I had two of my football songs picked up by the Carolina Panthers a few years back. That was exciting! They played them for the last 5 or 6 games of the season. I have a brand new hockey song that I’m trying to get picked up.
That is great. I'm happy you got a placement. I've been doing sync licensing for over 10 years with music on Love and Hip Hop, Catfish, and even a Superbowl commercial. I hope you continue and find more placements. It's a long game strategy but it's worth it.
No stories about placements, but I could not be happier for you. Your dedication to your craft makes you one of my art heroes, and watching you start to gain the recognition you deserve has been a bright spot in some dark times.
the next step after "working for free" is to pay for your music to be placed. Music libraries pay authors less and less. They stop paying for synchronization. They take part of the author's share. And there are always composers who are happy to work under such conditions.
There are so many levels at being a music producer. It's inspirational seeing you at such a professional level, being recognized for your talented, musical ears. Blessings Always 🌈
Big congratulations on the NFL sync license songs, Sarah! 🙌. As you said earlier in the video, if it wasn’t you, the NFL production people would have found someone else. Destiny! Wishing you more success!
I'm super proud of your efforts it just seems right now that it's easy to take splice samples and do s*** that I did on a PlayStation music generator 20 years ago and now it's easy to get that on commercials but what about us people that write with real instruments and are scared that our stuff will just get heard and then gave to somebody else
👏🏽Congrats on the sync placements Sarah! I don't have any sync placements yet, but I was curious about how that worked out with you on the business side. Usually PRO's are involved (at least on the backend), but I know you mentioned the Gratis License, which may negate the rest of my comment(s). Are you still apart of Epidemic Sounds? When I applied a few years ago, they mentioned the conflict of having a PRO, which is why I was trying to understand how that all worked out (if you're able to share). Either way, congrats on the work you've done thus far. Much continued success throughout your journey. Bless🙏🏽...
Thanks fam! I appreciate the love! I am still working with Epidemic Sound. That is correct about the PRO. It’s a bit complicated to explain but I understand and I intend to work with a PRO at some point but I am building my catalog and collecting data in the time being.
this was dope. ultimately building up a great portfolio can be way more beneficial then "getting to the bag". im assuming its no money on the backend either ( especially since its only airing that one time 4 the most part). in the end, if u can still use the song in whatever capacity u want still, its not bad at the end of the day congrats sis. Also, i was wondering have u ever did anything like video game music wise (app game, console, ect)??
first off, CONGRATULATIONS! it's great to see your journey, thank you for sharing. when you submitted your music for sync, did you use samples at all, or were they all original compositions?
Salute for sharing ur added value info.... one question though ...where can i get briefs from? it has been a while searching for trustworthy connection (",) Thank You
I will never get my music away for free because really no matter who uses it if they weren't willing to pay for it then it means that they thought it was worthless. And Sarah I can tell you your music is definitely not worthless!!! And by the way I just listened to your full mixtape that you put on TH-cam music just a few minutes ago. Fire flames. Loved the atmosphere and art work and music of course. Great job!!!
Everyone’s vision of value or worth is different. As I stated before, it’s not your music, it’s gods, and it’s your responsibility to get it heard to as many people as possible verse it sitting on my hard drive where it makes no impact in anyone’s life. Additionally, you don’t know what happened to the music when you release it. I own the music. Which means I get the opportunity to license the music forever, receive royalties from the master AND composition PLUSSSSSS these documentaries will prolly win an Emmy Next year. So just imagine that you own a song, that gets placed on a network that is way bigger than you can even pay for 😳, you get a backend check and to say your music was in an Emmy award sports documentary verse just have an ego and say it’s worthless…go for it.
