2 Secrets To Get Ahead In The Music Industry - TheRecordingRevolution.com

[@velkhvmi6879]

Two gigs this week. One for disabled kids in hospital and the other is local music festival. Thanks for your videos Graham!

[@d.v.5149]

Vel KHVMI You have to move to a city where you can play AT LEAST a gig every day.

[@EpiCreator]

Phil Moufarrege sent me here and I'm grateful for that. These "secrets" are actually social tips that can help your carrier in any field you're focusing on. You should always zoom out and see the big picture of your life, don't focus on this one thing like promoting your cd or getting gigs. Be attentive to your surroundings. Thank you Graham.

[@SimonStreuffViolinEducation]

I kind of disagree. I would say chose carefully the people you serve without any contracts. Of course collaborate with the cool guys, but many managers and influential people in music business count on underpaid musicians who think they build their network when serving them. This rule may apply for workers in Studio etc. but if you are an artist, you should not make any big compromises for others! Sometimes there can be an coexistence and symbiotic relationship, but mostly everyone is on his/her own and in the end the first rule stated here is above it all: Be seen.

[@davidlocke6903]

intelligently put

[@jona5145]

I think that he is talking about the networking part. If you had to choose between you or someone else, the anwser is obvious. But, by putting yourself out there as a likeble person offering help to others, you will stand out compared to all the other artists that are only focused on their own career. Even if you are just pretending.

[@twosaibackbot]

Secret number one: 1:29 Secret number two: 3:31

[@user-wr6vq8ec9v]

he has revenue from watch time afaik, don't do this if you want to support this awesome channel

[@twosaibackbot]

That's true. I watched the whole thing, just wanted to serv others ;)

[@Vermonseidel]

Click on the ads also :) :) helps support him.

[@TONAH]

thanks bro

[@heyheyhey7757]

thanks twosaibackbot

[@north11music]

I keep this video as a reoccurring event in my calendar. I watch this every month to keep myself from becoming prideful. This is humbling advice and I couldn't appreciate the help Graham has given me more!

[@planetcosmo]

work on my online presence and I have been offering this concept in the hair industry for ever with great rewards and applying this to music makes it easy to continue on a path of service. Very positive! Cosmo Easterly here if you need any thing!

[@tomprejean]

That's some of the best advice you've ever given!! I really got a lot off of that!! I'm a big Beatles fan - and have noticed over the years that they had an incredible reputation for being generous and giving during their career. Instead of being hateful and scared of their opposition -- they actually threw parties and did favors for the various bands around them. When the Monkees came to London -- the Beatles had a welcome party for them. Lennon and his first wife Cynthia actually had Mike Nesmith and his wife stay at their house while they were in England. Really good advice, Graham. Nicely done, man!!!

[@earthlyng_official4599]

This week ive reached out to help with potential masters on a friends label, and reached out to another friend to help with their Alzheimer's event. Also locally making note to attend another show in week and a half to get my face back in the scene here. Loved this video Graham. Been watching these for a while, and this is not only super on point, but exactly what I personally needed to hear, cause its exactly what I HAVEN'T been doing. I have been that selfish producer/dj looking to strike my gigs back up, but youre 100% right. No one is gonna do that unless you scratch their back first. Big ups dude!

[@darkstarboy108]

Thank you Graham! So much love for you and all you do! Thank you! So, 1.1 Ask a coffee shop in town if they currently do, or are interested in pursuing live music at their shop. 1.2 go to local church and hand out information to the office about my studio and how i'd like to help local artists make music. 2.1 help my friend who is the worship leader at my church get his studio set up to be able to record. thanks again Graham! much love, sincerely, Matt Aram

[@guitarfreak585]

I do a live Facebook show every other week for my friends and family. I take requests (as much as I'm able to) and play for about an hour and a half. I don't post a PayPal link, and about the only thing I do is let people know about upcoming events and things. They started off slow, but I'm averaging 1000 to 2000 views a week doing it! And taking requests and learning songs that people ask me for REALLY makes them feel special. Not only that, but I am adding SO MUCH to my repertoire, and attendance at shows is rising as well. All it costs me is some of my time. I love your channel! I have learned so much on here that I use all the time!

[@matthewfeder1774]

1. I'm going to post my audio engineering and writing services online in various websites. 2. Going to ask my composition teachers if they need help with their projects. Love the vid!

