What MICROPHONE should I use to record VOCALS? (Top 4 options) – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-Vq6HRaiB0

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We’re discussing microphones for recording vocals and their four different categories based on price range.

Highlights

• MXL 990 is recommended under $100
• Blue Baby Bottle is a versatile option under $500
• AKG 414 works well in the $1,000 range
• Manley Reference Cardioid is preferred for vocals in the $5,000+ category

Key Takeaways

• MXL 990 is a great sounding condenser microphone under $100
• Blue Baby Bottle can be used for various instruments and sounds fantastic
• AKG 414 has multiple polar patterns and works well in live recordings, room sessions, etc.
• Manley Reference Cardioid is perfect for recording vocals with a pristine sound

Top 5 MUSIC INDUSTRY Podcasts for those who want to go pro! – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lP4bpA1dWHQ

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The text provides recommendations for various podcasts useful for those pursuing a music career. These include And The Writer, SongCraft, Music Marketing Manifesto Podcast, and DIY Musician Podcast. The speaker encourages viewers to explore these podcasts according to their interest, like or share the video if found helpful, and subscribe to the channel for more content related to the music industry. A free mini training class provided by Full Circle Music is also recommended for those wanting a career in the music industry.

Highlights

• Recommendations for podcasts useful for those pursuing a music career
• And The Writer
• SongCraft
• Music Marketing Manifesto Podcast
• DIY Musician Podcast
• Encourages viewers to explore the podcasts, like, share, and subscribe
• Recommendation for a free mini training class provided by Full Circle Music

Key Takeaways

• The text provides recommendations for various music industry podcasts
• These podcasts can provide insights and advice for those pursuing a career in the music industry
• A free mini training class is recommended for those interested in a music career

Tips for RECORDING VOCALS (Make them sound like the pros!) – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6el2fm4ZAiA

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Ex O’Connor discusses tips for recording vocals in the music industry, including using a pop filter to prevent plosive sounds and avoiding over-processing during recording. The goal is to obtain a clean sound before additional processing is done in post-production.

Highlights

• Use a Pop Filter to control vocal sound quality 🎤
• Don’t Over Process to maintain sound quality 😊 🎚️
• Focus on obtaining a clean signal before adding effects 🔊

Key Takeaways

• A clean vocal recording allows for more flexibility in post-production processing.
• Using a pop filter helps control vocal sound quality and prevent plosive sounds.
• Avoid over-processing during the recording stage to maintain sound quality.

How To Get On Spotify Playlists (The RIGHT Way!) – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iC5EOT-Uz4

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Rachel from Full Circle Music discusses how indie artists can get on Spotify playlists. She emphasizes uploading songs to music aggregators, signing up for Spotify for Artists to access editorial consideration, and optimizing tags for better chances of inclusion in a playlist.

Highlights

• Upload your song to a music aggregator
• Sign up for Spotify for Artists to submit songs for editorial consideration
• Increase chances of getting on a playlist by getting tags right and submitting early

Key Takeaways

• Music aggregators help distribute music to platforms like Spotify
• Spotify for Artists allows artists to submit their music for editorial consideration
• Optimizing tags increases the likelihood of being included in a playlist

Should you make a MUSIC VIDEO for your song? (Is it worth it?) – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1x-ickGm8I

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Alicia from Full-Circle Music discusses the importance and potential benefits of creating a music video for your songs. She emphasizes that the purpose should be well thought out, as making a good quality video can be time-consuming and expensive. A successful example is Taylor Swift, who uses her music videos to explain concepts behind her songs and announce new eras in her career. The key takeaway is to ensure the content is engaging for your audience, without breaking the bank. 🎥

Highlights

• Importance of having a well thought out purpose for making a music video
• Taylor Swift as an example of using music videos effectively
• Engaging your audience with the content you create

Key Takeaways

• Ensuring the content is engaging for your audience
• Avoiding breaking the bank when creating a music video

How To Get A Record Deal (The TRUTH Behind What It Takes!) – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oG5yl51EiE

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Hey! I’m Seth Mosley, and I’m here in our Nashville recording studio. Today, we’re going to discuss how to get a record deal. Firstly, it’s important to ask yourself if you’re worth a million dollars because that’s what it typically costs for a label to break an artist. In some markets, like Christian music, it might cost hundreds of thousands of dollars just to promote your music and get you out there. So before you even start thinking about getting a record deal, make sure you’re truly considering the weight of what you’re asking for.