@@Sarah2ill It's not that I don't feel what your saying it's just that if we all stick together and don't give our stuff away for free then they won't expect it for free. And I've been subscribed from the beginning. I just think it's a shame that an organization like the NFL can't pay for music that they use the latest view it as a worthless commodity that they can get anywhere if you don't do it they'll just get somebody else but if we all stick together they can't get it anywhere else. I just think it would be better to put that you turn down multiple offers from the NFL because they didn't want to pay for it but I still wanted it!!! 😂
@@Sarah2ill I get it obviously I have offended you. Hope you win an Emmy!!! Just remember that God gave you the talent to make the music because you're not worthless the reason the talent is given is not just to get out to the people so that it can have an impact but it's also to put bread on the chosen persons table. I almost found it offensive that you say it's God's music so you give it away for free God's music's not worthless. I understand you're trying to plant seeds but as it says in the sermon of the talents it definitely matters where you plant them! That's why the model is moving to having a website and selling your music exclusively there where it's not on these platforms that are ripping you off. That's why I'm going direct to consumer. Pharrell Williams Kanye myself we all believe it's God's music as well but we also believe that you got to pay for God's music to feed the family and to keep making more music. It's hard to make music if you're broke 😆😆😆😂😂😂
@@Sarah2ill and in addition to this you said that you signed an agreement say that that you were giving it away and that you would never get any royalties from it. That's what those agreements are for and truth be told the college is probably getting paid by the NFL and then they're getting you guys to give your music away for free and saying oh wow this is a great huge opportunity. What good is it to have a song on an Emmy award-winning show are documentary if when people ask you how much did you get paid for that and you have to say oh nothing I just gave it to em. Everybody's going to be like huh
Steve Sabal’s Dad was NFL royalty (NFL Films) I kept hearing music similar to mine but then learned it was all licensed to Sabal’s production company. Seems like he has a lock down w NFL
When you say you did it for free did you sign an agreement to get back end royalties? Yes with sync licensing you make a lot of music for free. The deal is you collect the writers share of the recording on the back end when your music airs on tv. I hope you're in a PRO (Performance Rights Organization). They collect royalties for artists. If the video is played on tv they are legally responsible for paying you royalties. You didn't mention a separate publishing company so I assume you are your own publisher. In that case you are owed the Publisher share (50%) and the Writers share (50%) split among everyone who produced and wrote on the track.
I do not discuss the details of my PRO situation because it’s a bit complicated but I understand it for myself and know exactly what you are talking about and you are correct!
That's Great, BUT The NFL Is A Multi Multi Billion Dollar Entity, You Should ABSOLUTELY Be Paid For Your Work, The Placement And Resume' Opportunity Is Great, But Trust And Believe That EVERYONE Else Involved In Those Projects Has Been And Will Be FINANCIALLY Compensated...!! Business Is Business...!!!🤔🤷🏾♂️🤔🤷🏾♂️
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Do you have any sync placements yet? If so, tell me about your experience!
I had two of my football songs picked up by the Carolina Panthers a few years back. That was exciting! They played them for the last 5 or 6 games of the season.
I have a brand new hockey song that I’m trying to get picked up.
That’s what’s up fam! Thank You for sharing!!!
Yes…speaking it into existence
Yep. 🥹
That is great. I'm happy you got a placement.
I've been doing sync licensing for over 10 years with music on Love and Hip Hop, Catfish, and even a Superbowl commercial.
I hope you continue and find more placements. It's a long game strategy but it's worth it.
That’s what’s up fam! I’m sure we all have heard your music. Thank You for your service!!! Are you apart of any sync groups of organizations?
No stories about placements, but I could not be happier for you. Your dedication to your craft makes you one of my art heroes, and watching you start to gain the recognition you deserve has been a bright spot in some dark times.
Ayyy Thank You so much for the love and support fam! I really appreciate it!!!!
That's really cool Sarah! Congrats on getting your music placed in a documentary! 👍🏽
Thanks so much!!
the next step after "working for free" is to pay for your music to be placed. Music libraries pay authors less and less. They stop paying for synchronization. They take part of the author's share. And there are always composers who are happy to work under such conditions.
Very inspirational & informative ty for sharing, keep pushin tht bar up!
There are so many levels at being a music producer. It's inspirational seeing you at such a professional level, being recognized for your talented, musical ears. Blessings Always 🌈
"Keep Pushin" and "Free" are both nice tracks. I'm happy for you and rooting for you!
Thanks for listening!
Big congratulations on the NFL sync license songs, Sarah! 🙌. As you said earlier in the video, if it wasn’t you, the NFL production people would have found someone else. Destiny! Wishing you more success!
Exactly! Thank You fam!
So proud of you!!!!
Thank You!!!
This reminds me of the Will.I.Am interview on Big Boy radio. The way he thought outside of the box with music. You definitely remind me of him a lot!
I appreciate that fam! Thank You!
@@Sarah2ill Anytime!
Well done!
Thanks for watching!
Big Congrats young lady. awesome
😎
Congratulations with the fruits of your hardwork, Sarah, whoop whoop 👾
I don’t get to come through often but I stay subscribed. Sliding through to say congratulations!
