Best OMT Studios Podcasts (2025)

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He Accidentally Built One of Music’s Most Powerful Platforms (Cadillac Chronicles) #248 1:11:10

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Brian Freeman, creator of Cadillac Chronicles, breaks down how he accidentally built one of the most impactful music platforms today. We talk self-discovery, consistency, artist development, virality, and why performance/interview platforms matter more than ever. FREE ACCESS to "100 VIRAL CONTENT IDEAS FOR MUSICIANS": https://forms.gle/zGWuUrLA8mBf…

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LaRussell: The REAL Cost of Being Independent (Money, Marketing & Mindset) #247 30:13

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Every artist dreams of being independent, but few talk about the price tag. LaRussell gets brutally honest about what it actually takes to stay indie: the money, the marketing, the mindset. In this episode, LaRussell breaks down how he funds his career, the ROI of spending $30K on a single release, content systems to reach 80M people monthly, and m…

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The Truth About Going Viral (Artists BEWARE) #246 31:37

1M ago31:37

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"Viral" has become a triggering word for most artists. The community is extremely divided: half lose sleep over going viral while the other half downplay it's importance. In this episode, we break down the truths about what "going viral" ACTUALLY means for artists. What you'll learn: 🔂 Practical definition of "viral" and a mindset shift on how to a…

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Music Marketing Doesn't Have to Suck ft. Magic Nothing #245 1:14:52

2M ago1:14:52

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7x Grammy-Winning Mix Engineer (OutKast, Tyler The Creator, TLC) Neal H. Pogue #244 58:12

3M ago58:12

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What does it take to shape the sound of multiple generations? For Neal H. Pogue, it’s not about "perfection" - it's about a feeling. In this episode of the One More Time Podcast, the 7x GRAMMY-winning mix engineer pulls back the curtain on a career that spans Outkast’s Hey Ya! and TLC’s Waterfalls all the way to Tyler, the Creator’s IGOR and Flower…

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How Artists are ACTUALLY Breaking in 2025 ft. Shawna Peezy #243 1:02:17

3M ago1:02:17

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The truth is, great music isn’t enough anymore. Artists need a great brand, a great story, and a great strategy. In this episode, we sit down with Shauna “Peezy” Spears, VP of Marketing at Venice Music, former exec at TikTok, and marketing powerhouse behind major campaigns at Epic and Interscope. Peezy breaks down exactly how artists are actually b…

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The Truth About Hit Records w/ Platinum Songwriter & Grammy-Winning A&R Tab Nkhereanye #242 1:09:37

4M ago1:09:37

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Tab Nkhereanye is the SVP of A&R at BMG (aka the 4th major). He's been a part of 15 #1 records as a songwriter turned executive. In this episode, we discuss the formula for hit songs, discovering Frank Ocean, writing Justin Bieber's first hit, how to get out of a sh*tty publishing deal, and more. FREE ACCESS to "100 VIRAL CONTENT IDEAS FOR MUSICIAN…

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From 0 to Millions: Nic D’s Blueprint for Indie Artists #241 1:07:02

5M ago1:07:02

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Nic D is one of the biggest independent artists in the world. He's amassed over 1.5 billion streams without the help of a label or a manager. In this unfiltered conversation, Nic D responds to the most common excuses indie artists make, shares his secret to viral content marketing, tells the story of his relationship with Connor Price, and much mor…

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How to Not Get SCREWED as a Songwriter #240 52:49

6M ago52:49

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Cabrea Casey is the Director of A&R and Sync at Downtown Music Publishing. She's helped countless songwriters, artists and producers get paid for their art. This is a crash course on how to not get SCREWED as a songwriter. We cover how to navigate conversations around song splits, the most underrated way to get invited to every studio session, publ…

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Timbaland Signs AI Artist - Is This The End of Human Musicians? #239 25:24

6M ago25:24

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Timbaland just signed an AI artist and the internet is PISSED... In this episode, we break down the facts on Timbo's new venture, explain both sides of the AI music argument, and share advice for HUMAN musicians to compete vs. AI artists. FREE ACCESS to "100 VIRAL CONTENT IDEAS FOR MUSICIANS": https://forms.gle/zGWuUrLA8mBfqz7F8 GET 30% OFF DISTROK…

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The Music Marketing Genius Behind 300M+ Streams ft. Andrew Southworth #238 1:24:36

