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Music Pro Daily

Music Pro Daily

By Daniel Grimmett

Music Pro Daily is a podcast that gives freelance music producers & songwriters real insights into building a long term career in the internet-driven music industry. I use this podcast to document my day-to-day running a producer management and business education company. This show allows me to go "off script" dive deeper into certain topics without having to appease the YouTube algorithm. In this show we discuss everything from landing more projects and selling digital products (sample packs, loops, etc) to developing artists and connecting with the industry. http://www.darklabelmusic.com
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Music Pro Daily Oct 29, 2019

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162: Grow A Music Producer Business (Fast)

162: Grow A Music Producer Business (Fast)

What we do: http://www.darklabelmusic.com Get 1-to-1 business management: https://rebrand.ly/evmscjg The Producer Files (newsletter): - https://rb.gy/wybbxr

Music Pro Daily is a podcast that gives freelance music producers & songwriters real insights into building a long term career in the internet-driven music industry. I use this podcast to document my day-to-day running a producer management and business education company. This show allows me to go "off script" dive deeper into certain topics without having to appease the YouTube algorithm. In this show we discuss everything from landing more projects and selling digital products (sample packs, loops, etc) to developing artists and connecting with the industry.


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Mar 06, 202436:00
161: Why Many Full Time Producers Still Struggle (w/ John Caviness)

161: Why Many Full Time Producers Still Struggle (w/ John Caviness)

Music Pro Daily is a podcast that gives freelance music producers & songwriters real insights into building a long term career in the internet-driven music industry. I use this podcast to document my day-to-day running a producer management and business education company. This show allows me to go "off script" dive deeper into certain topics without having to appease the YouTube algorithm. In this show we discuss everything from landing more projects and selling digital products (sample packs, loops, etc) to developing artists and connecting with the industry. http://www.darklabelmusic.com


John's Portfolio: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4PHF8BmM9IzqvxpJBadyWL?si=ad3810da785441a3

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155: Tangible Ways To Keep Clients Coming Back w/ John McLucas
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154: This K-POP Producer Tripled His Business From YouTube
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153: $30,000 of Remote Mixing Work
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152: What I Learned in 2021 Running A Music Company
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151: When Clients Keep Changing Creative Direction...

151: When Clients Keep Changing Creative Direction...

MPD is an "almost daily" podcast that gives freelance music producers real insights into building a long term career in the internet-driven music industry.

I use this podcast to document my day-to-day running a producer development company with my partner, industry-veteran producer Mike Mani.

In this show we discuss everything from landing more projects and selling digital products (sample packs, loops, etc) to developing artists and connecting with the industry.

To learn more about what we do... Visit www.DarkLabelMusic.com

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150: What My Most Successful Producers Do...

150: What My Most Successful Producers Do...

MPD is an "almost daily" podcast that gives freelance music producers real insights into building a long term career in the internet-driven music industry.

I use this podcast to document my day-to-day running a producer development company with my partner, industry-veteran producer Mike Mani.

In this show we discuss everything from landing more projects and selling digital products (sample packs, loops, etc) to developing artists and connecting with the industry.

To learn more about what we do... Visit www.DarkLabelMusic.com

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149: No Clients To Label Projects In Under 12 Months (The Shortcut)

149: No Clients To Label Projects In Under 12 Months (The Shortcut)

MPD is an "almost daily" podcast that gives freelance music producers real insights into building a long term career in the internet-driven music industry.

I use this podcast to document my day-to-day running a producer development company with my partner, industry-veteran producer Mike Mani.

In this show we discuss everything from landing more projects and selling digital products (sample packs, loops, etc) to developing artists and connecting with the industry.

To learn more about what we do... Visit www.DarkLabelMusic.com

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148: How To Stay Busy Producing (Avoid Slumps)

148: How To Stay Busy Producing (Avoid Slumps)

MPD is an "almost daily" podcast that gives freelance music producers real insights into building a long term career in the internet-driven music industry.

I use this podcast to document my day-to-day running a producer development company with my partner, industry-veteran producer Mike Mani.

In this show we discuss everything from landing more projects and selling digital products (sample packs, loops, etc) to developing artists and connecting with the industry.

To learn more about what we do... Visit www.DarkLabelMusic.com

Aug 16, 202111:30
147: How To Work With BETTER Artists

147: How To Work With BETTER Artists

MPD is an "almost daily" podcast that gives freelance music producers real insights into building a long term career in the internet-driven music industry.

