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Today's guests @clairecordeaux of @ukbapam & @liamjhennessy of @HelpMusicians talk about some of the stresses and strains that are peculiar to a musician's life, what you can do to keep an eye on them & how to look after yourself physically and mentally buff.ly/360RnBw

Ian Anderson formed Jethro Tull in 1967 & has had 55 years of great success. These days he manages himself, his record releases & even his tours. There is not much he doesn't know about the life of a gigging musician and the business of music buff.ly/35JgBUb

3. "The most important people to your career are going to be your peers. They'll be alongside you through your career. The industry is transformed. People of your age group are the ones who understand what is happening now. That's your vehicle to success" buff.ly/3sQYwMa

"Focus on being unique. I'm not interested in somebody who sounds just like Stevie Wonder. Sound like you! Find your voice! It's fine to be influenced by people but don't copy." Full interview & more great insights, here: buff.ly/3sQYwMa

"If you're going to stick around, you need to be able to do your basic job really well...if you're a singer, make sure you're a really, good singer & even if you're good and distinctive, go and get lessons to protect your voice. Always work at your craft" buff.ly/3sQYwMa

The inspirational Keith Harris talks: managing Stevie Wonder, overcoming racial prejudice, teaching the business of music & why this is the most exciting time to be entering the music industry since the 60's. It's packed with uncommon sense & good advice. buff.ly/3gQLt7K

Do you want to know how music gets into film, tv and ads? Ayla Owen, one of the UK's most experienced & successful music supervisors, explains what productions are looking for, how supervisors source music & how you can get your tunes into their ears. buff.ly/3rxMKXi

Sara Lord (who runs Synch for Concord Publsihing) explains what Synch is, what the differences are between how music is used in Film, TV and Ads, what music supervisors are looking for and how to pitch your music to them. buff.ly/35GzVlb

Paul Franklin, the leading live agent, explains what he's looking for in a young artist & what he'll do to help you develop your career strategy. Patience, playing the right gigs at the right time & working your socks off are essential. buff.ly/3IQQfOH

"90% of the artists I've represented, I've taken on after probably hearing one or two songs or seeing one show, I go on a pure gut reaction if I feel something is special, and then I'll do everything within my power to represent them." Paul Franklin, CAA buff.ly/3IQQfOH

Paul Franklin, the leading live agent, has represented Amy Winehouse, James Bay, McFly, Busted, Corinne Bailey Rae, Laura Mvula, Yungblud etc. Listen to his advice about how to develop the live side of your career. buff.ly/3IQQfOH

Al Schmitt was a bona fide music industry legend with 70+ years of experience. He worked with everyone, recorded 150 gold/platinum albums, won 22 Grammys + a Hollywood Star. He sadly passed last year but please listen to his amazing advice & memories. buff.ly/3FgqNjb

Ian Ramage has helped careers of The Cure, Kate Bush, Pink Floyd, Coldplay, Keane, etc. He currently heads up Repetoire & Marketing @ BMG. Hear him explain what he looks for in up & coming musicians & the differences in how record cos & publishers work. buff.ly/3ndOwuh

What do Kylie, Tinie Tempah, Coldplay, Gorillaz, Royal Blood, Emeli Sande, Blur, Paul Weller, Stereophonics, Kano, Lily Allen & many others have in common? My guest MILES LEONARD was heavily involved developing their careers Listen to how he works: buff.ly/3oFNok3

Ian Dench on lessons he's learnt from a career that includes a US #1 with Unbelievable with his band EMF, writing hits for Beyonce, Shakira & The Prodigy and going inside the music industry machine as VP of A&R for Epic in New York New episode out today! buff.ly/3Emh0bK

How do music creators get your share of the new digital ££ pouring into the industry? Cliff Fluet (@Fflic), 1 of the most clued-up people on new technologies revolutionising music, talks AI, Bitcoin, NFTs, Metaverse and what you need to do to get paid buff.ly/31z9Rqd

The music industry is a legal minefield This week renowned music lawyer ANN HARRISON explains in simple, clear steps how the game works & what you need to do to protect yourself & your music A must listen for all up & coming musicians & industry execs buff.ly/3mTpRdj

A good manager can be the difference between breaking into the music industry and bouncing off the walls Here are 30 things you need to look for when choosing the right manager for you #musicindustry #musicbusiness #musiceducation #gigomi buff.ly/3oVKOqG

In this episode I meet the wonderful, candid singer-songwriter KT TUNSTALL who shares insight into the life of a gigging musician & gives loads of good practical advice on how to deal with the ups & downs of the music industry & carve out a lasting career buff.ly/2WUeHwc

In this weeks podcast I talk to George Ezra /James Bay manager @PMcD2012 about how he works with young musicians to develop their creativity and propel their career & what up & coming musicians can do to find the best managers for themselves. buff.ly/3CZRjwI