The DIY Daily Podcast #368 - May 16, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The scent of consciousness: a concept for noticing your energy
and
Don't Control Anger, Control Yourself
and
Listen Instead of Correcting Others: What We Gain and Give
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The Featured Song of the Week is Highs and Lows, by Sopris. Visit Sopris online at: www.facebook.com/Soprisofficial.
The Rock Star Branding Podcast #54 - When Everyone Is an "Expert", How Do You Decipher What's Best?
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Join Brian Thompson, Michael Brandvold & co-host Greg Kihn this week for a discussion on how everyone seems to be an expert when it comes to your career.
But, are they? From friends to family to industry peers, everyone has an opinion on how you should do things, what you should do next or who you should work with.
How do you decipher what's really best for you?
In this episode we explore a very liberating piece of wisdom for your career, The Power of No.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #367 - May 15, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Releasing Resentment: Who You're Really Angry With and Why
and
We Are What We Do, Not What We Say
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The Featured Song of the Week is Highs and Lows, by Sopris. Visit Sopris online at: www.facebook.com/Soprisofficial.
The DIY Daily Podcast #366 - May 14, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Accept Yourself as You Are, Even When Others Don't
and
How Motivation Works: Overcoming Inertia and Keeping Momentum
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The DIY Daily Podcast #365 - May 13, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
What It Takes: Sometimes You Win, Sometimes You Lose and Sometimes it Rains
and
9 Ways to Find Peace of Mind in Tough Times
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The DIY Daily Podcast #364 - May 10, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
What To Do
When You Don't Know What to Do
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The new Featured Song of the Week is One Big Ending, by Keith Moody. Visit them online at: www.keithmoody.com.
The Music Biz Weekly #109 - Has the RIAA Just Legitimized Music Streaming?
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The Music Biz Weekly, a weekly podcast co-hosted by Michael Brandvold & Brian Thompson. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
Join us this week for a discussion on the RIAA's announcement to include on-demand streaming plays towards Gold & Platinum digital award certifications.
Read the official news release here:
RIAA Adds Digital Streams To Historic Gold & Platinum Awards
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The DIY Daily Podcast #363 - May 9, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Find Peace Today: Stop Worrying About What You Might Lose
and
The Hunger for More: What We Really Want and Need
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast #53 - Making an Appointment with Creativity
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This week as we discuss how to find the motivation for creativity to flourish by scheduling times to do the work, rather than just waiting for inspiration to magically appear.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #362 - May 6, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
A Conversation About Being Busy Is Barely a Conversation at All
and
Stop Taking Life So Seriously
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The DIY Daily Podcast #361 - May 3, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Listening is giving the other person the experience of being heard.
and
In the End, We’ll Succeed
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The Music Biz Weekly #108 - Exploring Music Discovery with Twitter #Music and Other Apps
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Join us this week for a discussion on the new Twitter #Music app, an exploration of music discovery, and our own patterns of music consumption and the apps we use.
What music apps do you use and recommend everyone to try?
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The DIY Daily Podcast #360 - May 2, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
4 Potent Life Lessons From Benjamin Franklin
and
Stop Avoiding It - Why Conflict Is Good For You
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The DIY Daily Podcast #359 - May 1, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Seeing a Whole New World Through the Power of Words
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast #52 - It's How People Perceive You
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Join Brian Thompson, Michael Brandvold & co-host, 80's rockstar Greg Kihn for an all-new episode each Wednesday.
This week we discuss a recent article from the Tunecore blog titled, Don’t Tell People You Are Broke. We talk about how artists need to be conscious of what they say, understanding how some comments can hurt your goals.
Do potential fans want to hear you whining about how little money you have?
Or do fans want you to inspire them?
Trying to shame fans into buy your album, "so you can eat dinner", isn't a good marketing tactic to connect with new fans and make a sale.
Your comments can have a lasting effect on a person's impression of you, no matter how harmless they were intended. What you say can make people choose to not support you.
Check out this short little episode and leave a comment with the crazy things you've seen bands publicly say online.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #358 - April 30, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
How To Be a Superhero
An excerpt from the Robert Greene Book, Mastery
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The DIY Daily Podcast #357 - April 29, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Thoughts From an Airport: The Noise and Clamour For Attention
and
For Creators Of All Kinds The Connections Outweigh The Money
and
Getting picked (need to vs. want to)
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The DIY Daily Podcast #356 - April 26, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
7 Positive Things You Should Say Today
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The Music Biz Weekly #107 - What NOT To Do In Your Bio
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The Music Biz Weekly, a weekly podcast co-hosted by Michael Brandvold & Brian Thompson. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
Join Brian and Michael this week for a discussion on things musicians need to consider when writing their bio, including both things to do and things not to do.
We share tips of things to stay clear from, including some cliche and overused words, as well as advice on what music industry insiders often look for when skimming a band's bio.
At the end of the podcast we give you some homework which involves sharing a comment wherever you might be listening to this. Join the discussion with us!
Don't forget to read an earlier blog post of mine which we discuss in this episode:
Danger! Do Not Use! Words To Avoid In Your Band Bio
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The DIY Daily Podcast #355 - April 25, 2013
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Today's episode features a discussion on:
Talent Is Overrated: The Myths of Talented People
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The DIY Daily Podcast #354 - April 24, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Why Chasing Success and Happiness Are Making You Unsuccessful and Miserable
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast #51 - How to Recognize New Branding Opportunities for Your Band
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Join Brian Thompson, Michael Brandvold & co-host, 80's rockstar Greg Kihn for an all-new episode each Wednesday.
This week is about recognizing new opportunities for your band. Some can help your career, many will harm it.
The only constant in life is change.
So to have a long career, you have to be willing to embrace the idea of reinventing yourself and naturally evolving when it makes sense. This will require you to take advantage of new opportunities that cross your path and for you to explore.
In doing so,
trusting your gut instinct is crucial.
You must follow your feelings.
Ask yourself the following questions:
- does this go against what i stand for?
- does it betray my brand?
- does this speak to my passions?
- does this defy my sense of purpose?
- what can this lead to from here?
Should I go for this or not?
Press play and listen in as we discuss it.
Enjoy the episode and please join our discussion by leaving a comment with your thoughts.
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My Tweet, Featured in Marketing Magazine's Print Edition
unbeknownst to me, this little quote of mine was featured in the current print version of Marketing Magazine, right next to a quote from the CBC's Jian Ghomeshi.
how cool is that, huh? huge thanks to @MaryinVancity for tweeting this photo over to me after spotting it in her new issue.
my comment was in regards to the pricing structure of the new Paulo Coelho e-book on Amazon's Kindle store.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #353 - April 23, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
You Don't Have to React
and
When Good Things Happen to Other People: How to Be Luckier
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The Music Biz Weekly #106 - Is Old School Record Release Hype Back?
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The Music Biz Weekly, a weekly podcast co-hosted by Michael Brandvold & Brian Thompson. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
Join Brian and Michael for an engaging conversation on how it seems like the pre-release anticipation and awareness for new records seems to be coming back for a few certain artists.
More and more artists and their labels are utilizing a transmedia approach and content marketing to develop old school buzz for upcoming releases.
In this 45 min. episode we talk about the tactics being used to promote new albums from Daft Punk, Black Sabbath and David Bowie. We also share some ideas and advice for independent and developing DIY artists on how to take advantage of the same types of strategies with their own music releases.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #352 - April 18, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
How to Be the Best Version of You
and
do you suffer from personal energy leaks?
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The DIY Daily Podcast #351 - April 17, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Put Your Ass Where Your Heart Wants To Be
and
8 Pitfalls on the Path to Success
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast #50 - How to Stay Connected With Your Aging Audience
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Join Brian Thompson, Michael Brandvold & co-host, 80's rockstar Greg Kihn as we discuss some things artists should consider in order to stay relevant to aging fans whose lives and tastes are changing.
Not only do we have lots of laughs recording these episodes for you, but we also share tons of tips and advice to help independent artists develop their own careers.
Press play, enjoy the episode and leave a comment with what your thoughts!
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The DIY Daily Podcast #350 - April 16, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Don't Take Anything Personally
and
Louis C.K. On Patience
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The DIY Daily Podcast #349 - April 15, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
When Life Knocks You Out
and
The Paradoxical Commandments
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The DIY Daily Podcast #348 - April 12, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
A Guide to Practical Contentment
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The Music Biz Weekly #105 - Ageism in the Music Industry… and Some Other Shit Too (Facebook, Bandcamp)
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The Music Biz Weekly, a weekly podcast co-hosted by Michael Brandvold & Brian Thompson. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
Join Brian and Michael for a grab bag talk on recent changes and invite limitations on Facebook Events, the new music discovery featuresjust launched on Bandcamp, and a listener question regarding…
Ageism In The Music Industry?
Can an old guy still find success with music?
And, your homework for this episode?
share your music with our readers and listeners:
leave a comment below featuring the best track from your Bandcamp page.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #347 - April 11, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
7 Reasons Why You Might Be an Ask-hole
and
Active Listening - A Skill That Everyone Should Master
and
You Can Be Busy or Remarkable — But Not Both
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The DIY Daily Podcast #346 - April 10, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Givers, Takers, and Matchers: The Surprising Social Science of Success
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast #49 - Branding Essentials for Musicians on Day of Show
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Join Brian Thompson, Michael Brandvold & co-host, 80's rockstar Greg Kihn as we discuss some of the important branding elements an artist needs to be conscious of on a gig-day to ensure a successful and well attended event.
Not only do we have lots of laughs recording these episodes for you, but we also share tons of tips and advice to help independent artists develop their own careers.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #345 - April 9, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Just Because Something Seems a Certain Way, Doesn't Mean It REALLY IS.
and
Wisdom of Ignorance: Knowing What You Don't Know
and
The Story So Far: Your Life Is How You Interpret It
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The DIY Daily Podcast #344 - April 8, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Uniforms and Rituals, Costumes of Identity
and
Buddha Had It Right: Relax The Mind And Productivity Will Follow
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Oh! The Masks We Wear!
oh! the masks we wear
the surreptitious pretences
we oft lay bare
oh! the suits we don
what are we all scared of?
what are we hiding from?
oh! the things we do
for the approval of others
what if, we only knew?
oh! how easier things would be
if no one had to pretend
and it was easy to just be me
oh! to be inspired
to live a life unique
authentic and desired
oh! if we could just shed
our cultural cloth
and no longer be led
by this!
costume of identity
our uniform of obsession
our personal repression
—Brian Thompson
* this is a follow-up poem to my piece below which i'd love for you to read:
Uniforms and Rituals, Costumes of Identity
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Uniforms and Rituals, Costumes of Identity
we all have a uniform we wear.
to fit in, so as to not be judged by those whom we seek company. to not be noticed as different from those whom we align ourselves with.
these disguises aren't relegated to the clothes upon our backs. they echo in our words and mannerisms, and reverberate through our cliquey actions and reactions.
it may oft be referred to as peer pressure, but there is no gaggle of guys pointing and laughing, persuading you to do what you've done. no, the real pressure comes from within. for many, it isn't restricted to your years on the schoolyard, it may never go away.“In most of our human relationships, we spend much of our time reassuring one another that our costumes of identity are on straight.” ― Ram Dass
sure, it's our human desire to fit in. to have friends and to feel an affinity with others. to share common thoughts and feelings, aches and pains, pleasures and desires.
aligning ourselves with like-minded individuals lessens the pain of the inevitable loneliness and temporal impermanence of life.
yet as comforting as it can be to nestle into a close knit and similar group, comfort isn't kind. it can be destructive and defer development of your true self and potential. it can pull a veil over your eyes, lulling you into complacency, distracting you from personal discovery and progression.
your uniform can take your hopes and dreams and lock them in a box for none to see, tossing away the key, for fear of judgement and hypocrisy.
what is the uniform you've donned?
what is the cultural costume you've put on?
perhaps it's an unkempt beard, bespectacled with black rims. or perhaps it's a flannel with a fixie, or maybe it's the brands you buy and the flags you wave, or the beers you drink and the car you drive. maybe it's the teams you mock and the music you rock. perhaps it's your family's religion, something you don't even believe in.
with each uniform we wear comes an accompanying ritual of sorts. some have their trips to the mall, others have their monday night football. some have shots at the bar and spanks on the ass, others have sushi and a late night yoga class.
many do these things to fit in. but it's the few, who do it regardless of you, who do it to be authentically true.
so i ask you now, are you wearing a mask?
have you donned an unfitting uniform? does the costume of your clique no longer fit? do your rituals no longer resonate with your soul?
it's time to be you, to find your heart's true desire. let go of the status quo.
create your own identity, unfettered by the crowd.
cast away the shackles that bind you to the beliefs of others.
toss aside those ritualistic rites, done only to align you with cool. shouldn't that should have ended way back in high school?
