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Content we would like to see: Analyze an artist that broke and point out the key things they did right and mistakes they avoided! Love the content btw very helpful
Yes, please do Dayglow. What distribution service did he use to release the initial version of Fuzzy Brain album? We all know that "Can I Call You Tonight" went viral, and then he licensed the album to a label and added additional tracks. But did his initial distribution have any kind of promotion behind it, PR campaign to get Reviews, ads etc?
Hey everyone who is making music, keep going, don’t pay attention to the numbers, the greatest reward is being able to inspire others 💕 thank you burstimo for this video 😊
I cannot believe how accessible this video made this information. And in a succinct way too, none of that '10 THINGS YOU GOTTA DO' stuff with someone shouting out of a youtube screen in my face. Thank you for doing this!!
I love the authenticity of your channel and the fact that you’re not trying to sell anything. That builds trust more than anything. I follow most music marketing channels and you offer the most valuable content. Very much appreciated …
I’m not sure I can say that I enjoyed hearing how pointless so many of our access points are… but this is genuinely one of the best & most encouraging videos I’ve seen on the industry.
Hey guys! I've been feeling pretty out of it, frustrated with myself, frustrated with my weaknesses, God knows I meant well. But now I'm coming alive, body and soul, and feeling my world start to turn! Thank you for educating us, Burstimo! 🌼🌼🌼
Hey brother, hope all is well! Something that's really overlooked is our inner health. This has nothing to do with music but instead with mental and physical health. Taking just a few days off to dedicate some time to your general health. Make a new blueprint for exercises and start taking a quality vitamins & minerals supplement. This will definitely balance and boost your self-esteem and help your mind to restore to another level. At the end of the 14 days you will definitely have a clean and clear mindset and be able to see things outside the world (mind) box and make more sensible decisions. Stay bless!!
I take a lot of effort for my music. My music blew up in 2016 and unfortunately i had to take a long break from independent music. Now that I have come back to it, I am investing my money, time and energy into it. I have around 30 to 40 songs yet to release. I am running out of money. I need help. Mentally and emotionally. This video was a lil relief though
What has always frustrated me from the beginning of my journey and prevented me to start is funding my music(since I'm a student and do not have a job). But I greatly appreciate your advise and educational tips.
Helpful content here. Spent most of last year making songs, now i'm focusing on making pieces of content for what i've created and building my social media presence. And of course hoping it will translate into more streams. Gotta start somewhere 💯 thanks!
no you right , everything you said makes sense, its like painting a portrait, before you can begin painting it you have to have an idea of how you want it to look in the back of your mind. same thing with creating music, keep the tips coming, cause they are helpful , even for me, ima oldschool rocker, meaning im from that era the 80s.
Hey y’all! As an upcoming artist it’s really difficult trying to navigate your way in the new age of music, but you guys make it so easy! Thank you so much for the guidance & the amazing tips😊 I’m def taking notes
You guys are so on point! When it comes to picking a genre… tell my clients to imagine themselves at an awards show… what category do they see themselves being in..? If They don’t have an answer… there’s a problem with either the direction or even the producer that they’re working with.
Completely agree with all of this! Took me many years to figure all this out and find out the hard way to great expense, and the tips mentioned here for all platforms are spot on! 💯 even down to playing main support slot just before the headliner 👌🏼
Really helpful advice- thank you very much! I have followed your channel for a while and it's so interesting to see how things have changed in just a few months and understand how to adapt my approach 🎶
Its suggestion to do a video on Harry styles marketing team. His brand was completly changed after 1d and thats good being both directioner and Harrie I like how his team has positioned him to mainstream media too. His brand is quite unique now than most if of the mainstream popstars. It would be verg usefull as marketing student to know abt it in more detail
Great video guys! Had a question, not sure if you guys touched on this in earlier videos, what kind of criteria would you go through in order to pick a musical genre to try and make it? Or, what kind of genres are good choices at the moment? Im assuming we would just look at the stuff thats trending right now? Thanks again for this massive explanation video :D
Thank you guys for the great content and information you provide, Producers and good ones won't always be expensive, sometimes they can see potential and work with you but still, they need to get paid for their time. But won't charge you a crazy amount of money, also you can find a producer that is not that well known, check out their work and see if they can give you want. And lastly don't be afraid to ask, communicate with the people that you want to work with, you will never know till you try. Cheers mate, and remember you are nice, keep going!
