Think you know everything there is to make it big in Malaysia's music scene? Think again! Darren Teh from An Honest Mistake brings you the ultimate guide to building your rockstar cred in this SYOK and HITZ original podcast.
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Think you know everything there is to make it big in Malaysia's music scene? Think again! Darren Teh from An Honest Mistake brings you the ultimate guide to building your rockstar cred in this SYOK and HITZ original podcast.
Sometimes we get lost in the sound of everything. Are we forgotten or are we just caught up in our own world? Sometimes it's easy to feel like you're going nowhere in your career. Maybe it's time to step out of our comfort zones.
What is the motivation behind organizing a show? Is it for profit or for your own pleasure? Or is it more than that? It's 2023 and having diversity in the music scene is the standard. What does diversity in the scene look like and why is it needed?
Are we known for covers or originals? As artists, we always want to be known for our own music but are covers important? Seeing that it seems to be a trend in the scene to put on cover or tribute shows, how does that affect us as artists and what role do covers play?
Showcase festivals = music business festivals. They're essential to grow the industry beyond the local. "Export" is the keyword here. While we talk about exporting rubber and oil, music can also be exported too. We discover the reasons why showcase festivals are essential to growing the music industry.
Soundchecks are absolutely important. It is however, NOT A REHEARSAL. Let's discover the best ways to conduct a soundcheck and why we should be spot on.
Backing tracks. Everyone's using it. Use it to your advantage but not too much. In this episode, we discuss the beauty of tracks and what we really need to do with backing tracks. Some of these tips and tricks will bring you a long way.
There are other ways you can elevate your live shows. Not just gear but there are plenty of inexpensive ways you can create a memorable performance. Let's dive into this episode and find out 5 ways you can elevate your shows without adding gear.
Listening to your own voice can be weird but it'll help you be better in the long run. You gotta get used to how you sound like and that's the best way you can improve. The tiny details is what you can pay attention to. Make mistakes in the studio and at home before you hit the stage.
Being a true rockstar isn't about being glorified. It is giving the fans a time of their lives. And it is always about the audience. We discover some tips on how you can win your audience over at every gig.
In this episode, we listen to Dru Chen and SHYE from Singapore talk about their stories of success and what they did to get there. We talk about their challenges and how they overcame them as well as their brand new single, 'I'll Be Honest'.
One of the biggest challenge is funding when it comes to touring. How are you gonna get your money sorted out? What are some of the best ways to fund it? In this episode we find out 3 ways we can fund our tours and operate on a low budget.
Touring isn't always glamorous. There's a lot of non-musical things that you will need to do so here's what's up. In this episode, we uncover some of the challenges and things you'd need to do to prepare for touring.
If you're an indie artist or band, don't fear the word "branding." It's not selling out or becoming something you're not. It's not sacrificing your artistic integrity. It's simply a strategy that helps you tell a cohesive story. It includes your music, your look, and your story.
We send emails for work and just like music, it is work. We can't just send blank emails or incomplete emails. Emails play a role and it creates an impression. Let's jump in and find out quick tips on how we can write better emails.
Is it all about getting your track on a playlist? Is it the ultimate goal? The truth is, it isn't. That is just one step to getting your name out there. There's a lot more hard work that has to go on behind the scenes to really make your career work.
Wanna get booked? Want your radio on air? Get things in order. Quick and easy. In this episode, we discuss writing a good Electronic Press Kit and why every artists needs one.
Aren't our phones an extension to our arms in 2022? Funny how the person you're trying to reach can post stories on IG and reply your IG DMs but can't reply your WhatsApp messages right? Oh perhaps they'd reply a week later? Can someone be THAT popular that they can't reply? We discuss how important it is to be on the ball and in the game at all times. Because opportunities don't wait.
I'm an indie artist or an INDE-PENDENT artist? Many often get this mixed up. Indie is a genre of music while independent means you're totally free or self-dependent. No labels. No management. Nothing. Just pure music and business.
Media training - Probably a very foreign word to most artists, but it's a real thing. In this episode, we discuss what it really is, and how we can tap into this world. As indie artists, do we need media training?
What is the underground? Is there even such a thing now since it's 2022 and everything is available online? We discuss how to get yourself out of the rut, and how we can find success in our own little scenes.
Think you know everything there is to make it big in Malaysia's music scene? Think again! Darren Teh from An Honest Mistake brings you the ultimate guide to building your rockstar cred in this SYOK and HITZ original podcast.