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MPW Podcast

A podcast to help empower women to learn about music production, audio engineering, and the general music industry. Each episode is a discussion between the Founder of Music Production for Women, Xylo Aria, and a renowned expert on the topic of the day. Feel inspired and learn how to take your first steps into the music industry by hearing the stories of the guests and their various journeys. The MPW podcast aims to give musicians of today enough starting knowledge without feeling too daunted or

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50. Growing on The Gram

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2022/02/24

Ever wondered how some people grow their social media so effortlessly while you're struggling to find your followers? Social Media expert and music producer Seids shares with us her tips and tricks that worked so well for her, that everyone can use to grow their own social media accounts! Follow Seids on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seids_/ Follow Seids on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seids?lang=en Become a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership

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00:57:41

49. Becoming a Trailblazer in Trailer Music

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2022/02/10

Have you ever wondered who makes the music in film trailers and how one goes about getting these jobs? In this episode Xylo chats with trailer music expert Richard Schrieber on how he built his career in this field, honed his skill and is helping others to also land placements! You can learn more about Richard Schrieber here: https://www.richardschrieber.com/ Become a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW:

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00:42:57

48. Legal pitfalls for musicians and ladders out of them

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2022/01/27

There is a lot that musicians are expected to know with relation to music law such as details around song splits, music royalties, management contracts and so much more which can result in getting into a legal pickle that can be tough to get out of. This is why Netherlands based music lawyer, Bindu De Knock has written a reference book for musicians to be able to learn and navigate these pitfalls and equip themselves to get the best possible outcome to sustain their music business. Follow Bindu De

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00:53:34

47. Fixing and Mixing your Drums

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2022/01/13

Ever wondered how to get a great mix for your drums? In this episode, award-winning mixing engineer Neenah goes through her process from start to finish and how to overcome certain pitfalls that producers often face. Follow Neenah: https://www.instagram.com/neenahmixedit/ Join MPW's free one-day Master Your Music event to learn about Mixing and more here: http://musicproductionforwomen.com/master-your-music

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00:51:25

46. Producin' Properly Poppin' Vocals

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2021/12/30

Vocal production has recently become an art in itself and a secret sauce of getting vocals performed well and full of emotion in pop music today. In this episode, host Xylo Aria chats to Grammy-nominated vocal producer Simone Torres about her process and what to think about to get great vocals. Follow Simone Torres: https://www.instagram.com/iamsimonetorres/ Join MPW's free one-day Master Your Music event to learn about Vocal Production and more here:

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45. Monitors, the audio ones

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2021/12/16

Have you gone shopping for a pair of studio monitors and been wondering where to start with all the options, from near-field to far-field to ported or unported? In this episode Xylo chats to Danny Greet, a product specialist at Yamaha on all the different things to consider when purchasing a pair of monitors for your setup whether that's a large studio or a smaller home set up. You will need an audio interface to plug your monitors into and Stienberg have an excellent entry option for you in the

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00:47:34

44. Getting Press - A Journalist's Perspective

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2021/12/02

If you're an independent artist, chances are that you are also your own PR manager. In this episode, Xylo Aria chats with the Managing Editor of The Brag Media, Poppy Reid on the best ways for an artist to pitch their music to journalists and also what to avoid. So have a listen before you go out to press for your next release to improve your chances of success! Follow Poppy Reid: https://www.instagram.com/heypoppyreid/ Become a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn

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00:56:11

43. Is Artificial Intelligence in mastering a good...

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2021/11/18

Artificial Intelligence is becoming a bigger part of lives in a number of fields including music creation. In the field of mastering, artificial intelligence can be used in multiple ways but maybe not everyone sees it as a good thing! In this episode, Xylo chats with expert mastering engineer Jonathan Wyner on his take on the topic, how new advances in technology will impact engineers going forward, and how to prepare for it. Follow Jonathan Wyner: https://www.instagram.com/jonathan_wyner/ Become a

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00:51:54

42. How to build your network

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2021/11/04

In a day where you really don't need other people to make music, musicians can often get stuck in the trap of making the creation and releasing of music a very solitary process. Industry professionals however will often tell you that there could not have gotten to where they are today without investing in building and nurturing a network around them. In this episode, Xylo chat to platinum selling producer, Jeremy "Backpack" Miller about his advice on this topic and how he went about

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41. Misogyny in Music - Why does it exist?

