Sync Gems

Make Syncable Music & Get Out Of Your Own Way w/ David John Walker

On this episode we have David John Walker (AKA Imperial Beats) This episode is jam packed with amazing insights. Dave Walker gives you an insight to how he has gained some real success and full time income from production music in about few years. He talks about getting picked up by EMI, quitting his full time job as a teacher, and really leaning into the sync space. He also drops big gems about the role of a sync composer and how you can do it better.
 
 
Connect with Dave
https://www.imperialbeats.co.uk
 
Other Resources
 
Notion (time management app):
https://www.notion.so

That Voice In My Head, And What I Do About it

I have been dealing with burn out a lot in this past year. A lot of it is because the voice in my head saying some ridiculous stuff that sound like truths to me.
things like "man you suck", "man you're not doing enough, Step it up!", "Look how successful **** is"
In this podcast I talk about what I do about this voice, what I do to keep myself accountable in life and some recent examples of things I do to get out of my head and how I put this voice to sleep.

The intern who became a full time composer & a label owner w/ Nathan Foreman (AKA XcaliberZero)

Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with the amazing Nathan Foreman, a music producer whose music has been featured in NBA, Rhythm & flow, Fortnite and many more. Nathan shares the invaluable impact of interning in a publishing company, providing a backstage pass to the inner workings of a label.
We explore the philosophy of being infinitely curious and how this insatiable curiosity has propelled Nathan to remarkable heights. The conversation unfolds into a candid exploration of dealing with burnouts, the transformative power of mentorship, and the profound influence of asking questions as a gateway to bigger and better opportunities.
 
Connect With Nathan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanforeman21/
@xcaliberzero

How Can You Be Successful Right Now?

Comparing ourself to others, thinking “damn he’s so successful!” Or “damn she has all the placements in the world”, or perhaps my favorite “oh my godddd he makes 5 figures from royalties” This podcast was recorded because I hear too much talk about success and there are too many people trying to define what success is for you so they can sell you stuff. Success isn’t waiting for the end of the year and realizing you’ve done a bunch of stuff or haven’t. Success is RIGHT HERE! 
Hopefully this podcast episode will help some people 

The Journey Of A Rising Music Supervisor w/ Carita Miller

Today we talk with Carita Miller, A supervisor & artist manager.
She has been working on Indie films since covid and is looking to get her break into bigger budget films.
We talk about how she does her work, how she is looking to grow and what you as artists/composers can have in line for her to work with you.
 
Carita’s Bio:
Carita is a Freelance Music Supervisor at The Lady With The Golden Ear, a company that provides music consulting and supervision services for film and TV projects. She has over three years of experience in this role, where she selects, licenses, and coordinates the music that enhances the visual storytelling and emotional impact of various productions.
 
Connect with Carita:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carita-miller-7224668a/

ep59 Why Big Placements Should Not Define You w/ Sigurd Jøhnk-Jensen

In this episode we explore the nuanced art of not letting big placements overshadow your journey.
Sigurd has had a huge amount of trailer placements this year and in general, he is a very well oiled music machine, he makes an amazing living from sync, and it is not even his main pursuit. This guy is the definition of success to me and he stays humble doing it too.
Sigurd guides us through the transformative importance of meditation, offering practical ways to infuse this serene practice into your daily life.
Get ready for a deep dive into the future as Sigurd unravels the significance of personalizing your emails in 2024, emphasizing the human touch in a digital era. Gain strategic insights into when it's beneficial to collaborate through buyouts and how to nurture your network in today's dynamic industry while standing out authentically.

Achievements, Milestones, Setbacks & Goals- Getting ready for the new year w/ Roy Matz

In this episode i'll talk about my personal accomplishments in 2023, the goals i've achieved and the ones I have yet to achieve, I will touch on subjects such as hurdles and how I tend to tackle them in 2024, hope this helps someone out there :)

ep57 The Full Time Sync Composer Life w/ Steven Mcdonald

On this episode Steven, A full time sync composer, shares his wisdom on the art of choosing excellent publishers and the transformative power of focusing on quality collaborations. We also talk about writing for reality TV vs making music for big libraries. Gain profound insights into the true meaning of doing music full time and how to hit the brakes, we also discuss why nobody is actually a night owl
 
Discover the resilience required to pursue your passion even when faced with challenges, and uncover the importance of destressing in a fast-paced industry. We go into the professional challenges and also the personal & health challenges composers go through. Moreover, learn the unorthodox but inspiring lesson of not being overly ambitious and yet achieving amazing success in the world of music.
 
Connect with Steven
www.stevenmcdonaldmusic.com
 
 
Tim ferriss podcast w/ Andrew Huberman
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbNpsmOVGt0 

ep56 Blanket licenses, sub publishing deals & working with upfront fees w/ Jason Rudd

On this episode, Jason Rudd, with more than 25 years in the music industry, shares the transformative lessons from his early career, including navigating a legal challenge at the young age of 24.
We explore the intricacies of sub-publishing with Jason as he demystifies the concept and sheds light on why companies seek sub-publishing deals. 
 
Discover the pivotal role of a robust sales team in the music industry and gain insights into the various types of blanket licenses that shape the landscape.
Jason Rudd doesn't just stop at the technicalities; he unveils the strategic art of categorizing your music for a sustainable livelihood in the industry.
 
Connect with Jason
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-m-rudd-15155536/
 
https://www.level77music.com
 
Jason’s episode on 52 cues (talks more in depth about mastering and his story)
https://youtu.be/3zZUKbFVnnA?si=WwwcYG9i8OiZ7NAH

Creating A Buletproof Work Ethic w/ Gallo LockNez