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The Sync Lab

Aaron Davison

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Welcome to The Sync Lab, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of music licensing for TV, films, and beyond. I'm your host, Aaron Davison, and I explore strategies, insights, and expert advice to help you get your music synced and make a living doing what you love. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your sync game, you're in the right place. Don't forget to visit TheSyncLab.com for resources, tools, and the ultimate directory to help you succeed in the music licensing world!

Episodes

How Gregory Tan Built a Career in Sync Licensing and Trailer Music

2026-06-1755:11

In this episode of The Sync Lab Podcast, Aaron Davison sits down with composer and trailer music producer Gregory Tan, a former client who went on to build an impressive career in sync licensing, trailer music, television, and video games.Several years ago, Greg became a client of Aaron's while building his career in sync licensing and composing. Over the years, he continued developing his craft, building relationships, growing his catalog, and creating opportunities for himself. Today, his music has been featured in projects including Fast & Furious 9, Sing 2, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Star Wars: Andor, World of Warcraft: Dragonflight, Jurassic World: Dominion, Netflix's Our Great National Parks, and many other major productions.During this conversation, Greg shares his journey from aspiring composer to working professional, discussing the realities of building a long-term career in sync licensing and trailer music. Topics covered include:• How Greg got started in sync licensing• Building relationships with publishers and industry professionals• Why LinkedIn has become such a powerful networking tool• Growing a catalog and creating long-term royalty income• The transition from traditional sync licensing into trailer music• Why trailer music requires such a high level of production quality• The realities of rejection, patience, and persistence• The changing landscape of sync licensing• AI and the future of music• Practical advice for composers looking to build a sustainable career in sync licensingGreg's story is a powerful reminder that success in sync licensing rarely happens overnight. It is often the result of years of consistent effort, continuous learning, relationship-building, and a willingness to stay committed long enough for those efforts to compound.Connect with Gregory Tan:Website: https://www.gregtanmusic.net/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregtanmusic/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregtanmusic/Inspired by Greg's story?Several years ago, Greg was building his career in sync licensing, learning the industry, developing his skills, and creating opportunities for himself. Today, his music and sound design have been featured in projects including Fast & Furious 9, Star Wars: Andor, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, World of Warcraft: Dragonflight, and many other major productions.If you'd like to learn more about sync licensing, download my free Music Licensing Directory and get instant access to my free four-hour video course, The Ultimate Music Licensing Guide.Inside, you'll learn how the sync licensing industry works, where to find opportunities, how to connect with publishers, music libraries, and music supervisors, and the steps you can take to start building your own licensing career.Whether you're just getting started or looking to take your career to the next level, these free resources will help you navigate the sync licensing industry with confidence.👉 Get instant access here:https://www.thesynclab.com

Inside Bespoke Music for Amazon, Nike, Coca Cola, Samsung & More

2026-02-2141:59

This week on The Sync Lab, I sat down with Ryan Dickinson, founder of the bespoke music agency Made By Ikigai, for a focused conversation on custom music and the advertising world.Ryan has had a deep and varied path through the industry. He started as a drummer, moved into DJing and production, then into composing for film and television, worked full time as a sound designer, and later became a creative director in advertising. That experience ultimately led him to launch Made By Ikigai.Made By Ikigai has worked with major global brands including Amazon, Coca Cola, Nike, Visa, Adidas, Lexus, Samsung and more, creating custom music and sound for advertising campaigns.In this episode, we cover:• What “bespoke” music actually means in the context of advertising• How music is created specifically to support narrative and storytelling• Why multiple composers are sometimes hired for the same brief• How creative directors evaluate submissions and choose the right direction• The difference between referencing a vibe and copying a track• Ryan’s thoughts on AI generated music and where it currently fits within commercial and sync workflows• How composers can break into the world of bespoke composing• The role of human taste, collaboration, and interpretation in high level brand campaignsIf you’ve ever wondered how custom music for major advertising campaigns is developed behind the scenes, this episode gives you a clear look into that world.Learn more:made by ikigaiVisit the Sync Lab for a free directory of music libraries and a free course on how to make money licensing your music:THE SYNC LAB - Home