6M ago1:24:36

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Andrew Southworth is a music marketing expert who has mastered the art of paid ads. His strategies have helped his clients get over 300M streams, sell out tours, sell out merch drops, etc. This episode is 86 minutes of free game from the undisputed king of ads for musicians. We touch on the best types of campaigns, how many streams $350 ad spend ca…

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Why Zach Bryan BLEW UP (Every Artist Can Do It) #237 21:59

7M ago21:59

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Zach Bryan is living proof that you don’t need a label, a gimmick, a fortune, or industry co-signs to build a career that actually matters. In this episode, we break down how a kid in the Navy started posting videos shot on a cracked iPhone and ended up redefining what success looks like in the music industry. No flashy rollouts. No big machine beh…

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He Builds Iconic Artist Brands w/ $0 Ad Spend ft. Nick "Ruff" Ruffalo #236 1:03:03

8M ago1:03:03

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Nick “Ruff” Ruffalo is the SVP of Digital Marketing at Big Loud (home to Morgan Wallen & more). He’s helped artists get over 200M views and 60M streams with $0 in paid ads. In this episode, we dive deep into how to build an iconic artist brand, what a successful content marketing funnel looks like, and case studies artists can learn from / apply to…

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From Producing Legends to Building The Next Indie Empire ft. RushDee #235 1:27:30

8M ago1:27:30

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In this exclusive episode of the One More Time Podcast, we sit down with RushDee Williams, a multi-talented Grammy-nominated producer, executive, and founder of indie label BeGenius. From learning "150% work ethic" firsthand from Nipsey Hussle, to breaking down the real meaning of independence in today’s industry, Rush drops gems every aspiring art…

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8 Ads Hacks for Musicians to SUPERCHARGE Their Growth #234 32:36

9M ago32:36

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For this week's episode, we compiled 8 of our favorite moments from previous episodes (featuring expert music marketers) around running paid ads to grow your music career. Every clip we posted of these moments did NUMBERS on social media, so we wanted to unpack why they are so valuable, and why musicians should start using these methods IMMEDIATELY…

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He Blows Up Artists w/ YouTube Ads (Learn How) ft. Nard2hard of WAMM Promotions #233 1:17:18

9M ago1:17:18

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Nard is a YouTube ads expert and founder of the digital marketing agency WAMM Promotions. He's worked huge records like Morray's "Quicksand" (237M YouTube views) as well as helped indie artists gain thousands of subs for less than $300 ad spend. In this episode, he breaks down the different types of YouTube ads, how to target the right audience, wa…

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Everything You Need to Know About Music Sync Licensing ft. xJ-Will #232 1:06:12

9M ago1:06:12

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xJ-Will is a sync licensing expert with over 2000 placements in movies, TV, commercials and more. He's helping musicians "make music for brands not fans". We cover everything you need to know about sync licensing: most common ways to get a placement, how much $$$ you can make, sync agents vs. libraries, biggest mistakes to avoid, & so much more. FR…

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The Doechii Playbook: From Chipotle to Winning a GRAMMY #231 22:39

10M ago22:39

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Doechii has been on a monumental run. It's super inspiring to watch her almost 10yr journey from working at Chipotle to winning the GRAMMY for Best Rap Album of 2024. In this episode, we unpack everything artists of all sizes, across all genres can learn from her rise to superstardom. Take a page out of the Doechii Playbook to take your career to t…

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How Music Producers Get Paid + Finding $1M in Missing Royalties ft. Daniel Cruz #230 1:14:40

10M ago1:14:40

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Daniel Cruz is the CEO of Producer Royalty aka the "Placement Debt Collector" They collected over $1M in producer royalties their clients had no idea they were owed. He breaks down what to do if your beat gets stolen, how much to charge for a beat, every royalty a producer should be collecting, advice for producers who want to get paid faster and m…

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Drea Jackson: Exec Reveals How to DOMINATE on SoundCloud (INSIDER TIPS) #229 48:17

10M ago48:17

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Drea Jackson is the Senior Manager of Artist and Label Relations at SoundCloud. The "SoundCloud Era" is a thing of the past but the platform is still a MUST for all emerging (and established) artists trying to grow. We got ALL the game out of Drea. She shared the entire blueprint for success on SoundCloud, key differentiators for SoundCloud vs. tra…

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Rick Barker: Music Industry Veteran & Taylor Swift's First Manager #228 1:34:47

