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    Modern Producer Secrets

    Join award-winning music producers Cameron Bashaw and Adam Reifsteck as they reveal the secrets to turning a home studio into a highly profitable business. Through candid conversations and engaging interviews with industry leaders, this podcast offers invaluable insights into fostering the right mindset to create sustainable success in your music production career. Modern Producer Secrets is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®, the premier professional development community that provides learning resources, networking opportunities, and business mentoring to music producers.
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    Episodes (71)

    Why You Shouldn't Be on Every Platform

    Why You Shouldn't Be on Every Platform

    Are you tired of switching between communication apps to interact with your clients or leads because they prefer to message you in a particular app? Are you finding it difficult to keep track of various opportunities, projects, and client conversations? If yes, you must tune in to this episode. Cameron discusses managing your communication more effectively. This episode is packed with valuable insights, so don't miss out on why you shouldn't be available on every communication platform.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract higher quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript, Try it for yourself (affiliate code in link)
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project OverthrowCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

    3 Reasons Why Your Offers Aren't Selling

    3 Reasons Why Your Offers Aren't Selling

    Turning a passion for music production into a successful business can seem daunting and even impossible. If you're feeling burnt out and frustrated with your lack of progress, then you won't want to miss this episode. Adam and Cameron return to discuss the most common obstacles music producers face in their business and share tips on how to overcome them.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can consistently attract high-quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Co-Host: Adam Reifsteck
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself (affiliate code in link)
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project OverthrowCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

    Mastering the Hidden World of Music Sync Licensing

    Mastering the Hidden World of Music Sync Licensing

    Do you observe the current music industry and feel that being a DJ or a touring artist is not your calling? Do you prefer to work behind the scenes in a studio, generating ideas and leaving your mark on other forms of media that will last forever? Join Cameron as he chats with a music industry veteran who has secured numerous sync placements. Together, they dive into the world of licensing and placements, exploring the key components contributing to Ed Hartman's legendary career. If you want to learn how to leverage this aspect of the music industry, tune in now.

     

    Get your music heard by millions of people and generate more income with Ed Hartman’s Modern Sync Licensing Bootcamp.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can consistently attract higher quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry. 

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Guest: Edmund Hartman
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself (affiliate code in link)
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project OverthrowCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

    5 Secrets to Grow Your Music Production Business

    5 Secrets to Grow Your Music Production Business

    Running a business, let alone starting one, is challenging.  Whether you’re on the fence about turning your music into a life-long source of income or struggling to find that next level for your career, this upcoming year will be the crucible that separates those who will succeed from those who won’t.  Join Adam and Cameron as they discuss the five secrets to growing a music production business in 2024. This episode will help shed light from a birds-eye view for those who are clueless about where to start or can’t seem to find the chink in their armor as they execute all kinds of tactics and strategies. 

     

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. If you’re looking for a proven marketing system that gets you consistent, high-paying projects with better clients all from your home studio and want personalized advice, feedback, and accountability to accelerate the growth of your music career, then go to musicproducersalliance.com/join and become a member of our mastermind community today!

     

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Co-Host: Adam Reifsteck
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw, Adam Reifsteck
    Edited in Descript
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project OverthrowCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

    How to Create a Brand Message that Attracts Your Ideal Customers

    How to Create a Brand Message that Attracts Your Ideal Customers

    Does it seem like way less talented producers are reaping major successes and blowing up while you’re struggling to prove you’re the producer artists should be hiring?  Tune in to this episode as Cameron and Adam show you how to craft a message that will finally reach your ideal clients.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can consistently attract higher quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry. 

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Co-Host: Adam Reifsteck
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript, Try it for yourself (affiliate code in link)
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project OverthrowCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

    Conquering 2024 (7 simple habits for success)

    Conquering 2024 (7 simple habits for success)

    Have you been feeling like you’re going out of style?  Do you find your productions bland despite spending countless hours improving your craft?  We’re all feeling a little drained after the wild ride that 2023 has been.  In this episode, Cameron shares personal stories and insights into the challenges music producers face in a world still grappling with the aftermath of COVID-19.

    Cameron goes deeper still as he dives into the complexities of the music industry’s dichotomy, exploring the delicate balance between cooperation and competition.  Learn how navigating the Producer’s Dilemma can shape the future of your music career and gear up for a powerful start to 2024 with seven simple yet strong habits you can start developing right now.


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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract established artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry.  