Legendary Music Supervisor Gary Calamar (Six Feet Under, 3 Body Problem, True Blood, Dexter)

2026-02-0439:09

In the latest episode of The Sync Lab Podcast, I sit down with veteran music supervisor Gary Calamar, whose work spans some of the most influential television series of the last few decades, including Six Feet Under, True Blood, Dexter, Entourage, Weeds, House, The Man in the High Castle, Titans, and Netflix’s 3 Body Problem.We have a candid conversation about how music supervision actually works behind the scenes. Gary breaks down how music ends up in shows, how decisions are made between music supervisors, editors, showrunners, and producers, and how those creative dynamics play out in real productions. We also discuss how licensing fees work, what different types of projects tend to pay, and why budgets and context matter more than most artists realize.Gary shares insight into how he discovers music, the importance of relationships and trusted sources, and how independent artists should think about positioning themselves for sync opportunities in a realistic, professional way. Rather than shortcuts or tactics, the focus is on understanding how the system really operates.We also talk about AI in music and why Gary continues to prefer music that is written and created by humans. He explains what he listens for emotionally and why authenticity and intention still play a central role in his decision making.This episode offers a clear, grounded look at the financial, creative, and human realities of music supervision from someone who has been doing it at the highest level for decades. If you want to better understand how sync licensing works from the inside, this conversation provides rare and practical insight.Learn more about Gary's radio show:https://www.thesocalsound.org/Learn more about Gary here:https://garycalamar.com/

How To Write Music For Trailers, TV & More With Caleb Swift

2026-01-2549:11

Caleb Swift is a film and television composer and producerwhose work has appeared across major studio projects and global advertising campaigns.His music has been featured in high-profile titles including The Last of Us, Avatar, Black Widow, Sonic The Hedgehog, Thunderbolts, and The Thursday Night Murder Club, with placements spanning trailers, promos, and large-scale cinematic marketing.Known for blending emotional storytelling with modernproduction, Caleb works closely with publishers, editors, and studios to create music that supports narrative while cutting through in competitive sync environments. His career reflects a steady evolution toward deeper creative collaborations and higher-impact projects, with a focus on long-term relationships and consistently delivering at a high level.Learn more about Caleb: https://calebswiftmusic.com/Get a free four hour audio/video course about how to make money licensing your music in tv and films and a free online sync licensing directory here:https://www.thesynclab.com/

Suno and the AI Music Debate: Creativity, Copyright, and the Future of Sync

2025-10-3049:42

In this episode of The Sync Lab Podcast, Aaron Davison and producer Gary Gray dive deep into the world of AI-generated music and the rise of Suno. Together, they share personal experiences using the platform for real songwriting and production projects, exploring how AI is reshaping the creative process from demo to master.Aaron and Gary discuss the quality and workflow of AI-generated music, how it fits into professional production, and what it means for the sync licensing industry. They also tackle the growing debate around copyright, ownership, and the role of human creativity in an increasingly automated landscape.Whether you’re curious about using AI tools like Suno in your own workflow or wondering how this technology will affect music licensing opportunities, this conversation offers an honest and forward-looking take on one of the most important topics in today’s music business.For a free directory of music libraries and music supervisors, visit The Sync Lab:https://www.thesynclab.com/

Playing The Long Game In Sync Licensing With Brit Fox

2025-08-0635:30

Brit Fox is an award-winning producer, songwriter, vocalist, and audio engineer. Rooted heavily in alternative urban music, her sounds also draw influence from pop, Latin, and R&B. She is the owner and founder of Cleveland-based Brit Fox Studios.Her work has been featured in a wide range of high-profile placements, including ABC, MTV, BET, VH1, Netflix, Hulu, Sony Pictures, Paramount, Univision, The CW, CBS, Vice TV, the MTV Music Video Awards, A24, the Cannes Film Festival, PlayStation, Beatstars, and Universal Music Group.Learn more about Brit Fox here:https://www.britfoxstudios.com/For a free four hour video course all about how to make money licensing your music in tv and films, visithttps://www.htlympremium.com/