—Brian Thompson
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The DIY Daily Podcast #343 - April 5, 2013
see a larger version of this poem here.
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The 4 Fundamental Pillars of Emotional Intelligence
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The Music Biz Weekly #104 - How Fucked Up Can Music Licensing Really Be?
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Join us for a 40 min. discussion on…
the messy and confusing world of music licensing, copyright trolls and independent music promotion.
Read the Techdirt article that we reference here:
UK Music Licensing Agency Says You Can't Use Its Music In Your Podcast Without First Purchasing A License It Doesn't Even Offer
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The DIY Daily Podcast #342 - April 4, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
How TMZ Made Me a Better Person
and
How to Find Your Purpose
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The DIY Daily Podcast #341 - April 3, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
An Untitled Essay from Julien Smith
and
5 Lessons on Bringing Your Dream to Life
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This week's Featured Song is Aqua, by Paul Crane. Visit him online at: www.paulcranemusic.com.
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast #48 - Merch Lessons From a Rock Star
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Join Brian Thompson, Michael Brandvold & co-host, 80's rockstar Greg Kihn as we reveal some merch lessons from a musician who's toured with some of the biggest bands in the world.
Rock n' Roll is not just about the music, it's also a merch business... and to a large extent, a people business. Every fan counts. You need to leave a trail of fans behind you who love and remember you for many years to come.
What will your fans say about you in twenty years?
Create a friendly and open environment for sales to occur at your shows. Connect with people on a real and personable level, and create fans for life. If you're only motivated by money, sex and fame… you won't get far. That's an extremely hollow premise to build a business on and has no longevity in it.
Press play, enjoy the episode and leave a comment with your thoughts!
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Introducing: Zen Thinking
i made this graphic for a new site i've created that's non-music related: Zen Thinking.
there's not much there yet, but if you dig this kinda' stuff, perhaps it's something you'll want to keep your eye on: www.zenthinking.net acceptance
of all that is,
ends suffering
created through resistance & denial
and manufactured thoughts of mind
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The Music Biz Weekly #103 - How To Sell Stuff In Your Social Media Stream Using Chirpify
itunes.thornybleeder.com
The Music Biz Weekly, a weekly podcast co-hosted by Michael Brandvold & Brian Thompson. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
Join us this week for a 40 min. discussion with Rory Felton, head of music & entertainment business for Chirpify, the only in-stream Social Commerce platform.
Chirpify enables you to sell digital and physical items directly in-stream on Social Media. Consumers just reply with "buy" in the comments to make purchase. It's that easy.
See Chirpify in action in my personal donation experiment on Twitter, on Facebook, on Instagram or on my Chirpify page.
We hope you enjoy this episode and once again we left you with a little homework assignment at the very end of this episode. Share your creative ideas on how to use Chirpify with us in the comments below.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #338 - March 28, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
What to Learn from a 6 Year Old Who Has Autism
and
Be Yourself: No More, No Less
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This week's Featured Song is 3 AM, by Mark Taylor. Visit him online at: www.facebook.com/marktaylorchicago.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #337 - March 27, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Live a Big Life: Shift from "Why Me?" to "Why?"
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This week's Featured Song is 3 AM, by Mark Taylor. Visit him online at: www.facebook.com/marktaylorchicago.
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast #47 - Adapting Your Brand For a Changing Industry
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Join Brian Thompson, Michael Brandvold & co-host, 80's rockstar Greg Kihn as we talk about how MTV changed Kihn's brand and his approach to marketing music, and how that parallels the cultural shift into the digital age and social media.
Not only do we have tons of fun and lots of laughs recording these episodes for you, but there's also tons of tips and advice to help artists with their own careers.
Press play, enjoy the episode and leave a comment with what you though of it!
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The DIY Daily Podcast #336 - March 26, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
What is Positive Realism?
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This week's Featured Song is 3 AM, by Mark Taylor. Visit him online at: www.facebook.com/marktaylorchicago.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #335 - March 25, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
How to Increase Your Odds of Finding a Miracle
and
8 Wake-Up Calls You Need to Receive
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This week's Featured Song is 3 AM, by Mark Taylor. Visit him online at: www.facebook.com/marktaylorchicago.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #334 - March 22, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Trade in Your Consumption, Live With Less
and
Oscar Wilde Offers Practical Advice for an Aspiring Writer
and
Change Happens Whether You Want It to or Not
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This week's Featured Song is "Smoking Gun", by Mindil Beach Markets. Visit them online at: www.mindilbeachmarkets.com.
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The Music Biz Weekly #102 - Here's Why Your Music Is Going Nowhere.
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The Music Biz Weekly, a weekly podcast co-hosted by Michael Brandvold & Brian Thompson. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
join Brian Thompson & Michael Brandvold for a 40 min. talk on why a talented band might feel as if they're spinning their wheels and not going nowhere.
the blog post that I referenced in this episode can be read here:
Do Something Today That Will Benefit Your Tomorrow:
30 Ideas That Cost Nothing.
at the end of this podcast we give you some homework, but you have to listen to the episode to find out what it is. once you you've completed your assignment, make sure you come back and leave a comment with your story eh?
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A Social Content Creation & Curation Renumeration Experiment with Chirpify
i'm trying something new.
if you dig all of the content i create
you can now donate
via facebook, twitter, instagram,
or
Visit My Chirpify Donation Page
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The DIY Daily Podcast #333 - March 21, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Henry Miller on the mystery of the universe and the meaning of life
and
Being a writer is not a natural life. Of course it's not natural working in a coal mine or a cubicle either.
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LAUNCHING SPRING 2013: Zen and the Art of Music Marketing (an e-course from Brian Thompson)
LAUNCHING SPRING 2013
Zen and the Art of Music Marketing
http://www.zenmusicmarketing.com
including:
The Four Noble Truths of Music Marketing
+
The Eightfold Path to Music Success
* downloadable e-book (.mobi, .pdf, .epub, .txt)
* on-demand HD video lectures
* downloadable mp3 podcasts
* downloadable pdf notes & worksheets
* exclusive online blogs
* community support
* and much more
an e-course from brian thompson: http://www.zenmusicmarketing.com
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The DIY Daily Podcast #332 - March 20, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Are You (Subconsciously) Afraid of Success?
and
Are The People You're Connected To Keeping You From Success?
and
Throwing Your Caution To The Wind
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bit by bit, the little things add up.
i thought it'd be a good idea to create a wee lil' graphic for my website highlighting all of the different things i've spoken at or appeared on (see a larger version here).
once i started compiling all the logos, i was shocked at how many have events and websites i've been involved with have accumulated over the past few years.
what about you?
are you doing something each and every day that will enable you to look back in a year and reflect on all of the positive progress you've made?
perhaps this blog post can help kickstart a new beginning for you:
30 Things You Can Do Today That Will Improve Your Tomorrow
"Sometimes when I consider what tremendous consequences come from little things. I am tempted to think there are no little things."
- Bruce Barton
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast Ep. #46 - Branding Mistakes From An 80's Rock Star
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Join Brian Thompson and Michael Brandvold from The Music Biz Weekly every Wednesday for a new episode of The Rock Star Branding Podcast. We have a new guest co-host for 2013 too, 80's Rockstar, Author and Radio DJ, Greg Kihn.
Join us for our second episode with Greg as we go digging for some dirt and dive into his past, revealing some of the branding and marketing mistakes Greg made along the way with his chart-topping career in rock n' roll.
Funny, intriguing and always entertaining... we hope you enjoy this episode and walk away with a some useful bits of advice to help you on your musical path.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #331 - March 19, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The fire within
and
When Your Beliefs Hold You Back: Release Them to Avoid Regret
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This week's Featured Song is "Smoking Gun", by Mindil Beach Markets. Visit them online at: www.mindilbeachmarkets.com.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #330 - March 18, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Do You Compare Yourself?
and
3 Ways to Deal with 3 Different Forms of Negativity in the World
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This week's Featured Song is "Sucker For Love", by The Bayones featuring Brian Ray and Oliver Leiber. Visit Brian Ray and The Bayonets online at: www.brianray.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #329 - March 15, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
A Calendar of Wisdom: Tolstoy on Knowledge and the Meaning of Life
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This week's Featured Song is "Sucker For Love", by The Bayones featuringBrian Ray and Oliver Leiber. Visit Brian Ray and The Bayonets online at: www.brianray.com.
The Music Biz Weekly Ep. #101 - Do Bands Need a Mission Statement? Black Sabbath Has One, Do You?
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The Music Biz Weekly, a weekly podcast co-hosted by Michael Brandvold & Brian Thompson. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
Join us for a 30 min. discussion on how creating a mission statement for your band can help keep everyone on-track and aligned with your goals.
write a mission statement that means something. it’ll keep your entire team focused and give you direction when you most need it.
a mission statement isn't your actual goals, but it should power them.
use concrete language and avoid ambiguity.
be clear and concise.
questions to ask yourself include:
- why do you do what you do?
- what makes you care?
- what sets you apart from all the rest?
- what are your values?
- what are your goals?
* for more information, check out this article I found on Fast Company on How to Write a Mission Statement That Doesn't Suck.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #328 - March 14, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Every Day Can Be A Starting Point:
Make a New Beginning
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This week's Featured Song is "Sucker For Love", by The Bayonets featuringBrian Ray and Oliver Leiber. Visit Brian Ray and The Bayonets online at: www.brianray.com.
NEW! The Rock Star Branding Podcast Ep. #45 - Introducing Our New Co-host, 80's Rockstar Greg Kihn
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast returns for an all-new season and our first new episode in 2013.
Join me and Michael Brandvold for the debut episode with our new guest co-host, 80's rockstar, author and radio DJ, Greg Kihn.
Not familiar with who Greg Kihn is?
If you're a fan of 80's music, then you might be familiar with Greg from this classic MTV hit from 1985, Jeapordy:
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The DIY Daily Podcast #327 - March 13, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
How Competition Makes You Better: 4 Lessons from Picasso and Matisse
and
Stop Comparing Yourself to Others…(BE the ONE)
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This week's Featured Song is "Sucker For Love", by The Bayones featuring Brian Ray and Oliver Leiber. Visit Brian Ray and The Bayonets online at: www.brianray.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #326 - March 12, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The Greatest Gift We've Been Given Is Choice
and
Alexander Graham Bell on Success, Innovation, and Creativity
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This week's Featured Song is "Sucker For Love", by The Bayones featuring Brian Ray and Oliver Leiber. Visit Brian Ray and The Bayonets online at: www.brianray.com.
I'm Featured in a UK Infographic: 2013 Music Blog Guide
their work was just published and here it is:
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The DIY Daily Podcast #325 - March 11, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The Cracked Pot
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This week's Featured Song is "Sucker For Love", by The Bayones featuringBrian Ray and Oliver Leiber. Visit Brian Ray and The Bayonets online at: www.brianray.com.