Always helpful. Appreciate you guys. I know everyone keeps pushing the single game, but I’m ready to try at least an e.p. Because after all the effort of getting listeners to my Spotify, I want them to stick around for a few songs. With singles, Spotify sends them off to another artist after that track. Thoughts?
I'm only 20 minutes in so far but this conversation is extremely engaging and full of gems! Subscribing, and going back through your channel to find similar content!
Question for you guys: Can you at some point touch on how to change & improve your social media outreach if you've gotten started on the wrong foot? For example, having released something with no plan in place... Thanks!
Y’all are so right! Hope this inspires someone because I’m releasing my 47th song this Friday and with a lot more excitement because I finally have some traction (40K monthly listeners) thanks to TikTok (1M followers)! Love the channel! Thanks for all the game! 👁 #MelloTakeTheWill
being 25 and having never done a gig, being able to produce and record my vocals myself but having no team around me to help whilst also being in a full time job so therefore never having the time to work on my craft and passion - boy i feel like my time is running out everyday and the dark thoughts that surround that, not good. 🤣 completely on the “just doing it because i love it and whatever happens off the back of infrequent youtube video posting happens” vibe.
@@leilasix but if you REALLY wanted it you’d risk it all right? even when you have a rented property to pay for, weekly bills to pay, food shopping to buy? 🤣 makes me laugh so much hahahah
32:06 "Production is not something we consider at the moment" This is where Burstimo will be submerged by tons and tons of collab requests from producers (starting from me, shameless plug :) )
I’ve been away from music for about 20 years. It’s mind blowing how much has changed for new artists. It seems the artist now does absolutely everything themselves. What I’m trying to understand is what does a actually label do? And how would a songwriter not performer go about things?
Hey! Love your content, really educational stuff! Can you please make a video on ‘cross posting’? So posting on different platforms. Each platform like Insta/tiktok/TH-cam etc has their own algorithm/ way of doing things and I’ve always struggled to know how to balance it all and do a daily post for everything. Thank you! :)
For those nervous to play or perform live, start with karaoke or open mic nights. Karaoke especially if you're a singer. Do songs that aren't yours at first so there's not as much pressure and get used to being in front of people. Doing this was revolutionary for me. Playing live is now my favorite thing.
Thanks for this info; it was really good, and I’m going to use it as a guide for myself. Regarding what you said about covers, how would rappers employ that tactic? We don’t do covers.
'Arctic Monkeys' is a play on a South of England slang term for anyone north of Birmingham: 'Northern Monkeys'. Rather an intelligent and highly relevant band name, as millions of us would agree. Especially considering the resurgence of the 60/70's mod/rocker styling and content of the records by the band, depicting British working class life, before they evolved into their newer more decadent casino sound. Class songwriters on all levels
For artists looking to break quicker, Burstimo's Membership gives you access to Spotify playlist curators, A&Rs, Major industry opportunities, advanced tutorials for breaking an artist, contact databases and more:
www.members.burstimo.co/membership
Content we would like to see: Analyze an artist that broke and point out the key things they did right and mistakes they avoided! Love the content btw very helpful
Agreed
Love the idea
I agree. DJ Hard
Great idea!
Yes, please do Dayglow. What distribution service did he use to release the initial version of Fuzzy Brain album? We all know that "Can I Call You Tonight" went viral, and then he licensed the album to a label and added additional tracks. But did his initial distribution have any kind of promotion behind it, PR campaign to get Reviews, ads etc?
