In this episode, we talk about DJ techniques and how Grimes made mistakes at her Coachella set last week. We talk about Taylor Swifts comeback to TikTok and James Hypes private jet post. We dive deeper into the process of creating tracks and talk about strategies of getting more streams on Spotify. We end with the community questions that got sent …

This is an old recording of Joey giving a keynote at Dancefair, a music conference in the Netherlands. This is still relevant to building an artist career in 2024. We hope you get some value out of this one! 🙋🏼‍♂️ Get coached by us: https://www.artistcoaching.nl/ 🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏼 Join the Artist Coaching Community: https://linktr.ee/artistcoachingnl ❤️ Foll…

In this episode, Ralph, Joey, and Jobke discuss the main sources of income for artists in 2024-2025. They mention streaming, gigs, music sales, publishing, and ghost-producing as the primary sources of income. They also discuss the importance of building a direct fan relationship and the role of Patreon and other direct fan payment platforms. The c…

In this episode, we talk about the challenges of using different software and plugins, and the importance of having a streamlined workflow. We also touch on the decline in streaming subscriber growth and revenue growth in the music industry, as well as the resurgence of physical music formats like vinyl and CDs. We share personal stories about our …

In this episode, we discuss our nostalgia for MySpace and the rise and fall of the platform. We also reminisce about LimeWire and the era of downloading music. The conversation then shifts to a review of the Ultra Live Sets and the emergence of drum and bass in mainstream music. We discuss the diversity of lineups at music festivals and the appreci…

In this episode, we talk about a Dutch rapper who is setting up a protest against his record label. We talk about why the deals between artists and labels are unfair and how you can deal with it as an artist. We also answer questions from the Discord Community! (00:00) Introduction and Catching Up (02:57) Ronnie Flex's Protest Against Record Label …

In this episode, we answer questions from the community about sending demos to labels, managing time effectively, negotiating with major labels, choosing the right label for a release, and bringing a boring drop to life. We also share their most embarrassing moments on tour! (00:00) Introduction (03:10) Best Way to Send a Demo (10:10) Time Manageme…

In this episode, Ralph, Joey, and Jobke discuss various topics.. We go from left to right but in short, we covered topics such as the influence of the Swedish House Mafia on the fashion of DJs, favorite festivals, authenticity and the power of doing physical work. (00:00) Intro (01:30) Appearance and style (23:47) Swedish fashion and influence (28:…

It's time for a brand-new episode full of wisdom bombs. The club is complete again, Jay recovered from his severe man flue and Ralph is sharp as ever. In this episode, we discuss topics such as running a business as an artist, knowing when you are in an 'everyone is a genius' phase, AI music producer tools and we answer questions from the community…

This is a recording of the bi-weekly Q&A sessions that we host in our Discord. If you are not a part of that Discord yet but you want in, make sure to click HERE. Want to get coached by us? https://www.artistcoaching.nl/waitinglist/

In this conversation, Joey and Ralph discuss various topics related to the music industry. They start by talking about the diversity in music festivals and how artists can stay relevant. The conversation touches on the evolution of the music scene, the resurgence of old-school sounds, and the importance of taking a leap of faith. They conclude by d…

In this episode, Joey talks with Jay Hardway & Jay (The Him) about his journey in the music industry. They discuss the evolution of his sound, the importance of finishing tracks, transitioning to solo work, the impact of content creation, and the changing role of social media. We also talk about the release of his plugin, Subninja! (00:00) Introduc…

In this episode, we talk with Dannic! We talk about several topics that have been asked by community members of the Artist Coaching Discord. (00:00) Introduction and Fonk Radio (03:00) Evolution of Dannic's Career (11:16) Starting as DJ Daan and Becoming Dannic (19:27) Transition from Funkadelic to Dannic (22:54) Changes in the Music Industry (27:0…

In this episode, we talk about regretting passing on demos that became hit records (Ralph and Jay passed on a few tracks that you might know by now), why everyone is making bootlegs instead of originals, and how an artist gets booked at Tomorrowland this year because both Jay and Ralph are playing there this year! (00:00) Introduction (05:15) Misse…

In this episode, we discuss various topics including Coldplay's sustainability report, Reinier Zonneveld's AI project, and how to approach big artists for collaborations. They also explore the idea of taking advantage of a release on a major label. The conversation highlights the importance of building a community, sending demos, not dwelling on re…

