Music Artist: The Vision and Decisions

In this episode, we sit down with mastering engineer Duncan Ferguson of The Voltage Exchange. We dive into what mastering really involves and share practical advice for artists and engineers on how to improve their songs before they reach the mastering stage. Duncan also breaks down how he got into cutting for vinyl records and explains how vinyl mastering differs from mastering for streaming platforms. Find Duncan at: https://thevoltageexchange.com Find Eric & Tyler at: https://ma6io.com Subscribe for more episodes.

In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of a song we worked on called “Fool For You” by artist Trelle. Eric breaks down his approach to producing the track and shares what was going through his mind during the creative process. We also touch on the recording and mixing stages to give a full picture of how the song came together. This episode kicks off a series we plan to continue, aimed at giving listeners inspiration and insights they can apply to their own music. We hope you enjoy it and find it helpful! "Fool For You" - Trelle: Spotify Apple Music Find Eric & Tyler at:  ma6io.com Subscribe for more episodes!

Music marketing can feel overwhelming—where do you even begin? What should you prioritize? In this episode, we break down the foundational steps and essential basics you need to kickstart your marketing efforts. If you're serious about building a career as an artist, don't overlook this crucial aspect—it's just as important as creating that legendary track! If you’re looking for more personalized assistance as mentioned in the podcast, feel free to reach out with any questions about your music or marketing through our website: Ma6io.com

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Dave Tough—a powerhouse producer, multi-instrumentalist, sync music expert, and Belmont University professor. In this episode, Dr. Tough shares invaluable advice for songwriters and artists, covering everything from song structure to building a sustainable music career. Packed with industry insights and real-world experience, this is a must-listen for anyone passionate about music. Don’t miss the chance to learn from one of the best! Dr. Dave Tough: davetough.com Ma6io: Ma6io.com

As a music artist, you should view your music as a business too. Become organized and widen your revenue stream so you can make a living creating music!   In part 2 of the music business episodes, our guest Tre Houston discusses releasing music, getting into sync licensing, and more!    Subscribe for more monthly episodes!   You can find Tre at: https://www.themusicallyconnected.com/ http://trecd.com/   Find Eric and Tyler at: https://www.Ma6io.com

Have you decided to take the next step in your musical career and really dig into the business side of things? If not, maybe you should! You could be leaving money on the table by not starting early.  In part 1 of the music business episodes, our guest Tre Houston discusses everything from contracts, splits, royalties, and more. He helps make things seem more manageable and gives some great advice for all artists whether you are new or have been in the music game for a while.    Subscribe for more monthly episodes and stay tuned for part 2!   You can find Tre at: https://www.themusicallyconnected.com/ http://trecd.com/

In this our guest Amanda Earhart helps us navigate the complex world of singing. We get some great tips on how to approach studio sessions, ear training, and more! If you are struggling with your own singing, this might be a good intro episode for you.  You can find more about Amanda at: Amandaearhart.com aevstudios.com   Subscribe for more monthly episodes!

How much basic music theory do you need to know to become a great recording artist? What musical terms might be useful to know in the studio or when working with a producer? In this episode we touch on those topics and more. We hope it will help you progress as an artist and make communication in the studio easier.  Subscribe for more monthly episodes!

Creating music tends to come with all sorts of emotional problems. Fears, Insecurities and Egos are some of the more prominent issues. In this episode, we discuss how these problems can manifest themselves and what you can do as an artist to deal with them.  Subscribe for more monthly episodes!    

After you finish producing, recording, mixing and mastering a song what comes next? How are you supposed to release it for people to hear?  In this episode we describe the next steps in the process of releasing your music! There are some important details you don't want to miss. We also discuss the mindset you need to have when entering this stage of your music career. Subscribe for more monthly episodes!