured Now with Chris SD: In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Jack engages in a compelling conversation with Sync Songwriter Chris SD, delving into the intricacies of succeeding in the realm of Sync Licensing. Tune in as Chris shares valuable insights into crafting... by DIY Musician Podcast

52 min listen

#354: Mental and Physical Health Hacks for Touring Musicians: Heading out on tour our can introduce a range of stressors, spanning from confined living spaces to an inflexible (or non-existent) schedule, limited food choices, feelings of isolation and detachment from your people back home, free booze at every... by DIY Musician Podcast

56 min listen

#353: Artist Spotlight: Exploring Shannon Curtis's Creative Universe: In Episode 353 of the DIY Musician Podcast, Jack delves into a riveting conversation with the seasoned musician and author, Shannon Curtis. This episode unveils the fascinating story behind Curtis's viral hit, offering a glimpse into the magic that... by DIY Musician Podcast

78 min listen

#352: 2024's DIY Musician Creative Resolutions and Tidal's Collabs Revolution: In this episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina sits down with DIY Musician regulars Rachel and Jack to delve into their New Year's creative resolutions, share insightful songwriting goals, and reflect and celebrate their artist triumphs from... by DIY Musician Podcast

63 min listen

#351: Artist Spotlight - Navigating a Dynamic Creative Career with Abigail Fierce: In this episode the of the DIY Musician Podcast, Jack sits down with Abigail Fierce and discusses her dynamic career between being an LA-based indie-pop songstress, her songwriting process, to her growing acting resume! by DIY Musician Podcast

36 min listen

#350: Forecasting the Musical Trends of 2024: In Episode 350 of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina and Rachel share their personal predictions for the future of the music industry in 2024. While these predictions are purely for fun and not grounded in data, their enthusiasm and insightful banter... by DIY Musician Podcast

56 min listen

#349: Celebrating 25 Years of CD Baby!: In Episode 349 of the DIY Musician podcast, Cristina has the pleasure of sitting down with two remarkable guests, Anna Held and Christine Barnum from CD Baby, as they celebrate an incredible 25 years of CD Baby being the leader in independent music.... by DIY Musician Podcast

54 min listen

#348: The Scenius Approach to Navigating Industry Changes: Join Cristina and Rachel as they delve into the strategies for fostering community within the DIY music market, addressing the challenges posed by industry changes. Inspired by Brian Eno's concept of "scenius," the discussion revolves around the... by DIY Musician Podcast

42 min listen

#346: 8 Friends Every Musician Needs in Their Corner: Relationships are the driving force behind a successful music career. Think of a photographer who captures your essence, a marketing expert who promotes your music, and a meticulous mentor who helps you find order in chaos. As an independent artist,... by DIY Musician Podcast

51 min listen

#345: 10 Ways to Simplify Your Instagram Ads: Running ads for your music isn't easy, no matter what the experts tell you. But it CAN be one of the best ways to reach new listeners and build a lasting audience of fans and customers. So in this episode, Chris and Cristina talk about 10 ways to... by DIY Musician Podcast

52 min listen

#344: Growing a Band into a Business (with Bombadil): After 18 years as a band AND business, Bombadil is still going strong. In this "Artist Spotlight" episode of the DIY Musician Podcast, Cristina and Chris interview James Phillips of the independent indie-folk group about their long journey as a... by DIY Musician Podcast

64 min listen

#343: A Musician's Guide to Threads: Threads is one of the fastest growing apps in history. Can musicians benefit from adopting this "carbon copy of Twitter," or is it all hype? In this episode, we ask CD Baby's Social Media expert Rachel Bearinger all about the app, its origins, how... by DIY Musician Podcast

47 min listen

#342: Time as an Instrument (Carving Out More Moments for Your Music): Are you struggling to find the time to make and promote your music? In this episode, Chris & Cristina discuss ways to carve out MORE time for your music amidst a busy life, and how to get more productive and creative within the limited time you... by DIY Musician Podcast

55 min listen

#341: Musicians, Don't Be THIS Person!: As the old saying goes, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. Sadly, music is such a public-facing endeavor that our egos are often on high-alert, which can lead to to moments where we put our worst foot forward! What can we do... by DIY Musician Podcast

58 min listen

#340: 5 Things Musicians Get Wrong About Advertising: IF you do it right, advertising on social is one of the best ways to build an audience for your music. But so many musicians are held back by bad attitudes and misconceptions about advertising. In this episode, Chris interviews social advertising... by DIY Musician Podcast

49 min listen

#339: How to Reach Fans Beyond Social Media: There's no doubt, great social content can unlock so many doors in your music career. But “social” can also feel tired and impersonal, like you're shouting into the void. In this episode, Chris & Cristina discuss how to engage audiences without... by DIY Musician Podcast

66 min listen

#338: 5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Making Music: Are there common struggles most young musicians face? Can they be avoided? Whether you're a new musician just starting out, or you're an experienced artist looking for a reminder on healthier ways to maintain your music career, this episode is for... by DIY Musician Podcast

61 min listen

BONUS EPISODE: The Future of DIY: After 15 years of hosting this podcast, Kevin Breuner has moved on to the next adventure in his music career — but the DIY Musician Podcast will continue! What's going to change? What's going to stay the same? In this quick bonus episode, Chris... by DIY Musician Podcast

11 min listen

#337: My Top 6 Pieces of Advice for Artists - Kevin’s Parting Words: After 17 years at CD Baby and 15 years hosting this DIY Musician Podcast, Kevin Breuner has a big announcement: He's saying farewell to both and looking forward to a new adventure in his music career. Where's he headed? What did he learn from... by DIY Musician Podcast

69 min listen

#336: The INSANE Social Content Idea List for Musicians: Artists who want to promote their music online know they have to be active on social to build an audience and engage fans, but some days you just don't know what to post! If you're stumped for social inspo, check out this episode of the DIY Musician... by DIY Musician Podcast

85 min listen

#335: Why Musicians Quit: And How to Avoid It!: Pursuing a music career can be incredibly challenging. As an independent musician, it's easy to get overwhelmed and frustrated. The journey is full of ups and downs, and the road ahead looks like endless work. But why do musicians really quit? What... by DIY Musician Podcast

73 min listen

#334: 5 New SPOTIFY Features + 5 Fun Hacks!: Spotify has launched some new tools for artists to promote their music, and in today's episode we're going to discuss how to use these new features and what they might mean for your music poromotion. Plus, we have 5 fun music marketing hacks! by DIY Musician Podcast

76 min listen

#333: Cassie Petrey - Building a Social Strategy: Whether you love it or hate it, social media is one of your best options when it comes to finding an audience for your songs and building a lasting fanbase. In this episode, we talk with Cassie Petrey, CEO and co-founder of Crowd Surf, a music... by DIY Musician Podcast

68 min listen

#332: 15 Email Marketing Mistakes Musicians Make: Email is still the most effective online communications channel you have to market your music, drive sales, and deepen your connection with fans. If that's statistically true (and it is), then why do so many musicians fumble when it comes to... by DIY Musician Podcast

96 min listen

331: 5 Things Musicians Should Leave Behind in 2023: Are you holding your own music back? Whenever we hear an artist rationalize why they haven't achieved a certain level of success, it often seems like they're getting in their own way due to some outdated beliefs or faulty priorities. And this... by DIY Musician Podcast

71 min listen

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#347 - The Future of the Podcast & BARii's Odyssey from DIY Musician to Writing for The Proud Family

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