Online Influence Creates Offline Opportunities (or, How I Got on TV)
the social web has brought change to our cultural influencers and tastemakers.
yes, the paradigm shift continues.
the connection between online engagement with social media profiles, content marketing, and personal branding vs. the "real world" deepens. the lines have become blurred. online is no longer reserved for the nerdy and technologically elite.
if you don't have any online clout (or Klout), and you aren't resonating with an online audience, your IRL (in real life) options will be limited.
online influence creates offline opportunities.
it's a fact.
this past friday i received a tweet from a reporter who works for the local CBC Television Nightly News, asking if i was available to comment on a music story. i replied immediately, saying i was. forty-five minutes later a reporter and cameraman were in my house to interview me to capture my comments on a story they were running that evening.
now, i am not a Biebs (Justin Bieber) fan, nor do i listen to pop music (or even the radio for that matter). but CBC wanted an "expert's opinion" from a Music Marketer, and because of the continual stream of content i share on my website and my active presence on Twitter, i was the first guy they thought of.
the moral of the story?
if you don't appear in someone's online feeds and streams, you risk not being thought of.
my interview with CBC was about 15 minutes long, but as you can see from the final story that aired below… all but three or four sentences were cut and edited out. that's the nature of the beast though. regardless, it was a cool little surprise and i had a lot of fun doing it.
reminder: continual online efforts pay off… if you do it in a way that connects with people without turning them off.
good things come to those who blog.
watch my little 30 seconds of fame on the CBC Nightly News here:
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The DIY Daily Podcast #324 - March 8, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The Difference Between Self-Discipline and Self-Flaggelation
and
10 Little Habits that Steal Your Happiness
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This week's Featured Song is "Stand Your Ground", a collaboration from Redgy Blackout with T. Nile. Download this song for free from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
The Music Biz Weekly Ep. #100: Nic Adler of The Roxy on the Importance of Social Media in Booking Gigs
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The Music Biz Weekly, a weekly podcast co-hosted by Michael Brandvold & Brian Thompson. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
This is our 100th Episode! Woohoo! First of all, thanks so much for all of your support and continued listens you guys, we totally appreciate it.
We figured there's no better time like our 100th Episode to roll out an update to our Podcast graphics, what do you think?
We talk with Nic about how important of a role social media plays in booking bands into the club, including how their online engagement with fans on Facebook and Twitter can determine how much the club pays them. We also chat about some other tips for artists on how to land gigs and build a scene.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #323 - March 7, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
7 Habits Of Highly Effective Quitters
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This week's Featured Song is "Stand Your Ground", a collaboration from Redgy Blackout with T. Nile. Download this song for free from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
80's Rock Star & Radio DJ Greg Kihn Joins The Rock Star Branding Podcast as Special Guest Co-Host
Greg Kihn, known for his top 10 singles The Breakup Song and Jeopardy, is also a radio morning veteran with 16 years under his belt hosting a morning show in the San Francisco market. The Rock Star Branding podcast will debut with Greg Kihn on March 13th. The show can be found on Apple iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Blackberry Podcasts, SoundCloud, thornybleeder.com, MichaelBrandvold.com and of course GregKihn.com.
Co-host Michael Brandvold said, “When Brian Thompson and I decided to retool the show I had a crazy idea about seeing if Greg Kihn would be interested in joining us. Having listened to Greg on the air for years I knew he had the insight that only a rock star would have… he has toured the world as a MTV star.”
Brian Thompson added, “We always have a lot of fun on this podcast as we joke around and share war stories from our own experiences and from those whose careers we study. It’s going to be an absolute riot and a pleasure to have someone with Greg’s storied past join us and share his well-travelled tales with our audience.”Click to Read More...
How to Create a Content Strategy: Webinar Recording Now Available + Free Slide Presentation
we had people from all over the world tune in, including Canada, United States, Argentina, Australia and Greece. judging by the all of cool tweets that rolled in afterwards, everyone walked away incredibly jazzed with the info we shared and excited to put it into motion with their own marketing plans.
our live events are always free, but if you want to view and access the 90 minute video webinar On Demand and with Unlimited Viewing, it's a small fee of only $9.99 USD.
buy the webinar here
below is the slideshow presentation that we used as the talking points for this webinar. feel free to download it, print it up for your own reference, share it, or even post it on your own website.
we had a lot of un putting on this webinar for you guys, we hope you enjoy it and learn some cool ideas to help grow your audience. we'd love to hear from you, let us know what you think.
90 min. video webinar
only $9.99
this video webinar addresses the following core questions:
• what is Content Marketing?
• what is Inbound Marketing?
• what purpose do these concepts serve in creating new fans?
• what are the key elements to an effective strategy?
• how long should a strategy run?
• what channels of distribution do you need to consider for your content?
• how do you optimize your content for maximum viewing potential?
• what are some typical events you can create strategies around?
• how do you measure the success of your strategy?
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The DIY Daily Podcast #322 - March 6, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Best Way to Start Anything
and
3 Secrets of Superachievers
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This week's Featured Song is "Stand Your Ground", a collaboration from Redgy Blackout with T. Nile. Download this song for free from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #321 - March 5, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Do not keep bad shit bottled up. Empty yourself.
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This week's Featured Song is "Stand Your Ground", a collaboration from Redgy Blackout with T. Nile. Download this song for free from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #320 - March 4, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The Stax Records Guide To Overcoming Setbacks
and
Quotes from Cultural Icons on Criticism
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This week's Featured Song is "Stand Your Ground", a collaboration from Redgy Blackout with T. Nile. Download this song for free from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #319 - March 1, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
How Are You Using Your 86,400 Seconds?
and
Finding And Using Intuition To Achieve Your Goal
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This week's Featured Song is "All I Wanna Know", a collaboration from Dear Rouge with Alexandria Maillot. Download this song for free from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
The Music Biz Weekly Ep. #99 - How to Monetize a Band's Downtime with StageIt
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The Music Biz Weekly, a weekly podcast co-hosted by Michael Brandvold & Brian Thompson. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
Audio Version Here:
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe to it on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.
Our Featured Song is the new acoustic version of "Keep the Spirit Alive" by Russ Dwarf (former lead singer for Killer Dwarfs).
Visit Russ online at http://www.russdwarf.com.
Submit Your Song to be Featured
on The Music Biz Weekly Podcast via Music Xray here.
i'd love to give you a helping hand.
book a private coaching session with me via Skype.
click here for more info.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #313 - February 20, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
11 Life-Changing Questions You Must Ask Yourself
and
Creativity Tips From 5 Very Funny People
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This week's Featured Song is "Money On You", from Columbia. Download this song for free from the band's website at: www.columbiaband.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #312 - February 19, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
5 Questions That Will Make You a Happier Person
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This week's Featured Song is "Money On You", from Columbia. Download this song for free from the band's website at: www.columbiaband.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #311 - February 18, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
It's All On You, What You Want, How Hard You Are Willing to Hustle, and How Relentless You Are Going to Be
and
Are Your Goals and Your Purpose the Same Thing?
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This week's Featured Song is "Money On You", from Columbia. Download this song for free from the band's website at: www.columbiaband.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #310 - February 15, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
7 Reasons You're Not as Successful as You Could Be
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This week's Featured Song is "Our Friends Say", a collaboration from Beekeeper with Ali Milner. Download this song and others for free from the Love & Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #309 - February 13, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The Secret to Finding Your Passion
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This week's Featured Song is "Our Friends Say", a collaboration from Beekeeper with Ali Milner. Download this song and others for free from the Love & Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #97: 3 Need-to-Know Tips From Each of Social Media's Big 3
Download The Music Biz Weekly
on Apple iTunes: http://itunes.thornybleeder.com
The Music Biz Weekly, a weekly podcast co-hosted by Michael Brandvold & Brian Thompson. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
Join us this week for a 1 hour discussion on three social media marketing tips from each of the big three main sites.
Audio Version Here:
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe to it on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #308 - February 12, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
7 Qualities of Über-Productive People
and
6 Steps to Bringing Creativity to Life
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This week's Featured Song is "Our Friends Say", a collaboration from Beekeeper with Ali Milner. Download this song and others for free from the Love & Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #307 - February 11, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
How a Stranger Can Lead to a Worldwide Network of Connections
and
10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Was Your Age
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This week's Featured Song is "Our Friends Say", a collaboration from Beekeeper with Ali Milner. Download this song and others for free from the Love & Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
Announcement: Brian Thompson to Teach Music Business Course at Langara College in May 2013
I'm really excited to dive in with this cool new opportunity, not only because I'll be teaching my very own class but also because I've custom created the course curriculum myself.
I've taken my over twenty years of experience in the music industry, rolled it together with my social media marketing savvy, and have created a very unique and well rounded course serving as an introduction to the music business and do-it-yourself marketing for independent musicians.
It's a one of a kind class unlike any other.
Interested in finding out more? Follow the links below for more information, tuition, and contact info.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #306 - February 8, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Most Things Don't Work Out... And That's OK
and
9 Unconventional Habits of Extraordinary Success
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This week's Featured Song is "Make It", a collaboration from Georgia Murray with The Gay Nineties. Download this song and others for free from the Love & Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #305 - February 7, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Why Some "Opportunities" are Bullshit
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This week's Featured Song is "Make It", a collaboration from Georgia Murray with The Gay Nineties. Download this song and others for free from the Love & Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #304 - February 6, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The Unconscious Agreements Which Create Your Life
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This week's Featured Song is "Make It", a collaboration from Georgia Murray with The Gay Nineties. Download this song and others for free from the Love & Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
Speaking Engagements in Calgary & Edmonton: Building Your Brand
i'll be in town speaking on a couple of panels which will be packed full of useful info, ideas and suggestions to help you improve the presentation of your band, reach new fans, while intriguing tastemakers and industry professionals with your new level of awesomeness.
more info and details below.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #303 - February 5, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The Broaden and Build Theory: How Positive Emotions Make Us Smarter and Work Harder
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How To Stay Sane: The Art of Revising Your Inner Storytelling
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This week's Featured Song is "Make It", a collaboration from Georgia Murray with The Gay Nineties. Download this song and others for free from the Love & Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
Free Webinar Announcement - How to Create a Content Strategy (presented by The Music Biz Weekly)
3pm PST / 6pm EST
How to Create a Content Strategy
presented by Brian Thompson & Michael Brandvold from The Music Biz Weekly
Join me and Michael for a free and live presentation of our 9th educational webinar in our critically reviewed music marketing series. This live webinar will be a 60 min. presentation followed by a 30 min. live Q&A session with our live audience.
** space is limited, register now **
How to Create a Content Strategy will address the following core questions:
- What is content?
- What is Content Marketing?
- What is Inbound Marketing?
- What is the difference between Push and Pull Marketing?
- What purpose do these concepts serve in creating new fans?
- What are the key elements to an effective strategy?
- How long should a strategy run?
- What channels of distribution do you need to consider for your content?
- How do you optimize your content for maximum viewing potential?
- What is SEO and how does it apply to the content I create?
- What are some typical events you can create strategies around?
- How do you measure the success of your strategy?
a video recording will be available
after the free live event for only $9.99.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #302 - February 4, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
8 Daily Habits that Will Make You Stronger
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This week's Featured Song is "Make It", a collaboration from Georgia Murray with The Gay Nineties. Download this song and others for free from the Love & Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #301 - February 1, 2013
The World Needs Your Story
and
This is Why You Fail
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Tonight", from Jordan Corey. Visit Jordan online at www.jordancorey.com.Click to Read More...
NOW ON VIDEO: The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #95 - Creating a Product for a Market that Doesn't Want One
Download on Apple iTunes:
http://itunes.thornybleeder.com
After publishing 94 episodes, we decided to go video.
We're now on YouTube.
The Music Biz Weekly is a weekly podcast co-hosted by me (Brian Thompson) & Michael Brandvold. Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
Join us for a 50 min. discussion on the problem musicians face by feeling like they have to create a product for a market that doesn't want to buy one.
Artists find themselves creating a commodity for an audience who has become accustomed to not paying for music.
What options are left for artists to monetize their music and brands?
What can you do, what can you create, what can you sell? The experience and the emotions. Think and look outside the box for the experience that your fans want to be part of. The music business has changed and you need to think differently as the market no longer wants to buy just the music alone.
Press play and hear what to have say.
Audio Version Here:
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe to it on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #300: Pursuing Your Passions w/ Brian Ray (Guitar for Paul McCartney)
tune in to this very special episode below an to hear me chat with Brian Ray, guitarist and bass player for Paul McCartney, about creativity, inspiration, motivation, discipline, worth ethic and pursuing your passions.
Visit Brian's home online at: www.brianray.com.
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Tonight", from Jordan Corey. Visit Jordan online at www.jordancorey.com.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #299 - January 30, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
You Must Be Brave Enough To Lead With Your Heart
and
All Breakthroughs come with a Fever
and
The Good Life Project: Living Creed
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Tonight", from Jordan Corey. Visit Jordan online at www.jordancorey.com.Click to Read More...
