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Music Industry Secrets... Spilled

Music Industry Secrets... Spilled

By Lucy May Walker

Welcome to Music Industry Secrets.. Spilled, with host and independent artist: Lucy May Walker.

Are you an artist who wants to book more gigs? Maybe you're a songwriter who wants to know how to get your songs placed on an advert or TV show? Even if you're just a music lover - this podcast is made for you.

Every week Lucy is joined by a different guest from the music world, from artists to promoters to publishers -each sharing their tips and knowledge as well as an exclusive music industry secret.

For behind the scene clips and videos, follow us @musicsecretspod
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Music Industry Secrets... SpilledMar 29, 2023

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In this episode we talk about how to create a targeted advertisement, how to save money by doing things yourself, brand deals and lessons we've both learned along the way.

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Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Tina Keys (Christina Hizon)
Mar 21, 202242:26
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled With Steve Tandy (Plugger at Copmedia)
Mar 14, 202253:12
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with BEKA
Mar 07, 202253:38
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Ben Price (Harbourside Management)

Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Ben Price (Harbourside Management)

In this episode I am joined by very own manager, Ben Price (Harbourside Management).

I first met Ben around 8 years ago through a singing competition I was in and he was one of the judges. We eventually started working together back in 2019 and I became of the first artists he signed under 'Harbourside Management' when he launched the company in 2021.

In this episode we go into when is the right time for an artist to seek management, the many different roles managers play and what red flags to look out for in bad managers.

Ben was also really candid with me by talking openly about his non-visible disability and how we are both trying to make conscious efforts towards making the music industry a more accessible and inclusive place. 

If you enjoy this episode, make sure to follow us on whatever platform you're listening on, not forgetting also our @social media.

Little plug from me too, I have just announced that this year I will be releasing my DEBUT ALBUM. For this I am doing a number of fund-raising events, first of which is an exclusive zoom gig where I'll be testing out some potential new songs for the album. I also have a headline show at The Brunswick in Brighton & Hove on Friday 25th March where you can see me play some of my older material maybe for the last time live with my band. Tickets for both of these on my website.

Tune in next Monday for a brand new episode!

Feb 28, 202251:57
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Charlotte Campbell

Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Charlotte Campbell

Kicking off Series 2 of the podcast is fellow busker and good friend, Charlotte Campbell.

If you've ever been in London and wandered down the Southbank, you'll have probably come across Charlotte busking underneath the London eye. I knew she would be the best person to have on the podcast to talk about all things busking.

We talk about how to start busking, what gear to use, what pitches you can play (with and without licences) and so much more. 

We also go into Charlotte's original career and how she dealt with the backlash she received after getting her cover of Mr Brightside played on Love Island. [Spotify]

This episode was so fun to do and to be honest, it's just a good old chat between two friends talking about music.

Feb 21, 202254:28
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled (SERIES 2 TRAILER)

Music Industry Secrets... Spilled (SERIES 2 TRAILER)

Series 2 is coming on Monday 21st February!

Join me, your host Lucy May Walker for Series 2 of Music Industry Secrets... Spilled - where I sit down with a load of guests from the music industry. These range from artists, managers, radio pluggers and everything in between.

If you are an artist or work in the industry, this is the perfect podcast to get some great tips on how to work your way around the world of music. So, tune in on 21st Feb and every Monday after that for brand new episodes.

Feb 15, 202201:26
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Abbie McCarthy
Nov 15, 202147:07
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Kate McGill (Meadowlark)
Nov 08, 202151:32
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Simon Pursehouse (Sentric Music)
Nov 01, 202154:48
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Megan O'Neill
Oct 24, 202155:58
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Mazin Tappuni (Communion)

Music Industry Secrets... Spilled with Mazin Tappuni (Communion)

For this episode I am joined by the head of live promotion at Communion Music, Mazin Tappuni. We talk about all things LIVE -  how to get booked for a Communion show, how support acts are chosen, the importance of artists being paid and more.

If you want to hear more about Communion and what they've got coming up, give them a follow @communionmusic or check out their website communionmusic.co.uk

If you're enjoying the podcast, please support us by following on your platform of choice, recommend us to another music friend of yours. We'd love to hear from you on social media, tell us what you're enjoying, what you want to hear more of and if you know of anyone who'd be a great guest... we want to know!

Shameless plug for myself - I have a brand new single out called 'A Matter of Time' as well as two headline gigs next week in London & Brighton.

Oct 17, 202143:06
Music Industry Secrets Spilled... with Beth McCarthy

Music Industry Secrets Spilled... with Beth McCarthy

Kicking off the first episode of 'Music Industry Secrets... Spilled' is pop artist - Beth McCarthy. We talk about everything from going viral on TikTok, to the importance of pre-saves & how she landed a support slot opening for Sigrid.

Please note, this episode is longer than the rest in the series, as we simply covered so much stuff that was just too golden to edit out.

Click here to stream her new single 'If You Loved Me Right' & grab a ticket to her London headline show here. (You can also pre-save host Lucy May Walker's new single A Matter of Time & buy tickets to her upcoming shows here)

Please do support the podcast by giving us a follow, and why not let us know what you think @musicsecretspod ? We'd love to hear your thoughts & hear any future guest suggestions. 

Oct 10, 202101:10:20
Music Industry Secrets... Spilled (Trailer)
Oct 04, 202102:02