In this conversation, Daan, Joey, and Ralph discuss various topics related to the DJing and music industry. They talk about managing expectations at festivals, dealing with negative feedback, meeting idols, and the revival of early EDM days. They also discuss the blurring boundaries in music genres, the increase in BPM in DJ sets, and the impact of…

This is a recording of the very first community Q&A in the Artist Coaching Discord. This bi-weekly event will happen live in the Discord server so if you'd like to join and ask me questions next time, make sure to join HERE. Follow us on: https://www.tiktok.com/@artistcoaching https://www.instagram.com/artistcoachingnl/…

This week's episode covers our New Year's resolutions, conducting a live audit, stepping out of the comfort zone, following trends, building a true fan base, and balancing time and reward. In this conversation, Ralph and Joey discuss various topics related to the music industry and building a brand as an artist. They talk about the shift in priorit…

In this episode, Joey and Ralph discuss various topics related to the music industry and social media. They reflect on mistakes made on social media and the importance of not letting negative feedback stop you from posting. They also talk about using multiple social media platforms and the potential of YouTube Shorts. The conversation touches on th…

In this episode, Ralph, Jobke, and Joey discuss various aspects of music production and the challenges artists face. They touch on comparing oneself to others, how to deal with criticism, and the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people. (00:00) Start (01:45) The Importance of Arrangement (09:00) Financial Instability is Common (20:0…

In this episode, Joey talks about the importance of finding a balance between posting content consistently and putting out music on a monthly base. It's easy to get burned out or overwhelmed, so finding a proper balance that works for you, is essential.Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord!https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYnFollow us on:https://w…

In this episode, we talk about the current state of the music industry and if we, artists, are f*cked in the future. We talk about the Tiktokification of the industry and how it impacts creativity and building an artist's career these days. Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn Follow us on:https://www.tiktok.…

It’s almost impossible to miss if you are a DJ or music producer but last week was the week of the Amsterdam Dance Event. The week when artists from all over the world fly in to shake hands with each other, have drinks, network, perform, and most of all, have fun. As for many others, I was also there and wanted to share my main take aways from the …

It's almost that time of the year again... ADE is around the corner! One of the biggest music industry events of the year and it's all happening in Amsterdam. In this episode, we talk about how to prepare best for such an event as an artist. Connect with us and many other artists in the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! ⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/8N…

The boys are back... This time we are discussing the topic of creating just one genre as an artist or if it’s maybe possible to release multiple genres. We talk deeper about goal setting, why it works and why it doesn’t work, and more… Connect with us and many other artists in the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTY…

In this month's Q&A session, I talk more about which video skills you should work on as an artist. I share my own artist story and tell you what I would do differently if I was still an artist these days.🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏼 Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord!https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn🎹 Get feedback on your music whenever you need it! Become a VIP…

The boys are back... This time we are answering some community questions related to studio routines and going deep into the mind of a music producer. Want to get professional feedback on your music? Become a VIP Feedback member!https://academy.artistcoaching.nl/p/vip-feedback/Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord!https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXT…

In this month's Q&A session, we talk more about the different release strategies such as choosing a label or DIY. We discuss what the best way is to get in touch with bigger artists and if it's smart to get a side hustle while you're building your artist career.🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏼 Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord!https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn🎹 Get…

The beginning was a bit rough because of some internet problems by Bassjackers but after a few minutes, we were taking off! We talked about how to get exposure as an aspiring artist, the golden rules of music production according to Ralph and Jobke and a lot more... Want to get professional feedback on your music? Become a VIP Feedback member! http…

Most artists know that releasing music consistently and posting content on a daily base are the two most important things you should focus on as an artist but most artists forget about the third one...Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord!https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYnGet feedback on your music, whenever you need it!https://academy.artistcoa…

The boys are back! In this episode, our coaches Ralph, Jobke and Joey talk about the power of having a clear vision as an artist. Ralph comes up with a great matching metaphor for it (really!). We talk about staying motivated as an artist and why sometimes you can get unmotivated and we talk about the balance between pushing creativity and making m…