This channel is one of the biggest blessings that the independent music community has ever gotten! Thank you Burstimo ⭐
NO CAP! I literally only found them last week!! I'm tryna catch up! Any favourite vids??
it really is man and thats an artist to artist comment
Hey everyone who is making music, keep going, don’t pay attention to the numbers, the greatest reward is being able to inspire others 💕 thank you burstimo for this video 😊
Thank you and best wishes to you, too
Playing live is where the magic is at. Music is magic and it is one of the earliest things humans have done together as families and tribes.
I cannot believe how accessible this video made this information. And in a succinct way too, none of that '10 THINGS YOU GOTTA DO' stuff with someone shouting out of a youtube screen in my face. Thank you for doing this!!
What I like the most about you is that you really want to help independent artists. All your points are always direct and clear. Thank you!
I love the authenticity of your channel and the fact that you’re not trying to sell anything. That builds trust more than anything. I follow most music marketing channels and you offer the most valuable content. Very much appreciated …
Thank you allowing us to be a fly on the wall for this conversation. For people like me who love to study & take notes this is vital
I’m not sure I can say that I enjoyed hearing how pointless so many of our access points are… but this is genuinely one of the best & most encouraging videos I’ve seen on the industry.
Hey guys! I've been feeling pretty out of it, frustrated with myself, frustrated with my weaknesses, God knows I meant well. But now I'm coming alive, body and soul, and feeling my world start to turn! Thank you for educating us, Burstimo! 🌼🌼🌼
bro, hope all is well. would love to connect.
Hey brother, hope all is well! Something that's really overlooked is our inner health. This has nothing to do with music but instead with mental and physical health. Taking just a few days off to dedicate some time to your general health. Make a new blueprint for exercises and start taking a quality vitamins & minerals supplement. This will definitely balance and boost your self-esteem and help your mind to restore to another level. At the end of the 14 days you will definitely have a clean and clear mindset and be able to see things outside the world (mind) box and make more sensible decisions. Stay bless!!
Pinch yo self foo . We ain’t got no time for the soft sh*t Let’s GO, you got this!🔥🔥🚀
Let's make a babyyy
This Podcast is an eye opener for me. I realised I’ve been doing things the wrong way all this while. Thanks guys
Working as an independent artist, I never seen such a detailed discussion about really breaking an artist. This is worth paying for really. Thanks
Knowing the best thing to do & not to do is important. DJ Hard
This is incredible. Thank you for helping artists in the way that you do. Each video is so genuine & full of depth.
X
Wishing much success to all the artists in their grind.. Bless Up💯
Thank you, you too
yall ae some champs for putting this video out, even if i know a lot of this its always good discipline to get constant reminders
I take a lot of effort for my music.
My music blew up in 2016 and unfortunately i had to take a long break from independent music.
Now that I have come back to it,
I am investing my money, time and energy into it. I have around 30 to 40 songs yet to release. I am running out of money. I need help. Mentally and emotionally.
This video was a lil relief though
What has always frustrated me from the beginning of my journey and prevented me to start is funding my music(since I'm a student and do not have a job). But I greatly appreciate your advise and educational tips.
This content is complete gold. I genuinely never even took reels seriously until this and I've had great results!
This is so educational. Learned so much, thank you guys!
Crazy! Every single topic you've started, I was like.. F%ck, I wanted to ask that 😮 . Just like you were reading my mind
Helpful content here. Spent most of last year making songs, now i'm focusing on making pieces of content for what i've created and building my social media presence. And of course hoping it will translate into more streams. Gotta start somewhere 💯 thanks!
This is the GOAT video for new artists...loving your work guys! 👊
Thank you!
Some great pearls in here. Thank you very much to you both and Happy Holidays.
This was way too much good information in one video. Thank you.
no you right , everything you said makes sense, its like painting a portrait, before you can begin painting it you have to have an idea of how you want it to look in the back of your mind. same thing with creating music, keep the tips coming, cause they are helpful , even for me, ima oldschool rocker, meaning im from that era the 80s.