Highlights

• 💸 Know your worth before asking for a record deal
• 👥 Connect with A&R people at labels
• 📝 Get discovered through a publishing deal

Key Takeaways

• 🎵 Approaching a record company or A&R person requires a compelling story and strong engagement across streaming, social media, and touring.
• 🏗️ Know how to tell your story in three sentences or less.

How Do Music Artists Make Money (Music Industry Revenue Streams Revealed!) – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRpQgvWKuk8

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The text discusses various income sources for artists in the music industry, including touring, sync licensing, merch sales, streaming services, and brand deals. It also mentions the importance of side businesses, like Rihanna’s makeup line or clothing brand, to diversify income streams. Finally, it promotes a marketing course that can help artists learn more about merchandise sales and side businesses.

Highlights

• Artists have multiple sources of income in the music industry
• Side businesses can provide additional revenue streams
• Marketing course available to help with merchandise sales and side businesses

Key Takeaways

• Diversifying income sources is essential for artists
• Successful artists often create side businesses to boost earnings

How to start a band (advice from music industry veteran) – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GiWEJ1qEL0s

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• Starting a band requires finding band members, creating great songs, ensuring the right people are in the band, rehearsing and performing, entertaining, and playing gigs.

Highlights

• Finding Band Members 🤝
• Great Songs 🎶
• Right People 🧍‍♂️🎸
• Rehearse and Perform 🎷🎵
• Entertain 🎉
• Play Gigs 🎤📣

Key Takeaways

• Focus on strong songs for success.
• Find band members that are a good fit, musically and personally.

How Do I Become A Professional Music Producer? (Career Advice) – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zq6NMWtc-Lk

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Ex O’Connor from Full-Circle Music gives insights on how to become a music producer. The key points include downloading a DAW, learning it, getting a basic recording setup, practicing, showcasing work, networking, adding value, growing an artist list, and building relationships.

Highlights

• Download a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) like Ableton or Logic Pro X
• Familiarize yourself with the DAW by experimenting
• Get a basic recording setup: audio interface, microphone, headphones
• Practice various music production tasks and showcase your work
• Network at bars, clubs, and through platforms like Spotify and Instagram
• Add value to other musicians‘ work
• Grow your artist list through word of mouth and recommendations
• Build relationships with local bands and artists

Key Takeaways

• Keep creating great content and networking
• Focus on bringing value to others‘ work
• Grow your artist list

The TOP 3 APPS for MUSICIANS (in 2019) – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqAhG9lmXnM

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Hey everyone! This is Logan Crockett from Full-Circle Music in Nashville, Tennessee. Today, we’ll be discussing the top three music apps in 2019 for songwriters and musicians. Here are our top picks:
– Voice Memos: A built-in app on most phones that allows you to quickly record your ideas. However, it may take longer to launch and start recording compared to other options.
– Music Memos (by Apple): This app is specifically designed for musicians but takes a long time to load and start recording, which can be frustrating when trying to capture a fleeting idea.
– Quick Record: My favorite dedicated song idea app that launches quickly and starts recording in seconds. It also has an auto-record feature that begins capturing audio as soon as the app is opened, making it the fastest way to get your ideas down!

Highlights

• 📱 Three top music apps for songwriters and musicians in 2019
• 🎤 Voice Memos, Music Memos, and Quick Record are the main picks
• ⏰ Quick Record is the favorite dedicated song idea app due to its speed

Key Takeaways

• 🔊 Voice Memos is a built-in app on most phones for quickly recording ideas
• 🎵 Music Memos by Apple is designed specifically for musicians but has a slow launch time
• 🎶 Quick Record is a dedicated song idea app that launches quickly and has an auto-record feature