Making A Full Time Living Licensing Music With Bryn Evans

2025-07-1040:10

In the latest episode of The Sync Lab, Aaron speaks with Australian based TV/Film composer, Bryn Evans. Bryn Evans is a songwriter and composer from Ngunnawal country in Australia. His music has found a home on over 100 television shows, including hit reality series MTV’s Catfish, RuPaul’s Drag Race, The Real Housewives franchise, and Keeping Up with the Kardashians. His compositions have also been featured in major dramas like All American, as well as NBA, NFL, and MLB broadcasts. Beyond television, his work has appeared in short films and podcasts, demonstrating his ability to adapt and thrive in different storytelling mediums.As a dedicated collaborator, Bryn regularly works with songwriters and composers worldwide. Most recently, he co-wrote a song for the Academy Award, and Palme d’Or, winning film Anora (2025).In this episode, Aaron and Bryn discuss:-How to make a full-time living licensing music-How long it takes to get to a full time income-How many tracks you need to generate a full time income from music licensing-Licensing instrumental tracks vs vocal tracks-Three things you need in order to get started-Exclusive vs Non-Exclusive contracts-How to license music in the USA if you live abroad-Networking Online VS Networking in person-How to land music in feature films -Why artists should collaborate with other artists-The value of seeking out feedback for your tracksFor a free four hour video course about how to license music in TV and Films, visit: https://www.htlympremium.com/

The Mental Game Of Mixing

2024-12-1029:49

In the latest episode of The Sync Lab, Award winning producer Gary Gray discusses what he calls "The Mental Game Of Mixing". To attend the free webinar with Gary Gray called "The Mental Game Of Mixing" on Saturday, 12.14 at 10 AM Pacific, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1417337065654/WN_LDaN3h8hTwaI4QuLAiuMIg Visit The Sync Lab.com for a free sync licensing directory and other resources that will help you get your music licensed.

A Tribute To Quincy Jones

2024-11-2754:39

In the latest episode of The Sync Lab, Aaron Davison and Gary Gray pay homage to the late Quincy Jones. Gary was friends with Quincy and in this episode, Gary shares several personal stories about Quincy as they discuss Quincy's legacy and the mark he made on the music industry. Don't miss this special tribute to a true music industry icon.

How To Produce Vocals For Sync Licensing

2024-10-231:18:49

In the latest episode of The Sync Lab, Aaron and Gary discuss: 1. The importance of conveying emotion and exaggerating when recording vocals2. Technical aspects like avoiding latency issues3. Setting proper input levels to avoid distortion4. Focusing on timing, tuning, and volume consistency in vocal takes5. Using the LCR (Left-Center-Right) method for layering vocals6. Tips on recording lead and background vocals Visit https://www.thesynclab.com/ for more about The Sync Lab.

The Impact Of AI On The Music Industry

2024-10-141:35:45

In the first official Sync Lab podcast, Aaron and Gary speak with a panel of guests, including supervisor Pamela Liptak, filmmaker Matt Deskiewicz and composer David Fogel, about a wide range of topics, with an emphasis on AI and the impact AI is having on the sync licensing industry and music business in general.

#1 Billboard Charting Producer Gary Gray

2024-10-061:01:16

In my latest podcast, I chat with award-winning producer Gary Gray. Gary and I have collaborated extensively in the past on various music projects for sync licensing and created multiple courses together related to sync licensing and music production.  Gary and I are excited to announce our new podcast and website, The Sync Lab. In this episode, we discuss our partnership and dive into Gary's journey in music production and licensing, covering: A recent project Gary co-produced that hit #1 on Billboard The Amazon Super Bowl commercial for which he produced the music His evolution from drummer to award-winning producer The impact of mentorship from legends like Quincy Jones and Chick Corea Tips for knowing when your tracks are "done" and ready to pitch How he secured a 12-year gig with Disney/20th Century Fox And much more! For more about The Sync Lab visit: https://www.thesynclab.com/ Check out the Amazon Super Bowl Commercial Gary produced the music for here: https://youtu.be/aVs-PNs1pXU?si=UlkUI33kVQ-duyWC

Susan Jacobs, Music Supervisor: American Hustle, Little Miss Sunshine, Silver Linings Notebook and more!