You Must Be Brave Enough To Lead With Your Heart
if you want to be heard, you need to have an opinion, an original thought, a reason for doing what you do.
you need to be able to stand behind it and believe in it. to have conviction for your beliefs.
if you don't believe in what you're saying:
your words will mean nothing. they will be empty. they will be meaningless echoes from those whom you emulate. they will be that which has already been done. your words will fall flat upon ears, for they will bring nothing new to an already finished conversation.
you need to matter.
not to be disregarded.
or forgotten.
so if you want to mean something...
you must be brave enough to lead with your heart.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #298 - January 29, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
How to Avoid Self-Sabotage
and
How to Spark a Great Idea: 5 Steps
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Tonight", from Jordan Corey. Visit Jordan online at www.jordancorey.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #297 - January 28, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The Science of Love: How "Positivity Resonance" Shapes the Way We Connect
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Tonight", from Jordan Corey. Visit Jordan online at www.jordancorey.com.
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Special Guest Announcement for Episode #300 of The DIY Daily Podcast
tune in this Thursday, January 31st to hear us chat about creativity, inspiration, motivation, discipline, worth ethic and pursuing your passions.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #296 - January 25, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Discomfort Zone: How to Master the Universe
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "A Silent Sphere", a collaboration from Jordan Klassen and Facts. Download the Love & Bravery compilation which this song appears on for free from: www.thepeakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #94 - The Psychology of Selling Rock And Roll
Join us for a 40 min. discussion on The Psychology of Selling Rock And Roll. We got the idea to chat about this topic from a new article I found written by rock journalist Juliette Jagger.
Our discussion addresses the reality of selling music as a product, the exaggerations and mis-truths in music marketing (and all marketing for that matter), and the mindset hurdles that independent artists need to overcome if they want to make money from their art.
Press play below and here what to have say:
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe to it on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #295 - January 24, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Understanding How to Frame Your Creative Expertise
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "A Silent Sphere", a collaboration from Jordan Klassen and Facts. Download the Love & Bravery compilation which this song appears on for free from: www.thepeakperformanceproject.com.
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Live Appearances Update from Brian
Unfortunately due to some unforeseen circumstances I won't be at Midem as planned. For anyone who was planning on attending my session, I'm sorry about this scheduling change, however I'm confident they'll find another intriguing speaker to fill my shoes and to kick some ass.
I just confirmed speaking engagements in Calgary and Edmonton for sessions with Alberta Music on February 12 and 13th.
This Thursday I return to Nimbus School of Recording Arts for the first of another four weeks of guest lectures with their Music Business Class.
Next Monday, I'll be dropping in for a guest session at BCIT (British Columbia Institute of Technology) for one of their Social Media & Blogging classes.
I'll also be speaking at the IC Virtual Music Conference and Expo, an online event, from February 26-28. Hmm... I'm still not sure what's happening with me and Canadian Music Week this year. There's some interest from organizers in me bing there, so hopefully that gets confirmed soon.
And if you happen to be in Fort McMurray, Alberta, it looks like I'll be there at the end of March to present an in-depth Advanced Social Media session.
I've been confirmed as a guest speaker at a Goth Convention on April 19 in Austin, Texas called Convergence XIX - Gathering ov Bats. How cool is that?
And lastly, I'll also be speaking at Social Media Camp in Victoria, BC on May 7.
Hit me up if there's something you'd like me to be involved with... I'd love to help out.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #294 - January 23, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Can Doodling Improve Memory and Concentration?
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10 Ways to Determine Exactly What You Want to Do with Your Life
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "A Silent Sphere", a collaboration from Jordan Klassen and Facts. Download the Love & Bravery compilation which this song appears on for free from: www.thepeakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #293 - January 22, 2013
Discontent is the fuel for transformation.
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The Art of Doing Amazing Work... Faith. Craft. Attention. Improvisation.
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "A Silent Sphere", a collaboration from Jordan Klassen and Facts. Download the Love & Bravery compilation which this song appears on for free from: www.thepeakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #292 - January 32, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
You Don't Need More Experience. You Need More Courage.
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8 Dangerous Things We Teach Each Other
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "A Silent Sphere", a collaboration from Jordan Klassen and Facts. Download the Love & Bravery compilation which this song appears on for free from: www.thepeakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #291 - January 18, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
How to Dream Bigger in Spite of Fear
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10 Choices You Will Regret in 10 Years
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Polarized", from Luke Dowler. Visit him online at: www.www.lukedowler.com.
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The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #93 - How to Get Your Music Featured on iTunes with Tips from TuneCore
Join us today for a 40 min. discussion with Chris Mooney, TuneCore's Senior Director for Artist Promotions.
Listen here:
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.
In this episode we talk about:
7 Tips For Getting Featured On iTunes.
We also reveal a little known tool within the TuneCore arsenal, a direct-to-fan music marketing tool, a music player widget that lets you collect fan emails in exchange for a free download. See the example below for where to find it in your artist dashboard:Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #290 - January 17, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
How to Spark Your Life: 4 Valuable Steps
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How To Become An Idea Machine
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Polarized", from Luke Dowler. Visit him online at: www.www.lukedowler.com.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #289 - January 16, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
7 Things to Stop Worrying About Today
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Put Your Ego in It’s Place!
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Polarized", from Luke Dowler. Visit him online at: www.www.lukedowler.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #288 - January 15, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Is It a Problem... Or an Inconvenience?
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How to Savor Life
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Polarized", from Luke Dowler. Visit him online at: www.www.lukedowler.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #287 - January 14, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
Why You Should Give Yourself Permission to Screw Up
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3 Essential Ingredients for Creative Inspiration
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Polarized", from Luke Dowler. Visit him online at: www.www.lukedowler.com. Click to Read More...
Feature Article on Brian Thompson in Vancouver Weekly
i gotta admit, i really don't like the word Guru, it kinda gives me the willies. but, i'm totally honoured and humbled nonetheless by their incredibly kind words!
i've done tons of interviews in the past few years but this article took a pretty different angle and approach than all the rest, which was really cool to see. when you sit down for an interview you never know how it's going to turn out. thumbs up on this one!
read Vancouver Weekly's story on me here
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The DIY Daily Podcast #286 - January 11, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
The Old Man and The Pen
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6 Tips to Find Your Bliss So You Can Follow It
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "The Little Things", from Delbert and the Commotions. Visit them online at: www.delbertandthecommotions.com.
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The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #92 - It Doesn't Matter What YOU Want, It Matters What THEY Want
Each week we interview movers and shakers in the music business and discuss music marketing techniques for the DIY independent musician.
Join us in this week's episode below for a 40 min. discussion on…
if you focus on the value you can deliver to others, you will be more successful.
click to tweet this quote
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #285 - January 10, 2013
Today's episode features a discussion on:
5 Uncommon Thoughts That Guarantee Uncommon Success
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Slow Down to Connect with Your Creative Self
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "The Little Things", from Delbert and the Commotions. Visit them online at: www.delbertandthecommotions.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #284 - January 9, 2013
It's a powerful and emotional letter that I share with you today, one which I'm sure many of you will be able to relate to.
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Click to Read More...The DIY Daily Podcast #283 - January 8, 2013
Today I talk about:
How “faux fear” might be fauxing up your life
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is "The Little Things", from Delbert and the Commotions. Visit them online at: www.delbertandthecommotions.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #282 - January 7, 2013
Today I talk about:
Why fear helps you create kick-ass work
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8 Ways to Simplify the Pursuit of Happiness
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is "The Little Things", from Delbert and the Commotions. Visit them online at: www.delbertandthecommotions.com.
The DIY Daily Podcast #281 - January 4, 2013
Today I talk about:
Realizing Your Dream: Stop Dwelling on "What If's"
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9 Beliefs of Highly Ineffective People
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Take Me Out Baby", from Billy the Kid. Visit Billy online at: www.billythekidonline.com.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #91 - Back to Basics: Prepping for Future Success
In this episode we talk about
tending to your To-Do Lists,
making milestones
& setting intentions.
Press Play (or download it below) and leave a comment with how you intend to prep for a new year.
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #280 - January 3, 2013
Today I talk about:
sonder: there is a unique universe inside each of us
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Creativity Is Like a Slot Machine
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Creativity, Work Ethic, and Problem-Solving vs. Problem-Creating
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Take Me Out Baby", from Billy the Kid.Visit Billy online at: www.billythekidonline.com.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #279 - January 2, 2013
Today I talk about:
Every Moment You Face, Shapes All Of Your Tomorrows
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How Long Will It Take To Succeed? +
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Take Me Out Baby", from Billy the Kid.Visit Billy online at: www.billythekidonline.com.
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The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #90 - Slash Bassist Todd Kerns Discusses Music, Creativity & Social Media
Todd reveals his thoughts on social media, how he makes time to stay connected with his fans, details behind his crowdfunding campaign for his new solo album, and how he continues to stay motivated and creative in an ever-changing music industry.
Vist Todd online at www.toddkerns.com.
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.
This podcast is sponsored by Music Xray, 21st Century A&R,
Featured Song is "Remote Control" from the 1997 Age of Electric album, Make a Pest a Pet.
Submit Your Song to be Featured
on The Music Biz Weekly Podcast via Music XRay here.
i'd love to give you a helping hand.
book a private coaching session with me via Skype.
click here for more info.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #278 - December 21, 2012
Today I talk about:
7 Things You Will Smile About When You're Older
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4 Powerful Success Secrets Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Love Is Blind", from Paul Filek.Visit Paul online at: www.paulfilek.com.
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Creative Digital Marketing for Musicians: Video of a Live Presentation from Brian Thompson
And now, almost one year later, here's a live video of that very session. It's a presentation on creative digital marketing for songwriters and musicians. Most of the presentation is centred around the following blog post of mine: Top 31 Ways to Suck at Social Media Marketing.
Don't forget to share it with your friends and fellow musicians, eh?
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The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #89 - Learn How to Pitch, Present & Persuade with Oren Klaff
I discovered Oren a couple of months ago while watching a video interview he did with Chase Jarvis. I was so impressed with the message he was delivering, I was inspired to write my own blog post on the topic of pitching. You can read it here: Top 15 Tips When Making Your Pitch
With 12 years of experience as an investment banker, Oren Klaff has extensive experience raising capital, selling companies and closing complex deals.
Learn new and better methods to position, promote and present you & your music.
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #277 - December 20, 2012
Today I talk about:
12 Big Mistakes You Made This Year
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magical moments and tiny tornadoes
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Love Is Blind", from Paul Filek.Visit Paul online at: www.paulfilek.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #276 - December 19, 2012
Today I talk about:
Happiness Comes to Those Who Live Their Calling
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The Do Plan, or Why We Know, But Don't Do
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Love Is Blind", from Paul Filek.Visit Paul online at: www.paulfilek.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #275 - December 18, 2012
I had a ton of fun recording today's new podcast for you! Seriously. I don't know what it was, but there was some amazingly good vibes I was able to riff on this morning. I hope you'll join in and have a listen to Episode #275 below.
Today I talk about:
- the power of the present
- changing how you perceive obstacles
- things everyone should have on their daily To Do list
Leave a comment and share your thoughts on today's episode, eh?
10 Powerful Things to Put on Your To-Do List Today
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Love Is Blind", from Paul Filek.Visit Paul online at: www.paulfilek.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #274 - December 17, 2012
Today's Topics:
Why do People Love or Hate You
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Direct Your Emotional Memory to Feel Good Now
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Love Is Blind", from Paul Filek.Visit Paul online at: www.paulfilek.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #273 - December 14, 2012
Today's Topics:
Catch Anger Before It Catches You
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9 Things You Need to Chill Out About
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Rusted Heart", a collaboration from Mike Edel and The Fugitives. Download this song for free, and others, from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #88 - How to Get Your Song on Commercial Radio, a Discussion with Dunner, PD for 99.3 The Fox
Dunner is not only a Program Director for one of the most vital rock stations in the country, but he's also a touring musician himself and is someone who's dedicated to help developing artists learn the ins and outs of the music business.
This is an incredibly valuable episode for any serious artist who might be considering radio as a part of their marketing and promotion plan. Join us as we discuss:
What is the importance of creating relationships with radio station staff?
What does "having a good story" really mean?
What role does social media play with a band getting on the radio?
What role does timing play?
