How Do Songwriting Splits Work? (Standard Agreements For Songwriters) – Full Circle Music

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Rkp1OO9kZU

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Logan Crockett from Full-Circle Music discusses how songwriters can determine splits for rights when co-writing songs, emphasizing the importance of communication with co-writers and maintaining good relationships in the industry. The Nashville songwriter community is known for its straightforward approach, and even splits are common in this environment. However, outside of Nashville, there may be variations in how contributions are evaluated, which can lead to negotiation and possible exceptions to the even split rule.

Highlights

• No official rules for splitting rights when co-writing songs
• Communication with co-writers is crucial
• Maintaining relationships and networks in the industry is important
• Publishers can assist in negotiations
• Nashville: Even splits are common 🎶
• Outside Nashville: Variations in contribution evaluation and negotiation possible 🌍

Key Takeaways

• Clear communication with co-writers is essential to avoid conflicts and maintain good relationships
• Having a publisher can help in negotiations
• Even splits are preferred, but there may be situations where adjustments are needed

How To Find The Publisher Of A Song! (Music Industry Advice) – Full Circle Music

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdaNyje1pGM

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Find the publisher of a song by Googling the lyrics or visiting websites like ASCAP, SESAC, or BMI. Rachel from Full Circle Music provides helpful tips on finding publishing information and encourages viewers to subscribe for more content related to the music industry.

Highlights

• How do you find the publisher of a song? By Googling the song or visiting websites like ASCAP, SESAC, BMI.
• Subscribe to Full Circle Music’s channel for more content on the music industry.
• Feel free to leave questions in the comments and check out their free training class.

Key Takeaways

• Use Google or websites like ASCAP, SESAC, or BMI to find publishing information.
• Subscribe to Full Circle Music’s channel for more music industry insights.
• Participate in their Q&A sessions and take advantage of free training classes.

What To Post On Instagram (For Musicians) – Full Circle Music

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRyGeZZ6FBs

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– The text provides tips for musicians on Instagram for increasing engagement and followers.
– Tips include sharing behind-the-scenes content, musical content, announcements, contests, and daily life posts.
– A bonus tip is to follow popular individuals on social media to learn from their strategies.

Highlights

• Behind-the-Scenes Content 🔍
• Musical Content 🎶
• Announcements ⏰
• Contests 🏆
• Daily Life 🚶‍♀️

Key Takeaways

• Incorporate popular content and trends to gain followers 📈
• Learn from popular individuals on social media 🌐

How Do Music Producers Make Money? GRAMMY® Winning Producer Explains. – Full Circle Music

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

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Mex O’Connor from Full-Circle Music answers questions about how music producers make money. Producers can earn through producing songs, finding artists to work with, building their skill level, and dealing with major label artists. The key is to deliver the highest quality product while making a living in the smartest and most sensible way possible.

Highlights

• Producing songs: A producer makes money by creating music.
• Finding artists to work with: Producers can discover talented artists at local clubs.
• Building your skill level: Improving skills leads to higher rates for producers.
• Dealing with major label artists: Working with established artists comes with a guaranteed budget, requiring good money management.

Key Takeaways

• Producers can earn royalties after the record has recouped its budget.
• Royalties pay a percentage for every record sold, but this method is becoming less common due to streaming.

What Does It Mean For A Song To Go GOLD, PLATINUM, ETC.? – Full Circle Music

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXJ_bw4vAVY

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Alicia from Full-Circle Music discusses milestones in the music industry, specifically gold, platinum, and multi-platinum certifications for album sales. She mentions that a song or album goes gold when it sells over 500,000 units, becomes platinum at over a million units, and earns multi-platinum by multiplying each million from there. Additionally, she encourages viewers to like, subscribe, and consider taking advantage of their free training class if interested in a career in the music industry.

Highlights

• Discussion about gold, platinum, and multi-platinum certifications in the music industry
• Alicia from Full-Circle Music talks about milestones for song and album sales
• Offers a free training class for those interested in a career in the music industry

Key Takeaways

• A song or album goes gold when it sells over 500,000 units.
• It becomes platinum when it reaches over a million units.
• For multi-platinum, it multiplies each million from there.