[@ShallieDragon]

tl;dw: 1) put yourself out there. 2) provide value to others.

[@alexanikin9518]

ShalMusicFX sounds about right

[@samknaak]

Something I'm going to do this week is attend a workshop in LA for music placement and licensing! I'm always trying to help my clients and artists I work with get there music out there in better ways... so the more I know about this, the more I can help them and share the ropes with others. So.. this workshop 1.) I'll be visible to others in the industry 2.) help with my clients passion and careers.

[@azfiu]

Sam Knaak hey Sam, I'm in LA what workshop is this?

[@pdalefaja]

Sam Knaak, I'm also in the LA area. That workshop sounds like a great idea. would you mind sharing that info. Would love meeting a fellow RR head like myself.

[@samknaak]

+Pdalefaja ! Called Synckeepers look up! It's sunday

[@samknaak]

+azfiu Synckeepers look it up! It's Sunday

[@pdalefaja]

Sam Knaak - will do...thanks!

[@dearlittlefoxxx]

1. posting a comment to be seen 2. hey dude i love your vids, i'm a random internet singer but if i could ever do something for you to give you back a little of everything you're teaching me, let me know!! i'd be so glad to, honestly

[@bhaigeniushoon]

similarly, I compose stuff. So if you need anything, i'll be glad to help. And of course, posting this to be seen

[@DHRUVghosh]

Salamat Ali hey bro ,whr do u stay dear?

[@bhaigeniushoon]

tech hub Mumbai

[@DHRUVghosh]

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[@JungGung]

I heard your music.....your good...

[@gdominguez92]

yesterday (really) I finshed my first album as a producer, and Im going to share it to all my friends that love music without thinking about the reviews (I live in a small town, and the band lives here too). also Im traveling to another city and thats a great chance to spread this work meeting some people. Oh, and by the way, thanks to you for the amazing help that you bring yo all of us! greetings from argentina to everybody!

[@Dagopintos]

Man, you always post videos that fit perfectly with my current thoughts or needs. I love that. 1) Releasing a new track after 5 months and like a dozen of unfinished projects 2) There's a neighbor that seems to like hip hop, I'm gonna ask him if the would like to record something, low price or even free. I'm new to town and it would be nice to know someone.

[@Kevocitonakis]

1.) Started last week by meeting you and a bunch of other people at the NAMM Afterparty at Hybrid. This week my friend and I are handing out thumbdrives with our recorded/mixed music to open night mics and bars. 2.) I'm mixing this guy that can't afford to record with any of the studios in the area. I think he sounds great and want to help him along his path. He definitely has potential, so I don't want him to be limited due to poor recordings. Keep it up Graham! - Kevin (aka The King of Monterey - according to Lance)

[@themarine580]

One thing I am going to do to be seen is to start my KZbin channel and change the way I view people around me . To not be on the defensive all the time and to to think more positively . Getting out my apartment on my off days from work and when I have free time would be a good Idea. How I would serve people is to be more courteous than i already am and humble down . Have fun and show people that no matter where they are in life they can enjoy their life .

[@BillyBlaze7]

to be honest I have been playing live for decades, I got national press, played some major events, a lot of local press, music equipment endorsements, I've helped a ton of people (and always enjoyed it and still do it), but after decades of this I am actually less seen, less booked, less everything but I am a better artist. I still believe that a BIG portion of success is either knowing someone hooked up (because I have seen that a LOT of times), or you are just lucky. That being said I do believe that being a good human and an artists that gives back carries it's own rewards, but frankly only to ones self. I gave up on trying to be anything but a guy that continues to be the best I can be with my music, and making it for myself. Yes I am somewhat jaded with the whole music industry, and people in general but that doesn't mean I don't continually try and help other artists in every way I can. I guess it just wasn't for me, it seems people don't care about my music on a large enough scale.