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2021/10/21

Ever wondered why the imbalances in power in the music industry seem to be so severe compared to other industries? In this episode, Xylo chats with Dr Jeff Crabtree on his thoughts on this very issue. Together they dig into the causes of misogyny, imbalances of power, specific case studies and potential ways in which we can together make improvements in the industry. The discussion is largely in reference to his study "Tunesmiths and Toxicity: Workplace Harassment in the contemporary music

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00:44:15

40. Music Royalties - Catch 'em All!

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2021/10/07

If you find the topic of music copyright, royalties, and song-splits extremely confusing, you're not alone! In this episode Xylo chats to music royalties expert and Head of Creative & Partnerships at Songtrust to demystify the different types of royalties, who is entitled to them and how to make sure that you collect everything you're entitled to as a songwriter, performer and a producer. Follow Songtrust: https://www.instagram.com/songtrust/ We would recommend that you have a look at

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00:48:40

39. Jumping the mental, musical hurdles

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2021/09/23

There are LOADS of mental strains that creatives, especially musicians, deal with such as perfectionism, fear of failure, comparison to others, imposter syndrome and more. In this episode Xylo chats with Ariane Paras from Olympia coaching on each of these topics and ways to keep ahead or overcome them. Follow Ariane Paras & Olympia Coaching: https://www.instagram.com/olympiacoaching/ Become a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW:

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00:51:17

38. The Perfect Home Studio

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2021/09/09

Want to know what you need to create a home studio setup that inspires you with consideration of budget, space and longevity? In this episode, Xylo Aria chats to Ableton Certified trainer Dan Giffin on what you need to create a great home studio set up depending on your needs and what you are trying to achieve. They go through gear recommendations, things to consider when choosing gear and a few tips and tricks on how to get a good sound in a small space Get 30% off the first year's subscription for

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00:47:23

37. Being an all rounder

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2021/08/26

Being a musician often means being able to pivot and finding a way to make what you love, work for you. In this episode Xylo chats to Nina Las Vegas who has worn multiple hats over the last few years from radio present to DJ, to artist, to music label owner. Nina talks about how to manage all these aspects of music and some tips on ways to keep moving forward. Follow Nina Las Vegas: https://www.instagram.com/ninalasvegas/ Become a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn

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00:49:33

36. Re-recording engineering, what is it?

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2021/08/12

Have you ever heard of re-recording engineering? In this episode, Xylo chats with experienced re-recording engineer Sherry Klein who has worked on shows such as Arrested Development, Sons of Anarchy, Burn Notice etc. on her job, how she got involved in her post-production role and tips for people looking to work in this field. Become a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/free-trial

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35. K-Pop. Full Stop.

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2021/07/29

In this episode, host Xylo Aria uncovers the fascinating story of a UK based song-writer Charlotte Wilson and how she began writing for the biggest K-Pop artists in the world sick as ITZY, EXO, Khang Daniel and Astro. Become a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/free-trial

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00:37:41

34. Music Editing - What is it?

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2021/07/15

What does a music editor for film do exactly? Great question! In this episode, Xylo Aria chats to Emmy nominated Music Editor Poppy Kavanaugh on the job of a music editor, what is involved and how to get into it if you're starting out. Get 30% off the first year's subscription for Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/mpw Support us by becoming a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to produce music with MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/free-trial32736265

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00:48:44

33. Finding your Sound!

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2021/07/01

Transitioning from a career in other parts of the music industry into music production can be daunting and feel like starting from scratch. In this episode, Xylo chats to Songwriter, Jazz Pianist and Music Producer Hannah V about her journey from being a world-touring jazz pianist for pop artists such as Rihannah, Jessie J, Jay Sean and more, to a music producer who has now worked with artists such as Stormzy and JP Cooper. Hannah gives some great insights on some habits of high-performing

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00:51:35

32. Mixing - a Producer's Perspective

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2021/06/10

The lines between mixing and production seem to get more and more blurred of late. In this episode, Xylo invites producer and mixer Charlie Andrew to chat through his process of mixing his own productions and what he looks out for. Follow Charlie Andrew: https://www.instagram.com/charlie.andrew.12/ Check out the newly released Infiltrator Plugin by Devious machines through which you can turn a simple sound into something with more depth, texture and movement:

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31. How to become a Studio Runner

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2021/05/27

The entry point into a music studio for producers and engineers can often be through the job of a studio runner. In this episode, Xylo chats with assistant engineer Ramera Abraham about her time as a runner at the world-renowned Metropilos Studios, and they cover applying for running positions, how to prepare for them, succeed in them, and a few other bits and pieces! Ramera Abraham: https://www.instagram.com/rameraaa/ Become a member of MPW: https://musicproductionforwomen.com/membership Learn to

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