11M ago1:34:47

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WANNA WORK WITH RICK? CLICK HERE 👉 https://bit.ly/4axsGJH Rick Barker is a renowned music industry expert, best known as Taylor Swift's first manager and a pioneer in modern artist development. With over 30 years in music operating at the highest level, he is OVERFLOWING with knowledge that musicians at any level can use to further their careers. W…

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FKi 1st: Helping Post Malone & Travis Scott Become Superstars #227 1:00:36

11M ago1:00:36

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FKi 1st is a diamond-selling producer. His work on Post Malone's "White Iverson" and Travis Scott's "Drugs You Should Try It"/"Sloppy Toppy" helped launch their careers into superstardom. We dive into untold Post Malone stories, what all superstar artists have in common, working with EDM legends like Diplo and Skrillex, 3 immediate signs of a weak …

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Curtiss King: Why The King of DIY Took His Music Off Streaming Platforms #226 1:21:07

12M ago1:21:07

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Curtiss King is the certified KING of the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) musician community. He touches every aspect of the creative process and handles all of his own business. In this episode, we dive into WHY he chooses the DIY lifestyle, the systems and tools uses to make it work, taking his music off streaming platforms to go direct to consumer, and so …

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PromoGod: Music Marketing SECRETS from Helping 20,000+ Artists Win #225 1:03:15

12M ago1:03:15

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PromoGod is a music marketing expert who's helped over 20,000 artists. His social media is full of free game and inspiration for musicians trying to build and monetize a fanbase. In this episode, we dive into ALL things music marketing: branding, content creation, paid ads, audience engagement, and everything in between. FREE ACCESS to "100 VIRAL C…

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Creating an Unforgettable Artist Brand ft. The Bashmen (Jidenna & Swanky) #224 1:05:29

1y ago1:05:29

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One thing all successful artists have in common is a strong brand. The music has to be good but the brand is what makes people die hard fans. Clothes, hair, colors, fonts, storyline, lingo.. it all matters more than most think! In this episode, Jidenna and Swanky break down the exact approach to launching their new artist/producer duo brand "The Ba…

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How to Get Your Music on Playlists ft. Groover Co-Founder #223 1:08:02

1y ago1:08:02

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Dorian Perron is the co-founder of Groover: a platform that connects artists looking to promote their music with playlist curators in need of new tracks. In this episode, we talk about the playlisting industry's biggest scams, REALISTIC results artists can expect from playlisting, when an artist should start running their first campaign, and much m…

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Audiomack Co-Founder Shares Priceless Insider Info for Artists ft. Brian “Z” Zisook #222 1:06:46

1y ago1:06:46

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Brian "Z" Zisook is the co-founder of the streaming platform Audiomack. He has been a voice for artist education and empowerment for over 2 decades in the music business. On this episode, Z gives artists game-changing advice that is guaranteed to help you take your career to the next level. We covered everything from why Fridays are the worst day t…

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Ray Daniels: 91 Minutes of Tough Love for Artists #221 1:31:26

1y ago1:31:26

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WANNA WORK WITH RAY? CLICK HERE 👉 https://bit.ly/4axsGJH Ray Daniels is the most viral music executive in the business. During his time at major labels and managing GRAMMY winning songwriter Theron Thomas, he's helped bring some of our generation's biggest hits to life. In pure Ray fashion, on today's episode he shares harsh truths most artists are…

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Crash Course on Artificial Intelligence in Music w/ AI Music Tech CEO #220 1:01:46

1y ago1:01:46

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Artificial Intelligence is taking music (and every other industry) by storm. We sat down with the CEO of Lemonaide, an AI music startup, to give us a crash course on the topic. He talks about the early days of AI in music, where it's at today, how the music community feels, new revenue streams for musicians, ways it can revolutionize the creative p…

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OG Parker: Selling 50+ Million Records Across Multiple Genres for 10+ Years #219 53:31

1y ago53:31

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OG Parker is a multi-platinum producer and founder of his own label/publishing/mgmt company Neutral Records. The name "neutral" comes from his ability to produce hits across multiple genres. In his 10+ year career, he has sold over 50+ million records producing for some of the biggest artists in the world. He breaks down his secret to staying relev…

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Are Virtual Artists About To Take Over? #218 25:32

