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The Music Lens Podcast

The Music Lens Podcast

Two friends with mics, talking all things life in the music scene through the lens of independent artists.The Music Lens Podcast is a vital weekly resource and commentary show for current and aspiring independent artists. Join hosts Alex and Katie—both successful indie musicians themselves—as they offer candid, boots-on-the-ground insights into the culture, history, and most importantly, the business that shapes the modern music landscape.Tune in to learn how to navigate the industry:Music Business

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40:18

Guide to Releasing a Single Part 1

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/11/07

Send us a textSo you’ve written a song that you love and you want to release it out into the world. In order for the song to have the best shot at being successful, you're going to need to plan out your release. This week, we're back to bringing you some educational content with a guide to releasing a single as an independent artist.ResourcesCD Baby Release Plan GeneratorHave a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Fac...

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40:33

Musician Horror Stories

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/10/31

Send us a textFor our last episode of Spooky Season, we are reading to you musician horror stories that Alex found on Reddit.Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou can also follow Alex and Katie on all socials at: @alexallegramusic and @katiefeemusic

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47:35

Is Elvis Alive? - Conspiracy Theories

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/10/23

Send us a textFirst of all, we'd like to thank Beyonce. We're keeping the spooky and mysterious vibes going this week with a look into a few music conspiracy theories. Is Elvis alive and well and preaching down in Arkansas? Was Paul McCartney killed in a car crash and replaced in The Beatles? Maybe, maybe not. Listen to our discussion and let us know your thoughts.ResourcesThe WeekTime MagazineHubPagesTime: Paul is DeadThe Strangest Musical Conspiracy TheoriesHave a question, story, or feedba...

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45:01

Music Ghost Stories

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/10/16

Send us a textHappy Spooky Season! We're celebrating by sharing stories of haunted places in Nashville, sightings of the ghosts of musicians, and more. Join us for a frightfully good time.ResourcesBelmont MansionHaunted Ryman AuditoriumRyman Auditorium: Nashville Ghosts6 of Country Music's Spookiest Tales and Creepiest CoincidencesGhosts of Country MusicThe Ghosts of Famous MusiciansJohn Lennon GhostHave a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow...

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57:12

The Artist Inventory: Digital Branding

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/10/10

Send us a textWe're back to our Artist Inventory series with a discussion on what an artist needs to establish their artist brand online. From social media handles to websites, tune in to hear how to get your digital branding as an artist off to a great start.ResourcesDonate to the Red Cross's Hurricane Relief fund hereHave a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou ...

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43:29

Songwriting 103

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/10/02

Send us a textThe third installment of our songwriting series, we're looking at a couple of songwriting books that are great for songwriters to read.Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou can also follow Alex and Katie on all socials at: @alexallegramusic and @katiefeemusic

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43:22

Current Events In The Music Industry September 2024

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/09/25

Send us a textWe're wrapping up the month of September by discussing some current events within the music industry including the VMAs, Miranda Lambert's new album, lawsuits, and CMA nominations.ResourcesMiranda Lambert discussing "Run"BMI Files Rate Court Action Against SiriusXMMiley Cyrus Copyright Lawsuit "Flowers"CMA NominationsHave a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclen...

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42:40

AI In The Music Industry

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/09/11

Send us a textAI is becoming more and more prevalent not only in everyday life, but also in the music industry. We're delving into how AI is revolutionizing music creation and promotion, including the positives and negatives, as well as some legal cases aiming to protect the rights of artists against harmful uses of AI.ResourcesRolling Stone BlogRandy Travis ArticleArtists Submit Letter to AI DevelopersTennessee Becomes First State To Protect Artists Against AIMajor Record Companies Sue Suno,...

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42:18

Artists Are Humans Too - Chappell Roan

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/09/04

Send us a textChappell Roan has recently come forward with a statement to the public about how artists are also humans who deserve to be treated as such. While artists choose to pursue careers that put them in the public eye, that doesn't mean they don't deserve privacy and respect. We're discussing her post as well as putting in our two cents on the topic of humanizing artists.Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikT...