Hey y’all! As an upcoming artist it’s really difficult trying to navigate your way in the new age of music, but you guys make it so easy! Thank you so much for the guidance & the amazing tips😊 I’m def taking notes
You guys are so on point!
When it comes to picking a genre… tell my clients to imagine themselves at an awards show… what category do they see themselves being in..? If They don’t have an answer… there’s a problem with either the direction or even the producer that they’re working with.
Damn this is genius
Thank you guys ❤️❤️
Thank you guys so much for all this valueable information for absolutely free! Appreciate you! ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏
Thanks for this input! This is gold.
Completely agree with all of this! Took me many years to figure all this out and find out the hard way to great expense, and the tips mentioned here for all platforms are spot on! 💯 even down to playing main support slot just before the headliner 👌🏼
Thank you for the knowledge 🙏🏼
Let’s make this year productive!
I love this video. Definitely the sauce and great info. Very very helpful.
this is actually amazing, thanks a ton guys!
Thanks & I will put this in to use. DJ Hard
I am very flattered by the scratch & from the ground up in making an icon & a legend thanks 🙏 much
thanks
Really helpful advice- thank you very much! I have followed your channel for a while and it's so interesting to see how things have changed in just a few months and understand how to adapt my approach 🎶
Gold. Pure gold. 🔥 this channel and company have been a blessing in today's market
Thank you for this, finally a video that gives good information. Subscribed!
Haven't started watching and I know I will get a lot out of this.
Thank you for breaking down this process in simple layman's terms.
Appreciate you guys. Peace to all the artist.
Brilliant as always guys. Great work!
Its suggestion to do a video on Harry styles marketing team. His brand was completly changed after 1d and thats good being both directioner and Harrie I like how his team has positioned him to mainstream media too. His brand is quite unique now than most if of the mainstream popstars. It would be verg usefull as marketing student to know abt it in more detail
This channel is so amazing 🙏🏽 I’ve learned so much, thank you🎧😊🙏🏽🎙
Great info, amazing insight… thanks for the knowledge guys!!! 👍🏾👍🏾
Great content with lots of practical examples. Thank you
Great video guys! Had a question, not sure if you guys touched on this in earlier videos, what kind of criteria would you go through in order to pick a musical genre to try and make it? Or, what kind of genres are good choices at the moment? Im assuming we would just look at the stuff thats trending right now? Thanks again for this massive explanation video :D
Thank you guys for the great content and information you provide, Producers and good ones won't always be expensive, sometimes they can see potential and work with you but still, they need to get paid for their time. But won't charge you a crazy amount of money, also you can find a producer that is not that well known, check out their work and see if they can give you want. And lastly don't be afraid to ask, communicate with the people that you want to work with, you will never know till you try. Cheers mate, and remember you are nice, keep going!
Always helpful. Appreciate you guys. I know everyone keeps pushing the single game, but I’m ready to try at least an e.p. Because after all the effort of getting listeners to my Spotify, I want them to stick around for a few songs. With singles, Spotify sends them off to another artist after that track. Thoughts?
This channel is amazing 🙌🏽🙌🏽
I'm only 20 minutes in so far but this conversation is extremely engaging and full of gems! Subscribing, and going back through your channel to find similar content!
Love this guys! Great work!
Your videos, as always, are super helpful. Thank you.
Great advice needed more tips. Godspeed !
Question for you guys: Can you at some point touch on how to change & improve your social media outreach if you've gotten started on the wrong foot? For example, having released something with no plan in place... Thanks!
