How To Find A Mentor In The Music Industry | Do NOT Pay!
So you want to do music full time, but you're frustrated because you're not sure what to do next. You know you need help, but you're unsure of who to ask for it. Finding a music mentor or coach is by far one of the best ways to advance your music career, but there are a few key things to consider before pursuing a music industry mentor or online music business coach.
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Thanks for making this video.
YOU are truly a blessing to t h e upcoming music artist and a breath of fresh air to educate new artists on the music game.
keep doing what you do and don’t give up on us.
Great video, I’m 22 about to start my hustle after getting to know myself and relentless craft perfection lets do this yall!
Too much learning actually creates a zone in your life where your too afraid to make a move because its not the “best move” that you’ve learned through all your studying of the music industry. You will make mistakes no matter how much learning you do.
I always jumped in first and then later figured it out. It was more because of impatience but later I realized it was a good way to approach new things. And that’s how I ended up having a successful career.
My advice to anyone persuing a career in music is to be prepared for lots of let down.. As magical and glorious as the media makes the life of an artist seem it is quite the opposite. My persute of this dream started when i was 5 years old and im 25 now and just barley starting to splash around in the kiddy pool, so to speak.
@JP the Product much appreciated brother ? the way you put it, the 1,000 Stans thing is so true! Ive had a lesser experience with that in other fields (youtube videos etc.) So it defo makes sense!
Im gonna add you on Snapchat now! Thanks so much for giving me your time bro, i want to check out your music
@ABTV to be completely honest man, you’re best bet is to just keep scouring the internet for guys like Mr. Ivy here and listening to everything they are willing to share but also keep in mind that once a path has been traveled down it may not be a viable road to success anymore. Basically what works for me may not work for you and vice versa. I’ve met a few semi famous musicians over the years and the one peice of advice they all had in common was to just create content and hope that it finds the right people. You only need a 1000 Stans in your fan club to make a liveable wage and those 1000 Stans will do more for you on publicity than any paid organization can do for you in the beginning. I’ve only got a couple stans but because of those guys my music has been played in 15 countries in the last year. I’m no where near making a living wage but I can see my numbers growing everyday. My follower count has near doubled in the last 3 months. And I released my first official track almost 2 years ago. Even Adam Ivy made a video talking about how it took 10 years of solid dedication before he made any real money off of music.. if you would like you can add me on snapchat and I’ll be more than happy to share the information I’ve gained over my time pursuing this dream. I’m mostly an open book and always try to help when I can. @jptheproduct13
@JP the Product love that bro,
as a young aspiring artist from London who needs some networking/mentors to help with music, do you know where I can go to find this?
i have been writing material & recording for years now but i just dont have direction & the correct information on what i need to be doing and how to proceed, etc.
i have been trying to find people to work with/mentors for 1 year + with no luck
@ABTV never give up! Don’t look at your art as a career until it starts paying you like one. Make art for yourself and to make statements to the public, but don’t lose yourself chasing the spotlight that is only temporary if you manage to catch up with it.. most of all never forget where you come from and how you got started.
@JP the Product oh thats awesome bro, im a new artist really on the rise man, any tips for me?
congrats! btw
I need to work on working hard towards my dreams.
i think that counts for everyone who just loves to do what they do….
never give up and let youre ispiration run free ;-P
i have to admit that this kinda snapped me into reality . For me , I’ve started a little while before and have been using browser DAWs and made over 90 songs and am starting to try Ableton and am learning a lot about how to do more various stuff now that i have that transition from limitations into nothing holding me back from making the music other more known artists make. Knowing this , its been just giving me ideas to study more and more and it came to the point where i thought about mentor ship. However, When i watched this video i finally realized that sometimes its good too take experiments and learn and put that learning into play . I am n ow taking a few lessons to expand my knowledge in Ableton and use that knowledge to make the music i never imagine i could.
Hope you see this and hope you’re all right these days. Thanks so much for the advice , and have an awesome day man ^^
these videos help a lot Adam! Thank you so much, your content is great!
I agree, I’ve been at it for years making tracks and leaving tracks I didn’t like or felt too self critical. I recently started releasing my tracks. I do want a mentor because I’m ready to move to the next level. I consider myself advanced with my skills, at least with Ableton live.
So ive been binge watching your videos. I would love to talk to u if you had a few moments. You are incredibly inspirational and you are speaking to everything i have been struggling
Im trying to be the first trans hip hop artist and i feel you could truly help me get to my dreams.
Excellent advice Adam!!! I am impressed that you had so much knowledge and wisdom at 32 years of age unlike myself.
It’s obvious that you were well read on this subject, and your advice is paramount.
The Chinese have a saying that the 1000 mile journey begins with the first step!
This is dope I needed to hear this.
I agree, I’ve been at it for years making tracks and leaving tracks I didn’t like or felt too self critical. I recently started releasing my tracks. I do want a mentor because I’m ready to move to the next level. I consider myself advanced with my skills, at least with Ableton live.
I’ve been in his position and I think I still am. It can be frustrating when you want to grow in something. I make music myself and I find myself wondering if I should look for a mentor. I would love to have one and if I can find one I will have one. All I’m saying to anyone wanting to pursue music as a career: never quit and keep going. You never know too much but you always know too little. Ian if you are reading this just start at the beginning and don’t stop.
I must agree that trying to make it as an artist or anything music related is a tedious endeavor. My brother and I have started to make music together as Lady Andy (this channel) a bit less than a year ago, and just the creating process is very taxing, not only because composing takes time, but also because we always fear that our music won’t be well received, especially since we make instrumental rock (it’s not very trendy at the moment). Trying to grow a fan base is rough too. Friends will help you out a bit by following you on social media, but making people on the internet or anywhere else care about you is not always easy.
As Adam said in his video, before seeking help from other, you should start by doing something substantial first. Release some music on the internet if you are a musician. If you’ve helped a new small band with their music as a producer, share their work and say you’ve mixed/mastered it. Try to meet more people in your situation, no matter the music genre you work in. I’ve started to do that, and while we haven’t gotten that many new fans in a year, we did manage to grab a few.
I have been working on music since I was 14 years old. I turn 24 in February. I really want to make this my full time career by 2019. I graduated college in 2017 and waited tables 2 years back home after. I’m ready to do what I love whenever I would like to!
Watch this video bro https://youtu.be/IhPc4XUrCCA
Absolutely true! Great video my man!
Thank you Adam for your insight and inspiration ???
Thank you Adam, you are mentoring all of us with your helpful and informing videos!
I was in that same position just not knowing where to start and wanting everything to be perfect! I’ve learned myself to just DO don’t feel discouraged because you’re not GREAT at first or your not at the level of somebody you look up to. EVERYTHING THAT IS GREAT TOOK TIME, QUALITY OVER QUANTITY. The point is to at least TRY because thats shows you’re serious and interested and by trying and doing you will get answers to all your questions.
Everything in this video is accurate people. “Build a foundation before you build the walls and a roof” Amazing Video Adam!
Thank you so much for this video it is by far helpful than an email back! I have FL Studio ordered to be sent to my house right now I’m with my girlfriend right now on vacation. The reason for sending the email was to make sure I was in the right track because I was planning to kick it off as soon as I got back home so thank you very much for reassuring my positioning and the additional tips! I will surely send you product as soon as I start working. Once again, thank you Adam.
You’re rather genuine my man.
You’re a big inspiration.
I watch you when i have mental blocks for motivation ahah
(I’m a 22 year old schizophrenic sound designer and producer. )
not that my mental health is importantant to this coment LOL
but it’s been a rough few months for me.
You always put me in a good mood!
Cheers, and thank you mate!!
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