This episode concludes our two-part series on how to get your music on the radio. Don't miss our first instalment, Episode #86 with special guest Oscar Furtado from Tandemtracks Promotions.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #272 - December 13, 2012
Today's Topics:
The Illusion of Waiting for the Future to Be Happy
+
8 Beliefs That Make You More Resilient
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Rusted Heart", a collaboration from Mike Edel and The Fugitives. Download this song for free, and others, from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #271 - December 12, 2012
Today's Topics:
The Science of Our Optimism Bias and the Life-Cycle of Happiness
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Rusted Heart", a collaboration from Mike Edel and The Fugitives. Download this song for free, and others, from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The Rock Star Branding Podcast Ep. #44 - The Importance of Cover Art on Digital Downloads & Album Streams
It's all about context.
If a painting looks great on the wall, it doesn't it mean it will look great as your iTunes album cover art.
A great photo, picture or design doesn't necessarily make a great album cover.
Consider all of the detail which will be lost when that photo is reduced down to only 150 pixels wide.
If an artist wants to find new fans who are exploring random content online, they must create an engaging thumbnail.
Does your content match the medium in which its being consumed?
Join the discussion and leave your thoughts in the comments below.
This podcast series airs every Wednesday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder, but you can also find it on iTunes, SoundCloud and Stitcher Radio.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #270 - December 11, 2012
Today's Topics:
5 Habits Of Successful People
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Rusted Heart", a collaboration from Mike Edel and The Fugitives. Download this song for free, and others, from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
Introduce yourself in the comments below!
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The DIY Daily Podcast #268 - December 7, 2012
Today's Topics:
The Myth of Ownership
+
9 Reasons You're Stuck Where You Are
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Get Where Your Heart Is", a collaboration from Headwater and Dominique Fricot. Download this song for free, and others, from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
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The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #87 - PledgeMusic Gives Insider Tips on Successful Crowdfunding
In case you've been too busy doing the backstroke in your Olympic-sized swimming pool, paid for by your major label advance…
the new business of making music is all about hands on, direct to fan, crowd funding.
And with good reason. It works… and everyone wins, fans and artist alike.
But launching a crowdfunding campaign is not a slam dunk. It takes a lot of planning, a lot of hands-on daily work, a network of existing and interested followers, and a desire to connect with your fans in new and creative ways.
Crowdfunding campaigns are a ton of work, but they're also incredibly rewarding.
Listen to the podcast below as PledgeMusic's Jayce Varden reveals important insider tips on how to execute a successful campaign.
What's the best crowd funding campaign you've seen so far? What made it stand out above all the rest? Have you done one yourself? Leave a comment and share your thoughts!
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.
This podcast is sponsored by Music Xray, 21st Century A&R,
Our Featured Song this week is "Love Me Love Me Love Me" from NYC's Sinem Saniye.
Visit Sinem online at www.sinem.net.
Submit Your Song to be Featured
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The DIY Daily Podcast #267 - December 6, 2012
Today's Topics:
The Importance of Being Unreasonable
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Get Where Your Heart Is", a collaboration from Headwater and Dominique Fricot. Download this song for free, and others, from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #266 - December 5, 2012
Today's Topics:
Transcending Your Fear Using Courage and Boldness
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Get Where Your Heart Is", a collaboration from Headwater and Dominique Fricot. Download this song for free, and others, from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The Rock Star Branding Podcast Ep. #43 - How Important is an Album's Track Order in the Digital Age?
Sequencing tracks on an album has changed considerably over the years.
In the days when vinyl and cassettes ruled, you had two sides of music to play with. The physical separation of the music into two
That all changed when the CD took over though. Albums were then listened to in one lump piece, with no separation. If you wanted to listen to something else you still had to physically get up off your ass, walk over to your stereo and remove the compact disc.
But now, in the digital age a song can be skipped or shut off and a new artist and album can be selected with the click of a button or even a simple voice command.
So how has all of this changed the fine art of album sequencing?
Where should an artist place their best songs within the album?
What does an artist need to consider when programming the "flow" of their album?
Listen to the podcast below and then make sure to leave a comment with your thoughts. How have you approached this issue with your album?
This podcast series airs every Wednesday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder, but you can also find it on iTunes, SoundCloud and Stitcher Radio.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #265 - December 4, 2012
Today's Topics:
Quitting "I Can't"
+
Experimental Homework
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Get Where Your Heart Is", a collaboration from Headwater and Dominique Fricot. Download this song for free, and others, from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #264 - December 3, 2012
Today's Topic:
20 Good Habits to Start in Your 20s
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Get Where Your Heart Is", a collaboration from Headwater and Dominique Fricot. Download this song for free and others from the Love and Bravery compilation at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #263 - November 30, 2012
I do a reading for you of:
Oh, the Places You'll Go! (by Dr. Seuss)
+
What listening to a story does to our brains
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Summer", from singer/songwriter Kylie Campion. Visit Kylie online at: www.kyliecampion.com.
Click to Read More...The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #86 - When Does an Artist Need to Hire a Radio Promoter? A Discussion with Oscar Furtado from Tandemtracks Promotions
Radio Promotion has been one of our most requested topics to cover.
Join us as we dive deep with Oscar and discover when an artist might need to hire a radio promoter and what they should do to prepare for working with one.
Have you worked with a radio tracker before? How did it go? Leave a comment and share your thoughts.
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.
This podcast is sponsored by Music Xray, 21st Century A&R,
Our Featured Song this week is "Inner Anarchist" from the band, Hiding in Public.
Visit them online at www.hidinginpublic.com.
Submit Your Song to be Featured
on The Music Biz Weekly Podcast via Music XRay here.
i'd love to give you a helping hand.
book a private coaching session with me via Skype.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #262 - November 29, 2012
Today's Topics:
Why You Must Simply Begin
+
Letting Go of Stress Around Your Goals: 4 Tips to Relax
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Summer", from singer/songwriter Kylie Campion. Visit Kylie online at: www.kyliecampion.com. Click to Read More...The DIY Daily Podcast #261 - November 28, 2012
Today's Topics:
Do Not Quit
+
9 Good Decisions You’ve Waited Too Long to Make
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Summer", from singer/songwriter Kylie Campion. Visit Kylie online at: www.kyliecampion.com.Click to Read More...The Rock Star Branding Podcast #42 - What Makes You a Rebel? Justin Bieber Wears Overalls.
The varying degrees of rebellion, it's relative to who your audience is. For some, being a rebel is out of the norm and gets you press and helps sell music, merch and tickets. For others, it's an everyday way of life.
But I will say this…
if you have to think about being a rebel and strategically plan for it…
then you're probably not a rebel. you're a poser.
Press play below and leave a comment with your thoughts!
This podcast series airs every Wednesday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder, but you can also find it on iTunes, SoundCloud and Stitcher Radio.
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Brian Thompson aka @thornybleeder is doing an AMA on Reddit on Nov. 28 at 1pm PST
For those of you who don't know, AMA stands for Ask Me Anything.
My AMA thread will be posted in the /r/bandmembers sub-reddit and I'll be answering questions live on November 28 at 1pm PST/4pm EST.
This is the live AMA link
See you there and bring your questions!
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The DIY Daily Podcast #260 - November 27, 2012
Today's Topics:
Do Something Today That Will Benefit Your Tomorrow: 30 Ideas That Cost Nothing.
+Mind Pops: Memories That Come From Nowhere
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Summer", from singer/songwriter Kylie Campion. Visit Kylie online at: www.kyliecampion.com.Click to Read More...The DIY Daily Podcast #259 - November 26, 2012
Today's Topics:
Zen Mind - Beginner's Mind: How to Tap into it
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Summer", from singer/songwriter Kylie Campion. Visit Kylie online at: www.kyliecampion.com.
This podcast is also brought to you by MusicXray.
Submit your song to be the Featured Song Of The Week on The DIY Daily Podcast here.
Click to Read More...The DIY Daily Podcast #258 - November 23, 2012
Today's Topics:
6 Powerful Ways to Overcome Fear (And Craft the Lifestyle of Your Dreams)
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Wake Up", a collaboration from The Peak Performance Project by The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer, and Portage and Main.Download this song and others from the Love & Bravery compilation for free at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #85 - Caring for Your Voice with Celebrity Vocal Coach Cari Cole
Cari Cole Voice & Music Co. is home to Grammy winners, American Idol finalists, rock stars, major & indie label artists, singer-songwriters, record producers, music managers, and developing artists.
Are you doing daily vocal exercises?
Warm ups and cool downs?
Do you know the tricks to mend a lost voice?
Tune in to this fantastic chat with one of the best vocal coaches out there and learn some of the basic fundamentals of how to keep your voice in tip-top shape.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #257 - November 22, 2012
Today's Topics:
Clarity & Boldness: The Efficacy of You
and
Why You Need to Choose New Heroes
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Wake Up", a collaboration from The Peak Performance Project by The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer, and Portage and Main.
Download this song and others from the Love & Bravery compilation for free at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #256 - November 21, 2012
Today's Topics:
How We Judge Others Is How We Judge Ourselves
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Wake Up", a collaboration from The Peak Performance Project by The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer, and Portage and Main.Download this song and others from the Love & Bravery compilation for free at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The Rock Star Branding Podcast #41 - Escaping Tunnel Vision: Get an Outside Perspective
When you're intimately immersed in a project, it's easy to overlook the obvious.
Eventually you're going to need some critical analysis you don't overlook potential holes in your songs, your performance, your strategy, your marketing, your branding, your products and many other finer details.
Consult with others in the business to ensure you're not suffering from tunnel vision.
Press play below to listen in on our entire 12 minute discussion. And hey, why don't you leave a comment with your own thoughts and perspectives while you're here, eh?
This podcast series airs every Wednesday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder, but you can also find it on iTunes, SoundCloud and Stitcher Radio.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #255 - November 20, 2012
Today's Topics:
12 Keys to Becoming A Master of Your Craft
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Wake Up", a collaboration from The Peak Performance Project by The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer, and Portage and Main.Download this song and others from the Love & Bravery compilation for free at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #254 - November 19, 2012
Today's Topics:
7 Habits that Are Making You Miserable
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is "Wake Up", a collaboration from The Peak Performance Project by The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer, and Portage and Main.Download this song and others from the Love & Bravery compilation for free at: www.peakperformanceproject.com.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #253 - November 16, 2012
5 Things That Really Smart People Do
+Are You ‘Crazy Busy?’ Re-Vamp Your Vocabulary!
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Breathe from The Suburbians. Visit them online at www.thesuburbians.co.uk/.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #84 - When & How Should a Band Form a Fan Club?
- When is the right time to start a fan club?
- How do you start one?
- What's involved once you launch one?
- What type of risks are involved?
Do you have a fan club? Leave a comment below and tell us all about it.
What's worked for you? What hasn't worked for you? What problems have you had to overcome? Share your thoughts with the rest of us below.
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also tune in or subscribe on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #252 - It's the 1 Year Birthday Party! - November 15, 2012
it's been an extraordinary year. doing this podcast has changed my life for the better… and hopefully it has for you as well. judging by all of the amazing and uplifting comments, emails and tweets I get from all of you guys, it's safe to say we're in this together and both getting a lot out of it as we strive to improve ourselves, realize our dreams and achieve our full creative potential.
so from the bottom of my appreciative heart… thank you for listening. your unreal and kind support truly keeps me going.
—Brian
ps - if you want to help support the podcast, give it a 5 star rating and a short review on iTunes :)
Today's Topics:
15 Reasons to Run for Your Life
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Breathe from The Suburbians. Visit them online at www.thesuburbians.co.uk/.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #251 - November 14, 2012
Today's Topics:
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Breathe from The Suburbians. Visit them online at www.thesuburbians.co.uk/.Click to Read More...
The Rock Star Branding Podcast #40 - How Do You Start Building an Online Community From Scratch?
Online communities keep the conversation going about you and your music, regardless if you're there or not. They also play a vital role in grassroots marketing by recruiting new fans and believers.
But for a new developing artist… how do you start?
Join me (Brian Thompson), Michael Brandvold and Steve Jones to find out some tips on how to get you and your band started with building an online community.
The special surprise closing song in today's podcast is Keep The Fire Burnin', from REO Speedwagon… thanks to Steve for the killer suggestion to include the track in this podcast (you know you love it).
