This week marks something a little different - an interview! Joe chats with Marc Ainley of Let Man Loose, on first gigs, getting the right mindset and the best way to use social media. This episode is a great exploration of where the band came from, and where Marc envisions it going into the future.  You can find the band's page here: Let Man Loose Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

You're thinking about your next record, working out the best way to get it made. Then the question arises 'Should we hire a producer?'. This question may well be followed by 'What are the benefits?' and 'What does a producer even do?'. All these questions and more are discussed ! This week Phil and Joe discuss finding the right producer for your music, what to expect and how to make the most of your time in the studio. The band featured this week are Alkanes. The Bagpipe metal band Phil was referring to is Skilltron. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

So, you want to start a band! Great, but what do you do? Where to you start. That's what we're discussing this week, how to start a band, what to do and what to avoid. Phil and Joe discuss answering hard questions as a band, first rehearsals and how if you're lucky you might get free beers at your first gig. The band featured this week are Urban Architects. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

Aah the thorny world of Facebook ads, a waste of cash, or a good investment to grow your band following and make the most of your release? It can be good, but only when used right. This week Phil and Joe discuss clear goals, proper targeting and if you should even be advertising at all. The band featured this week are Solar Strides. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

So you're planning your next release, you've worked out which songs you're doing, and how you're recording them, but who will mix it? With so many mixing engineers out there, who should you trust? This week Phil and Joe discuss test mixes, important conversations and red flags when looking for a mix engineer. The band featured this week are The Southbank Crows. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

Everything has gone a bit crazy in the world right now. Bands and Artists are having gigs cancelled left right and centre, and even if they go on the numbers attending are lower. However, a lack of gigs doesn't have to mean a lack of action. There are positive things you can do to progress your band. This week, Phil and Joe discuss ideas for bands in a period of isolation. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

It's the big day! The gig is here! But which songs are you going to play? And you're panicking as your rig takes a full 15 minutes to setup. You want to be invited back for another gig, but a good impression is vital. This week Phil and Joe discuss planning ahead for gigs, getting your rig in order, and why it pays to be prepared The band featured this week are Red Yeti Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

Do you have a proper and planned out release strategy for your music? Planning ahead of time can set up your music for success and is so important! This week Phil and Joe discuss the best time to upload your music, Spotify playlists and making each release better than the one before. The band featured this week are SYFTA. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