Thanks for watching!
@@Sarah2ill #Luv
@@Sarah2ill #Luv
I'm always so excited and proud when I hear one of your songs played in someone's content
I'm super proud of your efforts it just seems right now that it's easy to take splice samples and do s*** that I did on a PlayStation music generator 20 years ago and now it's easy to get that on commercials but what about us people that write with real instruments and are scared that our stuff will just get heard and then gave to somebody else
Inspiring content. Thanks for sharing the journey !🙏🏾
Ayeee!!! Nice work Sarah!!!
Thanks fam!
Congrats, thank you for the information as well!
Ayy Thank You for watching!
Thanks for all your hard work and transparency. Blessings, peace, joy, love, rest, and strength to you and yours!
Congratulations, run it up!!!
Thanks fam!!!
Wow you are so cool!!! Congratulations!!!
Thank You so much!!!!!
Thanks for sharing your journey!
Love this! Congratulations!!
Congratulations! Keep moving
Congratulations.I’m happy for you.🎉🎉
Thank you so much!!
@@Sarah2ill you are welcome!really enjoy your videos and you got me wanting to make one of those rugs too
I love what you do. Keep up your great work! Greetz from Germany, Olaf
Thank you very much!
Fire video! Congrats on the placement, inspiring
Appreciate it!
Congratulations!! This is amazing! Where would you suggest we look for briefs?
👏🏽Congrats on the sync placements Sarah!
I don't have any sync placements yet, but I was curious about how that worked out with you on the business side. Usually PRO's are involved (at least on the backend), but I know you mentioned the Gratis License, which may negate the rest of my comment(s). Are you still apart of Epidemic Sounds? When I applied a few years ago, they mentioned the conflict of having a PRO, which is why I was trying to understand how that all worked out (if you're able to share).
Either way, congrats on the work you've done thus far. Much continued success throughout your journey. Bless🙏🏽...
Thanks fam! I appreciate the love! I am still working with Epidemic Sound. That is correct about the PRO. It’s a bit complicated to explain but I understand and I intend to work with a PRO at some point but I am building my catalog and collecting data in the time being.
@@Sarah2ill I understand. I appreciate you for sharing. Looking forward to seeing your work come to light...
You are amazing!!
So are you!
YOU ARE NEEDED IN THIS MUSIC INDUSTRY!! Keep inspiring the people like you do for me! A pleasure working with you Sarah as always mayneeee!🫡🫡🚾🅿️
Ayyy Thank You so much Pete!!!
insightful video, and good points about building that portfolio
Thanks for the feedback and watching!
Loved this story! Big Congrats!
This was very inspirational. Thanks for sharing!❤
this was dope. ultimately building up a great portfolio can be way more beneficial then "getting to the bag". im assuming its no money on the backend either ( especially since its only airing that one time 4 the most part). in the end, if u can still use the song in whatever capacity u want still, its not bad at the end of the day congrats sis. Also, i was wondering have u ever did anything like video game music wise (app game, console, ect)??
Thanks fam! Exactly. Both docs were only placed twice for each. Not yet!
This is awesome thanks for sharing your experience very uplifting and aspiring!
Ayyy Thank You for watching!!!
This is mad inspiring and informative. Thank you for these videos💯🙏🙏🙏
first off, CONGRATULATIONS! it's great to see your journey, thank you for sharing. when you submitted your music for sync, did you use samples at all, or were they all original compositions?
Thanks fam! All original compositions. Usually sync requires it to be original
@@Sarah2ill good to know! thank you!
Congratulations 😊
Thank you!! 😊
congrats!
Salute for sharing ur added value info.... one question though ...where can i get briefs from? it has been a while searching for trustworthy connection (",) Thank You
I will never get my music away for free because really no matter who uses it if they weren't willing to pay for it then it means that they thought it was worthless. And Sarah I can tell you your music is definitely not worthless!!! And by the way I just listened to your full mixtape that you put on TH-cam music just a few minutes ago. Fire flames. Loved the atmosphere and art work and music of course. Great job!!!
Everyone’s vision of value or worth is different. As I stated before, it’s not your music, it’s gods, and it’s your responsibility to get it heard to as many people as possible verse it sitting on my hard drive where it makes no impact in anyone’s life. Additionally, you don’t know what happened to the music when you release it. I own the music. Which means I get the opportunity to license the music forever, receive royalties from the master AND composition PLUSSSSSS these documentaries will prolly win an Emmy Next year. So just imagine that you own a song, that gets placed on a network that is way bigger than you can even pay for 😳, you get a backend check and to say your music was in an Emmy award sports documentary verse just have an ego and say it’s worthless…go for it.