How To Get An Internship In The Music Industry – Full Circle Music

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDGjPTmwQn8

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This transcript is a discussion on securing an internship in the music industry with Jericho from Full Circle Music. The main points are researching potential companies and their internship programs, applying to these opportunities, attending interviews, making a good impression during the interview process, and being proactive once accepted as an intern.

Highlights

• Research potential companies and their internship programs
• Apply for the chosen programs
• Attend interviews
• Make a good impression
• Be proactive once accepted as an intern

Key Takeaways

• Jericho discusses getting an internship in the music industry
• Interns are expected to be proactive and go above and beyond their job duties

Which streaming services pay artists the most? (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, etc. compared) – Full Circle Music

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6oLnFfnViQ

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Alisha from Full Circle Music answers questions about the music industry, focusing on streaming services‘ pay rates to artists. The top three highest paying services are Napster, Tidal, and Apple Music, while Spotify and YouTube have lower rates per stream. Alisha advises against building a career solely on YouTube streams but appreciates the platform for music videos.

Highlights

• 🎶 Discussion on streaming services‘ pay rates to artists
• ⬆️ Napster, Tidal, and Apple Music are highest paying services
• ⚠️ Spotify and YouTube have lower pay rates per stream

Key Takeaways

• 📊 Streaming services vary in their payment to artists
• 🎥 Utilize YouTube for music videos but not as a primary income source

Are Songwriting Contests Worth It? – Full Circle Music

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-aktgHCZYc

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Hey there! This is Logan Crockett from Full-Circle Music in Nashville, TN. We’re here to answer your questions about the music industry.

Highlights

• Songwriting contests can be beneficial for those starting out or newer to songwriting.
• Contests are often marketed as magical opportunities but don’t always lead to fame.
• Focus on getting your songs heard by as many people as possible! 🚀

Key Takeaways

1. Consistency: Consistently practice your songwriting skills.
2. Collaboration: Work with others to grow and improve your songs.
3. Networking: Build relationships in the music industry for more opportunities.
4. Learning from Others: Learn from successful songwriters, apply those lessons to your own work.
5. Perseverance: Don’t give up on your dream; keep working hard and improving your skills.

How Much Does Spotify Pay Artists? (Specific Numbers Revealed!) – Full Circle Music

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLBkTqWtJF4

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Alicia from Full-Circle Music discussed how Spotify pays artists, with payments depending on the subscriber’s plan and varying accordingly. On average, an artist gets paid 0.004 cents per play, needing around 450,000 streams to make $2,000 off one song with this stream rate. The revenue generated is split into three ways: artists, publishers and writers, and Spotify itself.

Highlights

• Payment varies depending on subscriber’s plan
• Average artist gets paid 0.004 cents per play
• Need around 450,000 streams to make $2,000 off one song
• Revenue is split into three ways: artists, publishers and writers, and Spotify itself

Key Takeaways

• Understand how payment rates work on Spotify
• Consider the number of streams needed for artists to earn a certain amount
• Recognize the distribution of revenue among artists, publishers, writers, and Spotify

Should You Go To College For Music Production in 2022? Advice – Full Circle Music

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lidRB6iH8oQ

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The transcript discusses the importance of experience over formal education in music production. It suggests using money meant for college on gear and resources like YouTube tutorials and free courses. Networking and learning fundamentals can be beneficial from attending college, but hands-on experience is crucial in the music industry.

Highlights

• Experience is vital in music production.
• Use money for education on gear and resources.
• Numerous online resources available (e.g., YouTube tutorials, free courses).
• Networking and learning fundamentals can be beneficial from attending college.
• Hands-on experience is crucial in the music industry.

Key Takeaways

• Music production skills are often best developed through experience rather than formal education.
• College can provide valuable networking opportunities and fundamental experiences, but hands-on experience is key in the music industry.