1y ago25:32

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We couldn't help but notice how many people around us have been talking about virtual artists lately, so we decided to dive into the topic on this week's episode Whether you're a fan or not, the rise of these fictional musicians should not be ignored. The way artificial intelligence is becoming smarter and more accessible, we might be on the brink …

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Wendy Day: How to NOT Get a Record Deal #217 1:15:04

1y ago1:15:04

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If you were an artist back in the day, the most common question you’d ask is “how do I get a record deal”. Wendy Day has spent over 30yrs helping artists understand they don't need a major label and can build sustainable businesses independently. She is a hip hop executive, mentor and consultant who’s worked with the likes of Tupac, No Limit, Cash …

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We Interviewed the King of FL Studio ft. Larry Ohh #216 1:09:01

1y ago1:09:01

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Larry Ohh is a FL Studio Power User and living proof a producer can build a sustainable business WITHOUT chasing artist placements. In this episode, we discuss how FL Studio compares to other DAWs, Larry Ohh's secret to posting content (almost) every day for 7yrs straight, the reality of being a "placement producer", and much more! GET 30% OFF DIST…

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We Asked Our Musician Community About Their Biggest Struggles #215 21:12

1y ago21:12

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Building a sustainable career in music is HARD. Our sole mission is to help musicians break down the barriers to making it in this beast of an industry. We asked our community of over 100k musicians what they struggle with the most and discussed some of the most common replies. Odds are most musicians have faced one or more of these struggles and w…

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Rachel Jackson: Formulas for Artists to DOMINATE YouTube #214 54:46

1y ago54:46

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Rachel "Rachie" Jackson is the manager of artist and livestream partnerships at YouTube. We got an inside look on how artists can take full advantage of a platform with almost 3B monthly active users. From what types of content to post, to the most slept on features, to the artists who are crushing it, this is must watch for all artists trying to f…

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Pro Tips for Musicians Doing Interviews #213 22:45

1y ago22:45

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After interviewing almost 200 people in the music industry, we've basically seen it all. In this episode, we share pro tips on ways musicians can give the perfect interview and things they should avoid. GET 30% OFF DISTROKID: http://distrokid.com/vip/onemoretime FREE ACCESS to "100 VIRAL CONTENT IDEAS FOR MUSICIANS": https://forms.gle/zGWuUrLA8mBfq…

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The Ultimate Guide to Artist Development (ft. GRAMMY-winning Mannywellz & Yudu Gray Jr.) #212 1:14:04

1y ago1:14:04

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To anyone who thinks artist development is dead, this episode is for you. Mannywellz and his business partner Yudu Gray Jr. break down their entire blueprint for developing Manny into a GRAMMY-winning, global superstar. GET 30% OFF DISTROKID: http://distrokid.com/vip/onemoretime FREE ACCESS to "100 VIRAL CONTENT IDEAS FOR MUSICIANS": https://forms.…

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Lil Yachty & Karrahbooo Situation: What Every Artist Can Learn #211 19:58

1+ y ago19:58

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Lil Yachty and Karrahboo have been going back and forth since she left the Concrete Boys. Not big fans of music industry drama BUT... There are actually some valuable lessons every artist can learn from this situation. We unpacked them all on this week's episode! GET 30% OFF DISTROKID: http://distrokid.com/vip/onemoretime FREE ACCESS to "100 VIRAL …

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He Doesn't Produce, He Scores Life Moments ft. Slimwav #210 1:04:38

1+ y ago1:04:38

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Slimwav may be a 5x Grammy-nominated producer on the outside, but his real sauce runs much deeper. His specialty is capturing the essence of a moment and translating it into musical form. Whether it be directing arena tours for 6lack, Tiny Desk concerts for Flo Milli, or busting out one of 10+ instruments he plays to help score the soundtrack to yo…

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8 Clutch Ways To Fund Your Music Career #209 22:22

1+ y ago22:22

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There’s tons of free ways to make and promote your music. BUT it always helps if you have a bag. We brainstormed 8 ways artists can fund their music careers when they’re just getting started. ACCESS "100 Viral Content Ideas for Musicians" FOR FREE: https://forms.gle/zGWuUrLA8mBfqz7F8 GET 30% OFF DISTROKID: http://distrokid.com/vip/onemoretime SUBSC…

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Music Lawyer Charges $0 for 75 Minutes of Game ft. Ryan Schmidt #208 1:15:17