2024-07-1043:20

In the latest episode of Music, Money & Life, Aaron speaks with the Emmy award winning music supervisor, Susan Jacobs. Susan Jacobs is a powerhouse in the world of music supervision, with a remarkable career that includes work on acclaimed projects such as "Silver Linings Playbook," “Little Miss Sunshine”, “Capote”, “Unbreakable”, “The Visit”, “Old”, "American Hustle," the award-winning HBO series "Big Little Lies” and many more. In this 45-minute episode, Susan shares her wealth of knowledge and experience, covering a wide range of topics, including: -How to pitch music directly to music supervisors-The process of clearing music in music supervision-How supervisors are selected for feature films-The importance of registering your tracks prior to pitching them to music supervisors-The role of “sound-alike” songs in films and series-How the current economic landscape has affected sync licensing and how artists can adapt -How the negotiation process works when licensing tracks -Why less is often more when it comes to music used in sync -And much more! Learn more about Susan here:https://www.supervzn.com/ Get a free four-hour audio/video course about music licensing here:https://www.htlympremium.com/

From Broadway To The Big Screen With Pete Calandra

2024-04-241:06:32

In the latest episode of Music, Money & Life, Aaron speaks with NY based composer Pete Calandra about his career as a performer on Broadway and his vast experience licensing his music in TV and Films. Pete Calandra is a prolific composer and keyboard player who has been immersed in the New York City music scene for most of his life. He has scored over 100  films and written over 2500 compositions for television, films and his own albums. He's composed music for every major television network including the FIFA World Cup Theme for FOX Sports, the Special Olympics World Games and Invictus Games Theme for ESPN as well as writing music for the Kennedy Center Honors on CBS in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019 and 2020. Calandra garnered acclaim for composing the music to Jellysmoke, a film which won the Los Angeles Film Festival and was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award, and Unknown Soldier, a film which won the Los Angeles and Philadelphia Film Festivals and also was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award. His solo albums are wonderfully diverse, spanning world music, Christmas music, jazz, contemporary jazz, new age, pop, and neo classical. As a keyboard player he performed in the Broadway productions of Miss Saigon (for 10 years), The Lion King, Les Miserables, The Phantom Of The Opera, and Little Shop Of Horrors. In addition to his Broadway resume -- which includes first chair keyboard player positions for many of those productions -- he has also performed with the Radio City Music Hall Orchestra, NY Pops Orchestra, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Don Cherry, Aretha Franklin, Allen Ginsberg, Annie Golden, Donna McKechnie, Lillianne Montevecchi, and he spent 16 years as the keyboard player in the NYC-based Climax Band, the creative vehicle for artist and musician Larry Rivers. Learn more about Pete: HOME | petecalandramusic

Licensing Music In Over 100 TV Shows and More With Kyle Wittlin

2024-04-0634:10

In the latest episode of Music, Money and Life, Aaron from https://www.htlympremium.com/ speaks with LA based composer Kyle Wittlin. Kyle has had his music placed in over 100 tv shows, including shows like American Pickers, Hell's Kitchen, Ink Master, SNL, The Voice and many more. Learn more about Kyle: http://www.kylewittlin.com/ https://soundcloud.com/kwittlin For a free, four-hour video course all about how to make money licensing your music in tv, films and more, visit: https://www.htlympremium.com/

Financing For Artists & Creatives With Peter Harvey From Royfi

2023-10-0234:39

RoyFi® was founded to provide capital to artists at below-market rates. We find it unfair that our competitors have taken advantage of artists for years, charging 40-80% discount rates, and we are here to change it. RoyFi will advance artists capital on their future royalty earnings while allowing them to maintain complete ownership of their catalogs. We do not make loans, which means that the deal you sign with us today will never change. There is NO interest, NO late fees, and NO chance that you lose your catalog. Visit https://www.royfi.com/ for more.

