The Persevering Artist
By Ben Union
This podcast is hosted by Ben Union, "The Persevering Artist". Topics include The New Music Business, Leadership and Life-By-Design. Ben Union is a recording artist, A&R expert, educator, author and dynamic live performer. He resides in Tacoma, WA, USA.
The Persevering ArtistMay 31, 2018
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Conversations: Kiva Geiger
This episode picks up in the middle of chicken wings and pizza at The Rock in Tacoma, WA. Kiva and I go in depth on chicken wings, who has the best and why, our secret recipes and we review the wings we’re in the middle of consuming... then we talk about the upcoming UFC and you’ll get my LHW prediction. * I keep saying Anthony Pettis but what I mean is Anthony Smith. Just in case anyone wants to correct me. My apologies… I was drinking beer for cryin’ out loud.
Mar 01, 201926:31
Random Conversations: My wife, Anjelica
Here’s the first ever Random Conversations. I take the maiden voyage with my beautiful, awesome wife.
Jul 26, 201824:25
Innovation
Success is looking for four things from you... today, I’m talking about no. 2: Innovation
Jul 23, 201806:39
Expertise
Of the four things success is seeking from us, here’s No. 1.
Jul 19, 201815:02
Routine
Success requires an effective, daily routine from you.
Jul 18, 201811:23
Shifting Sand, or Solid Rock
Life’s greatest conundrums of love, relationships, God, money and self-worth can be solved from this one question...
Jul 17, 201811:26
Sowing & Reaping
You can’t control the effect, but you directly control the cause.
Jul 16, 201807:41
How To Find The Right Mentor For You
6 key factors in choosing your mentor... and 1 to grow on!
Jul 13, 201811:60
Faking His Way Into Paris Fashion Week
This story is incredible. There are no rules.
Jul 12, 201811:01
These 4 Things Will Allow You To Accomplish ANYTHING
Your dreams are waiting for you to implement these 4 things. Success or failure to achieve your desires rests on whether or not you do them.
Jul 11, 201813:15
The Best Part-Time Work For Full-Time Artists
In the music business, survival is the ultimate success. Here are the best gigs you could score to keep you free to pursue your passion of full-time industry professional while paying your bills.
Jul 10, 201813:13
What Will Happen To You When The Band Breaks Up?
Face it, nothing lasts forever. When your band breaks up, will that mean the end of your career, or a steppingstone toward a bigger and brighter career? Personal brand development is the subject of this quick episode.
Jul 10, 201807:32
Detach Your Happiness From The Outcome
Don’t live by your emotions.
Jul 06, 201808:12
How To Solidify Collaborations and Guestings
The title says it all.
Jun 29, 201810:36
The Difference Between “Collaboration” & “Guesting”
Don’t come across like an amateur by using incorrect words.
Jun 27, 201808:26
Pick 3 And Execute Well
Feeling like you’re spread too thin on social media? Here’s a word of wisdom.
Jun 25, 201808:23
Two Communication Power Tools
KO (in a good way) any audience with this combo.
Jun 22, 201807:54
Dummy Taxes
Here’s the #1 way to avoid them.
Jun 22, 201807:01
Developing Genuine Relationships
Want to grow your community? Here’s a hack that will supercharge that growth.
Jun 20, 201813:44
X to the power of ???
Whether or not you will be rich, successful, influential or happy, it’s 100% your choice.
Jun 19, 201811:17
Show Day
Let me give you some tips that will allow you a peaceful show day and a killer performance!
Jun 15, 201810:33
How To Not Lose Your Mind On The Road
Here are four solid tips from a road warrior.
Jun 15, 201808:11
Smart Touring
Booking tours cold turkey is the stupidest thing you could do. Here is some great advice that won’t burn you out on the road.
Jun 13, 201812:00
How To Supercharge Community Growth
You don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Here are 3 quick things to remember!
Jun 12, 201808:49
You’re Open For Business When You’re Playing Live
The music business is actually the retail business. Sorry to burst your bubble.
Jun 11, 201808:54
Anthony Bourdain, Suicide & The ONLY Answer to Depression
Let me offer my solution for the problems of fear, panic, anxiety & depression...
Jun 09, 201813:02
Niche Yourself Now And Forevermore
Starting and stopping, changing lanes, contributing to too many conversations = poor leadership and lots of painful lessons
Jun 07, 201810:40
Watch Yo’ Mouth!
The grapevine is real and you don’t know who may be listening.
Jun 07, 201805:52
The Mailing List
Want to survive as an artist? Here’s how...
Jun 05, 201815:22
What Happens When You Get A New Fan
There’s always 10lbs of BS attached to the word “Community”. In today’s podcast, I give an excellent description of what it actually means to grow a community around your project.
Jun 04, 201818:36
What’s Most Important About Social Media?
If you’re going to grow an engaged following, you must know what you’re doing with your socials.
May 31, 201808:32
How To Make Killer Music Videos
I make 6 INVALUABLE points here that will save you time, resource and headaches!
May 30, 201814:45
Should I Release an Album, LP, EP or Single?
If you want to maximize your exposure and gather an enthusiastic fanbase, here’s some food for thought.
May 29, 201809:15
7 Home-Studio Must-Haves
The bare-necessities of home recording.
May 28, 201810:19
The Producer
Semantics are important. Make sure you know what you’re talking about if you’re gonna be using the term.
May 25, 201809:14
DAW’s
Where to begin if you don’t know how to record music.
May 24, 201806:01
How To Get Signed (if that’s what you want)
Ever wondered how to get signed to a major recording contract? Here’s the basic truth...
May 22, 201812:54
My Team
Success is never achieved alone. I have an incredible team of people around me keeping me on track. Let me tell you about the different roles that I deem necessary...
May 22, 201807:01
Humility Is The Womb of Opportunity
This mostly involves keeping your mouth shut... I’ll explain.
May 18, 201809:17
Splitting Time Between Work & Music
How much time should you devote to music and how much time should you devote to paying the bills?
May 17, 201814:05
The Difference Between The New Business & The Old Business?
What is new about the new music business?
May 16, 201809:32
Does Age Matter?
Here’s the simple answer.
May 16, 201805:59
Why Nobody’s Engaging With Your Music
If today’s podcast was a material, it would be gold... solid GOLD! And it’s FREE...
May 11, 201807:53
The Purpose Of A Day Job
A day job isn’t a Plan B. It’s a way to survive by keeping the bills paid before your music business financially sustains you. May I suggest a few solutions?
May 09, 201810:22
What Is “Making It”?
The worldwide misconception is that if you’re in a band, you’re either living in mom’s basement or else you’re on the cover of Rolling Stone. Let me shine a little light on the subject...
May 08, 201812:01
Sound Exchange
If you’re the typical singer-songwriter, you’re missing out on more than 50% of your royalties. Let me help you get smart!
May 07, 201808:31
P.R.O.
What is a P.R.O. and how does it help me?
May 04, 201809:05
Licensing Explained
Licensing your songs is one of the highest income earners for musicians. What is licensing?
May 03, 201816:23
Public Performance Royalties
I continue on about how recording artists and songwriters earn money. Super interesting, plus, it doesn’t get anymore simple than this...
May 02, 201805:41
What Is A Mechanical Royalty?
Music sales, digital downloads and interactive streaming all generate this type of royalty...
May 01, 201811:22