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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 …

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…

We're back (well in two weeks but... we're back)! Just a little annoucement that my next regular episode will come out Wednesday 27th July! 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 em…

Big life changes are afoot, and that (sadly) means big podcast changes. Listen in for the plan moving forward. 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@philthemixengi…

This week it's a conversation with all 3 members of Axiom. We discuss their unique solution to band rehearsals, defining your genre as a band and the best way to capture the vibe and energy when recording as a band. Just A Ride can me found on Facebook here Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagra…

This week it's a conversation with Kyle of Ashen Reach. Ashen Reach have exploded in the UK rock scene lately. So join myself and Kyle for a chat about giving a great live performance, how to deal with illness as a singer when gigging and (of course) Travelodge.... Ashen Reach can me found on Facebook here Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survi…

This week we continue our interview with Rod Henderson of Just a Ride. We discuss the cost/benefit analysis of recording, hiring a producer and agreeing decisions as a band. Just A Ride 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 Survival Guide Podcast…

This week it's a conversation with Rod Henderson of Just a Ride. We discuss Rod's crazy story of young musical success, how the band approach rehearsals and their crazy gig story - it gets worse the more it goes on. Just A Ride can me found on Facebook here Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagra…

So you want to record your own music, but how? There's A LOT to learn. Don't fret, instead listen to this episode and just... start and see how it goes! Joe Gilder - Home Studio Corner - Youtube Recording Revolution - Youtube Produce Like A Pro - Youtube Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! …

Band arguments suck, there's no two ways about it. They can be really intense too. This week Phil discusses strategies and ideas for moving forward from band arguments and how to avoid them in the first place. Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil'…

This week it's a conversation with all 3 members of The Blams! We discuss stage diving, home recording and (of course) Britney Spears. The Blams 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 Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.vo…

Where do people find your music? Where can they buy your music? Is there a streaming/distribution platform you should avoid? You know... like Spotify? This week I discuss what to consider when picking distribution services for your music Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music …

This week I've been having a conversation with 3/5 of One Last Day. We chat about all sorts of things, it gets quite silly at a few points but was great fun! One Last Day can me found on Facebook here Get their music by heading to Bandcamp Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Musi…

First published back in April, I selected this podcast for my second replay as getting your social media right as a band shouldn't be underestimated. Are you making these mistakes? 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: …

First published in October 2020, this first replay is about putting together your EPK (Electronic Press Kit). If you haven't got one for your band then get on it! It's REALLY important for making a good impression, especially when trying to book gigs Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We a…

Christmas is coming, and with it (hopefully) some rest and relaxation time. To avoid burning out, MAKE THE MOST OF IT! You need to be ready for your creative pursuits (including gigging) and being on the verge of burnout helps no one. This week Phil discusses the vital importance of rest and why you should take some. Join us on our Facebook Group: …

When have you 'made it' as a band? It's a strange and indefinable question that can be strongly linked to how musically satisfied you are. The answer is to come up with clear goals, and this is what I'm discussing in this weeks episode... Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music…

Songwriting can be a challenge, so here's an idea for you next time you want to write. Work out if your song is good OR if you're hiding behind fancy riffs and tricks, Frog Leap Studios 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…

This time I've been having a conversation with Smit of Steal The City. There's plenty of great takaways in here for your own band so listen away! Steal The City can me found on Facebook here The 'BAND' app discussed can be found here Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Surv…

Bands are expensive ventures, lets face it, and covering those costs isn't always easy. This week I discuss potential income streams to consider as a band, alongside a great order to consider them in! 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…

This week I've been having a conversation with Connor of Anchor Lane. They are a great band worth checking out and in this episode Connor has come great stories to tell about times with the band! Anchor Lane 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 …

Rehearsals, as a band they are SO important. You can gel as a band and develop your music, but when should you rehearse, where and how? Join Phil as he discusses the subject this week. 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 …

This week I've been having a conversation with Anne Estella. Anne is a music journalist who spends a lot of time interviewing bands. We discuss interview skills, the dos and don'ts of interviews and describing music from an emotional standpoint. The Big Dirty Interview can be found here Anne's Youtube Page Anne's Facebook Anne's Instagram Anne's Tw…

Sometimes, some songs you write just won't work! It's a sad fact of being creative, and you have to work with it! This week I discuss strategies and ideas to try BEFORE abandoning a song, you may find it works, but not in the way you initially expected. Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! W…

This week it's all about photography! I've been chatting with Will of Two Finger Media all about the point of hiring a photographer, how Will finds unique shots and the potential stresses of live gig photography. Billy Gibbons pic PORTFOLIO | twofingermediaWebsite Music Photographer | TwofingermediaFacebook Two Finger Media | FacebookInstagram Two …

Tone is highly subjective, but highly important, so it's worth getting right! This week I discuss dark sounding cymbals, bass distortion, choosing song keys and the magic of the midrange in guitars. 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…

This week I've been having a conversation with Fonzy and Sam of Fonzy & Co. We discuss getting gig ready with new band members in just 6 weeks, the benefits of recording in a bedroom home studio and prepping for gigs - how to go about it. The band can be found on Facebook here. Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and …

Spotify is SO important nowadays, but there may be things you're missing out on doing, hacks you can do to optimise your Spotify. This week I discuss claiming your account, credits, playlists and quality music! To claim your Spotify account, go to: artists.spotify.com Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us …

This week I've been continuing my conversation with Luke and Leigh of Circus 66. We continue the chat with discussions of song writing and their hopes for the future. Circus 66 can be found on Facebook here. 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 …

This week I've been having a conversation with Luke and Leigh of Circus 66. Circus 66 are making some real inroads in the rock music scene so this first part of the interview is not to be missed! Circus 66 can be found on Facebook here. Join us on our Facebook Group: Music Survival Guide Community Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music S…

It's the obligatory Q&A episode! This week I discuss questions put to me from my instagram! A lot of random/interesting thoughts in here. 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…