[@StephanBollinger]

Another great video, thank you Graham. As a former professional singer and working for a long time in musical theatre, I can't tell you how important your two "secrets" are. If people don't know you, well, they simply don't know you, and if they don't like you, it doesn't matter how good you are. It sounds cheesy to say "help yourself by helping others", but it is true, good comes to those who do good. Truth is: I've gotten jobs over others who outperformed me, but were less liked. Being a father now, retired from stage 15 years ago, I work as a photographer these days. The rules however are exactly the same. As for "giving", I don't feel it's something we "have to do", it's something we should "enjoy to do". For myself, I have no concrete plan for this week, but my team and I are working on a new weekly youTube show (to be launched sometime later this year), to do exactly that: To help people. Free education, quick and to the point. The "to be seen" part might be an off-product of it, but it is not the motivator. The motivation is to share what I've learned over the years, and simply to share the passion. Long blurb, sorry. Keep the good stuff coming, and - if I can help you in any way, let me know.

[@L.Scott_Music]

Hi Graham. Loren here. It was great to talk to you at Hybrid. Hope I didn't interrupt anything important when I saw you at NAMM. Have your ears stopped ringing? Great advice in this video. I made a bunch of connection and a few friends at NAMM too. Several times I almost walked by someone important to me to meet and I stopped and turned back and stepped up. Just like I did with you. It's a good thing. And yes, offering something is the best way to move forward. Give and you shall receive is what the good word says. It's not religious, it's wisdom. ---One thing to be seen is this post for example. And touching base with those I met at NAMM. Many already gave good responses. Building a network. Been invited to other studios too. And been invited back to NAMM.

[@gobstudios868]

Bro I am a musician and just started off as a producer and this video literally changed my whole mindset on everything that I do as a person from today on, Thank you recordingrevolution ^_^!!

[@e.g.systems6146]

Best advice I've seen this year. (Okay... okay... It's only Jan 23, but I suspect this will hold true for many months to follow!) People who "Network" are only interested in themselves. People who collaborate, get invited back again.

[@fidlplr6536]

Great video Graham, This has totally been my mindset since I started and I'm beginning to see the fruits of my servant attitude. I am first and foremost a professional musician of 20+ years and have been into the home-recording thing since the days of the Tascam 4-track but have recently gotten into engineering and mixing in a big way. I started a small recording business offering the first demo free for all customers. That includes all tracking, mixing and mastering. Well now I'm seeing people respond to my Facebook and Soundcloud pages for my studio and have hired me to produce several projects for them. I'm now getting paid to engineer ! People haven't even asked for the free demo when they contact me, they just like my attitude and approach and are interested in working with someone like that. It's definitely the way to go in the music industry because it's so much more who you know and more importantly who knows and likes you than what you know. I love your videos and have learned and progressed so much because of the knowledge you share, keep up the good work. God Bless

[@fidlplr6536]

Let me know if there is anything I can do or testimonies I can share for you, thanks Graham

[@demodeiowa]

So true n profound. I remember working on records for little to no money just to get my name on material out there as well as mixing and networking at live events building clientele that have heard some of my work n wanted my help on their future records. It is true n very important to put a face to your name and being a giver in this industry when you're starting out. Kudos to u and thanks graham

[@datathug]

1. I'm posting this so I can be seen. (thanks Graham!) 😃 2. I mentor a lot of new young producers and engineers here in my city. Great advice, man. I'm a faithful subscriber. You're the best.

[@AntoineMichaudGuitar]

One thing I'm gonna do this week to be seen is starting my own music blog. Very excited!

[@SoundBoss5150]

I want to say first that this IS great advice, and the importance of serving others to maximize your visibility cannot be understated. As a matter of fact, that's how I had the opportunity to meet you and contribute a little bit to the Creative Live master class. That being said, I've recently found myself becoming more and more reclusive and cynical after spending more than a couple years trying to be the patron saint of my own local music scene; I lugged gear, ran the monitors/foh board, attended rehearsals, band meetings and writing sessions, organized crowdfunding campaigns, and even helped a few of them record their first releases @ some VERY nice studios where I'd earned some free time. ALL pro bono. I understand that people change, bands fall apart, and life sometimes gets in the way, but what really has me unwilling to be philanthropic these days is that every one of those projects fell apart for no other reason than a lack of work ethic. I had no expectations of them to make any reciprocal gestures, but I still value my time, which meant I contributed most to the bands I had the most faith in, and even they at the end of the day decided unilaterally that it wasn't a worthwhile investment of time and energy, and I'm not willing to make anymore sacrifices for people who are just going to lie down a quit. The rest of the artists in our scene either self sustaining and don't need what I have to offer, or they're just casuals doing it for fun who simply don't want it. I currently work an underpaid job @ guitar center teaching music production to teenagers, and while that job is stressful, it feels like a worthwhile endeavor because many of my students are still young and enthusiastic and I have no doubts that some of them will go on to do great things. Beyond that though, I feel like helping others has been a distraction from getting my own projects off the ground, but I constantly wonder whether my feelings are justied or if I'm just being jaded. When I was younger, more optimistic and had fewer bills to pay, I was more inclined toward the idea of being the tide that would raise all ships, but now all I want to do is ignore all the fish in this small pond of a music scene, and focus on building my project til it's the size of a Kaiju and then just blowing everybody else outta the water :-P At a certain point serving others requires you to insert too much of yourself into their lives, and while altruism is a noble quality, trying to make yourself responsible for other peoples success is an exercise in futulity

