Episodes

  • Katy McIlvaine on Music Supervision: Creative Processes, Copyright Hurdles, & Indie Artist Advocacy
    Oct 24 2024

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    ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

    Charles Levan interviews music supervisor Katy McIlvaine to discuss her journey into music supervision and the creative process behind selecting music for film. They dive into the complexities of music clearance, especially when it comes to older songs, and the importance of authenticity in storytelling.

    Katy shares her passion for advocating for independent artists, particularly BIPOC and AAPI creators, and emphasizes how essential it is to support underrepresented voices in the music industry. She also provides insight into the challenges independent artists face in today’s competitive landscape. Katy highlights the importance of spotting sessions for finding the perfect music for each scene, revealing how the final soundtrack often evolves from the initial script. She talks about her current projects, including Christmas films, and offers practical advice for aspiring music supervisors. The conversation also touches on how Katy manages the influx of music pitches, her love for the detective work behind music supervision, and the role of organization in handling the clearance process.

    Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment, LLC
    This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2024

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    47 mins
  • EP.42:Behind the Sync: LA Music Supervisors Share Their Journeys, Challenges, & AI Insights
    Oct 2 2024

    Ep.42: Behind the Sync: LA Music Supervisors Share Their Journeys, Challenges, & AI Insights

    Charles sits down with three top LA music supervisors—Lava Hong, Deric Berberabe, and Allyson Aranez—for an inside look at breaking into the world of music supervision. Discover their inspiring career journeys, the power of mentorship, and how they tackle the challenges of licensing music for TV, film, and more. Get insights on the future of AI in music supervision, learn about key networking tips within the AAPI community, and hear expert advice for anyone looking to thrive in the industry. Whether you're an aspiring music supervisor or just curious about the sync world, this episode is packed with valuable tips and real-world wisdom

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    🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

    Music: "Flying Tigers" from Magic Tiger,

    Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment, LLC

    This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2024

    #musiclicensing #musicindustry #synceducation #syncagent #indieartists

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    37 mins
  • S2: E11 Linda Ferrando on Sync Trends, Industry Evolution, and Indie Artist Tips
    Jul 19 2024

    S2: E11 Linda Ferrando on Sync Trends, Industry Evolution, and Indie Artist Tips

    🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff

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    📸 Instagram: @‌bluebuddhaent @‌syncriffs

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    In this episode, Linda Ferrando of LTF Entertainment Group shares the story of building Atlantic Records' sync department from the ground up in the 90s. She discusses the evolution of sync in the music industry, her work with Apple, and trends in sync related to brand identity. Linda reflects on her start in the industry, handling touring, video promotion, and sync licensing. She highlights the need for adaptability in the ever-changing music business and offers valuable advice for independent artists on building a strong fan base through social media and live performances. The episode wraps up with insights on songwriting, popularity, and teamwork in the music industry.

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    🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

    Music: "Flying Tigers" from Magic Tiger

    Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment

    This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2024

    #musiclicensing #musicindustry #synceducation #syncagent #indieartist

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    54 mins
  • S2:E10 Hot Topics in Music: AI Music Trends, Sync Income Strategies, & Branding Tips for Indie Artists - P2
    Jul 1 2024

    Hot Topics in Music: AI Music Trends, Sync Income Strategies, & Branding Tips for Indie Artists - P2

    🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff

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    CONTACT US:

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    🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/

    📸 Instagram: @‌bluebuddhaent @‌syncriffs

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    Charles and Chase discuss various hot topics currently impacting the music industry. They touch on the importance of crafting one’s brand identity and avoiding songs that sound “too on the nose” when it comes to pitching for sync.

    They also explore the trends and current uses of A.I. generated music and the challenges it presents in terms of copyright ownership and also the opportunity for artists to thrive while making authentic music.

    They then discuss the role of publishing administration in helping indie artists collect all and any forms of streaming income generated from Syncs, Downloads, and Streaming income. They also discuss the challenges of promoting one’s music on the DSP’s and strategies for marketing songs to leverage sync placements and or editorials.

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    🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

    Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment

    This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2024

    #musiclicensing #musicindustry #synceducation #syncagent #indieartists

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    30 mins
  • S2:E9 Hot Topics in Music: AI Music Trends, Sync Income Strategies, & Branding Tips for Indie Artists
    Jun 21 2024

    S2:E9
    Hot Topics in Music: AI Music Trends, Sync Income Strategies, & Branding Tips for Indie Artists (part 1)

    🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff

    🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy:

    https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy

    🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here:

    https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts

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    CONTACT US:

    📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com

    🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/

    📸 Instagram: @‌bluebuddhaent @‌syncriffs

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    Charles and Chase discuss various hot topics currently impacting the music industry. They touch on the importance of crafting one’s brand identity and avoiding songs that sound “too on the nose” when it comes to pitching for sync.

    They also explore the trends and current uses of A.I. generated music and the challenges it presents in terms of copyright ownership and also the opportunity for artists to thrive while making authentic music.

    They then discuss the role of publishing administration in helping indie artists collect all and any forms of streaming income generated from Syncs, Downloads, and Streaming income. They also discuss the challenges of promoting one’s music on the DSP’s and strategies for marketing songs to leverage sync placements and or editorials.

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    🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

    Music: "Flying Tigers" from Magic Tiger

    Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment

    This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2023

    #musiclicensing #musicindustry #synceducation #syncagent #indieartists

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    30 mins
  • S2:E8 Indie Singer-Songwriter Marelle: Journey, Inspirations, and Music Insights
    Jun 14 2024

    S2: E8 Indie Singer-Songwriter Marelle: Journey, Inspirations, and Music Insights

    🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45...

    🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy:

    https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/s...

    🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here:

    https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEnt...

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    CONTACT US:

    📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com

    🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/

    📸 Instagram: @‌bluebuddhaent @‌syncriffs

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    Charles interviews singer songwriter Marelle and producer Kevin Selmer. They chat about the influences and creative process behind Marelle’s new e.p as well as her live performances and her most recent video “Alone.” They also share their most current and favorite artists that they are listening to and the importance of building your community.

    Takeaways:

    🌟Marelle’s new EP, featuring songs influenced by artists like Mac Ayres, SZA, and Summer Walker, will be released on April 14th.

    🌟Morrell and Kevin Selmer collaborated on the production of the EP, creating a seamless and enjoyable writing process.

    🌟Morrell has performed live with a band and is planning a special release show for the EP.

    🌟Kevin Selmer recommends checking out artist Charlie Powers for his unique alternative R&B and hyperpop sound.

    🌟Building an email list is an important backup plan for connecting with fans if social media platforms were to disappear.

    More about Marelle here: https://www.instagram.com/marellemusic/

    More about Kevin Celmer here: https://www.instagram.com/celmermusic/

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    🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

    Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment

    This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2023

    #musiclicensing #musicindustry #synceducation #syncagent #indieartists

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    37 mins
  • S2:E7 Producer Dom Brady & Hip Hop Artist Nor Kin4Life
    Jun 7 2024

    S2:E7: Producer Dom Brady & Hip Hop Artist Nor Kin4Life

    🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff

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    🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/

    📸 Instagram: @‌bluebuddhaent @‌syncriffs

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    ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

    Charles interviews Hip Hop Artist and Emcee Nor Kin4Life and producer Dom Brady and some of their recent work together. They discuss Nor’s influences in hip hop, her collaboration with Dom Brady and their latest tracks including ‘Space Rocket Remix’ and the song ‘Renegade’. They also talk about the recording and production process and the ability to collaborate remotely.

    Nor Kin4life and Dom Brady discuss the importance of the hook in a given song. They talk about how the first line of their song 'Cherry lipstick, expensive perfume’, became the hook and drew listeners in. They also discuss the influence of artists like Prince and Jay-Z on the song’s style and lyrics.

    Dom Brady shares his experience as a producer and the need to push through when inspiration might be lacking. They also touch on the evolution of hip hop and its influences on other genres.

    Chapters

    0:00 Introductions and Background

    1:45 Nor Kin4Life’s music and early beginnings

    2:15 The Early Days of Hip Hop In Mt. Vernon New York

    2:45 Old School Hip Hop and influences

    3:38 Freestyle Ciphers

    4:30 Nor Kin4Life’s rapping style

    4:53 Nor Kin4Life’s approach to rapping and production

    5:18 Dom Brady’s Production approach

    6:14 The Space Rocket Remix: Showcasing Diversity of Hip Hop

    6:55 Dom Brady and linking up with Nor Kin4Life

    7:30 The Space Rocket cut and bringing on Nor Kin4Life

    9:30 The Challenges & Rewards of Remote Music Production

    11:35 Nor’s Multi-talented Facets as an artist

    15:23 Future Collabs and Visual Projects

    24:34 The Power of the Hook

    26:32 Drawing in Listeners with the Beat

    27:38 The influence of Prince and Jay-Z

    30:24 The Enduring Appeal of “Renegade”

    38:26 Influences on the Song’s Style + Lyrics

    39:24 Consistency and Avoiding Comparison

    41:48 The importance of Consistency

    44:28 Pushing Through and Finding Inspiration

    44:46 Embracing Failure and learning from your mistakes

    More about NorKin4Life: @nor_kin4life

    More about DomBrady: dom_brady1/

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    🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

    Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment

    #musiclicensing #musicindustry #synceducation #syncagent #indieartists

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    44 mins
  • S2: E6 Interview with Angela Leus, SVP of Universal Films
    Jun 1 2024

    S2: E6 Interview with Angela Leus, SVP of Universal Films

    🎵 First Step For Sync? Get Your Music Meta-Data Done Right! - Grab your FREE guide on how to do this here: https://mailchi.mp/839e030188ce/9mc45541ff

    🎧 Sign up for our Sync Like A Pro Academy:

    https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/sync-like-a-pro%3A-academy

    🔊 Join, create and connect with our indie music community here:

    https://www.patreon.com/BlueBuddhaEntertainmentSyncCohorts

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    CONTACT US:

    📨 Email: bluebuddha909@gmail.com

    🔵 Blue Buddha Website: https://bluebuddhaentertainment.com/

    📸 Instagram: @‌bluebuddhaent @‌syncriffs

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    ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

    Charles interviews Angela Leus, SVP from Universal Films, about the state of the industry and the importance of diversity in storytelling.

    Angela discusses how Universal has been committed to diversity for a long time, with diverse leadership on a wide range of projects. She also talks about her role as SVP and the different aspects of her job, from working with composers & songwriters to overseeing the music in films & various franchises. Angela also shares her thoughts on the impact of artificial intelligence in the industry and offers advice for those starting out in the entertainment industry.

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    🎙️ SyncRiffs is a weekly podcast where we discuss sync placements in multimedia (TV/Film/Advertising, etc.), the music industry, pop culture and everything in between including exclusive interviews with musical artists, composers, agents, and music supervisors where we riff about syncs and the state of the music industry. Subscribe to the channel for future episodes.

    Music: "Flying Tigers" from Magic Tiger

    Podcast produced by Blue Buddha Entertainment

    This content is for educational purposes. We encourage others to conduct proper research, and if needed, consult an attorney for any legal advice regarding music licensing. (c) (p) 2023


    #musiclicensing #musicindustry #synceducation #syncagent #indieartists

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    38 mins