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53:44

Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, and More, Oh My!

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/08/28

Send us a Text Message.This week is a catch up on some of the new music that's come out recently as well as a discussion of how virality (is that a word? It is now) of music can determine the direction an artist's projects take.Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou can also follow Alex and Katie on all socials at: @alexallegramusic and @katiefeemusic

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41:54

How To Tour as an Independent Artist

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/08/23

Send us a Text Message.As an independent artist, you do not have to wait to be invited to open for major artists to go on tour. You can build your own tour from the ground up playing smaller shows of your own! Check out the episode to get a step-by-step guide to DIY touring.Resources:How To Write a Good Booking Inquiry Email - Nashville Tour Stop Podcast episodeHave a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and...

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37:43

Side Hustles as an Independent Artist

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/08/14

Send us a Text Message.The reality of independent artists in today's music industry is that it is tough to have music as their sole income. Many artists work "day jobs" or side hustles in addition to music in order to make ends meet and fund their careers. In this episode, we're discussing some ideas for side hustles you may want to consider while working to make music the full time career that you want it to be. Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodc...

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41:39

Stage Names and The Hollywood Hair Theory

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/07/31

Send us a Text Message.Do you know who Tanner Elle Schneider is? What about Reginald Dwight or Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta? You may not know them by these names, but you probably know their stage names of Elle King, Elton John, and Lady Gaga. Join us for a game of guess who before diving into the Hollywood Hair Theory with us.Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusicl...

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47:22

New Music 2024 Recap Part 4

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/07/24

Send us a Text Message.It's the final part of our first half of 2024 new music recap! Let us know if you enjoyed these episodes and if you have suggestions for new music for us to review for the second half of the year.Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou can also follow Alex and Katie on all socials at: @alexallegramusic and @katiefeemusic

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51:25

New Music 2024 Recap Part 3

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/07/18

Send us a Text Message.In part 3 of our first half of 2024 new music recap, we tackle one of the biggest releases. Join us for discussion about The Tortured Poets Department along with a bunch of other releases.Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou can also follow Alex and Katie on all socials at: @alexallegramusic and @katiefeemusic

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45:53

New Music 2024 Recap Part 2

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/07/10

Send us a Text Message.Part 2 of recapping new music from the first half of 2024! We hope you like this because what was intended to be a two-parter has become its own series.Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou can also follow Alex and Katie on all socials at: @alexallegramusic and @katiefeemusic

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43:01

New Music 2024 Recap Part 1

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/07/03

Send us a Text Message.We're six months into 2024 already! Join us for a celebratory pool party where we discuss new music that has come out in the first six months of the year. For this episode, we highly recommend watching the video version to gain more context of what all is happening!Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou can also follow Alex and Katie o...

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43:59

Music Creation is Not "Basically Free" - Mental...

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/06/26

Send us a Text Message.It's our second mental health check in! In this episode, we discuss some of the things that have been on our minds relating to our careers in the music industry and as independent artists.Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou can also follow Alex and Katie on all socials at: @alexallegramusic and @katiefeemusic

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63:54

Pride Month

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/06/18

Send us a Text Message.Happy Pride Month, everyone! We're celebrating by taking a look at the history of queer artists in music as well as talking about some of the individuals who are either allies or are part of the queer community in country music.ResourcesMusic Gateway: Stat on LGBT Representation in the music industryLGBT Music Wikipedia Page 10 of the biggest LGBTQ+ allies in Country MusicOut N' Loud In The Round on InstagramRNBW Queer Music Collective on InstagramHave a question, story...

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36:47

CMA Fest 2024 Recap

The Music Lens Podcast ·

2024/06/11

Send us a Text Message.The 51st Annual CMA Fest happened in Nashville this past weekend, and so we wanted to recap our experiences with y'all. Listen to us share about our time at CMA Fest this year first, and then check out our YouTube for some clips from our time at the festival.Have a question, story, or feedback to share? Email us at: themusiclenspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube at: @themusiclenspodcastYou can also follow Alex and Katie on all s...

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