[@mieleukee832]

Hey graham what grabbed me most in this video was when you spoke to being seen . At shows at naam etc .and how you spoke to that .... I was just telling a friend of mine " you couldn't pay me to go out these days " as I am very introverted and Jadore' my alone time to create / produce / think . I was wondering if you would possibly do a video similar to this talk through of your best practice/ experiences ; both positive and negative on ...planning tour .... examples of conversations with booking managers / festival booking .... on brand venue choices... And right practices in engaging with venues and performance opportunities as they come Also the most effective way to organize a my personal "on brand "tour diy style My main question in Example below are : Scheduling tour Best practice when acting as your own manager and how to organize -Tour venues - out of state trade for trade exposure shows Just really setting and sending your music out on the road for optimal exposure while being inclusive with the people you meet along the way and as you said ... do by doing and having something to offer that's beneficial on all sides . Hope that made some sense ...🙈 I love your tips on online presence and how you push us to be our own brand on our OWN ! Thankyou from the bottom of my heart for providing this sense of community in what has been and as I'm growing to find is sometimes a pretty lonely journey . Xx Miele ukee (mee el ee you kee ;).

[@ryanseanmusicandlove]

hey Graham I gotta say the foundation of my recording mixing and mastering knowledge is built off your videos I'm about to launch my music and a KZbin channel for the first time and hope I can connect with an audience the way you do. it's all substantial and valuable info you share in a way a drummer turned guitarist like me can understand and I do gospel blues/rock so I thought that was cool too. thanks for all you share

[@Angelssins]

1) I make videos of the recording process of bands and singers and post them weekly on my fb page and promoting as much as I can (not very good at this), 2) I am finishing, on this week, mixing a song of a band that I've recorded, I did it for free! I realy like their music!

[@skevbeats]

Just moved back to college and in town there is a Recording studio and an Open Mic all like 15 steps away from my apartment! I'm gonna go to both of those places to be seen and bring other artists with me

[@JosueIsraelMusic]

I'll go to the people I met last week and offer to help them, man, that's a huge piece of advice! Thank God for your life, I was just feeling confused about how to work some things out, and yes if there's anything I can do to help you, count on me! Thanks again for your help!

[@MonsterSlimz]

I'm going to finally post my first instrumental mix tape on SoundCloud. Been scared of what people think but at this point I don't care, I like my music and I think that means other people could appreciate it too! This video was the exact push I needed! Thank you!

[@manowarrior82]

im going to serve a friend of mine helping on a cover song for his bands upcoming record. basically im doing the entire intrumental song because its going to be like a soundtrack and this is my specialty.

[@yuvrajmetrani227]

Thank you Graham for this one. I ll be playing at a live open mic in Bangalore this weekend. Shall post an update once done :) thanks a lot for your valuable words.

[@MatthewYates1]

I appreciate you Graham. I run 2 Label and 2 sub labels 1 Label under each. I make it my business to help my sub-labels because they are from South Africa and they don't get the breaks that we do here in the states. I've been doing this for over 3 years or more. I do need to get out in the scene more. I'm going to get to work on that and be seen more often.

[@kits0607]

Thanks Graham you are the best! I am gunna go to a show at a local club. I will serve the local owner of a music shop in my area! Boom! Finished! Life just got that much better!

[@MerkhVision]

Thank you Graham! Now that I've heard what u said it seems like a no-brainer, but its shocking how easily those ideas can be overlooked. This week I'm gonna go to this venue in my city that often has local artists perform, and see what happens. Hopefully I'll meet some people to collab with and offer my various services to and maybe I'll make some new fans while Im there!

