The big dogs at Big Sync Music: Music Supervisor Lisa James (l) and Director, Client Services Alex Menck (photos: Big Sync Music) What are the emerging trends in sync music this year? We asked two of the music industry’s leading music supervisors to relay some stories from the front lines. The following was created with […]
Finding the right piece of music to accompany a visual is an essential part of any filmmaking process. The following was created in collaboration with Songtradr, part of a broader partnership focused on the sync licensing space. Be sure to check our ongoing coverage of this fast-growing sector here. It’s why music supervisors — as […]
Photo Credit: Thomas Serer A number of artists are scoring paychecks – and potentially career-changing exposure – from film, television, and video-game sync placements. But according to one veteran music supervisor, it’s also possible for creators to make money (and connect with fans) by writing music for sports. Former Sky TV senior music supervisor Justin […]
Photo Credit: Hunters Race During a recent livestream event, sync licensing platform Songtradr invited two music industry professionals to discuss their unique paths to career success. And in recounting their journeys, the behind-the-scenes experts provided invaluable advice on how to make it in the music industry. The remote sitdown’s first guest, eminent music supervisor Janet […]
Music licensing and distribution platform Songtradr has acquired UK-based sync licensing company Cuesongs. Songtradr announced the high-profile buyout today, in a formal release that was shared with Digital Music News. Cuesongs, which represents more than 150 indie labels and publishers, marks Songtradr’s first outright acquisition since raising $30 million in a Series C funding round […]
A recent advertisement for Ford’s 2021 Bronco During a recent Songtradr ‘Happy Hour’ livestream event, two longtime music industry professionals discussed the process they employ when selecting songs for adverts – and explained how creators can best capitalize upon the growing role of music in advertising. The remote panel’s first guest, Joe Belliotti, served as […]
Sync Licensing — for Rollercoasters? (photo: dlohner) Sync licensing is a major source of income – and exposure – for both well-established acts and the stars of tomorrow. But contrary to the commonly held belief, there’s much more to the fast-growing music industry sector than film, television, and commercials. Earlier this year, we published a […]
photo: Gerd Altmann In today’s social media-driven entertainment landscape, cultivating an artist image that resonates with fans is a must. Here’s how you can build an appealing look without breaking the bank – according to three industry experts. You want to create a killer artist image that defines your expression — but how do you […]
Music licensing and distribution platform Songtradr recently hosted their fifth “Happy Hour” livestream event, Music for Gaming: What’s Working + What’s Ahead. The hour-long sit down invited two of today’s foremost video game sync professionals and soundtrack coordinators to discuss the ins and outs of music’s integral role in the gaming world. The following was […]
(clockwise l tor ) Jive PR + Digital co-founder and CEO Lindsay Nahmiache; Songtradr CXO Victoria Wiltshire; branding expert Mike Tunnicliffe. Music licensing and distribution platform Songtradr recently hosted their fourth “Happy Hour” livestream event, Balancing Branding with Artistry. During the hour-long discussion, two prominent branding professionals discussed what artists should – and shouldn’t do as […]