I use this podcast to document my day-to-day running a producer development company with my partner, industry-veteran producer Mike Mani.

In this show we discuss everything from landing more projects and selling digital products (sample packs, loops, etc) to developing artists and connecting with the industry.

To learn more about what we do... Visit www.DarkLabelMusic.com

Aug 13, 202109:25
146: You Don't Need THAT Many Clients

146: You Don't Need THAT Many Clients

MPD is an "almost daily" podcast that gives freelance music producers real insights into building a long term career in the internet-driven music industry.

I use this podcast to document my day-to-day running a producer development company with my partner, industry-veteran producer Mike Mani.

In this show we discuss everything from landing more projects and selling digital products (sample packs, loops, etc) to developing artists and connecting with the industry.

To learn more about what we do... Visit www.DarkLabelMusic.com

Aug 11, 202109:20
145: The REALITY of Producing Music FULL-TIME w/ John McLucas

145: The REALITY of Producing Music FULL-TIME w/ John McLucas

MPD is an "almost daily" podcast that gives freelance music producers real insights into building a long term career in the internet-driven music industry. 


I use this podcast to document my day-to-day running a producer development company with my partner, industry-veteran producer Mike Mani. 


In this show we discuss everything from landing more projects and selling digital products (sample packs, loops, etc) to developing artists and connecting with the industry. 


To learn more about what we do... Visit www.DarkLabelMusic.com 

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139: A Trick For Minimizing Revisions
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137: Should I Give Out My Rates In The DMs?
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136: An Alternative To Selling Music Production Courses
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135: Should You Sell Music Production Courses?
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Music Pro Daily is Back!

Music Pro Daily is Back!

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of 350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.

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134: Content Creation Strategy

134: Content Creation Strategy

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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133: S.A.L.E.S.

133: S.A.L.E.S.

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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132: Why Do Artists Hire Producers Remotely? (3 Reasons)

132: Why Do Artists Hire Producers Remotely? (3 Reasons)

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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131: Responding to "I just need to get the money together"

131: Responding to "I just need to get the money together"

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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130: Outgrowing Your Peers

130: Outgrowing Your Peers

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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129: $20k Project From A Facebook Post (Content Skills)

129: $20k Project From A Facebook Post (Content Skills)

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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128: Managing Your Enquiries For Client Relationships

128: Managing Your Enquiries For Client Relationships

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
Apr 07, 202006:45
127: Well Being

127: Well Being

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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126: "This Gear Owes Me Money!"

126: "This Gear Owes Me Money!"

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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125: Truth About Remote Music Production (8 Years Experience)

125: Truth About Remote Music Production (8 Years Experience)

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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124: Nick's Takeaway On No More Attended Sessions

124: Nick's Takeaway On No More Attended Sessions

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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123: Valuable Client Relationships

123: Valuable Client Relationships

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
Mar 31, 202006:20
122: Productivity Partner

122: Productivity Partner

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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121: 2 Year Consulting Birthday (Dan's 35 Min. Passionate Business Rant)

121: 2 Year Consulting Birthday (Dan's 35 Min. Passionate Business Rant)

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
Mar 28, 202035:04
120: These Beat Selling Courses Are Out Of Control

120: These Beat Selling Courses Are Out Of Control

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
Mar 27, 202020:19
119: When New Opportunities Can Throw You Off Your Game

119: When New Opportunities Can Throw You Off Your Game

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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118: Wins + Backing Up Your Message (Websites)

118: Wins + Backing Up Your Message (Websites)

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
Mar 25, 202010:14
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117: 2 Things You THINK Will Increase Your Rates (But Doesn't)

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
Mar 24, 202016:21
116: A Positive State Of Mind

116: A Positive State Of Mind

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
Mar 20, 202003:31
115: Connection > Attention

115: Connection > Attention

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
Mar 19, 202003:45
114: Popular Doesn't Mean Right

114: Popular Doesn't Mean Right

Music Pro Daily is the only music industry podcast documenting value from real life interactions in the field. The daily podcasts are for working music professionals who want to grow their brand, land more clients and connect with the market. Hosted by Daniel Grimmett (Nashville) a Business Consultant to Indie & Major Label music producers and Nicholas Di Lorenzo a Studio Owner and Engineer in the trenches of350+ projects a year, this podcast offers a plethora of insight, expertise and real life grit for fellow professionals to sink their teeth into.
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