It's Never Too Late To Chase Your Dreams With Rich Chambers

2023-09-1138:01

After having put a music dream aside for so many years due to family, work obligations, and never a full belief that he had what it takes, Rich Chambers had an epiphany approximately three years ago and decided to really go after his dream. He is currently about 2 1/2 years into it now and with a lot of hard work, research, perseverance, and refusing to say "no," Rich has had featured videos, millions of Spotify streams, hundreds of thousands of Youtube views and radio airplay that is beginning to span the globe. Learn how Rich is successfully marketing his music to a much wider audience in the latest episode of Music, Money & Life.

Staying Positive With Emmy Award Winning Songwriter Michèle Vice-Maslin

2023-04-1437:36

In my latest podcast, I speak with Emmy award winning songwriter extraordinaire, Michèle Vice-Maslin.  Michele has had over 5,000 placements in Film and Television, Her recent work include a 2019 producer nomination from HMMA (Hollywood Music In Media Awards), songs in the Matt Damon feature “DOWNSIZING”, the feature CON MAN starring Ving Rhames, Talia Shire, James Caan, The features LOST GIRLS, FIRECRACKERS and Dumplin’ starring Dolly Parton & Jennifer Aniston. Songs in feature films “THE SUNDAY HORSE”, “CLOUD 9”, “THE GREENING OF WHITNEY BROWN, and songs in hundreds of tv shows incl. PRETTY LITTLE LIARS, LOST GIRL, SAM & CAT, HENRY DANGER, SINGLE LADIES, THE VINEYARD, DATING NAKED, 20/20, HOUSE HUNTERS, BYE FELICIA, THE VIEW, GENERAL HOSPITAL, KEEPING UP WITH THE KARDASHIANS, SWEET RETREATS, BEAUTY QUEEN MURDERS, FLIP OR FLOP, THE PRANCING ELITES PROJECT, and so many others. And…a co-write with the legendary BOB DYLAN.  She’s super accomplished and super cool, check out our conversation on the current state of sync licensing and the music business. For a free four hour audio/video course all about how to make money licensing your music in TV and Films, visit: https://www.htlympremium.com/free-course.html Connect with Michele on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-vice-maslin-74947014

RIAA Gold Certified Songwriter Drew Smith

2021-12-1049:46

Get A Free, Four Hour Audio/Video Course On How To License Your Music In TV, Films & Ads:  https://www.htlympremium.com/free-course.html In my latest podcast I speak with Drew Smith. Drew Smith is an award winning professional songwriter (RIAA GOLD) and country artist based in Nashville, TN. He is the owner of Gray Sound Recording LLC, working as a producer and senior mixing engineer and the creator of “The Before You Record Course,” for new artists. Drew’s work has been recorded in many countries including the US, Canada, Ireland, Germany and Australia (among others) by legends like Merle Haggard, Nashville powerhouse Randy Houser, Rob Snyder, Jason Charles Miller, Kevin Denny and Australian-Canadian country singer, Gord Bamford, the only two-time winner of the CMA Global Country Artist of the Year award. Drew toured coast to coast for several years in his early career and has shared the stage with Merle Haggard, Don Williams, Big & Rich, Lee Brice, Lady A and many others. Learn more about Drew here:  https://drewsmithlive.com/

Sync Licensing FAQs Part 4

2021-10-2627:55

For a free four hour audio/video course all about how to make money licensing your music in TV, Films, Ads & more, visit: https://www.htlympremium.com/free-course.html