    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript, Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project OverthrowCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

    The Truth About Happiness

    The Truth About Happiness

     As we near the end of the year, it feels like life gets even more compressed.  There’s less daylight and more things to do than we have time for.  If you’ve ever felt like happiness is a veil, and the wool has been pulled from your eyes, this episode can provide a quick dose of inspiration. Cameron shares some recent insights into the difference between what the world believes happiness is and what has been proven to drive happiness.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract high-quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript, Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: These Walls I Built (instrumental)Pollux & Castor
    Mr Robot underscore: Intimate – Cameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Under The Sun (instrumental)Pollux & Castor

    How to Automate Client Acquisition

    How to Automate Client Acquisition

    If you’re dedicated and passionate about making a sustainable business out of your music but don’t know how to get the clients coming to you rather than searching for them, this episode is for you! Tune in as Cameron and Adam discuss the common mistakes most aspiring professional music entrepreneurs make so that you can change your approach, elevate your game, and get the vital tips and tricks to automate your client acquisition.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract high-quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Co-Host: Adam Reifsteck
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project OverthrowCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

    How to Stop Losing Music Sales

    How to Stop Losing Music Sales

    Are you tired of flopping at every sales opportunity? If you’re making offers and getting bites, but no one is transacting with you for your music services or products, it’s time you had “the talk.” Cameron and Adam discuss how to stop the sales flop. Join us if you want to uncover the four common objections that producers run into when it comes to closing the deal with potential artist clients and how to overcome them without feeling sleazy or getting called a salesman.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract higher quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry. 

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Co-Host: Adam Reifsteck
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself! 
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project OverthrowCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

    The 12 Benefits of a Mastermind

    The 12 Benefits of a Mastermind

    Do you know the myths and conspiracies of how the elites that run the world all meet at private clubs? Those stories are born out of this little-known concept.  Masterminds date back to the time of Jesus, and throughout history, famous clubs, associations, and societies have been founded under the same premise that we’re better together.

     Join Cameron and Adam as they shed light on this business and personal growth accelerator hiding in plain sight throughout society.  If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and wondering how to scale like the elites at the top of the industry, look no further than this deep dive episode!

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract higher quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry. Ready to join? Head to MusicProducersAlliance.com/Apply and schedule your free strategy call.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript, Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project OverthrowCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

    From Beats to Bucks: Marketing Secrets for Music Producers (Part 2)

    From Beats to Bucks: Marketing Secrets for Music Producers (Part 2)

     Building a distinct brand in the music industry is tough.  Everything is commoditized, democratized, and proliferated.  At least, that’s how things may seem to the have-nots.  In this episode, Cameron returns with Adam to continue this two-parter as they share their wisdom and insights on going from beats to bucks. If you want to hear real-world experiences turned into life lessons and how the core principles we share in this series apply in relatable ways, then tune in to this episode! Discover how to get into the right mindset to transform your passion into a profit.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract high-quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a a bigger impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw, Adam Reifsteck
    Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project Overthrow – Cameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in a Remix – Pollux & Castor

    From Beats to Bucks: Marketing Secrets for Music Producers (Part 1)

    From Beats to Bucks: Marketing Secrets for Music Producers (Part 1)

     Do you have big goals for your music production business but you’re not sure where to start? Marketing your skills as music producer so you can get consistent and high-paying projects with serious artists can be overwhelming, confusing, and just downright HARD. 

    Because of this, most producers end up producing as a side hustle their whole life waiting for that big break. But the truth is, the music industry does not work like that anymore. 

    And as a result, producers have become bombarded with so much conflicting information online that they do not know what to focus on or even what is true. So, it is hard to know where to start, which means most aspiring producers never get the chance to do music full-time let alone make the income that they truly deserve.  

    But lucky for you, founder and CEO of the Music Producers Alliance Adam Reifsteck has cracked the code on how to turn a home studio into a highly profitable business. And it took him having to go outside of the music industry for advice from successful business owners to really understand not only what the principles of business are, but principles of marketing so that he could sell his production services and generate a decent income from it. 

    Pay close attention because what we share in this episode is fundamental to crafting a memorable brand identity, fine-tuning your offer, and truly succeeding as a Modern Producer!

     

    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. Our mission is to help music creators elevate their brands online so they can consistently attract high-quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Guest: Adam Reifsteck
    Editorial: Adam Reifsteck
    Edited in Descript, Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Flaviyake  – Only Now (Instrumental Version)
    Outro song: Upper Regions – Below the Surface

    Manifest Your Reality (ft. David Gnozzi)

    Manifest Your Reality (ft. David Gnozzi)

    Countless self-help resources, including books, documentaries, and seminars hosted by successful individuals promise to share the formula for achieving success and realizing your dreams. While the testimonials and success stories they offer may provide evidence that their formula works, there seems to be something missing. In this episode, Cameron interviews a music production underdog who shares the challenges and sacrifices he faced to build his dream career. If you want to discover the X-factor David Gnozzi of MixBusTv used to succeed,  do not miss this episode!

     

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    The Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract higher quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Guest: David Gnozzi (MixBusTV)
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript, Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro & Conclusion Song: Heartbreak Motel – Bella Kelly
    Outro song: Red Planet (Remix) – Pollux & Castor

    Becoming The Music Giant

    Becoming The Music Giant

    What’s the separator that makes you more valuable?  Cameron digs deep into a candid interview with an unexpected guest on the Podcast.  This man came to America with a dream, no support network, and turned his dream into a full-time career.  Now, he’s building his composer brand. Join Cameron as he digs into the story of Vinicius Pippa, who’s worked with global brands such as Disney, Netflix, and so many more, to uncover the lessons and mindsets that are responsible for his success, as well as why he’s venturing into building a composer brand separate from his name.