1+ y ago1:15:17

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If you ask a music industry veteran who the most important person an artist should have on their team is, they'll probably say a good lawyer! We invited musician-turned-entertainment attorney Ryan Schmidt, Esquire to come on the show and share some free tips and tricks that everyone in music could benefit from knowing. He breaks down the fundamenta…

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100 Viral Content Ideas for Musicians #207 19:17

1+ y ago19:17

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FREE Access to "100 Viral Content Ideas for Musicians": https://forms.gle/HvK3wShh3twuJkPP9 ^ Fill out the form, check your e-mail, click the link and get to creating! SUBSCRIBE to the OMT YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OneMoreTimePod WANNA WORK WITH US? Make us an OFFER! https://forms.gle/tVdon5vyoGAqPjx6A FOLLOW One More Time: https://www.inst…

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The Grammy-Winning Exec Who RISKED IT ALL! (ft. Kei Henderson) #206 1:01:50

1+ y ago1:01:50

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Kei Henderson is a Grammy-winning music exec known for managing 21 Savage early in his career and co-founding SinceThe80s (home to JID, EarthGang, & more). We talk about the decision to risk it all starting her own company, whether she's "anti-label" or not, why every artist should be promoting "old" songs, mental health in music, and more! GET 30%…

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10 Music Industry Conspiracies (BUY or SELL) #205 25:34

1+ y ago25:34

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We asked ChatGPT to give us 10 music industry conspiracy theories and decided which ones to BUY or SELL. GET 30% OFF DISTROKID: http://distrokid.com/vip/onemoretime SUBSCRIBE to the OMT YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OneMoreTimePod WANNA WORK WITH US? Make us an OFFER! https://forms.gle/tVdon5vyoGAqPjx6A FOLLOW One More Time: https://www.instagr…

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LaRussell is Rewriting the Independent Artist Playbook #204 1:14:49

1+ y ago1:14:49

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LaRussell has built a multi-million dollar music career without the help of a label. In today's episode, he breaks down the entire blueprint. GET 30% OFF DISTROKID: http://distrokid.com/vip/onemoretime WANNA WORK WITH US?: https://forms.gle/MPNkGsrhfVjBrv9D7 SUBSCRIBE to the OMT YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OneMoreTimePod FOLLOW LaRussell: htt…

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7 Ways to Immediately Make Better Music #203 20:10

1+ y ago20:10

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After reviewing our community's music for 8 months straight, we found ourselves giving the same feedback. Here's 7 of the most common tips we think can help artists level up their songs. JOIN DISCORD FOR MUSIC REVIEWS: https://discord.gg/rTAYsPcyEY GET 30% OFF DISTROKID: http://distrokid.com/vip/onemoretime SUBSCRIBE to the OMT YouTube: https://www…

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The Future of Country & Hip-Hop Fusion (ft. Anella Herim) #202 52:23

1+ y ago52:23

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Anella Herim is one of our favorite rising artists right now. He's got an incredibly unique sound that is ushering in a new wave of country & hip-hop fusion. In this episode, we talk about why country music is winning right now, how he should've spent his record deal money, partnering with the NELK Boys "Happy Dad" brand, locking in a 2 Chainz feat…

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Inside The Mind Of R&B Producer Legend Troy Taylor #201 56:19

1+ y ago56:19

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Troy Taylor is one of the greatest R&B producers of all time. He's worked with legendary acts in the genre. But is most known for developing Trey Songz from a teenager with no music into the superstar he is today. In this episode, Troy shares an epic story behind one of his hits, what makes Trey Songz so special, his approach to artist development …

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Digital Music Marketing Made Smart and Easy (ft. Megh - CEO of Symphony) #200 57:16

1+ y ago57:16

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Megh Vakharia is the CEO of Symphony - the digital platform that makes marketing your music smarter and easier. In this episode, Megh shares why you are thinking about presaves completely wrong, when to start running ads / what kind perform best for artists, the power of having all your data (social, streaming, emails, etc.) in one place, how Cash …

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How She Makes Over $200k Working w/ Music Tech Companies (ft. SEIDS ) #199 56:16

1+ y ago56:16

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You might know SEIDS from her "Here's a super cool Logic Pro tip" viral content format. She turned her love for creating music into a bonafide business by becoming a social media / marketing expert. In this episode, SEIDS shares life-changing social media strategies for musicians, tips on how to work with music tech companies, non-music product ide…