Sync Licensing FAQs Part 3

2021-10-1128:23

For a free four hour audio/video course all about how to make money licensing your music in TV, Films, Ads & more, visit: https://www.htlympremium.com/free-course.html Topics covered: 1) How to break into sync licensing and the importance of developing a following– John Anderson, Hunnypot 2) Are sites like Taxi necessary for breaking into music licensing? - Ed Hartman 3) The importance of approaching licensing as a business. - David Frederick 4) How to get the attention of music supervisors – David Hyman from Super Group 5) Why it’s sometimes better to be a big fish in a small pond – Mexico City Vs LA - Milo Coelo

Sync Licensing FAQs Part 2

2021-09-2825:21

Topics Covered: 1) How To Get Started In Music Licensing – Eddie Grey 2) How long does it take to get started in music licensing? - Anthony Clint Jr. 3) The importance of having a niche – Chuck Hughes 4) What Kind Of Music Are Music Libraries Looking For? – Michael Nieves, Sugaroo 5) Do You Need To Live In A Major Music City To Succeed In Licensing? – Jason Moss The 90 Day Music Licensing Challenge: https://www.htlympremium.com/90-day-challenge-2021.html Free four hour course on music licensing: https://www.htlympremium.com/free-course.html

Sync Licensing FAQs Part 1

2021-09-0425:45

The 90 Day Music Licensing Challenge starts October 1.  Visit https://www.htlympremium.com/90-day-challenge-2021.html for more.

Hacking The Music Business With Isabella Bedoya

2021-03-2429:56

In the latest episode Of Music, Money And Life, Aaron speaks with Isabella Bedoya from The Fame Hackers about how to build a sustainable career  in the music business from the ground up.  Learn more about Fame Hackers: https://www.thefamehackers.com/webinar-optin For a free four hour audio/video course on how to license your music in tv and films, visit https://www.htlympremium.com/free-course.html

Reviving Detroit's urban development with the creative drive of music.

2020-10-2036:01

Originated by Greater Alexander, the Greater Impact House is about developing ground level awareness for career-driven creatives towards urban renewal in Detroit, Michigan. This project is geared towards established artists that are focused on creating artwork and music without the use of drugs, alcohol, tobacco or any other mind altering substances.  Learn more:  https://www.greaterimpacthouse.com/

Featured Artist: Merlot Embargo

2020-10-1514:36

Aaron introduces a new segment called Featured Artist and introduces the first featured artists, Merlot Embargo.  Learn more about Merlot Embargo here: https://www.merlotembargo.com/

Why You Need A Manager With Jason Davis from One One 7

2020-09-2438:13

In the latest episode of Music, Money And Life, Aaron speaks with Jason Davis from Radar Label Group and One One 7. Jason's career began as a songwriter when he was discovered by Grant Cunningham, the former VP of A&R for Sparrow Records. Davis went on to write a #1 Billboard hit, received several ASCAP songwriting and publishing awards, and was nominated for a Latin music award. Davis has also co-founded other cutting edge entertainment companies such as Radar Label Group (Jimmy Eat World, Plain White T's, Neon Trees, The Unlikely Candidates), One One 7, Awaken Records (Austin French), and Care For Kids. He is also co-president and partner of booking agency Higher Level Agency. Learn more about Jason Davis: One One 7 ( https://oneone7.com/) , Radar Label Group ( https://www.radarlabelgroup.com/) , and Noble Management ( http://www.noble-management.com/).

Cracking The Music Licensing Code With Dario Forzato

2020-08-251:03:40

In the latest installment of Music, Money And Life, Aaron speaks with composer Dario Forzato about how to crack the music licensing code.  Visit https://www.htlympremium.com/ to register for the upcoming 365 Day Music Licensing Challenge.