     

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    The Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract higher-quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Guest: Vinicius Barbosa Pippa – The Music Giant (Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Youtube)
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Reinforcements – Vinicius Barbosa Pippa (The Music Giant)
    Outro songs: 1. Blood Vow 2. What Are You Afraid of? – Vinicius Barbos Pippa (The Music Giant)

    Modern Producer Secrets
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    30 Self-Improvement Tips for Modern Producers (part 2)

    30 Self-Improvement Tips for Modern Producers (part 2)

    Whether you’re an aspiring musicpreneur or a legendary veteran producer, we can always strive to do better for ourselves.  If you’re struggling to stay connected to your reason for producing or just looking for an edge to get ahead of the competition, the X-factor you need is hiding in this episode. Join Cameron in this two-part series if you need a mental boost, a reminder, or a shot of adrenaline into your creative endeavors as he provides the final 15 tips to elevate your craft, career, and life.

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    This podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance® , the premier online professional development community that provides learning resources, networking opportunities, and business mentoring to music producers. If you want a proven system for getting consistent and high-paying music projects with better clients, go to musicproducersalliance.com/apply to book a free, 30-minute strategy session and learn how we can help you turn your home studio into a profitable online business.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project overthrewCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Lost in A Remix – Pollux & Castor

     

    In Waves of Change Comes True Direction

    In Waves of Change Comes True Direction

    How do you build a business that can survive decades of shifting industry landscapes and technological monsoons and maintain a brand that professionals respect and trust?  What do you do when that trust is broken? Cameron brought on the venerable Mick Olesh of Waves Audio to distill the company’s mindsets and share insights on how the business has managed to survive over 30 years and remain innovative.  Tune in if you want to discover how Waves has grown through diversification and the challenges of maintaining relationships with a massive customer base spanning multiple industries.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract higher quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: A Better Place (instrumental) – Pollux & Castor
    Outro song: Soap Remix (instrumental) – Pollux & Castor

    30 Self-Improvement Tips for Modern Producers (part 1)

    30 Self-Improvement Tips for Modern Producers (part 1)

    Whether you’re an aspiring musicpreneur or a legendary veteran producer, we can always strive to do better for ourselves.  If you’re struggling to keep that fire hot and produce at the top of your game, let today’s episode be the recovery drink to your mindset regimen. Join Cameron in this two-part series if you need a mental boost, a reminder, or a shot of adrenaline into your creative endeavors as he provides the first 15 of 30 tips on improving your mental game.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract high-quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript, Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Under The Sun (Instrumental) – Pollux & Castor
    Outro song: We’ve Got MovementCameron Bashaw

     

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    Self-Worth

    Self-Worth

    Have you ever wondered how mega-successful people got their start?  How did they survive beyond the risks of starting something new and building it to be so successful?  If you’re wondering how to replicate that in your life, it starts with how you value yourself. Cameron unpacks what self-worth is about and how you can assess, address, and overcome the underlying causes of why you might be struggling to reach new heights with your music business.

     

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    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online so they can attract higher quality artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a bigger impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw

    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw

    Edited in Descript. Try it for yourself!

    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC

    Intro Song: We’ve Got MovementCameron Bashaw

    Outro song: Mad Son (Instrumental) – Pollux & Castor

    Time Management (Unlocking Self-Mastery)

    Time Management (Unlocking Self-Mastery)

    A vampire is lurking in the shadows of our everyday lives.  Distractions and vices eat away at our attention.  We have entered the attention economy where a literal war is happening at every waking moment for our attention. Whether you’re struggling to reach the next level of your business or just get started, self-mastery begins with taking control of your time.  Time is all you have, so stay tuned as Cameron turns up the heat on how to master time management.

     

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    Recommended Tools:

    • Acuity – All-in-one appointment management
    • Distrokid – The easiest way to get music onto Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Tidal, TikTok, and more.

     

    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online to attract established artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a more significant impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript, Try it for yourself!
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Project OverthrowCameron Bashaw
    Outro song: Firefly (Reimagined)Lucien Francis

    How Modern Music Producers Think Differently

    How Modern Music Producers Think Differently

    For those who aim to establish their own music business, there is a crucial element that most producers vastly underestimate. In this episode, Adam and Cameron delve into this essential factor and offer valuable insights to help you determine if the path of becoming a musicpreneur aligns with your goals. This episode is a must-listen for all individuals with aspirations of launching their own music business ventures.

     

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    • Acuity – All-in-one appointment management
    • Distrokid – The easiest way to get music onto Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Tidal, TikTok, and more.

     

    Modern Producer Secrets Podcast is brought to you by Music Producers Alliance®. We help music producers elevate their brands online to attract established artists who will pay premium prices for their production services and make a more significant impact in the music industry.

     

    Producer & Host: Cameron Bashaw
    Co-host: Adam Reifsteck
    Editorial: Cameron Bashaw
    Edited in Descript; try it for yourself (affiliate code in link)
    Published by: Teknofonic Recordings LLC
    Intro Song: Xray Liota (Instrumental) – Pollux & Castor
    Outro song: Lost In A Remix – Pollux & Castor; Joe Satriani