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The DIY Daily Podcast #250 - November 13, 2012
10 Life Lessons People Learn Too Late
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Breathe from The Suburbians. Visit them online at www.thesuburbians.co.uk.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #249 - November 9, 2012
How Memory Works: 10 Things Most People Get Wrong
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Night Eyes a collaboration between Maurice and Tough Lovers, via The Peak Performance Project. Download this song and 9 other collaborations at www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #83 - Learn About the Mastering Process with Engineer Maor Appelbaum
After working as staff engineer (mixing, recording and mastering) for famed record producer Sylvia Massy, Maor moved to Los Angeles where he opened his private mastering suite.
He's had the pleasure of mastering recordings for major international acts such as Sepultura, Yngwie Malmsteen, Halford, Fight, Armored Saint, Lita ford and countless other artists across a broad spectrum of genres.
Vist Maor online at http://maorappelbaum.com.
Listen below and leave a comment with your thoughts on this episode:
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also listen on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #248 - November 8, 2012
Today's Topics:
12 Most Inspirational Messages for Creatives Listen and/or Download here: Today's Featured Song of the Week is Night Eyes a collaboration between Maurice and Tough Lovers, via The Peak Performance Project. Download this song and 9 other collaborations at www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #247 - November 7, 2012
Today's Topics:
Want to Be More Effective? Try a Mental Detox
+
IC Virtual Music Conference & Expo 2013
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Night Eyes a collaboration between Maurice and Tough Lovers, via The Peak Performance Project. Download this song and 9 other collaborations at www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #246 - November 6, 2012
Today's Topic:
9 Things to Think About Before You Give Up Listen and/or Download here: Today's Featured Song of the Week is Night Eyes a collaboration between Maurice and Tough Lovers, via The Peak Performance Project. Download this song and 9 other collaborations at www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #245 - November 5, 2012
20 Content Marketing Lessons from the Immortal Jimi Hendrix
Who wants to hear me assume the role of Jimi Hendrix in a fictional, faux interview?
I had a metric shit-ton of fun with this episode... but there's also some amazing words of wisdom I share with you from beyond the grave.
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Night Eyes a collaboration between Maurice and Tough Lovers, via The Peak Performance Project. Download this song and 9 other collaborations at www.peakperformanceproject.com.
This podcast is also brought to you by MusicXray.
Submit your song to be the Featured Song Of The Week on The DIY Daily Podcast here.
want to learn how to build real and valuable
connections using social media?
check out my selection of custom video tutorials here.
i'd love to give you a helping hand.
book a private coaching session with me via Skype.
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Two New Radio Interviews with Brian Thompson (Thorny Bleeder and The DIY Daily) on CiTR Radio and Evolution 107.9 FM
The Tweets & Tunes radio show is focusses on the cross section of independent music and social media, so this was a perfect fit for me, even though it was super crazy early in the morning.
Listen to some advice I give on how to market yourself and make an impact with digital media.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #244 - November 2, 2012
Today's Topic:
What To Do When You Feel Angry More Often Than Not?
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Separate Ways (One for the Road a collaboration from The River and the Road & Fields of Green, via The Peak Performance Project. Download this song and 9 other collaborations at www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #82 - Discussing Artist Development, Recording & Production with Mixing Engineer Mike Fraser
Mike Fraser has recorded and/or mixed AC/DC (4 records), Aerosmith (Pump & Permanent Vacation), Mother Mother, Chickenfoot, Franz Ferdinand, Stone Gods (The Darkness), Airbourne, Elvis Costello, Norah Jones, Buckcherry, Jets Overhead, Melissa Auf Der Maur, Hedley, Mariana's Trench, Corrosion of Conformity, Theory of a Deadman, Van Halen, Slipknot, Enter Shikari, Bad Religion, K'Naan's "Wavin Flag" and RnB diva Kelly Rowland… among many, many more.
There's some real golden nuggets of wisdom and sage advice for new and old bands alike in this episode.
Hit play or download it below and dive on in to this killer discussion with us…
This podcast series airs every Friday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder or on MichaelBrandvold.com, or you can also listen on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher Radio.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #243 - November 1, 2012
Today's Topic:
The Buddhist monk who is the world's happiest man
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Separate Ways (One for the Road a collaboration from The River and the Road & Fields of Green, via The Peak Performance Project. Download this song and 9 other collaborations at www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #242 - October 31, 2012
Today's Topic:
5 Reasons Why You Must Find Your Niche
+
Happiness is the Value of Every Moment
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Separate Ways (One for the Road a collaboration from The River and the Road & Fields of Green, via The Peak Performance Project. Download this song and 9 other collaborations at www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The Rock Star Branding Podcast #39 - Reverse Engineering Your Band & Brand
What do you want to sound like? look like? act like? what is the community you hope to create around your music and with your fans?
what is the emotional response you hope to elicit with your music?
Reverse engineer where you want to go and create your road map and game plan from there.
Find and create the pieces that fit the puzzle of what you want to build.
Who are you... and who do you want to be? How do you apply this concept to a band that's just starting out and developing themselves? How do you position yourselves so you can have an impact on the demographic you aim to appeal to?
Join me (Brian Thompson), Michael Brandvold and Steve Jones for a 10 minute discussion and hear our advice for bands...
This podcast series airs every Wednesday in all of the usual spots. Find it right here on Thorny Bleeder, but of course you'll also be able to find it on iTunes, Soundcloud, Stitcher Radio, MichaelBrandvold.com and BrandLikeARockStar.com.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #241 - October 30, 2012
National Novel Writing Month
+
5 Steps To A Truly Inspirational Life
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Separate Ways (One for the Road a collaboration from The River and the Road & Fields of Green, via The Peak Performance Project. Download this song and 9 other collaborations at www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #240 - October 29, 2012
How to Improve Your Self-Esteem
+
How to Use Your Multiple Skills to Give You an Edge, Make Money and Be Happier
+
10 Ways to Live Life with No Regrets
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Separate Ways (One for the Road a collaboration from The River and the Road and Fields of Green, via The Peak Performance Project.
Download this song and 9 other collaborations at www.peakperformanceproject.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #239 - October 26, 2012
National Novel Writing Month
+
Good Habits Worth Developing: 3 Things Hard-working and Successful People Do Differently
+
The Big Lie That Stifles Your Greatness
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Today's Featured Song of the Week is Hold On To Me from Jason Consolacion. Visit Jason online at www.jasonconsolacion.com.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #81 - Creative Marketing Concepts: Thinking Outside The Box
You need to create an event, create a story and create something worth talking about and sharing.
Something the stands out.
Something that has some WOW to it.
What ideas have you used or have seen other artists use successfully?
Join me (Brian Thompson) & Michael Brandvold for a 45 minute discussion about the importance of creative marketing concepts and thinking outside the box with your music promotion.
This week we're thinking outside of the box and experimenting ourselves.
We're trying something new. We're using a new social media tool called…
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The DIY Daily Podcast #238 - October 25, 2012
The Civility Manifesto: A Call to Action
I'd love to get your thoughts on this episode… please leave a comment below and share your opinion on what should be added to this manifesto.
Listen and/or Download here:
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Hold On To Me from Jason Consolacion. Visit Jason online at www.jasonconsolacion.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #237 - October 24, 2012
Topics today include:
Paying Attention to the Feedback You Get in Life
and
The Power of Asking Yourself Questions
Listen and/or Download here:
(pssst... leave a comment with your thoughts eh?)
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Hold On To Me from Jason Consolacion. Visit Jason online at www.jasonconsolacion.com.Click to Read More...
The Rock Star Branding Podcast #38 - When Does A New Band Need To Start Thinking About Branding?
Photos, logos, websites, videos, blogs, social media, song samples, videos, merch, rehearsals, live performances, showmanship, stage presence... there's so much to think about.
What's the process? Is there a strategy to follow?
How you create and define your brand will determine on whether people will take you as a serious professional band… or just another local, weekend-warrior, party band.
Get people involved right from the beginning.
Start creating an audience now, months prior to the release of your music.
Press play or download this 15 minute podcast below to hear the advice that me (Brian Thompson), Michael Brandvold and Steve Jones have for new bands or projects just starting out...
Today's topic was an idea suggested by listener Chris Newcomb (@tcicoachchris).Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #236 - October 23, 2012
Shazam! Another day, another podcast.
Topics today include:
7 Things That Won’t Be Mentioned in Your Eulogy
and
Why You Aren’t Born Great – And Why That’s Okay
Listen and/or Download here:
(pssst... leave a comment with your thoughts eh?)
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Hold On To Me from Jason Consolacion. Visit Jason online at www.jasonconsolacion.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #235 - October 22, 2012
Today's Topic is:
10 Ways To Revive A Childhood Dream
Have a listen... and leave a comment for me when you're done eh?
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Hold On To Me from Jason Consolacion. Visit Jason online at www.jasonconsolacion.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #234 - October 19, 2012
Today's Topic is:
17 Phrases That Will Put a Bullet through the Head of Your Creativity
Have a listen... and leave a comment for me when you're done eh?
Today's Featured Song of the Week is The British IBM from The British IBM. Visit them online at www.thebritishibm.com.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #80 - When Does A Developing Artist Need An Entertainment Attorney?
Martin F. Frascogna is an attorney who specializes in international entertainment law. He has worked with international musicians, Grammy winners, labels and tours, currently representing clientele in 23 countries spanning 6 continents.
Frascogna also works directly with indie artists at various levels in their career in order to help them efficiently progress using new age approaches and a global mindset.
Marty is also a constant blogger who boldly leaks information typically withheld from artist by labels, attorneys, manager and agents. Read his Music Globalization blog here.
What role does an entertainment attorney play in a developing artist's career? Press play below and listen to find out…
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The DIY Daily Podcast #233 - October 18, 2012
Today's Topic is:
Want to Find Your Life Passion? Start by Simplifying Your Life
Have a listen... and leave a comment for me when you're done eh?
Today's Featured Song of the Week is The British IBM from The British IBM. Visit them online at www.thebritishibm.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #232 - October 17, 2012
Today's Topic is:
11 Tricks For Battling Creative Blocks
Have a listen... and leave a comment for me when you're done eh?
Today's Featured Song of the Week is The British IBM from The British IBM. Visit them online at www.thebritishibm.com.
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast #37 - When is it necessary to re-brand for a new project?
Join me (Brian Thompson), Michael Brandvold and Steve Jones for a short 10 minute discussion on the challenges one faces in having a well-defined brand and what it means for future creative explorations and product releases.
Press play below and hear our thoughts.
What do you think?
Join the discussion and leave a comment below…Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #231 - October 16, 2012
Today's Topic is:
How to Overcome Anger
and
5 Things You Must Do to Stay Positive
Have a listen... and leave a comment for me when you're done eh?
Today's Featured Song of the Week is The British IBM from The British IBM. Visit them online at www.thebritishibm.com.Click to Read More...
Pre-Recorded Webinar Download Now Available: How to Use Bandpage
Not only did we learn more about BandPage, but we also dove into their newly released product, BandPage Everywhere.
Today I'm happy to offer a recorded video download of this 90 minute webinar for only $6.50.
Download
the Webinar Here
Also, check out the slide presentation that was used in the webinar below. You can even download it for free if you like (just click the read more link).
There's lots of great tips for artists on how to use the awesome and free product, Bandpage.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #230 - October 15, 2012
Today's Topic is:
Crowd Patronage: How A 400 Year Old Model Can Save The Music Industry
Have a listen... and leave a comment for me when you're done eh?
Today's Featured Song of the Week is The British IBM from The British IBM. Visit them online at www.thebritishibm.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #229 - October 12, 2012
Topics? There's a bunch today:
Alice in Wonderland, Magic Mushrooms, The Stoned Ape Theory, How to Improve Your Deal-Pitching Skills... and How To Improve Your Intuition. All links can be found in today's issue of The DIY Daily newsletter.
Have a listen right here and leave a comment for me when you're done...
Diving Into Web Data, What Does An Artist Need To Worry About? - The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #79
The web analytics. The insights. The metrics. The app stats. The never-ending numbers.
It's overwhelming.
How much data is really necessary?
When should you take the numbers more seriously?
Press play and hear what we have to say about it.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #227 - October 10, 2012
Today's Topic:
What Would You Do If Money Were No Object? Alan Watts on the Life of Purpose
and
Traction. It beats brilliance every day
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Inertia from Trapdoor Social. Visit Trapdoor Social online at www.trapdoorsocial.com.Click to Read More...