Bandcamp Vs Spotify, Live Streaming & More With Dan Frechette

2020-08-121:06:01

In the latest installment of Music, Money & Life, Aaron speaks with singer/songwriter Dan Frechette about selling music on the platform Bandcamp vs streaming music on Spotify, performing house concerts, life as a musician during the pandemic and much more. Learn more about Dan:  http://www.danfrechette.com/Home.html Dan on Bandcamp:  https://officialramblingdanfrechette.bandcamp.com/music

How To Create A Full Time Licensing Business

2020-08-051:03:04

In the latest episode of Music, Money And Life, Aaron from https://www.htlympremium.com/ speaks with tv/film composer John Delvento.

Monetize Everything

2020-08-0217:51

In the latest episode of Music, Money And Life, Aaron from http://www.howtolicenseyourmusic.com/ discusses monetization strategies for getting through the Covid pandemic.

Corona Virus, Consciousness & Conspiracy With Singer/Songwriter Aaron Matthew

2020-05-2530:59

In the latest episode of Music, Money & Life Aaron speaks with singer/songwriter/vlogger Aaron Matthew about life on lockdown in the Caribbean and shares a brand new song from Aaron.  Learn more about Aaron Matthew here: https://aaronmatthewmusic.org/

Covid-19 Resources For Musicians With Gary Gray

2020-04-0734:27

Visit https://www.htlympremium.com/ for in depth resources related to music licensing, music publishing and music marketing. Follow me on Youtube here:http://www.youtube.com/c/Howtolicenseyourmusic

A Musician's Guide To Surviving Covid-19

2020-03-2617:54

In this special edition of Music, Money And Life, Aaron shares his thoughts and insights into how to respond to the challenges of the Covid-19 situation.

Managing Mental Health In The Music Industry With Katie Zaccardi

2019-11-0540:05

In the latest episode of Music, Money And Life, Aaron speaks with self care and wellness coach Katie Zaccardi about managing mental health in the music industry. Learn more about Katie: http://katiezaccardi.com/music/

Producer James Rim (Justin Bieber, Frank Ocean, P. Diddy, Jaden Smith)

2019-10-1532:19

James Rim is a producer who has worked with clients including Jaden Smith, Willow Smith, Kobe Bryant, Raury, Dev Hynes, Chloe & Halle, SZA, Meek Mill, YG, DJ Mustard, Ciara, Jill Scott, Jamie Foxx, Tyler the Creator, Frank Ocean, Aloe Blacc, Tricky Stewart, Akon, LMFAO, Brandy, Ray J, Justin Bieber, Christina Milian, The Dream, P. Diddy, Heavy D, and more. Get all the details about the upcoming course, "Mixing Pop Vocals" with James Rim here:https://www.htlympremium.com/pop-vocal-course.html

The Five Pillars Of Instagram Marketing With Elina Segall

2019-10-0345:25

In the latest episode of Music, Money And Life, Aaron chats with LA based Elina Segall about social media marketing and the "Five Pillars Of Instagram Marketing".  Learn how to build a community of fans of your music on Instagram in this episode.

In The Zone With Composer Eddie Grey

2019-09-3050:20

Aaron from https://www.htlympremium.com/ speaks with TV composer Eddie Grey about discipline, staying motivated, meditation, choosing to remain positive, work/life balance, team building in the music industry and much more.

Going All In With Guitarist Josh Smith

2019-09-2756:13

In the latest episode of Music, Money And Life, Aaron speaks with guitarist Josh Smith about his music career, life on the road, touring with BB King, his friendship with Joe Bonamassa and much more.

A Conversation With Producer Gary Gray

2019-09-1244:55

Links mentioned in podcast: Go Premium here:https://www.htlympremium.com/ Commercial featuring "The Greatest Show" https://youtu.be/73XN0jhx6oE Liz Cirelli Album (Awakening):https://lizcirelli.bandcamp.com/album/awakening Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3wt2gdAUSU3IpEeG8Xte6q David Fogel's Album "Back In The Groove": Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/album/5gIPGye8pFpQwhDJb6RNxp Gary Gray Advanced Craftsman Course Clinichttps://www.garygrayadvancedcraftsmanclinic.com/ More about Aaron Davison and his music:https://www.aarondavison.net/

Stumbling Into Music Licensing With Kelly Pardekooper

2019-02-1843:41

Aaron from http://htlympremium.com/ speaks with singer/songwriter Kelly Pardekooper about his music career, how he stumbled into licensing and landed placements on shows like Sons Of Anarchy and True Blood, films such as Vengeance starring Nicolas Cage and many more.