[@joebyrdmusic]

Great tips! I initially viewed your vids to get tips on mixing. But, as a guitarist composer, I've become too comfortable just writing songs and recording at home. I used to gig a lot and played at church, but after moving to LA, I didn't get out as much to meet and network. Thanks for reinforcing something I've been telling myself that I need to step up!

[@andrewkigen]

This Saturday, I'm going to sing at an event in my former university and meet some of the top musicians in Kenya. I'm good at content creation and I know they need that skill so I'm gonna offer it. Thanks for this video!

[@iamtraviswayne]

this video speaks volumes bro. I've been apart of the music industry my whole life and never thought of it this way. I just moved to a new city so I'm going to reach out to the local artists via SoundCloud and see how I can help out. I needed to hear this. keep the videos coming.

[@victorywinning3185]

Hey I'm Victory and this week I'm going to get out the house and attend an open mic and maybe hop up on stage. Also I will seriously service a great peer/mentor of mine. Thank you you Graham man for the awesome advice. Oh shout out to the quietness.

[@MadisonPanno13]

i love these videos so much. they're the survival guide to me growing as an independent artist. please never stop making them.

[@ElenaMylonas]

you are amazing I'm 21 years old and I'm singer and songwriter! you woke me up with this video you answered a lot of questions that i was asking everyday myself! Very good job!!!

[@NaticalaChica]

Thanks for the video Graham. As a singer-songwriter who is taking steps to break into the music industry, this only confirms what I've been told by other people, but in a condensed and easily understandable way. I kept watching clips and pictures from this year's NAMM and I only thought about all the amazingly talented musicians that would be there, apart from the awesome gear too. My goal is to go to NAMM next year! Thank you for the advice!

[@brunopradomusic]

I believe that you can change the name of the channel to: Life Revolution. Love this video. We're so glad to have you as a mentor. Thank you Graham

[@kevin_dasilva]

start making weekly band vlogs about our creative process, our rehearsals, our gigs, etc. I also have been trying my best to meet up more frequently with a specific crowd that is about ten years older than me but have already shown interest in me and have even taken me to play at Sofar Sounds last week! this video has changed my perspective... I am so lucky that after so little time with these people, they liked me enough to think of me first when they were choosing who would fill up a spot that someone had to cancel out of less than a week before the show, but no matter how lucky I am I should start, in some way, insisting that I can help them too (these people do not only work with Sofar) Thank you very much Graham! You seem like the kindest soul of them all, success to us all! :D

[@gerryroberts662]

I really like this.. i was thinking of visiting a local church, to meet with people, and get myself out there. This video gives me hope, when i though i was almost going to give up..

[@CarlosPerdomo]

I don't know if you're aware how much God is using you to bless some of us, Graham. Thank you.

[@jamiejoiner1355]

This is some of the best advice that I have received and retained in a long time! I was sitting here looking up articles and videos on how to grow a successful private guitar studio, trying to soak up has much knowledge I can and apply it but this video right here was a God sent. This is something I have heard most of life but for some reason the way you said it, it just clicked and it makes perfect since! Im not sure who I will ask if I can help them but when the opportunity arises I will be there. Thank You for passing on your knowledge freely! God Bless You!

[@taopagan]

Timely message for me! Thank you. I think visibility-wise maybe I will finally show my face on my own music page - lol! (I tend not to like photographs of myself) - and for service I mainly need to learn my parts better to serve my band mates! Also, I should get some mixes from certain rehearsals and parties to various people so they can finally hear what we sounded like. Thanks again! You have inspired me.

[@BhavyaRecordsOfficial]

Namaste Graham Sir ! I am Bhav from India. I am a learning phase Music producer. Your videos are very helpful. If one I day I become successful , I would definitely meet u wherever u will be.

[@RyzeHendricksTV]

I'm definitely taking this advice man, great advice, I'm gona start serving more

[@robynnc54]

Hey! i am a newbee to your videos and i have to say they are magnetic. I am planning on starting a entertainment business of my own! with your information it gave me simple ways to begin. I love the idea of serving others and being seen. Prior to this video i was going to ask a woman whom i have never met for help! But, now i plan to serve her. She produces music shows and i have been itching to learn her knowledge. Now i will reach out and try to do some volunteering at her shows. I thank you for your information!