Come back this time next year and I’ll show how worthless it was to give them free beats 😅 😂
@@Sarah2ill It's not that I don't feel what your saying it's just that if we all stick together and don't give our stuff away for free then they won't expect it for free. And I've been subscribed from the beginning. I just think it's a shame that an organization like the NFL can't pay for music that they use the latest view it as a worthless commodity that they can get anywhere if you don't do it they'll just get somebody else but if we all stick together they can't get it anywhere else. I just think it would be better to put that you turn down multiple offers from the NFL because they didn't want to pay for it but I still wanted it!!! 😂
@@Sarah2ill I get it obviously I have offended you. Hope you win an Emmy!!! Just remember that God gave you the talent to make the music because you're not worthless the reason the talent is given is not just to get out to the people so that it can have an impact but it's also to put bread on the chosen persons table. I almost found it offensive that you say it's God's music so you give it away for free God's music's not worthless. I understand you're trying to plant seeds but as it says in the sermon of the talents it definitely matters where you plant them! That's why the model is moving to having a website and selling your music exclusively there where it's not on these platforms that are ripping you off. That's why I'm going direct to consumer. Pharrell Williams Kanye myself we all believe it's God's music as well but we also believe that you got to pay for God's music to feed the family and to keep making more music. It's hard to make music if you're broke 😆😆😆😂😂😂
@@Sarah2ill and in addition to this you said that you signed an agreement say that that you were giving it away and that you would never get any royalties from it. That's what those agreements are for and truth be told the college is probably getting paid by the NFL and then they're getting you guys to give your music away for free and saying oh wow this is a great huge opportunity. What good is it to have a song on an Emmy award-winning show are documentary if when people ask you how much did you get paid for that and you have to say oh nothing I just gave it to em. Everybody's going to be like huh
Dope! Since you do a lot of samplings (I think), how are you dealing with sample clearance in the sync/licensing process?
I make all my music from scratch when it comes to dealing with sync licensing.
Love the video!!!!
Thank You for watching!!!
Thank you💪🏾💯
Hmm I wonder if the person who requested “Afrobeat” was thinking of like “fela kuti” the original Afro beat before it became what it is today!
Great information
Glad it was helpful!
Awesome!!!
Steve Sabal’s Dad was NFL royalty (NFL Films) I kept hearing music similar to mine but then learned it was all licensed to Sabal’s production company. Seems like he has a lock down w NFL
New subscriber !!!
Dope video ❤️
so dope!
💯
When you say you did it for free did you sign an agreement to get back end royalties?
Yes with sync licensing you make a lot of music for free. The deal is you collect the writers share of the recording on the back end when your music airs on tv.
I hope you're in a PRO (Performance Rights Organization). They collect royalties for artists.
If the video is played on tv they are legally responsible for paying you royalties.
You didn't mention a separate publishing company so I assume you are your own publisher.
In that case you are owed the Publisher share (50%) and the Writers share (50%) split among everyone who produced and wrote on the track.
I do not discuss the details of my PRO situation because it’s a bit complicated but I understand it for myself and know exactly what you are talking about and you are correct!
Now you can't say you don't know what blowing up is
I suggested you sample your vocals long time ago several times
Sarah's mispronunciation of "Documentary" is really too cute. (Can I say that?)
From the south? I thought you were from Los Angeles.
Yes I’m from North Carolina, it’s literally documented in on their channel fam. Lol. I live in LA
@@Sarah2ill my bad.!! I’ve been subscribed probably since day one somehow I missed that. You look like a California girl though lol
The opportunity was dope for you but I wish you’d got pay for your art
You cute thoe
That's Great, BUT The NFL Is A Multi Multi Billion Dollar Entity, You Should ABSOLUTELY Be Paid For Your Work, The Placement And Resume' Opportunity Is Great, But Trust And Believe That EVERYONE Else Involved In Those Projects Has Been And Will Be FINANCIALLY Compensated...!!
Business Is Business...!!!🤔🤷🏾♂️🤔🤷🏾♂️
Sarah this was definitely inspiring seeing you manifest it just as you said you would! 🫶🏾
Ayyy Thank You for witnessing the moment!!!