Y’all are so right! Hope this inspires someone because I’m releasing my 47th song this Friday and with a lot more excitement because I finally have some traction (40K monthly listeners) thanks to TikTok (1M followers)! Love the channel! Thanks for all the game! 👁 #MelloTakeTheWill
Am grateful i stumbled on this, I got to implement ur strategies
You guys are gems giving Gems. Thank you.
being 25 and having never done a gig, being able to produce and record my vocals myself but having no team around me to help whilst also being in a full time job so therefore never having the time to work on my craft and passion - boy i feel like my time is running out everyday and the dark thoughts that surround that, not good. 🤣 completely on the “just doing it because i love it and whatever happens off the back of infrequent youtube video posting happens” vibe.
and when i say produce i mean both vocals and music. 🕺🏼
Same here hahaha
@@leilasix but if you REALLY wanted it you’d risk it all right? even when you have a rented property to pay for, weekly bills to pay, food shopping to buy? 🤣 makes me laugh so much hahahah
This is an eye opener, thank you.
thank you for this interview and insight, added some clarity in some aspects for sure!
The game y'all giving is priceless
Brilliant mate. Subscribed 🤘🏼👽
These are gems! Props🤞🏻😌
32:06 "Production is not something we consider at the moment" This is where Burstimo will be submerged by tons and tons of collab requests from producers (starting from me, shameless plug :) )
This was very helpful to introducing me to the systems that will help me. Thank you!
I'm so happy that I've kept my tic toc a secret from my family. Now I need to take this as a confirmation to post Consistently
I’ve been away from music for about 20 years. It’s mind blowing how much has changed for new artists. It seems the artist now does absolutely everything themselves. What I’m trying to understand is what does a actually label do? And how would a songwriter not performer go about things?
Write me a song I’ll give you %35 percent of the publishing
Your videos are always amazing and provide great content/ideas
You two are great - thanx
Thanks a lot 🙏
I love your music man
you guys should do the long form of that video where you were talking about which platforms can get you to a certain level of streams
Hi guys, this was very insightful and helpful for me as an artist!
fantastic conversation, thanks !
thank you for these gems as always Burstimo!
This is sooo good I kinda want it all for myself! 🙃 .. but I'll share it 💯
Great stuff guys 🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼
The Dance routine part killed me ! Ahahah
Thank you so much guys, so many great advices :)
Hey! Love your content, really educational stuff! Can you please make a video on ‘cross posting’? So posting on different platforms. Each platform like Insta/tiktok/TH-cam etc has their own algorithm/ way of doing things and I’ve always struggled to know how to balance it all and do a daily post for everything. Thank you! :)
This might be how I break. I'm calling it.
Needed this video
U guys are so helpfull !! Blessings to all 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Great content! As a Producer, i really enjoyed the content
Thanks guys, do you have a video on pitching to existing TH-cam channels? @27:20, I'm sure we'd love to see that
Yes, already up!
First micosecond: "why the fuck would you want to break an artist...?"
Second microsecond: Oh, yeah.. like breakthrough? Ok I'm listening.
For those nervous to play or perform live, start with karaoke or open mic nights. Karaoke especially if you're a singer. Do songs that aren't yours at first so there's not as much pressure and get used to being in front of people. Doing this was revolutionary for me. Playing live is now my favorite thing.
Thank you for sharing this epic info!!!!
You're welcome!
@@Burstimo Another huge talent from Africa . th-cam.com/video/OT3lxyOAGhY/w-d-xo.html
I came to find some advice to give my music video clients and ended up getting so much more. 🎉
content is the main variable to an artist's success
the goats of the music industry 🐐
This was amazing to hear
Awesome advices, even as an artist I appreciate the video 🤙🏼
Thank You guys for giving legitimate information, and Encouragement.
LOVE! 👨🎤🎹🤴
Thanks for this info; it was really good, and I’m going to use it as a guide for myself.
Regarding what you said about covers, how would rappers employ that tactic? We don’t do covers.
It's amazing to think we have all these marketing tools for free and have no idea how we use them...that is until we find Burstimo!
Thanks for this great Content!!!🙌🏾
Play catchy music! It will always win period!!
'Arctic Monkeys' is a play on a South of England slang term for anyone north of Birmingham: 'Northern Monkeys'. Rather an intelligent and highly relevant band name, as millions of us would agree. Especially considering the resurgence of the 60/70's mod/rocker styling and content of the records by the band, depicting British working class life, before they evolved into their newer more decadent casino sound. Class songwriters on all levels