[@ianmusicstein]

Great video, It is a philosophy I have tried to live before doing music and while doing music and have had far more negative than positive out of this, where people take advantage, but each time you learn and adapt. I found your video refreshing so much so that I am actually commenting (which I hardly do) and perhaps I should set commenting more as my "be seen" objective. While watching this I was actually thinking of taking a trip to a music store that I support and checking if I can do anything for them. Thanks again for the video!

[@_-JB-_]

Wow, it hurts. But straight after this video I wrote to my ex-classmate whom I admire for last few years for what she's doing. And I asked if I can help her in the upcoming event - open ballet class. Never thought it can be so easy. Thank you.

[@SKYJORDXN]

great video, I've been thinking about your first point for a few weeks now and you just made it all click on how to get further as an artist/engineer

[@PreachaTim]

Man, your channel blesses me to no end!!! Thank you and God bless you for all that you do!!

[@MichaelMaurice]

Instead of lurking in the groups I'm in, I'll engage and share anything I know with someone instead of thinking "he should google it, someone else will tell him instead."

[@FredFlintstoffel]

Hey Graham. From South Africa on this side. Loving your stuff. I am doing some open mic gigs this week to try and be seen. I realized however the performance is a small part. The party after is where people meet you and get to know you. Now as yourself I am introverted. But I just try and get myself into these social gatherings more. Keep up the work, you inspire and motivate.

[@mixdownonline]

You're absolutely right Graham, very good tips!

[@MrBermo1406]

Really agree with he's saying here - you never know who you can meet when you're out there interacting with people and showing your face. As for the second one - This is definitely under looked , For years I ask DJs/Promotors for dj slots and one day I said f*** it Im going to say 'If you need help giving out Flyers/Promo work for your night I can Help" this in turn got me a gig! Great words

[@MsUndastoodBeatz]

I am going to make a online video on my majority on social media outlet and be much more involved in being seen as well as helping people. Connect with many I have meet to ensure if they need any help. Thank you Graham. You are amazing and always provide great insight!

[@songainlover]

Your content is amazing~

[@MannyKangmangRai]

songainlover true

[@timblewickmusic2116]

You are amazing. Thanks for the great information. I play in multiple bands throughout the pacific northwest, but i don't get out enough. Starting tonight, I'm heading to the clubs and just start talking to people. I'm working on my personal cd at the moment, but i am engineering, & producing a local band's first cd. I offered my studio and time for free so that i can help this band get more PNW recognition and strengthen my portfolio. So my question for you is, "What can I do for you?"

[@FacundoTupac]

Thanks for everything Graham. This gave me the idea to make some guitar cover of underground bands around my area. It's a guitar and ear exercise by itself and a great tool to build a win-win relationship with these musicians that might have unknown me before.

[@lytgodzackultra]

Hi I’m a artist, Zack Ultra Your video is very helpful to me because I have music out & new music ready to put out. But the music I have out needs more attention. Like you described yourself, i to am a introvert who needs to be an extrovert. I am getting more opportunities & invites. So what I am going to do different is actually attend this events. I usually only attend events I’m booked to perform, but now I will attend more events. Also I will offer my services as well, i to engineer, mix, master, & do graphic design. Thank you I will probably watch this video several times as motivation

[@daveblairmusic]

1000% True. I always try to explain this to collegues. It has worked for me and I cant remember all the times I helped various collegues and students just for the sake of helping. And I would also say I cant count the number of times others have helped me with advice, a connection, a referral, a fill in gig, etc. its all connected.

[@ColossalView]

Awesome post. I just started working for other bands and artists and I have been providing my production services to them. I'm a recording artist. This video is fantastic and is really encouraging that being helpful is key.

[@danybones4171]

Excelent!! I will make a live session in the radio this week with my band, also we have a gig on saturday near downtown (in Mexico city). I started to help a friend to do some songs of her, I´ll record, mix it and produce it, and I feel glad about it. Thank you so much for your advises, I´m always learning a lot from your tutorials. Cheers from Mexico!!