16 Million Spotify Streams By Connecting With Social Media Influencers

2018-11-1753:14

Aaron from http://htlympremium.com/ speaks with Producer/Artist Spencer Davidson about how he's been able to generate over 16 million Spotify streams for one of his projects, by connecting and partnering with social media influencers. Learn more about Spencer's music here:  https://www.azlanaudio.com/

How One Artist Generated 20 Million Streams On Spotify And Makes A Full Time Living From Streaming

2018-10-3145:16

Aaron from https://www.htlympremium.com/ speaks with Christoffer Hylander, aka Killigrew, about how he's been able to generate over 20 million Spotify streams and has been generating a full time income from Spotify for the last four years.

Everything You Wanted To Know About Music Clearance With Deborah Mannis-Gardner

2018-07-1632:46

In the latest episode of Music, Money And Life, Aaron from http://www.howtolicenseyourmusic.com/ speaks with Deborah Mannis-Gardner, the owner and President of DMG Clearances, INC.  Learn everything you need to know about music clearance in this episode.

The Path To Six Figures In Music Licensing With Anthony Clint JR.

2018-06-1440:04

Aaron from http://www.howtolicenseyourmusic.com/ speaks with composer and producer, Anthony Clint JR.  Anthony is a composer, producer and beatmaker who has had a lot of success recently in the licensing space.  He's had his music on TBS, Oxgen, NCAA, Bravo, Bad Girls, True TV and much more.

The Path To Music Licensing Success With Eddie Grey

2018-05-2941:07

In the latest episode of Music, Money And Life, Aaron from http://howtolicenseyourmusic.com/ speaks with TV Composer Eddie Grey about the path to success in music licensing, how to build up contacts, how to sell your licensing catalog, how to get started and much more.

Joel Feinberg From DeWolfe Music

2018-03-061:03:48

Aaron speaks with the CEO of DeWolfe Music USA, Joel Feinberg.  Joel discusses some of the key areas most musicians seem to get wrong when it comes to licensing music, the nature of production and library music and much more. For more information on How To License Your Music Premium, visit http://www.htlympremium.com/ For more information about DeWolfe Music, visit http://dewolfemusic.com/

3,500 TV & Film Placements And Over 2 Million Spotify Streams With Chuck Hughes Of The Hillbilly Hellcats

2018-01-1156:55

In this episode of Music, Money And Life, Aaron speaks with Chuck Hughes from the Hillbilly Hellcats.  Chuck has had enormous success in licensing over the last 7 years and has racked up over 3,500 different placements.  He's also crushing it on Spotify with over 2 million streams and 14,000 follwers.  At 66, Chuck shows no signs of slowing down and maintains an active touring schedule, in addition to his success in licensing and streaming.  Find out how he does it in this podcast!

A Conversation With Drummer Kenny Aronoff

2017-12-2150:57

What do John Cougar Mellencamp, Sir Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, The Rolling Stones, Lady Ga Ga, Bruno Mars, Sting, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Seger, Dave Grohl, Elton John, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Jon Bon Jovi, Steven Tyler, The Smashing Pumpkins, Meatloaf, B.B. King, Rod Stewart and John Fogerty have in common? All of these rock and roll superstars have performed with Kenny Aronoff as their drummer, keeping the beat in the studio or on the road. In this episode, Aaron speaks with world renowned drummer Kenny Aronoff.

Landing Big Clients Like Disney & 20th Century Fox With Gary Gray

2017-11-2357:13

Aaron from http://www.howtolicenseyourmusic.com/ speaks with producer Gary Gray about getting big, lucrative clients in the licensing industry, writing instrumental cues, networking, the future of How To License Your Music.com and more.