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The Music Survival Guide Podcast

Music Survival Guide

A podcast dedicated to traversing the tricky world of music and music promotion in the 21st century. Every Wednesday Phil discusses important topics and interviews people in the music industry

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8:37

Spotify Wrapped and the Comparison Trap (REPOST)

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/12/17

REPOST FROM 2023 - it's too helpful!Spotify Wrapped is useful... or is it? Join Phil for a discussion on this tool, how it might be helpful and how it may be seriously damaging to you. Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

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4:07

Make Your Music Visible!

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/12/03

How easy is it to find your music when people discover you on social media? It should be as EASY AS POSSIBLE!Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

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77:25

The 'Look Up From Your Pint' Moment (Sabotage Interview)

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/11/19

This week Phil is talking with most of Sabotage. We discuss:- Organising rehearsal time effectively - Dealing with difficult gig situations - The 'Look up from your pint' moment Sabotage On Instagram Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com

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6:49

Grabbing (and retaining) Attention Online

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/11/05

Social media sucks! But it's essential in this day and age whether we're happy about that or not. Work out how to harness it for yourself and build a fanbase.Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

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57:57

Bringing Your Own Hype (Ronin Veins Interview)

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/10/22

This week Phil is talking with Alex and Dan of Ronin Veins! We discuss:- Brining their own hype to each gig to make the atmosphere - Building their own music festival to build a scene around them - Spending a mad day filming 4 music videos in 16 hours! Ronin Veins On Instagram Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com

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8:32

Locked In: The Art of Playing Tight

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/10/08

The mythical goal of being a 'tight' band, what does it mean? And how can you get there? Join Phil for a discussion about tightness, energy and listening to what other band members are playing.Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

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41:36

The Email That Opened Doors (Marc - Let Man Loose...

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/09/24

This is a fun one. I'm in discussion with Marc of Let Man Loose - a crazy story how an email led to supporting Queens of The Stone Age at their festival!Let Man Loose on Instagram Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com

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7:08

The Little Extras That Make A Quality Production

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/09/11

Bands producing themselves at home is great, it's democratised creativity in the studio, but have you considered the extras, the ear candy that can elevate a production? In this episode Phil discusses those extra touches that can make your next release that little bit betterCome and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com If you want to get in contact with us at

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48:40

Running A Recording Studio (David - Red City...

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/08/27

This week Phil is talking with David, the Producer and owner of Red City Studios in Manchester. We discuss:- How David got started and stumbled upon an ideal studio space - How he works collaboratively with bands to develop songs as their biggest fan - Tuning toms to match the song - Building trust with bands over time The Silver Lines - Hotel Room David on Instagram Red City Recordings Website Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found

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07:24

Limitations Unlock Creativity

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/08/06

Putting boundaries on yourself can unlock creativity you didn't previously know existed! In this mini episode Phil suggests a few ways you can find your creativity through limitations and how they help.Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

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58:26

I Just LOVE playing drums (Simulation Theory Interview)

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/07/23

This week Phil is talking with most of Simulation Theory. We talk about bringing music to the rehearsal rooms and adapting it to the musicians in the band, keeping your live sets interesting for yourselves and just LOVING playing drums.Simulation Theory on Instagram Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com

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11:26

So You Want To Record Your Own Drums...

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/07/02

Recording drums, in many ways the hardest thing you can do when recording yourselves! It is a challenge but NOT impossible. Join Phil for a brief rundown for what equipment is needed, how to get the best value for money and where to position everything. This is a BIG topic so after listening please do reach out to me if you have any questions. Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com Phil can be emailed

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50:54

Going In A Heavier Direction (Keep This Up Interview)

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/06/18

This week Phil is talking with the boys from Keep This Up. We talk about challenges booking gigs after they changed their sound, when writing working out which songs to keep and which to chuck and shenanigans around pubs closing before they could play!Keep This Up On Instagram Brainache Promotions Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com

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09:10

Finding Your Unique Voice

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/06/04

The music scene is saturated, you NEED to stand out! Phil this week discusses how to think through making your unique style that's authentic to you.Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

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54:29

Old-school music with a modern approach - Ben James...

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/05/21

This week Phil is talking with Ben James - guitarist of The Heavy Souls. We discuss, surviving through thick and thin to get success in the music scene, jamming and instinctively feeling if a song is right and the joys of longer tracks on albums. The Heavy Souls on Instagram Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com

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13:22

Promoting Your Band and Music

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/05/07

You NEED to promote your own music in 2025! Join Phil for a discussion on social media, using advertising and actually pushing your gigs to your audience.Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

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53:08

Following Musical Instincts in Mastering (Izzy McPhee...

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/04/23

This week Phil is talking with Izzy McPhee - part of the Weird Jungle mastering collective. We talk about finding her place in the music scene, following her musical instincts when mastering, and investing in the important equipment you need to harness your skills.Izzy McPhee on Instagram Dreamwife Music Amahla Music Saffron 2% Rising Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed

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05:41

Being 'In The Pocket'

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/04/09

What does it mean to be 'in the pocket', how can you get better at it? Join Phil for a little discussion on this essential but under-discussed skill.Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.philthemixengineer.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com If you want to get in contact with us at the podcast, email us at: musicsurvivalguide@gmail.com

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01:00:04

Redefining Your Sound (November Now Interview)

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/03/26

This week Phil is talking with November Now. We discuss taking time to find and define your sound, song writing and trusting your instincts and the challenges of gigging in London,November Now On Instagram Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can be found at: www.vortissoundstudios.com Phil can be emailed at: Phil@philthemixengineer.com

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10:36

Musical Mistakes (and how to handle them)

The Music Survival Guide Podcast ·

2025/03/05

When stuff goes wrong it sucks, right? But there are practical steps you can do. In this mini-episode Phil discusses:How to handle mistakes in a gig Should you ignore it or make a joke of it What to do when your release doesn't go to plan, or if a gig doesn't go well How do you learn from your mistakes? What you can do better What can you do NOW to fix it? What ISN'T in your control and cannot be fixed? Come and follow us on Instagram! We are at: Music Survival Guide Podcast Phil's Page Phil can

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