[@maurizioviera]

Thank you Graham for such valuable insights! A friend of mine who is a professional musician is working on new songs, i've just offered my collaboration, I'm going to mix them in my home studio. Beyond the technical stuff this bonds friends who help each other

[@JakeSusla]

Awesome content. This gave me some great insight. I am just beginning an ambitious journey to become an Audio Engineer with the intent to promote the Portland, Maine music scene. I currently live outside the city but I am moving very soon for the reasons you mentioned. Being thirty minutes outside the city I have still gone to at least one or two local shows a week to talk to artists about what I am aiming to do. With this advice I realize I need to go about it differently, instead of rushing through my plan on how I can help them I just need to say “How can I help you guys, I want to get you more shows and more play time.” Once I plan to be going to shows at least three to four times a week, putting up flyers and really getting my name out there. I have huge hopes for this city and as time progress I hope to start creating a vlog showcasing the scene and demonstrating the talent that there is here. I sincerely thank you for this video, what I need to do to accomplish my goals is much clearer. Maybe Ill see you at NAMM one day.

[@saku666]

1. actually leave my work station and go out side lol 2. help a friend learn how to use sylenth great video super motivating!!

[@RyzeHendricksTV]

Best advice man, keep up the good work

[@RobertaWalters]

Good advice! This week, I'm going to start my songwriting videos for tips on songwriting. Then I'm going to talk to a producer I considered working with, give him a compliment and make myself available to help on any projects he may have in the future. Thanks! I subscribed because this stuff is clean and to the point. Appreciate that much!

[@AaronSteve]

This video was another strong confirmation about to Go out and to be seen and to be actively moving and serving without being self focused but to make a impact !!! Cool keep going!!!

[@trevorwood2118]

This week, I am releasing two albums I've had mostly finished just sitting around and I'm posting then publicly on my facebook, etc. I am going to ask a musician that I know and admire, that I've worked with before on MY projects, and ask them if they have any of their own stuff I could record for them or something. Thanks, Graham!!

[@whoisjonbriggs]

I hit the thumbs up by the five minute mark. Great vid and info Graham! Thanks a lot!!

[@AlphonseHT]

I've seen many of your videos but this is by far my favorite. watched the whole thing. I love how you took the time to say your sentences carefully.

[@joelevo]

Hey Graham! I am going to try and reach out to more artists in the NC area and see if I can serve them in any way, whether that's promoting their music on my social media, or doing some cool covers with them. Thanks for the video!

[@CharliePennellProductions]

These are the type of subtle motivation videos I love from your channel Graham. I've already made a list of personal and business music "to do's" for this week. I will be reaching out to local studios and/or fellow musicians to see how I may be able to assist them. That's my focus this week. Thank you!

[@officialethen]

1) Im going to start releasing more music because I´ve been keeping my music for myself for a long time now... 2) and im going to star helping others with their jobs... like a friend of mine that has a audio visual company!!

[@digitaldaps2787]

Hi Graham, I love your videos, been watching them for a few years now. In response to your question: I am definitely understanding more now the importance of being seen. Recently I have been quite active on instagram (mostly just posting pictures of stuff I like) and figuring out how to use hashtags. People started commenting and following me, now I'm up to about 200 followers. I used this momentum to promote and release a free instrumental tape (I'm a producer) and noticed some good results. Like yourself, I'm not a naturally extroverted person, but I enjoy being around good people and serving others. This week in order to be seen more I will create my first official KZbin video! Thanks Graham for the inspiration.

[@BrianSmith1969]

Yet another great video and topic Graham. Thanks for sharing your great ideas, techniques and advice.

[@philmoufarrege]

Hey Graham, this was very insightful as always and I'd love to see more content like this from you! I've shared your video on my channel and sent my entire audience of singers over to you to show you some love buddy. Let me know how else I can help you. Take care.

[@recordingrevolution]

Thanks so much Phil!

[@theelectricguider683]

Phil Moufarrege yup I'm here because of ur channel.. Nyc informative video BTW.. Also I'm frm india tell me if I can help u in any way like the kind of music that's been getting popular here lately and stuff

[@philmoufarrege]

you are most welcome

[@AnwaarAliOfficial]

Phil Moufarrege Hi Phil, I'm looking for a rapper to collaborate. Would you happen to know one? Thank you.

[@TheTruthIsAbsolute]

Shoutout to Phil!!! Amazing teacher and singer!!!