When was the last time you listened to something new? A type of music you'd never heard before (or not paid much attention to)? This week on the podcast, Phil discusses the benefits of listening to music outside of your normal genres, expanding your musical horizons and increasing your creativity. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast it's all about room acoustics and acoustic control. Great recordings rely on well-treated rooms, stopping unwanted reflections and controlling the sound. But how to go about it? This week Phil discusses the options available to the Home Studio owner. Discussed in the episode: Anechoic Chambers Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast it's all about Music PR! What's the best way to go? In this solo episode Joe discusses the merits of investing in PR and developing a proper release strategy. Discussed in the episode: Submit Hub Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss understanding Instagram is a really important part of being in a band in 2020, so don't ignore it! This week Phil discusses various thoughts and tips for making the most of your instagram account. Discussed in this podcast: Phil's Instagram Joe's Instagram Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss releasing music. Albums are great, but are they really the best way to put out music in 2020? Phil and Joe this week discuss why the album model is dead (for some) and the best methods for releasing music may lay in other places. Join us for the discussion. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss gaining a following. Why should someone follow your band? It's a tricky question and one that needs answering! Join us for the discussion here.... Mentioned in the episode: Later Scheduling App Buffer Scheduling App Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss practicing music and rehearsals! Regularly 'keeping your hand in' with your instrument is the only way to get ahead and play more complex parts. Similarly, making sure your band is well rehearsed is a great way to play better together and excel as a band. Join Joe and Phil as we discuss best practice in rehearsals. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss finding the right studio. Studios come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, sounds and budgets(!). Finding the right one for your music is so vital and cannot be overlooked. Joe and Phil discuss the things to consider when finding the perfect place to record. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast it's a mini episode from Joe! What does the future of your band hold, where is it going? Joe asks a simple but important question for you to consider with your music in the next year. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast it's a mini episode for the Christmas break. Rest is an important (and often underrated) thing, this week I discuss the need to make time for rest. Join us for the discussion today... Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss preparing for the recording studio. Heading to the studio can be a potentially daunting thing, but it doesn't have to be! A little preparation and organisation will help you achieve your best record yet. Join us for the discussion today... Discussed in this episode: Tips for preparing your best record blog post Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss avoiding a studio meltdown. Arguments in the studio are a waste of time and money and are best avoided at all costs. We share some tips and insights into avoiding these situations and creating a better record for all! Discussed this week: How to Win Friends and Influence People (again!): Amazon Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss home recording studios. Having the ability to record and try things with the most precious thing (TIME) is so helpful. In this modern age of affordable recordings, what can you achieve with home recording? And what is it worth thinking about? Join us for the discussion here... Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we go head to head with a hypothetical £1000 to spend on building a home studio! The costs of good quality recording have gone down and down and nowadays there's no excuse to get some professional sounding music. In this technical episode we discuss what we'd choose and why Website used to choose items: Thomann Phil's Choices: Presonus Studio 1810 SM57 Sennheiser e602 Oktava MK 012 (Pair) Shure SM58 Audio Technica ATM-30X Joe's Choices: Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 Shure SM7b Audix D4 Lewitt LCT 040 MP Superlux HD-681   Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss demos. Back in the old days bands recorded demos before spending long stretches recording their album, however even today demos have a use! From refining ideas to helping pre-recording practice demos are a good idea. Join us for this discussion... Sadly I couldn't find any videos for this fabled umpah Abba cover band! Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss recording contracts. It used to be you'd write a bunch of songs, do some gigs and keep playing until you were 'discovered' by an A&R guy from a recording company. That was (and for some still is) the major goal. BUT the music industry has changed! How do you get ahead today, and is a record deal still worth it? Join us for the conversation. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast (especially if you're from Hungary!), email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss landing gigs! Picture the scene - you've started a band, you've rehearsed and you're ready to gig. What next? What's the best way of landing gigs? How do you get started? And just how do you 'style out' an email... join us for the conversation. Discussed in this episode: Bands, Promoters, Gigs UK Facebook page: Facebook Link Here Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

Joe is back! This week on the podcast we discuss professional communication. Over email, Facebook or Instagram getting your communication right can be the make or break for your band. Should you start with 'Dear Sir/Madam', and just what is the best way to stay on top of communications? Join us for the discussion... Discussed in this episode: How to Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital Age: Amazon Link Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

Phil is all alone this week! However the show goes on, this week it's a mini-discussion on creativity for musicians. Systematizing your creativity can create big wins for you down the road. Listen in as Phil shares his thoughts on the creative process. Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we discuss getting management for your band. Getting a manager to help you develop your band and brand could be just the ticket, or it could the the last thing you need right now! Phil and Joe discuss the merits and pitfalls of seeking and hiring a manager. Join us for the conversation here. Discussed in this episode: Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Joe can be emailed at: [email protected] Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: [email protected] Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast we chat about self-promotion. The internet provides plenty of interesting and useful opportunities for artists, but it doesn't end there! What can you do to promote your music in a positive way? And what could damage your prospects? Join us for the conversation here. Discussed in this episode: Holistic Songwriting Youtube channel: Holistic Songwriting How to Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital Age: Amazon Link Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]

This week on the podcast Phil & Joe discuss methods of releasing music in 2019, the pitfalls and potentials that each option can offer. Discussed in this episode: Kickstarter: www.kickstarter.com Patreon: www.patreon.com SKAM 'Peacemaker' Video: SKAM - Peacemaker Distrokid: distrokid.com Spinnup: spinnup.com Ditto: www.dittomusic.com Joe can be found at: www.nevisaudio.com Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Join us on our Facebook page at: facebook.com/TheMusicSurvivalGuide If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: [email protected]