Tour Strategies for Bands: Think Small for Big Growth - The Rock Star Branding Podcast #36
Through the relentless playing of smaller cities and smaller venues, the band was able to grow and develop into a worldwide banjo-playing, radio-charting phenomenon.
Their smart and effective tour strategy positioned them into having a larger "share of mind" in each market since they were quite possibly the only show in town.
Whether you're playing in a town of forty thousand, a suburb of your home town, or a large city of four million... making a new fan is a new fan. They all count. They all matter. And the buzz is the same. And that buzz can spread... helping you land better gigs with bigger audiences in bigger cities.
For a developing artist, your biggest markets could quite possibly be the smallest cities which you may be tempted to overlook.
We also discuss the growing trend of House Concerts.
What other kind of tour strategies have you seen work well for new bands? Leave a comment!
Click play below and listen in to our discussion…
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The DIY Daily Podcast #226 - October 9, 2012
Today's Topic:
Be Known For Something
and
How to Embrace Uncertainty In The Pursuit of a Dream
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Inertia from Trapdoor Social. Visit Trapdoor Social online at www.trapdoorsocial.com.
This podcast is also brought to you by MusicXray.
Submit your song to be the Featured Song Of The Week on The DIY Daily Podcast here.
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Brian Thompson, Featured Speaker at Midem 2013 in Cannes, France
Midem is the world's largest trade fair for the music industry and has been held since 1967. Several thousand musicians, producers, managers, and journalists from around the globe regularly attend the event.
I'll be doing a 30 minute session as a part of the Direct2Fan Camp, the place to be for artists and music entrepreneurs, highlighting the most crucial aspects of the new music business.
The “D2F from A to Z” series are 30min sessions covering one aspect of a D2F strategy every day, from funding to promotion.
When:
Sunday, January 27, 2013
10:40am - 11:10am
Topic:
D2F from A-Z: Distribution
If you plan on being at Midem and want to meet with me, please send me a tweet or email so we can set something up.
Visit Midem online at www.midem.com.Click to Read More...
Today: Free Online Music Marketing Workshop
Join me and Michael Brandvold from The Music Biz Weekly for a 60 minute free webinar, followed by a 30 minute Q&A.
Today
Monday, October 08, 2012
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (Pacific Time)
We're being joined by special guest Matt Conn from BandPage to help deliver today's webinar:Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #225 - October 5, 2012
Today's Topic:
The Digital Music Revolution with Brian Thompson via Blogcast FM
and
Because the Wave is Worth the Paddle Out
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Touch Me from Summer Cult. Visit Summer Cult online at www.summercult.com.Click to Read More...
The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #78 - Discussing High Quality Audio, Streaming Music Services & Social Engagement Tips
Join me (Brian Thompson) & Michael Brandvold for a 35 min. discussion on Neil Young's new high quality audio format called Pono, how indie and local bands don't seem to make their music available to subscription music services, restricting the potential for them to be heard and for buzz to develop... plus a few extra special social engagement tips which we've never really discussed before.
Press play below and join in on a casual conversation of two guys just bullshitting about the music biz…
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The DIY Daily Podcast #224 - October 4, 2012
Today's Topic:
The One and Only Thing You Need to Be Happy
and
Respond Instead of Reacting: Speak Your Truth, Not Your Fears
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Touch Me from Summer Cult. Visit Summer Cult online at www.summercult.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #223 - October 3, 2012
Today's Topic:
The Inner Turmoil of Starting From Scratch
and
How to take intelligent risk in your life and business
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Touch Me from Summer Cult. Visit Summer Cult online at www.summercult.com.Click to Read More...
The Rock Star Branding Podcast #35: Rdio Offers Artists Finders Fee For Finding New Subscribers
With this, Rdio has now positioned themselves in the market as the "artist friendly" option, when compared to the much maligned Spotify.
It's affiliate sales.
But, will it work in the legal digital music space?
This new ecosystem for revenue earning can create some fun ideas for the creative music marketer. Such as sharing music and personalized playlists with their online fans.
Press play on the podcast below and listen to a 15 minute discussion with me (Brian Thompson), Michael Brandvold and Steve Jones about this and other affiliate earning opportunities which an artist can use to make additional money to support their career.
—Brian
Read the official Rdio press release here:
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The Inner Turmoil of Starting From Scratch
those haunting memories
from damaged times gone by.
unshakeable events
which colour our thoughts
and shape us into who we become.
our common goal is to tame our inner miseries.
quieten the noise.
silence the inner critic.
to accept the past for what it is,
the past.
history.
what was is no more.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #222 - October 2, 2012
Today's Topic:
6 Ways To Keep Going When Your Goal Seems Out Of Reach
and
The Wisdom of Learning What's Right and True for You
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Touch Me from Summer Cult. Visit Summer Cult online at www.summercult.com.Click to Read More...
Special Guest David Meerman Scott Gives Lessons from the Grateful Dead & Discusses How to Newsjack - The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #77
Scott is a marketing strategist, advisor to emerging companies, bestselling author of eight books including three international bestsellers, and a professional speaker on topics including marketing, leadership, and social media.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #220 - September 28, 2012
Friday, September 28, 2012 - Ep. 220
Today's Topic:
The Key To Success Is All In Your Head
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Unfortunate Love from Nuela Charles. Visit Nuela online at www.nuelacharles.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #221 - October 1, 2012
Monday, October 1, 2012 - Ep. 221
Today's Topic:
8 Ways to Add More Life to Your Years
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Touch Me from Summer Cult. Visit Summer Cult online at www.summercult.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #219 - September 27, 2012
Thursday, September 27, 2012 - Ep. 219
Today's Topic:
The Zen of Work: Learning to Let Go
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Unfortunate Love from Nuela Charles. Visit Nuela online at www.nuelacharles.com.Click to Read More...
Announcement: A Full Day Workshop in Vancouver - Social Media & Music Marketing Bootcamp #VanMusicMktg
Social Media & Music Marketing Bootcamp
with Brian Thompson & Chris Brandt
A full-day workshop in Downtown Vancouver
Saturday
October 20, 2012
10:00am - 5:00pm
at the *new* Music BC office:
#100 938 Howe St.
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1N9
Phone: 604.873.1914
Follow & join the discussion on this event
using Twitter hashtag #VanMusicMktg
Buy Tickets using the form above
or visit http://thornybleeder.brownpapertickets.com
About:
Join two of the preeminent leaders in social media marketing in the music industry for an exclusive event, sharing practices and techniques to build an audience, make valuable connections, and create new opportunities for you and your music.
Morning Session: The Essentials (3 hours)
There's more to social media than posting the odd photo to Facebook and Tweeting from a concert. There's a psychology behind it. Learn fan engagement, how to build your brand, and how to reach your target market.
Afternoon Session: Advanced (3 hours)
All of the social media connections in the world don't move your career forward if you don't know how to monetize. Putting more advanced, yet accessible, practices to use will help distinguish you from other artists trying to reach the same audience.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #218 - September 26, 2012
Today's Topic:
9 Life Lessons for Every Entrepreneur
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Unfortunate Love from Nuela Charles. Visit Nuela online at www.nuelacharles.com.Click to Read More...
Branding 101 with Green Day's Billie Joe: F-Bombs & Smashed Guitars - The Rock Star Branding Podcast #34
Join me (Brian Thompson), Michael Brandvold and Steve Jones for a 15 minute discussion on the potential branding implications arising from Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong and his recent outburst and "meltdown" at the iHeartRadio Festival, which has since been blamed on substance abuse problems.
Watch the video of the incident here and then listen to our thoughts on what went down here:
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The DIY Daily Podcast #217 - September 25, 2012
Today's Topic:
The 9 Adversaries of Learning and Their Antidotes
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Unfortunate Love from Nuela Charles. Visit Nuela online at www.nuelacharles.com.
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Free Music Marketing Webinar Announcement: Breaking Down The Wall: How to Use BandPage Everywhere to Connect More Deeply with Your Fans
Monday, Oct. 08, 2012
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (Pacific Time)
We are very excited to have Matt Conn, Dr. of Pages from BandPage, be our special guest to help deliver this webinar:
Breaking Down The Wall: How to Use BandPage Everywhere to Connect More Deeply with Your Fans.
You will learn:
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The DIY Daily Podcast #216 - September 24, 2012
Today's Topic:
Listening When Your Life Speaks
and
Stop Being Offended Today: The Cure For Everything That Irritates You
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Unfortunate Love from Nuela Charles. Visit Nuela online at www.nuelacharles.com.
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The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #76 - Documenting the Growth of a New Band, an Interview with @HowToRunaBand
Chris is documenting his band Shiplosion via his popular music marketing website How To Run A Band. On the site, Chris shares with his readers some of the different marketing tactics he's experimenting with.
Topics discussed in this episode include:
- Facebook strategies
- ReverbNation's Promote It product
- Twitter for Musicians (a 30 day exercise to help musicians optimize their Twitter efforts)
- giving away free merch
- old-school flyering around clubs
- relationship building
Chris also has a podcast called Work Hard, Rock Harder, featuring cohost Blasko, the bass player for Ozzy Osbourne. Check it out here.
Listen below to a really fun bullshit session between the three of us online music marketers…
This podcast is sponsored by Music Xray, 21st Century A&R,
The Featured Song of the Week is:
What Thou Wilt
by Wave Functions.
Visit them on Bandcamp and Facebook.
Submit Your Song to be Featured
on The Music Biz Weekly Podcast via Music XRay here. Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #214 - September 20, 2012
Today's Topic:
Ignore No More
and
How To Overcome The Top 25 Excuses To Wait On Your Dreams
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Shut Your Mouth from Jeff Campbell. Visit Jeff online at www.jeffcampbellmusic.com.Click to Read More...
The Rock Star Branding Podcast #33 - Branding Essentials for New Artists, Part 2
What IS branding anyways? And how does it differ from marketing? And where does advertising fit into all of this? Are they all the same thing? And for new and developing artists , what are the essential first steps to take in the branding process?
Join myself (Brian Thompson), Michael Brandvold and Steve Jones for a 15 minute discussion on what bands need to be aware of when they first hit their local scene.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #212 - September 18, 2012
Today's Topic:
The Power of Focus: Directing Your Life with Intention
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Shut Your Mouth from Jeff Campbell. Visit Jeff online at www.jeffcampbellmusic.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #211 - September 17, 2012
Today's Topic:
How to Stop Other People`s Opinions from Bothering You?
plus
The power of ignoring mainstream news
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Shut Your Mouth from Jeff Campbell. Visit Jeff online at www.jeffcampbellmusic.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #210 - September 14, 2012
Today's Topics:
One Day Cannot Dictate The Whole Course of Your Life
plus
When You Should Do The Opposite of What You Feel
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Lovely, Lovely Day from the band Redgy Blackout, from Vancouver, BC. Visit Redgy Blackout online at www.redgyblackout.com.
Click to Read More...How to Find Cool & Creative Ideas for Your Band's Web Content - The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #75
You have a website (right??). Now you need content for it. And not just for your blog. But you also need fresh stuff to post on your Twitter feed, your Facebook page, your Instagram account and your YouTube channel too.
You know you need to post new content on a consistent basis to keep fans and followers engaged with what you're doing… but how and where do you come up with new ideas to write about?
Listen to the podcast below and find out some clues to help you on your content marketing journey...
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The Rock Star Branding Podcast #32 - Branding Essentials for New Artists, Part 1
Join myself (Brian Thompson), Michael Brandvold and Steve Jones for a 15 minute discussion on what bands need to be aware of when they first hit their local scene.
i'd love to give you a helping hand.
book a private coaching session with me via Skype.
click here for more info.
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#Free Session in Vancouver - Making Social Media Work for You and Your Music - #SMWVAN
And here's the best news yet, not only is it free but it's in the evening too.