[@j-new6278]

This week I will be attending NAMM in Nashville TN! Maybe I will see you there. I just moved to Nashville as a songwriter performer. Wish I would have had your advice here last night. I went to the Basement (music venue) to see Remmi and Nawas perform. I saw Remmi after the show and was going to ask her about opening up for her in the future but LIKE YOU JUST SAID, LOL there were already people handing her demo information and asking her those questions. I didn't want to bug her after I saw her go through that. After seeing this video I would have approached her asking if I could hand out flyers for her next show. Which I would enjoy anyway, cause she's dope, haha. To serve someone else this week I will call my buddy Matt who lives here and see if I can help his band out. Recommend this site to people that might need it and try to see who I can be of service to at the NAMM show this Saturday. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THESE VIDEOS. IF I SEE YOU AT NAMM I'LL SAY, HOW MAY I HELP YOU!! Haha, and I could actually maybe help. Check out CROWD MUSIC, it is a new model for the music industry coming out of Nashville. CROWD ACTUALLY PAYS FANS TO PROMOTE MUSIC AND PAYS ARTISTS. I don't know how this might help you, but you seem like a very smart guy and could probably figure something out. Hope to see you at NAMM!! Justin

[@walterwilliams2371]

Graham these are good foundational building blocks for true success! Thanks for the insights because I'm definitely working these principles for audio and really for life!

[@Hamzaesh]

This angle is so symmetrical/comforting. Loved you video

[@chris7664]

Hey Graham i' m Chris and I think your channel is simply amazing. Thank you soo much for it! Sending some love via Phil Moufarrege's channel

[@Suzanne0219]

I’m playing saxophone, I just picked up this instrument for about half year, and still learning from my teacher (he is a very good player and already been few thousand steps ahead, I can feel that my teacher looked up on me as my progress is not bad) ... I seldom tell people that I know, whether it’s friend or colleagues nor doing posting on social media that, I am playing this instrument. I always thought that I have to first be talented and master playing sax ASAP before letting people know that I am playing saxophone. because I felt that I have not master it and just save the shame. But I am meeting my ex-colleague this weekend, I’ll have to tell them that I am playing saxophone, and if they are interested, I can play some songs for them. AND I am going to post something on social media, letting people know that I actually play sax ... 💪🏻💪🏻

[@sandronellroyaltyfreemusic35]

Thank you, man! As it often happens - you see or hear some obvious thing and you're like: Wow! I knew this for my entire life! Why didn't I do anything about it?! Thanks for highlighting these ideas! Subscribed to you! Cool channel! Good luck!

[@ForTheLayman]

I watched a very similar video from a Berkley course on youtube where the guy said basically the exact same thing haha and that video inspired me to learn more on the subject (thats how I found this video). One thing? Tomorrow I made plans to go to an open mic hiphop show. I've been rapping in my basement for years getting nowhere but producing really good music. This advice is so helpful I gaurantee thats why i'm not making it anywhere with my music. Nobody knows me im invisible! Tomorrow im gonna absolutely destroy the mic and meet as many other artists and producers as I can

[@rune288]

great advice graham. you're always spot on. everything always makes sense when you put it to us. thanks man.

[@bradleyjaymes6329]

Graham you are a huge inspiration! I'm currently implementing 30 ways to be seen online/off-line starting this week and looking to help co-songwriter for any of the people on this comment board! Seriously, If you are a musician and you need help songwriting I would love to help!

[@thecart1594]

Wow...Thank you for this Graham..Wow man..You just opened up my eyes..

[@neverdefinedby]

Great advice! I especially like number two. Reminds me of the quote that "nobody has ever gone poor from giving."

[@EfisioCross]

awesome guy for real

[@FreakRevengeAllDay19]

This video is such an inspiration, i literally have been stressing on wether or not to just put myself out there, or to wait but with me being 16, waiting seems like it will run on forever. I did a cover to Jhene Aiko's While We're Young song and this week i am going to post it on youtube along w a video of me singing it! Its time to be seen! Ive learned so much and i just want to show the world. I have a story to tell that will help others just like me. I will dedicate my youtube channel to them 🙏🏾💗🔥

[@JasonDzamba]

Thank you for posting this message Graham. Very wise advice that you can apply to any situation. You're tremendous! My plan is to record more videos and write helpful articles. I'm reaching out to people within my online community to see who I can help.