Avaion's record-breaking hit has achieved over 100 million streams, and in this episode, I'm excited to have him as our special guest. I first met Avaion three years ago on our Artist Coaching Podcast, and now we're catching up with him to get the inside scoop on how he's been handling his skyrocketing success. Join the SUKIVERSE on Discord!https:/…

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In this episode, we have Sander Petit as a guest. We dive deeper into the world of music law. I know, I know... It's not the most interesting thing to creative people but believe me, it's important. Sander has a great way to dumb things down and explain how the law works and make it work for you. Enjoy! Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord…

Listen to this episode on your favorite streaming platform: https://artistcoaching.podlink.to/podcast Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn Become a VIP in our Community: https://academy.artistcoaching.nl/p/vip-membership/ Follow us on: https://www.tiktok.com/@artistcoaching https://www.instagram.com/artistcoa…

Listen to this episode on your favorite streaming platform: https://artistcoaching.podlink.to/podcast Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn Become a VIP in our Community: https://academy.artistcoaching.nl/p/vip-membership/ Follow us on: https://www.tiktok.com/@artistcoaching https://www.instagram.com/artistcoa…

Listen to this episode on your favorite streaming platform: https://artistcoaching.podlink.to/podcast Join the Artist Coaching Community on Discord! https://discord.gg/8NmAxsXTYn Become a VIP in our Community: https://academy.artistcoaching.nl/p/vip-membership/ Follow us on: https://www.tiktok.com/@artistcoaching https://www.instagram.com/artistcoa…

In this episode of the Artist Coaching Podcast, we have Steff Da Campo back as a guest. Joey and Steff talk about his latest release, why you should release on labels and why not, how to promote your music properly, and if you should visit ADE! Watch this episode on your favorite streaming platform: https://artistcoaching.podlink.to/podcast Join th…

This is a live recording of an event in our Discord group. We had Alex Vasi as a guest. Alex works as an independent mixing and mastering engineer and has multiple awards on his name. Aside from delivering how quality mixes and masters, he also coaches talented producers to the next level in their productions. Join our Discord for more exclusive li…

This is a live recording of an event in our Discord group. We had Roemer as a guest, he works at Spinnin Records and is responsible for the promotional part of the releases. We invited Roemer to get insights on how big labels think and to find out what they are looking for in an artist. Join our Discord for more exclusive live streams! https://disc…

In Promising Producers, we sit down with talented music producers who are building their way up in the music industry. Learn how they got to the point where they are now and which decisions helped them to grow their career. What habits do they have or which skills have they developed? In this episode, we have Nome as a guest. He has been working on…

Watch the full video here: https://artistcoaching.nl/podcast/ Paris Blohm has been active as a music producer for over multiple years now. After building a successful career in EDM, he has now dedicated his time to building a company focused on NFTs and music. Connect with us: https://artistcoaching.nl/ https://www.instagram.com/artistcoachingnl/ h…

Listen here: https://artistcoaching.nl/podcast/ He's just getting started but is already doing really well with his first release going out on Hexagon and multiple other successful releases, Mo Falk is here to stay. In this episode, we dive deeper into his strategy and how he is planning to become the next big thing in the music industry. Connect w…

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Watch the full video here: https://artistcoaching.nl/podcast/ I had a great conversation with Retrovision last week. We talked about the importance of content, the new artist project that he started and how he thinks about releasing on labels in the future... Connect with us: https://artistcoaching.nl/ https://www.instagram.com/artistcoachingnl/ ht…

Watch here: https://artistcoaching.nl/podcast/ The boys are back. Another fun and insightful talk between coaches Bassjackers, Jay Hardway and JoeySuki. This time they cover multiple topics regarding the future of the music industry. Connect with us: https://artistcoaching.nl/ https://www.instagram.com/artistcoachingnl/ https://twitter.com/artist_c…

Watch the full episode here: https://artistcoaching.nl/podcast/ First time in the show, welcome Maddix. We talked about how he changed his sound over the past few months and how that impacted him and his career over time. We also covered his past and how he transitioned from his old artist name to Maddix and we talked about the mental blocks that h…

Artists are great at making music but there's one thing that they all try to avoid in conversations... Legal. Contracts, rights, or business meetings, it's not necessarily something artists love to do but it's important. More important than you'd think... Learn from the best in this talk with Bindu De Knock. She recently released her new book "The …