Here's the details:
Making Social Media Work for You and Your Music
When: Wednesday, Sept. 26, 6 - 8pm
Where: ING Direct Cafe, 466 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC
With: Brian Thompson & Chris Brandt
REGISTER HERE
Join two of the preeminent leaders in social media marketing in the music industry for a candid and insightful spin on practices and techniques to build an audience, make valuable connections, and create new opportunities for you and your music.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #207 - September 11, 2012
Today's Topic:
8 Things Society Says You Need To Do (But You Really Don't)
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Lovely, Lovely Day from the band Redgy Blackout, from Vancouver, BC. Visit Redgy Blackout online at www.redgyblackout.com.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #206 - September 10, 2012
Today's Topic:
10 Things I Wish I Knew 10 Years Ago
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Lovely, Lovely Day from the band Redgy Blackout, from Vancouver, BC. Visit Redgy Blackout online at www.redgyblackout.com.
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The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #74 - A 'Peak' Inside a Killer Music Bootcamp
For more information, visit Brian's recent blog about the bootcamp at the following link:
The Peak Performance Project - A World Class Artist Development Bootcamp
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The DIY Daily Podcast #203 - September 5, 2012
Today's Topic:
All Your Excuse Are Belong to Us
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Letting Me Down Again from the band Black Tea House, from Melbourne, Australia. Visit Black Tea House online at www.blackteahouse.com.Click to Read More...
Shit You Shouldn't Do On Stage - The Rock Star Branding Podcast #31
Real stories. Embarassing situations. Career-limiting mistakes.
Click play to hear a few tips every artist should keep in the back of their mind when playing live…
Also available on iTunes and Stitcher Radio.Click to Read More...
Life, Art & Following Your Muse with British Actor & Rocker Michael Des Barres - The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #73
After starting out in England in the early 70's with glam band Silverheard, he then moved to LA and signed to Led Zeppelin's Swan Song Records with his group Detective. After breaking up he then replaced the late Robert Palmer in the band Power Station, fronting the band at the 1985 Live Aid concert.
He's also had a very prolific acting career, best known for playing the recurring role of Murdoc on the television show MacGyver. He's also appeared in the movie To Sir, With Love with Sidney Poitier and in many TV shows including Seinfeld, Alf, Melrose Place, 21 Jump Street, Nip/Tuck, NCIS, Dead Like Me, Frasier, Bones and many more.
The Michael Des Barres Band recently released a critically acclaimed new album titled Carnaby Street. And today, the Marquis joins us for an amazing and soulful discussion about life, art and following your muse.
Find Michael Des Barres online at: http://www.desbarres.com
Press play below and listen in on this thoughtful discussion...
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The DIY Daily Podcast Episode #200 with Special Guest Bif Naked
Live Performance Lessons from Bruce Springsteen - The Rock Star Branding Podcast #30
We dive into some real actionable advice that any band can apply to their career. Click play and listen to some of the Do's and Don'ts we've gleaned from one of the music industry's most revered live showmen.
Also available on iTunes and Stitcher Radio.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #198 - August 28, 2012
Today's Topic:
Dear Entrepreneurs: Have a Dream & Make It a Big One.
and
The Rules of Randomness & How You Can Stand Apart
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Letting Me Down Again from the band Black Tea House, from Melbourne, Australia. Visit Black Tea House online at www.blackteahouse.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #197 - August 27, 2012
Today's Topic:
Seven Powerful Ways How 'The Alchemist' Can Change Your Life.
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Letting Me Down Again from the band Black Tea House, from Melbourne, Australia. Visit Black Tea House online at www.blackteahouse.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #196 - August 24, 2012
Today's Topic:
The One Question That Will Lead You To Happiness.
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Livin' from the band Waylon Speed, a band from Burlington, Vermont. Visit Waylon Speed online at www.waylonspeed.com.Click to Read More...
Discussing Music in the Cloud with Mat Bates from Slacker Radio - The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #72
Mat oversees the music programming and discovery across 200+ fully customizable genre stations. He also develops non-music content for the service, partnerships with artists, and promotional opportunities for various music-related events and releases.
Interested in getting a behind-the-scenes, sneak peak of how an Internet radio, on-demand, music-in-the--cloud service operates and how they think? Click play below and listen in…
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The DIY Daily Podcast #195 - August 23, 2012
Today's Topics:
The Art of Non-Conformity.
and
10 Things You Must Give Up to Move Forward.
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Livin' from the band Waylon Speed, a band from Burlington, Vermont. Visit Waylon Speed online at www.waylonspeed.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #194 - August 22, 2012
Today's Topic:
10 Success Principles We Often Forget.
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Livin' from the band Waylon Speed, a band from Burlington, Vermont. Visit Waylon Speed online at www.waylonspeed.com.Click to Read More...
Professionalism in the Music Industry (Don't Be A Dick) - The Rock Star Branding Podcast #29
From radio to TV to magazine editorial staff, to bloggers and podcasters, to managers and agents and promoters and record labels, from marketing teams to merchandise reps to tour crews... an artist's professional support team can be massive.
Click play and listen to some of our very own war stories of the fall outs that can occur if an artist doesn't handle their career in a professional manner.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #192 - August 20, 2012
Monday, August 20, 2012 - Ep. 192
Today's Topic:
5 Truths That Will Transform Your Life.
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Livin' from the band Waylon Speed, a band from Burlington, Vermont. Visit Waylon Speed online at www.waylonspeed.com.Click to Read More...
Discussing Direct to Fan Music Marketing with Derek Webb from NoiseTrade - The Music Biz Weekly Podcast Ep. #71
Fans get free music. Artists connect with new fans. Everybody wins.
A great record is its own best marketing tool. Thousands of dollars in promotion can’t accomplish what one great record can, especially if it’s set free to roam around and connect with the right people.
Click play below and dive in to this incredibly intriguing discussion with an innovator in direct to fan music marketing.
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A War of Words: The Rock Star Branding Podcast #28
In this episode we chat about the ongoing feud between Elton John and Madonna, to radio DJs fighting with competing stations, to hair metal bands fighting with each other in the 80's, to Oasis' Gallagher brothers fighting amongst themselves.
Is this something an artist should ever consider consciously doing to get the attention of the masses?
Click play below to dive into this intriguing discussion with us now...
Read more about the Elton John and Madonna feud here.
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book a private coaching session with me via Skype.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #188 - August 14, 2012
Today's Topics:
Don't Believe Your Accolades
and
Curiosity Saved the Cat & Created an Expert.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #187 - August 13, 2012
Today's Topics:
Removing Mind Clutter (and perhaps my most personal post yet)
and
10 Ways to Write a Life Story Worth Living.
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Animals from the band Hachiman, a band from Vancouver, British Columbia. Visit Hachiman online at www.hachiman.ca.Click to Read More...
Travelling the Road to Success with Chief, Tour Manager for Nickelback - The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #70
Under the umbrella of Chief Music Management, Kevin somehow finds the time to also manage the careers of some other successful artists including Hinder, My Darkest Days, The Veer Union, Daniel Wesley, Dallas Smith, Florida Georgia Line and engineer/producer Joey Moi.
Want to know how to make it the music business from someone who truly knows? Then grab a pad of paper or your iPad, hit play and let Rock School begin.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #184 - August 8, 2012
Today's Topic:
10 Ways to Defend Yourself Against Negativity Today's Featured Song of the Week is Ghost Coast from the band Elonzo, a band from Rock Hill, South Carolina. Visit Elonzo online at www.elonzo.com.
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Theft & Plagiarism Vs. Creative Inspiration in Music - The Rock Star Branding Podcast #27
In this podcast we discuss the recent Jonah Lehrer incident at The New Yorker, author of the book Imagine: How Creativity Works, and how we was forced to resign after admitting to lying in his book by making up quotes from Bob Dylan.
We also talk about the book, How to Steal Like an Artist, from author Steve Kleon.
Click play below to dive into this intriguing discussion with us now...
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The DIY Daily Podcast #181 - August 3, 2012
Today's Topic:
12 Amazingly Achievable Things To Do Today.
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Unsaid from Justine Dorsey, an amazingly talented sixteen year old singer/songwriter from Southern California . Visit Justine online at www.justinedorsey.com.Click to Read More...
Truthiness in Marketing: Episode #69 of The Music Biz Weekly Podcast
Our casual, up front and honest discussion touches on truthiness in marketing, buying fans and plays and listens (or gaming the system), and being careful who you work with. We also touch on a little known Facebook feature, Interest Lists.
At the end of the podcast I mention one of the most commonly asked questions I get from musicians, along with a recommended blog post which I think every artist should read:
33 Ways to Make More Time in Your Life For Music-Making. Check it out here.
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When is it Ok to Play a Gig for Zero Pay? Episode #26 of The Rock Star Branding Podcast
Our talk takes us from Paul McCartney performing at the Olympics for a mere £1 payment, to indie bands playing at community events in a parking lot, to developing artists playing at local festivals.
Press play below to hear our thoughts and the advice we have to offer.
i'd love to give you a helping hand.
book a private coaching session with me via Skype.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #177 - July 30, 2012
Today's Topics:
Emotional Risk
and
A Life-Hacker's Call to Action: Start Early, Finish First, Win More
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Unsaid from Justine Dorsey, an amazingly talented sixteen year old singer/songwriter from Southern California . Visit Justine online at www.justinedorsey.com.Click to Read More...
The DIY Daily Podcast #176 - July 27, 2012
Today's Topics:
It starts with a blog post that a reader wrote about me, read it here: How Brian Thompson Ruined My Life (And Then Inspired Me To Fix It).
I wrote the following piece after reading the above blog post. I was inspired… and I hope this piece will in turn inspire you to do what you want to do, and to achieve all that you want to achieve.
It's Not Going To Be Easy
How to Self-Promote Without Being a Dick - The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #68
We talk about ways to stay relevant with your fans so they're paying attention to you when you need them the most and other bits of non-dickish marketing protocol.
"Selling" can be difficult and uncomfortable for some, but it's incredibly necessary… if you want to make any money doing what you love. Click play below to hear some of our tips on how to go about this.
While Michael is sweatin' to the oldies and suckin' on lozenges (he's sick), Brian reads a recent blog post he wrote titled Guilt As A Sales Technique (found here) to get the conversation started.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #174 - July 25, 2012
Today's Topics:
8 Reasons to Stop Waiting for Approval.
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Film Noir Scandal from In Isolation, a band from Nottingham, England. Visit them online at www.inisolation.co.uk.Click to Read More...
Choosing a Support Act and How It Affects Your Band's Brand - Episode #25 of The Rock Star Branding Podcast
Some of the bands we discuss are Kool & The Gang opening up for Van Halen on their 2012 tour, Poison opening for KISS in 2005, Tragically Hip with a local opener in the Caribbean who did a cover of their biggest song before their headline set, and Bruce Springsteen not having any support acts whatsoever.
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The DIY Daily Podcast #172 - July 23, 2012
Today's Topic:
Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits & Your Music Career.
Today's Featured Song of the Week is Film Noir Scandal from In Isolation, a band from Nottingham, England. Visit them online at www.inisolation.co.uk.
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Wow. Thank YOU for 100,000 Podcast Listens!
i just realized i recently hit a stunning milestone that made my jaw hit the floor. so to each and every one of you who has pressed play on one of my podcasts... thank you!
seriously.
this is frickin' amazing.
much love to all of you!
—Brian Thompson
i'd love to give you a helping hand.
book a private coaching session with me via Skype.
click here for more info.
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SPECIAL: Live Video Hangout & Acoustic Performance by Billy the Kid (FREE) this Sunday 6pm @thornybleeder
Join me on my UStream page this Sunday, July 22 at 6pm PST where I will be joined by my dear friend and special guest Billy Pettinger, aka Billy the Kid.
Billy is in the middle of a Pledge Music campaign for an upcoming album with producer Jamie Candiloro, the guy behind some killer Ryan Adams and R.E.M. records. Check out Jamie's discography here.
Billy and I will just be hanging out and talking, and chatting with viewers of course… but Billy will also be bringing along her guitar, so yes… some live acoustic performances are definitely going down.
Last time we did this, Billy wrote a song with our online audience. It was pretty rad.
Join Us:
Sunday, July 22 at 6pm Pacific: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/thornybleeder
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The Art of Pitching Your Music - The Music Biz Weekly Podcast #67
You only have one chance to make a first impression, make it count. Click play below (or download it by clicking on the little down arrow) and listen to this week's latest episode of The Music Biz Weekly Podcast so you make all of your pitches to music biz insiders count.
Listen and learn our secrets:
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